John Michael Haas
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| Born | March 23, 1944 Pennsylvania |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | University of Fribourg |
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| Organization | National Catholic Bioethics Center (NCBC) |
Dr. John M. Haas (born March 23, 1944) is an American Catholic moral theologian, bioethicist, and educator. He is the President Emeritus of the National Catholic Bioethics Center (NCBC).[1] and currently holds the John Cardinal Krol Chair of Moral Theology at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia.[2] He is known for his expertise in bioethics, his service to the Catholic Church at both national and international levels, and his role as a public intellectual addressing issues of life, family, and medical ethics from a Catholic perspective. [3][4][5][6][7]
Early Life
Dr. Haas was born in 1944 and raised in Pennsylvania. He earned his B.A. in German Language and Literature from Thiel College, followed by a Master of Divinity from Nashotah House Theological Seminary. He obtained an S.T.L. in Moral Theology from the University of Fribourg in Switzerland, graduating summa cum laude, and a Ph.D. in Moral Theology from The Catholic University of America in 1988.[2] He also studied at the University of Chicago and the University of Munich, Germany. He has received two honorary doctorates, from Immaculata University and Franciscan University.[8][9]
Academic and Professional Career
Dr. Haas served as President of the National Catholic Bioethics Center from 1996 to 2019 [1]and as a Senior Fellow until 2025. Prior to that, he was on faculty at the Pontifical College Josephinum [10]and served in multiple academic and administrative roles including Treasurer and Assistant Professor. He was the John Cardinal Krol Professor of Moral Theology at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary from 1989 to 1996 and returned to that role in 2019.[2] He has also served as an adjunct professor at the Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and the Family [11] and was a faculty member of the Commission for Interprofessional Education and Practice at Ohio State University.[2] He is the founder and president of the International Institute for Culture [12], a non-profit educational and research center that promote international understanding and good will through cultural programs and the fine arts.
Service for the Catholic Church
Dr. Haas was appointed a Consultor to the Pontifical Council for Health Care and served as a member of the Pontifical Academy for Life [13] from 2006 to 2022, roles to which he was appointed by Popes Benedict XVI and Francis, later serving as a member of the Academy’s Directive Council. [14] [2]He was also a long-time Consultor to the Committee for Pro-Life Activities of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB).[2] [15] [16]He serves as a Censor Librorum of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia [2] [17]
Honors
Dr. Haas has received numerous awards, including honorary doctorates from Franciscan University of Steubenville[9] and Immaculata University. He is a Knight of Columbus, a Knight of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre, and a Knight of Magistral Grace of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta [2] [18]. In 2019, he was made a Knight of the Pontifical Equestrian Order of St. Gregory the Great by Pope Francis [19] [20]. In 2024, he received the Lifetime Achievement Award from Pennsylvanians for Human Life.[21]
Writing and Media
Dr. Haas has authored numerous articles on bioethics and Catholic moral theology, including pieces in publications such as Crisis Magazine,[22] The Linacre Quarterly [23], The National Catholic Bioethics Quarterly [24], and National Catholic Register . His 1993 article 'The Catholic Position on Abortion' in the Linacre Quarterly remains a widely cited resource. [25] He has also published books and booklets, including 'Marriage and the Priesthood' and 'Contraception: A Personal Odyssey,' [26] and edited the volume 'Crisis of Conscience. [27]' He has appeared frequently on Catholic television, including as host of 'The St. Charles Forum' on EWTN [28] and as a guest on programs such as 'The World Over' and 'The Journey Home.' [29]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Our History". The National Catholic Bioethics Center. Retrieved 2025-05-14.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 "Krol Chair of Moral Theology". Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary. Retrieved 2025-05-14.
- ↑ "John Haas: Catholics Should Use Vaccines That Have Absolutely No Connection to Abortion, If Available". NCR. 2020-11-30. Retrieved 2025-05-14.
- ↑ CNA. "Dr. John Haas reacts to Peggy Noonan's call for new blood at Vatican". Catholic News Agency. Retrieved 2025-05-14.
- ↑ Stipe, Jim (2012-07-25). "John Haas Refutes July 24 LifeSite News Headline: He Did NOT Advise Catholic Relief Services Not To Fund CARE". CRS. Retrieved 2025-05-14.
- ↑ CNA. "New essay explains Church teaching on 'brain death,' organ donation". Catholic News Agency. Retrieved 2025-05-14.
- ↑ CNA. "American bioethicist appointed to Governing Council of Academy for Life". Catholic News Agency. Retrieved 2025-05-14.
- ↑ Smith, Zach (2023-04-27). "Dr. John Haas and Bishop Michael Burbidge to be Honored at 2023 Commencement Ceremonies". Christendom College. Retrieved 2025-05-14.
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 "Our History – Franciscan University 75th Anniversary". Retrieved 2025-05-14.
- ↑ Hudson, John Haas and Deal W. (1999-02-01). "Sizing Up Our Seminaries". Crisis Magazine. Retrieved 2025-05-14.
- ↑ Latkovic, Dr Mark. "Farewell to the Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family". www.catholicworldreport.com. Retrieved 2025-05-14.
- ↑ "Founder John M. Haas". International Institute of Culture at Ivy Hall. Retrieved 2025-05-14.
- ↑ CNA. "Pope appoints new members to Pontifical Academy for Life, including one American". Catholic News Agency. Retrieved 2025-05-15.
- ↑ CNA. "American bioethicist appointed to Governing Council of Academy for Life". Catholic News Agency. Retrieved 2025-05-15.
- ↑ "Health Care Materials | USCCB". www.usccb.org. Retrieved 2025-05-15.
- ↑ "Catholic Organizations to Congress, Administration: Protect Conscience Rights | USCCB". www.usccb.org. Retrieved 2025-05-15.
- ↑ "30 years later: St. John Paul II's enduring challenge to culture in 'Evangelium Vitae'". Catholic Review. 2025-03-23. Retrieved 2025-05-15.
- ↑ "Leadership". Order Of Malta American Association. Retrieved 2025-05-15.
- ↑ "Pope Francis Bestows Honors Upon 40 Individuals For Exceptional Service To The Roman Catholic Church". Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Retrieved 2025-05-15.
- ↑ "Hidden heroes commended with papal honors". CatholicPhilly. Retrieved 2025-05-15.
- ↑ "2024 Celebrate Life Banquet | Pennsylvanians For Human Life". Retrieved 2025-05-15.
- ↑ "Author: John M. Haas". Crisis Magazine. Retrieved 2025-05-15.
- ↑ haas, john m. "John M. Haas - Independent Researcher". independent.academia.edu. Retrieved 2025-05-15.
- ↑ "NCBQuarterly". The National Catholic Bioethics Center. Retrieved 2025-05-15.
- ↑ Haas, John (1993-11-01). "The Catholic Position on Abortion". The Linacre Quarterly. 60 (4): 67–75. doi:10.1080/20508549.1993.11878230. ISSN 0024-3639. PMID 11652901.
- ↑ "Contraception - A Personal Odyssey / by John M. Haas, 1988 | Hesburgh Libraries". archivesspace.library.nd.edu. Retrieved 2025-05-15.
- ↑ Haas, John, ed. (1996). Crisis of Conscience. Crossroad Publishing Company. ISBN 9780824515775.
- ↑ International Institute for Culture (2025-04-17). Forgotten Christians of the Middle East: Faith, History, and Hope | St. Charles Forum with Dr. Haas. Retrieved 2025-05-15 – via YouTube.
- ↑ The Coming Home Network International (2014-05-28). Dr. John Haas: Former Episcopal Priest - The Journey Home Porgram. Retrieved 2025-05-15 – via YouTube.
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