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O.P.INION Records

 Collection
Identifier: PG-0710

Scope and Contents

The collection documents the creation and limited publication history of O.P.INION, an "Occasional Publication of Dominican Opinion," an internally focused provincial publication produced between 1986 and 1988. The materials reflect a broader effort within the Province to foster internal theological, pastoral, and communal discussion following the model of the earlier Forum publication.

The collection consists of two complete runs of the publication, each containing all five issues released between 1986 and December 1988. These issues include essays, reflections, and opinion pieces contributed by Dominican friars and Dominican sisters within the Province. The publication did not follow a regular schedule and was issued intermittently.

In addition to the published issues, the collection includes a folder of correspondence and article submissions dating from 1986 to 1988. These materials document the editorial process, solicitation of contributions, and internal communication among the editors and contributors.

Dates

  • Creation: 1986-1988

Conditions Governing Access

Material from this Collection may only be accessed upon consultation and written permission from the Provincial.

Conditions Governing Use

Some materials might require the use of audiovisual materials. Any AV materials must be viewed using equipment within the archive. Contact the archivist prior to visiting.

Biographical / Historical

Following a broader provincial desire to establish an outlet for internal articles and topics of discussion along the lines of the former "Forum" publication, Fr. Don Goergen asked Fr. John Gerlach, Fr. Matthew Powell, and Br. Jon Alexander to establish an "Occasional Publication of Dominican Opinions" in 1986. Fr. Gerlach remained the consistent editor through the publication's run. The publication did not have a set publication schedule and articles were written from friars and Dominican sisters within the Province. The publication ceased after five editions in December 1988.

Extent

.1 Linear Feet (Two folders in a shared box.)

Language of Materials

English

Physical Location

Archives of the Province of St. Albert the Great, USA. 1910 S. Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60608.

Legal Status

This collection is available for research only upon contact of the Archivist. The materials are non-circulating.

Title
Guide to O.P.INION Records
Status
In Progress
Author
Kevin O'Gorman
Date
1-28-2026
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Archives of the Province of St. Albert the Great, U.S.A. Repository

Contact:
1910 S. Ashland Ave
Chicago Illinois 60608 United States
3122430011