From a university milestone to 'Killers of the Flower Moon,' religion in brief this week

Mid-America Christian to celebrate 70 years

Founded in Houston in 1953, Mid-America Christian University's long legacy includes thousands of alumni from around the world. Grown from humble beginnings as a small Bible college to a large campus in Oklahoma City, the university, known as MACU, currently offers 26 degrees with more than 157 program options to students, thanks to its online graduate curriculum.

The university's 70th anniversary celebrations will include a reception for alumni at the original Houston campus location, university-wide activities, fun giveaways and student participation throughout the week.

Over seven decades, the university's programs have expanded to include associates, bachelor’s and master’s degrees in subjects ranging from business, counseling, criminal justice and healthcare to marketing, mathematics, science, among others. The university also became a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) in 2007.

'Mass of Remembrance' is set

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church invites people of all faiths who have experienced the loss of someone to suicide to its seventh "Mass of Remembrance," set for 6 p.m. Sept. 15 at the church, 1901 NW 18.

Participants are encouraged to arrive as early as 5:30 p.m. to place a candle at the altar before the service begins. A reception will follow in the church's parish hall. For those who can not attend, the Mass will be livestreamed on Facebook or YouTube.

For more information, email secretary@stfrancisokc.com.

University will host 'Killers of the Flower Moon' author

Oklahoma Christian University will host "Killers of the Flower Moon" author David Grann for a public lecture at 7 p.m. Oct. 17 in Baugh Auditorium on the OC campus, 2501 W Memorial Road.

"Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI," Grann's bestselling book, has been adapted into a film directed by Martin Scorsese, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert DeNiro. Grann's presentation at OC is part of the university's McBride Lecture and Millican Ethics Lecture series.

Seating will be first come, first serve and overflow seating will be available.

The event is free but tickets are required. Limited is two tickets per person. For tickets, which will become available on Sept. 11, go to the "Events" tab on the OC website at https://www.oc.edu/. For group reservations, email audrey.redfearn@oc.edu.

This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: Religion briefs: 'Killers of the Flower Moon,' Mid-America Christian University