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Campus Ministry
The Campus Ministry is concerned with the spiritual development of all members of the college community and encourages everyone to contribute to the campus and the community. Whether Christian, Jewish, Muslim, another religious tradition, or simply uncertain about your faith, you can use our resources to discover what is meaningful in your life. We will be pleased to assist you in the spiritual aspects of your college adventure as you meet new people, encounter new experiences and get involved in campus life.
Campus Ministry sponsors:
- Mass — Sunday at 9:00 PM, daily mass Monday - Friday at 11:30 AM in the Sacred Heart Chapel
- Weeks of Caring — A focus on various volunteer opportunities for several weeks each semester.
- Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults — Classes arranged
What Matters to Me Most — A series of conversations with students, faculty and employees on personal values, beliefs and motivations. - Community Service Opportunities — Habitat for Humanity, Meals on Wheels, Providence House Dance, Adopt a Grandparent. Campus Ministry maintains a list of local short- and long-term volunteer opportunities.
- Lending a Hand in New Orleans — This is an annual, week-long, intensive community service experience. Students and staff choose the agency to work with in New Orleans. The experience is truly life changing.
- Volunteer Databank — Records of community service hours completed by a student, faculty member, or staff member are maintained in this database. "Transcripts" of your volunteer hours can be obtained from Campus Ministry.
- Christmas in March Luncheon (formerly International Luncheon) — A favorite D’Youville fundraiser with tasty treats from around the world traditionally held in the spring semester.
- Special Times — Dedication of the new academic year, peace rally, Blessing of the Brains, December Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols, AIDS Memorial Service, All Soul's Day memorial service
Campus Ministry maintains Worship Whereabouts --a listing of places of worship in the area--that is available to all students. Sacred Heart Chapel is located on the 3rd floor of the Koessler Administration Building.
Campus ministers are available for spiritual counseling and support. Please contact the Campus Ministry office.