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First-Year Ministry

Care for the Whole Person

       

First-Year Ministry serves as a visible, invitational, and pastorally present team for first-year students to become engaged in activities of service, sacraments, and reflection. In collaboration with Residence Life and the Wellness Center, First-Year Ministry is also dedicated to the personal care of every student through their transition into college.  Many of our first-year activities are led by our Loyola Companions.


   Meet the First-Year Team

Pastoral presence is provided by chaplains and interns in the first-year residence halls.

North Side Residence Halls - Mertz and Campion

Centennial Forum Student Union
Chaplain: Michael Maher
Intern: Megan "Meg" Marshall
Office: 773-508-2204

South Side Residence Halls - Simpson, Creighton and Regis

Simpson LLC Lobby
Chaplain: Colleen Narbone
Intern: Jacob "Jake" Olzen
Office: 773-508-7004


   How you can get involved

Events are open to all first-year students. To take part in any of the events, contact the First-Year Team or apply online.

Saturday of Service When Purpose
Don't miss this opportunity to connect with other students and give your time and energy to service projects in the Rogers Park and Edgewater communities.

Dress comfortably in clothes suitable for painting, cleaning, etc., including closed shoes. Lunch will be provided.
August 22, 2009
9am-2pm

This day will introduces students to each other, the Jesuit mission, and their new neighborhood.

Chicago Urban Immersion When Purpose
This 48 hour urban immersion has taken participants to different parts of Chicago to learn about some of the social issues in our city as well as listen to the hopes of people struggling to deal with life in Chicago.  Apply here. August 28-30, 2009

September 11-13, 2009
This retreat is for students to engage with different parts of Chicago through hands-on experiences.

  

First-Year Explore Retreat When Purpose
This retreat is for all first-year students who are invited to explore gifts, curiosities, and talents. This includes group discussions, art, meditation, and downtime.

The cost is $50.  Financial assistance is available.

Apply here.
October 23-25, 2009

February 19-21, 2010
This retreat will help to identify what stirs the deep gladness within your heart.



First-Year Community Service

First-year students are invited to join us Tuesdays and Fridays from 3-6pm at St. Thomas of Canterbury Soup Kitchen in Uptown. Meet Tuesdays at 3pm or 4pm in the Simpson Lobby and Fridays at 3pm or 4pm in CFSU.  No need to sign up but bring your U-Pass!


In-Hall Liturgies and Hospitality Events
 

Your Loyola Companions and first-year chaplains sponsor study breaks and liturgies in your residence hall.  Take a break and come by to say hello and build community!

 

If you have any questions or need more information contact the First-Year Team.

Ministry · Division of Mission and Ministry
Loyola University Chicago · Mundelein Center, Suite 101 · 1032 West Sheridan Road · Chicago, IL 60660
Phone: 773.508.2200 · Fax: 773.508.8509 · E-mail: ministry@luc.edu

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