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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.

Contact the First-Year Team

 

Pastoral presence is provided by chaplains and interns in the First-Year Residence Halls.

Events

Events are open to all first-year students. To take part in any of the events, contact the First-Year Team. Applications are linked below.

Chicago Urban Immersion When               Purpose

This 48 hour urban immersion will take 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.

Cost is $50.  Scholarships are available.

*Click here for an application.

September 5-7, 2008

September 12-14, 2008

This 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.

Cost is $50.  Scholarships are available.

*Click here for an application.

October 17-19, 2008

February 6-8, 2009

This retreat will help to identify what stirs the deep gladness within your heart.

Ongoing Activities

Ongoing activities are open to all first-year students at any time of the year. To take part in any of the ongoing activities, contact the First-Year Team.

  • First-Year Community Service
    First Year students are invited to join us Tuesdays and Fridays from 3 - 6 p.m. at St. Thomas of Canterbury Soup Kitchen in Uptown. Meet Tuesdays at 3 PM or 4 PM in the Simpson Lobby and Fridays at 3 PM or 4 PM 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!

University Ministry
Loyola University Chicago · Mundelein Center, Suite 100 · 6525 North Sheridan Road · Chicago, IL 60626
Phone: 773.508.2200 · Fax: 773.508.8509 · E-mail: universityministry@luc.edu

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