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Peru Mission Trip
From the classroom to the missions, our Discipleship seminarians are serving, praying, and building community in Peru. See how they are putting their formation into practice!
Click here to view the photos.
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Paluch Lecture
Join us join on February 12 for an evening of deep theological reflection at our upcoming Paluch Lecture. Dr. Harold D. Horell, the Paluch Chair of Theology, will discuss The Declaration on Christian Education: A Key to Vatican II’s Future.
Come explore the intersections of faith, reason, and the future of Catholic education. Seating is limited, so register now at https://usml.edu/paluch-lecture/.
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Configuration 4 Graduation
On Friday, December 12 we were privileged to celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe along with the graduation and send-off Mass for our configuration 4 seminarians in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception.
Congratulations to our C4 class! May Our Lady guide you.
Thank you to everyone who joined us in prayer!
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Congratulations to Archbishop-Elect Ronald Hicks
Congratulations to Archbishop-Elect Ronald Hicks, Mundelein alum (M.Div. ’94, D.Min. ’03), current USML Board of Advisors member, and former Dean of Formation, on his appointment to the Archdiocese of New York! His passion for evangelization, care for the marginalized, and experience in priestly formation will be a great blessing for the people of New York.
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Cardinal Meyer Lecture
Join us on April 7th and 8th for the Cardinal Albert Meyer Lecture featuring Dr. Hosffman Ospino. More information, registration information, and the full event schedule is coming soon.
Dr. Hosffman Ospino is a native of Colombia, where he pursued undergraduate studies in Philosophy. He holds an M.A. in theology with a concentration in Church History and a Ph.D. in Theology and Education from Boston College. His research explores the dialogue between faith and culture and the impact of this interchange upon Catholic theological education, catechesis, and ministry. He has served as the principal investigator for several nationally recognized studies on how the Hispanic Catholic presence is transforming parishes, schools and organizations. He has authored and edited more than a dozen books. He is a frequent speaker at national and international events. He is actively involved in ministry and faith formation projects in various parts of the United States.
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Dr. Matthew Levering Interview
In December the Encyclopedia of Catholic Theology interviewed Dr. Matthew Levering on our campus as part of a new profile series. Dr. Levering is also a member of the ECT Board of Advisors. We are proud of our faculty’s global impact!
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Save the Date!
April 16, 2026
Save the date for an elegant evening of inspiration, community, and purpose at the Celebration of Mundelein. Hosted by University of Saint Mary of the Lake (USML), this premier gathering brings together friends, families, clergy, and supporters to honor those who embody the spirit of service — and to invest in the future of our seminarians.
https://usml.edu/celebration-of-mundelein/
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Online Short Courses:
How to Live a Liturgically Structured Life
This course defines what is meant by “structures” and how their purpose in the spiritual life is to foster the virtues. Both the benefits as well as some dangers of structures are examined. The course then reviews how structures are at work in the liturgy and walks viewers through how to apply structures to their personal life as well as to family or community life.
Enroll today at https://bit.ly/3LhU3yP
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Rector Reflections
Father John Kartje, serving as both Rector and President of the University of Saint Mary of the Lake, demonstrates his commitment to spiritual guidance through his weekly recorded sermons and reflections. With a passion for fostering a nurturing environment at the seminary, Father Kartje shares his insights and teachings, providing a source of inspiration and connection for the university community.
You can listen to his Rector Reflections on our website by clicking here. |
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Alumni Updates
Calling all alumni! We want to hear from you. Please take the opportunity to update your information for our records.
You can provide an Alumni Update on our website by clicking here. |
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Your 2025 Year-end Gift Secures the Future of our Catholic Faith
It’s not too late to make your 2025 year-end gift through one of the following tax-wise options:
- A gift through your Donor Advised Fund. Please make certain your financial advisor includes your name(s) in the memo line of the check
- A direct transfer of appreciated securities/stock. Please complete the on-line form at https://usml.edu/give/ways-to-give/ Gift of Appreciated Securities** tab
- A direct gift through your Required Minimum Distribution through your IRA.
Needed information for your financial institution:
University of Saint Mary of the Lake
Federal Tax ID: 36-2171077
For more assistance, please contact Maureen McGrain Major/Planned Giving Officer
mmcgrain@usml.edu.
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