Praise be Jesus Christ, Now and Forever
Today we celebrate the Solemnity of Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. What words can capture the grandeur and majesty of our God, Jesus Christ, the King of the universe?
Classical Arts and Recreation
We spent the night in Antalya, where St. Paul departed from after his first journey in 48 AD. This morning, we had Mass at St. Nicholas Church.
Whirling and Traveling
This morning began with a gift: the chance to celebrate Mass in a local church – only the second time we’ve been able to do so during our pilgrimage.
Floating on By
We woke up in the early hours of the morning with great expectation. We weren’t sure if it was going to happen or not.
Earthworks and Spelunking
What a day! Our adventures started even before the first destination. The bus ride was filled with absolutely gorgeous views of the rugged terrain of Cappadocia.
Fountain of Health
We started the day early at 3:30 in the morning, local time. We had to be up at this hour because we had a flight from Istanbul to Adana that departed at 7:00. The security at the airport was quite surprising.
Istanbul or Constantinople?
After leaving Mundelein Seminary, we traveled 22 hours to reach Istanbul at around 6:30 last night, our first destination for the 2025 Mundelein Pilgrimage following the Footsteps of Saint Paul.
2025 Seminary Salutes Rerum Novarum Awards
The University of Saint Mary of the Lake/Mundelein Seminary honored local Chicago leaders at the 2025 Seminary Salutes Rerum Novarum Awards on October 28, 2025. This annual…
Paluch Lecture – Fall 2025
The Council of Nicaea 1,700 years later
What do you know about the Council of Nicaea in the year 325? Did you learn about the Council of Nicaea in a religious education class during childhood, and if so, what do you remember about what you learned? Have you studied the Council of Nicaea as an adult, and if so, why? Perhaps more importantly, why should we care about the Council of Nicaea today?
Spring/Summer 2024 Vol. 62:2
The Holy Spirit at Work in the Church: Theoretical and Practical Dimensions
Concierto navideño «Sonidos de la temporada»
December 8, 2024 from 2:00pm – 3:30pm in the Main Chapel. Join us for a magical evening of music and celebration at the Annual Christmas Concert in the Main Chapel at the University of Saint Mary of the Lake. Our cherished tradition brings together the community for a heartwarming experience filled with the spirit of the season.
Cardinal Secretary of State at the Vatican Appoints USML Faculty, Dr. Matthew Levering, to be a Member of the Pontifical Academy of Saint Thomas Aquinas
Congratulations to Dr. Matthew Levering, Professor and James N. Jr. and Mary D. Perry Chair of Theology at the University of Saint Mary of the…
Fish Tales
Back in 1935—just like today—you had to guard your favorite fishing spot like it was a state secret. In this gem from The Argus, the writers…
Papal Medallions
In the late 16th century, tourism to Rome and the Vatican began to flourish, particularly among young noblemen who were expected to travel across Europe…
34th Annual Rector’s Classic
On September 18, the University of Saint Mary of the Lake’s Mundelein Seminary hosted its 34th annual Rector’s Classic. The event raised funds and celebrated a distinguished alumnus, Father Thomas Franzman, who was honored as the 2025 Cardinal Joseph Bernardin In Service of One Another Honoree.