Cardinal Blase Cupich, Chancellor of the University of Saint Mary of the Lake, will be on campus for the Mass of the Holy Spirit and Rite of Candidacy. Candidacy is a public declaration of one’s intention to pursue Diaconate and Priesthood and implies a personal willingness to spiritually prepare for the calling to ordained ministry. It also symbolizes a commitment to one’s own Archdiocese or Diocese and a determination to serve the people with joy and enthusiasm.