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ORDINATIONS TO THE PRIESTHOOD
Congratulations to Mundelein Seminary’s 16 Deacons from 10 dioceses on their ordinations to the priesthood.
May 17
Dcn. Cristian Garcia (not pictured) and Dcn. Kevin Menard from the Archdiocese of Chicago
Dcn. Christian Sinclair and Dcn. Vincent Omondi from the Diocese of Joliet
May 24
Dcn. Hung Le from the Archdiocese of Dubuque
Dcn. Grant Huslig and Dcn. Joseph Mick from the Diocese of Wichita
Dcn. Thanh Ho from the Diocese of San Jose
May 25
Dcn. Benjamin Schoonmaker, Dcn. Francis Strong, and Dcn. Jack Watt from the Diocese of Peoria
May 28
Dcn. Lee Noel from the Diocese of Cheyenne
May 31
Dcn. Dennis Marcos from the Roman Catholic Diocese of Lubbock
June 7
Dcn. Ian Ordonez and Dcn. Ryan Nooraee, from the Diocese of Rockford
Dcn. Joseph Tapia-Beeman from Archdiocese of Seattle
DIACONATE ORDINATIONS
Congratulations to 11 Mundelein Seminarians from 6 dioceses on their Diaconate Ordinations.
April 5
Andrew Bogusz, Jonathan Hernandez, and Samuel Bergmann from the Diocese of Joliet
May 22
Isaac Hilger, Jacob McGuire, and Luke Meyerhoff from the Catholic Diocese of Wichita
June 7
Jacob Hartman from the Diocese of Jefferson City
Bailey Peterson, Michael Wojnarowski, and Patrick Glanville from the Diocese of Rockford
August 23
Johnny Alexis Hernandez from the Diocese of Laredo
Date TBD
Michael James and Sam Kuttappassery from the St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Catholic Diocese of Chicago
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POPE LEO XIV
Watch Ed O’Keefe’s full exclusive interview with Cardinal Blase Cupich about the election of Pope Leo XIV. A portion of this interview aired on CBS’s “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan” on May 11, 2025.
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WILLIAM H. AND LOIS J. McESSY ENDOWED CHAIR IN CHURCH HISTORY ESTABLISHED AT USML
USML/Mundelein Seminary is proud to announce the establishment of The William H. and Lois J. McEssy Endowed Chair in Church History, a prestigious position dedicated to advancing the study and teaching of Church history. This chair honors the extraordinary legacy of Bill and Lois McEssy, whose generosity and vision have left an indelible mark on both the physical campus and the intellectual and spiritual formation of its students.
Learn more by clicking here.
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Please join us in prayer and reflection as we mourn the passing of Bishop John “Jack” Gorman, who has returned to the Lord. Bishop Gorman was not only a Mundelein alumnus but also our rector from 1966 to 1973 and the recipient of the 2021 “In Service of One Another” Catholic Humanitarian Award.
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DAY OF GIVING
Thank you for your generosity!
Because of your support, the University of Saint Mary of the Lake’s Day of Giving in May was a great success! We raised $16,735 — that’s 11.5% over our goal. Your gifts help form the next generation of parish and ministry leaders, and we are deeply grateful.
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DISCOVER YOUR CALL TO LEAD AND SERVE
The School of Parish Leadership and Evangelization at the University of Saint Mary of the Lake invites you to one of our special “Come and See!” events—an opportunity to explore how God may be calling you to deepen your faith, grow as a leader, and serve His Church more effectively.
We’ll be hosting informational sessions at parishes across the Archdiocese of Chicago, where you can learn about our dynamic lay formation certificates and diaconate programs designed to equip catechists, parish ministers, and lay leaders for impactful ministry.
We will also be hosting a USML campus tour for prospective students on June 28.
View upcoming Come and See dates and locations, and to sign up for a USML campus tour visit our website by clicking here.
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RECTOR’S CLASSIC
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Join us for a day of unparalleled golf, friendship, and philanthropy at Mundelein Seminary’s annual Rector’s Classic golf outing.
The Rector’s Classic is more than just a golf outing—it’s a celebration of community and the enduring mission of Mundelein Seminary. By participating and sponsoring, you’re not just getting involved a premier event; you’re becoming part of a legacy of support that empowers seminarians to become compassionate leaders in service to the Church and the world.
At this year’s golf classic dinner, we are proud to honor Fr. Tom Franzman, RSM with the 2025 Cardinal Joseph Bernardin In Service of One Another Catholic Humanitarian Award.
Learn more, register to attend, and become a sponsor by clicking here!
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A QUIGLEY ALUMNI MASS AND RECEPTION
On May 22 at the beautiful St. James Cathedral we held our annual Quigley Alumni Mass and Reception for alumni of Archbishop Quigley Preparatory Seminary, North and South.
View the photos by clicking here.
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ONLINE SHORT COURSES:
LEVITICUS AND THE LITURGY
Leviticus contains some of the Bible’s richest insights on what it means for God’s people to be a liturgical community. Take this course by clicking here.
Browse our entire catalog of online short courses on our website:
https://usml.edu/sple/online-short-courses/course-catalog/
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FEEHAN MEMORIAL LIBRARY:
Special Exhibit:
Quigley Preparatory Seminary Exhibit
Archbishop Quigley Preparatory Seminary’s Memory Endures Through Lasting Ties with the University of Saint Mary of the Lake. This exhibit, currently on display in Mundelein Hall, features unique artifacts from our collection, along with the Archdiocese of Chicago, and Quigley alums.
Learn more and view photos on our website by clicking here.
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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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CONSIDER MAKING YOUR GIFT TO MUNDELEIN SEMINARY/USML TAX FREE
Do you have an IRA and need to satisfy your required minimum distribution?
Are you 70 ½ years old?
Are you interested in lowering your taxable income while also supporting our future parish priests?
Join the many donors who have already chosen to make their gift to Mundelein Seminary/USML while saving on their 2025 taxes.
You may gift a total of $108,000 of your required minimum distribution (RMD) to charities including Mundelein Seminary in one calendar year. If you and your spouse file jointly, s/he may also gift a total of $108,000 from his/her IRA.
Please consult with your investment broker/financial adviser to make a direct transfer. USML Tax ID: 36-2171077
Make your gift through your IRA required minimum distribution to secure the future of the Catholic Church by supporting Mundelein Seminary/USML today!
Contact Maureen McGrain, Major/Planned Giving Officer for information.
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