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Community Pathways: USML’s May 2025 Newsletter View news and events from the University of Saint Mary of the Lake.
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May 2025 Newsletter

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Habemus Papam!
We Joyously Welcome and Pray for Pope Leo XIV

(Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost)


PRIESTLY ORDINATIONS


 

On Saturday, May 17 at Holy Name Cathedral, 2 men from Mundelein Seminary will be ordained to the priesthood! May their priestly ministries be filled with grace, wisdom, and deep love for God’s people.

PERMANENT DEACON ORDINATIONS


 

Congratulations to the 15 men ordained as Permanent Deacons this past Saturday, May 10, at Holy Name Cathedral — 9 in English and 6 in Spanish! Your commitments to serve God and His people is an inspiration to us all. May your ministry be filled with grace and joy!

CELEBRATION OF MUNDELEIN



On April 24 we held our annual Celebration of Mundelein that serves as a cornerstone in supporting Mundelein Seminary and helping shape the future of our parish priests. This year we celebrated the remarkable contributions of three distinguished honorees from Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Glenview: Sr. Paulanne Held, Fr. Jerry Boland, and Dr. Amy Mills. Their extraordinary dedication to faith, education, and service is a testament to the mission and values of Mundelein Seminary.

Learn more and view photos from the event by visiting our website: 
https://usml.edu/2025-celebration-of-mundelein/

CONVOCATION


On Saturday, May 3 was USML’s Convocation, where we conferred degrees and certificates on those from Mundelein Seminary, our Pontifical programs, and the School of Parish Leadership and Evangelization. Congratulations to all of our graduates! View photos by clicking here.

MAY CROWNING



 

May 4, 2025

 

On Sunday, May 4 our Rector and President, Fr. John Kartje presided over a special Special Mass and May Crowning at the University of Saint Mary of the Lake. View all the photos by clicking here.

A QUIGLEY ALUMNI MASS AND RECEPTION



 

May 22, 2025


This event is for alumni of Archbishop Quigley Preparatory Seminary, North and South.

Join your fellow Quigley alums as we get together for Mass celebrated by Mundelein Seminary’s Fr. John Kartje at the beautiful St. James Chapel. Mass will be followed by a light reception of beer, wine, and appetizers at the Pastoral Center with the opportunity to reconnect and reminisce with former classmates.

Learn more on our website by clicking here.

 

ONLINE SHORT COURSES:
FIGURES OF THE LITURGICAL MOVEMENT


This course covers a number of key figures in the liturgical movement and their impact on both liturgical reform and liturgical renewal. 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/

FEEHAN MEMORIAL LIBRARY:

Special Exhibit

Discover the History and Mystery of Conclave


University of Saint Mary of the Lake’s Feehan Memorial Library has curated a special exhibit exploring the traditions, history, and significance of this sacred event.

Learn more and view photos on our website by clicking here.

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.

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.

CHARITABLE GIFT ANNUITY


Is a Charitable Gift Annuity (CGA) right for you as you consider a gift to Support Mundelein Seminary?
  • Do you plan to make a minimum gift of $10,000 in cash or securiities?
  • Are you at least 50 years old for a deferred annuity or 60 for an immediate annuity?
  • Are you interested in receiving fixed payments for the remainder of your life? (Upon donor’s death, the remainder will be distributed to Mundelein Seminary.)
If you answered “Yes” to any of these questions, a CGA might be the vehicle by which you can support Mundelein Seminary and provide guaranteed income for life. 
 
For more information, please contact Maureen McGain, Major/Planned Gift Officer at mmcgrain@usml.edu. She can assist you making your CGA a reality.

CONTACT HER TODAY!
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