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GIVING TUESDAY
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Seminarians Share Pilgrimage Experience
Watch Deacon Kevin and Deacon Christian share their Pilgrimage experience to Turkey, Greece, and Italy as part of their formation to priestly ministry by clicking here.
Please make your gift on Giving Tuesday to Mundelein Seminary in support of programs like the seminarian pilgrimage to provide opportunities for seminarians to serve as they are learning the priestly ministry and provide hope for the future of the Catholic Church!
Avoid the crush of Giving Tuesday emails, MAKE YOUR GIFT TODAY!
To make your gift via phone, please call us at (847) 970-4816. Call Today!
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UPCOMING EVENT:
SOUNDS OF THE SEASON
CHRISTMAS CONCERT
December 8, 2024
Join us for a magical afternoon 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.
Tickets to attend are currently sold out, however you can add yourself to the waitlist by clicking here.
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UPCOMING EVENT:
ADVENT REFLECTION
December 14, 2024
Join us on a spiritual odyssey this Advent season as the University of Saint Mary of the Lake proudly presents its annual Advent Reflection, directed by our Rector and President, Father John Kartje.
This year’s retreat theme is Falling Forward Into the Past: Advent Wisdom in a Time of Transition. Gather with fellow participants, share in moments of reflection, and build a sense of community as we collectively prepare for the Advent season. This retreat is an opportunity to deepen your faith, forge connections with like-minded individuals, and experience the true meaning of this sacred time. Learn more and register to attend this free event by clicking here.
Please RSVP by December 2.
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SAVE THE DATE:
CELEBRATION OF MUNDELEIN
April 24, 2025
The University of Saint Mary of the Lake’s Annual Celebration of Mundelein serves as a cornerstone in supporting Mundelein Seminary and shaping the future of our priests. On April 24, 2025 at our 32nd Celebration of Mundelein we will welcome the Very Reverend John Kartje and Cardinal Blase Cupich as hosts as we celebrate 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.
The Celebration of Mundelein is a night of fellowship, dining, and entertainment, all while making a lasting impact on the future of our Church. Together, let’s celebrate the spirit of Mundelein and support our seminarians in their sacred journey. To learn more, become a sponsor, and purchase tickets to attend please visit https://usml.edu/celebration-of-mundelein/.
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Synodality and its Discontents
Dr. Harold D. Horell, Chair of the Margaret and Chester Paluch Chair of Theology at the University of Saint Mary of the Lake, delivered his first Paluch Lecture on October 24. His lecture reviewed how the Church has relied on synodal gatherings to discern the guidance of the Spirit from the Council of Jerusalem, as discussed in Acts of the Apostles, chapter 15, through the Second Vatican Council (1962-1965) to the present.
Watch the lecture on our website by clicking here.
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PERMANENT DIACONATE ACOLYTE MASS
A group of men in formation to become Permanent Deacons were instituted as Acolytes during a November 10th Mass in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception on the campus of USML. The Acolyte has a special role in the Church as it is now their responsibility to assist priests and Deacons in carrying out their ministry; this is most commonly done through assisting the priest during Mass. View all of the photos by clicking here.
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DEACON FORMATION
The mission of the Archdiocese of Chicago and the School of Parish Leadership and Evangelization’s Deacon Formation Program is to prepare men to be deacons — icons of Christ the Servant, emissaries of the bishop, and servant-leaders—through a distinctive formation process for ordained ministry in the Archdiocese of Chicago. It does so by offering a comprehensive program that specifically addresses the mission and identity of diaconal ministry through the four pillars of formation: the Human, Intellectual, Spiritual, and Pastoral while educating men for the three-fold ministry of service to the Word, Liturgy, and Charity.
Formation is a four-year program. It includes the one-year Aspirant Stage, which concentrates on prayer and discernment, and the three-year Candidate Stage, which also contains most of the academic courses and all other formation elements that may lead to Holy Orders. Learn more about our Deacon Formation Program by clicking here.
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ONLINE SHORT COURSE
Liturgical Art and Architecture
This course provides an introduction to Catholic liturgical art and architecture, understanding them as bearers of sacramental realities which participate in the glorification of God and the sanctification of the world. Class sessions discuss foundational sacramental theology, the meaning of the Temple, Early Christian use of the classical tradition, the Baroque, the influence of early liturgical reform, and the recent loss and recovery of traditional design after Vatican II.
Enroll in this course 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. His efforts contribute to spiritual growth and intellectual development fostering a rich and vibrant atmosphere at the University of Saint Mary of the Lake.
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 submit any news you’d like to share with us and we will include it in our next issue of the Bridge Magazine this Fall. Or simply take the opportunity to update your information for our records.
Attention all Seminary Alumni from the Class of 1975 and 2000: Please update your contact information by the end of the year in anticipation of your on-campus Jubilee celebration in April 2025!
You can provide an Alumni Update on our website by clicking here. |
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GIVING
Are you already thinking of making your year-end charitable gifts?
If so, consider making your gift to USML/Mundelein Seminary by donating appreciated stock.
When you donate stock directly to us, you benefit by:
- Eliminating capital gains taxes and the Medicare surtax
- Taking an immediate income tax deduction of the full fair market value if you itemize your deductions (*Consult your tax advisor.)
- Making a greater impact on USML/Mundelein Seminary
To make your gift through appreciated stock or if you have questions, please contact Jim Jarocki, Sr. Director of Development Operations at jjarocki@usml.edu or 847.970.4841
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