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Campus Ministry

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Our Mission

Rooted in the Catholic tradition and inspired by the charism and spirituality of the Congregation of Mission (Vincentians), the Office of Campus Ministry serves the religious and spiritual needs of our university community. We are committed to fostering spiritual development and faith formation among all Niagara University students. We welcome students of all faiths and religious traditions, while encouraging Catholic students to deepen their Catholic identity and participate actively in the life of the Church.

Guided by the pillars of community, prayer, and Vincentian service, we seek to cultivate personal spiritual discovery and growth. We do this by providing opportunities to gather and build relationships with other students and community members; encouraging participation in the sacramental and liturgical life of the Church, retreats, and other forms of worship and prayer; and engaging in service locally and globally.

Niagara University promises an education of the whole person. Campus Ministry supports this mission by inviting students on an exciting, introspective journey of discovery, to explore and develop their spirituality and come to a greater understanding of their purpose in the world.

Location

Gallagher Center, Lower Level

Hours

ACADEMIC YEAR
Mon. – Fri.
| 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

SUMMER
Mon. – Thu.
| 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Fri. | 8:30 a.m. – noon

Alumni Chapel

*Please Note:

Due to the lack of availability of priests, regretfully there will not be any Liturgies in Alumni Chapel on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day.  Please join other local faith communities or parishes as we celebrate the birth of Christ.

Mass Times

  • Weekday Mass: 12:15 p.m. during the academic year
  • Sunday Mass: 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.
  • Please note there is no 7 p.m. Mass during the summer or semester breaks

Weekly Offering

Reconciliation (Confession)

  • Please call (716) 286-8400 to make appointment

Mass Intentions

An individual may ask a priest to offer a Mass for several reasons: for example, in thanksgiving, for the intentions of another person (such as to pray for recovery from an illness or to celebrate a happy event such as a birthday or special anniversary. Mass intentions may also be offered to pray for the repose of the soul of someone who has died.

The usual offering for a mass intention is $15, but no one is ever turned away!

Religious Vocations

Interested in learning more about becoming a priest or religious sister or brother?

Alumni Hall Aerial View
Sacraments in Alumni Chapel

To schedule a Sacrament at Alumni Chapel,
contact us at 716.286.8400

Programs

Retreats

Take a break to reconnect with God, yourself, and friends.

Retreats

Take a break to reconnect with God, yourself, and friends.

Niagara Plunge

Meet your incoming class in a pre-orientation mission and ministry immersion.

Niagara Plunge

Meet your incoming class in a pre-orientation mission and ministry immersion.

Taize

Pray through music, scripture, and silence at this interdenominational service.

Taize

Pray through music, scripture, and silence at this interdenominational service.

St. Vincent de Paul Society

Serve the local community with our student-led chapter.

St. Vincent de Paul Society

Serve the local community with our student-led chapter.

Prayer and Meditation

Grow in your spirituality through the practice of daily prayer and meditation.

Prayer and Meditation

Grow in your spirituality through the practice of daily prayer and meditation.

RCIA and Sacraments

Receive the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and First Holy Communion.

RCIA and Sacraments

Receive the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and First Holy Communion.

Department
Staff

MAIN CONTACT

Sr. Nora Gatto, D.C.
Director of University Mission and Ministry
716.286.8400

Mikayla

Fulton

Campus Minister

Phone: 716.286.8400

Joseph

Hubbert

University Chaplain

Phone: 716.286.8456

Gregory

Semeniuk

Vice President for Mission Integration

Phone: 716.286.8123