Campus Ministry at Villa Maria College encourages and promotes the spiritual growth of all students, faculty and staff.
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Grow In Your Faith
We provide programs and opportunities to help you grow in your faith and connect to others through service and reflection.
The Campus Ministry office is also here to serve as a source of counsel to those of different faiths. Recognizing that Villa Maria College is a diverse campus with people of different religious backgrounds, we encourage all people to pursue their own spiritual development. Campus Ministry is fundamentally committed to being welcoming and hospitable to all people in our events, worship services, and programming.
Our Services
- Catechesis
- Pastoral Counseling
- Ecumenical Prayer Services
- Scripture Study
- Eucharistic Liturgies
- Spiritual Direction
- Food Pantry
- Retreats
In addition to the spiritual and religious aspects of Campus Ministry, there is a great emphasis placed on peace and justice. The College is a member of the national peace organization – Pax Christi – and of the Western New York Peace Center.
The Sister Mary Josette Food Pantry is a major project sponsored by the Office of Mission and Campus Ministry. The food pantry opened in 1986 in compassionate response to student need. Gradually the pantry has expanded its services to over 1,000 individuals in the local community each month. Hours of operation are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 10 AM-3 PM. The pantry is in the lower level of the Music Building.
Can Campus Ministry Help You?
- You’re having a problem.
- You just want to talk.
- You would like to see a member of the Clergy of any denomination.
- You need prayers for yourself or someone close to you.
Services for Catholics
- You have a question about your Catholic Faith.
- You would like to arrange for a Baptism.
- You have questions about Marriage.
- You would like to prepare for First Communion, Confirmation or Reconciliation.
