08.30.15

Campus Ministry Bulletin
vol 24 no 2

August 30, 2015 - Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
+  Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-8  +  James 1:17-18, 21-22, 27  +  Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23  +
Mass this Sunday at 10:30 am and 6:30 pm







Mass Intentions:

Sunday	8.30	10:30 am 6:30 pm	For the SAU Community
Monday	8.31	Noon	+ Faynelle Haehn, '40
Tuesday	9.1	4:30 pm	Care of Creation
Wednesday	9.2	9:15 pm	For student intentions
Thursday	9.3	4:30pm	+ Fr. Ed Botkin
Friday	9.4	Noon	+ John Meenan, '44

This Week's Activities Include:
Monday: Music Ministry 6 pm (Chapel); Brewed Awakening 8 pm (Gathering Space)
Tuesday: Bridge Bible Fellowship 9 pm (Chapel)
Wednesday: Ambrosians for Peace and Justice 8 pm (Lower Chapel); Sacrament of Reconciliation 8:30 pm (Chapel); Mass and More 9:15 pm (Chapel)
Thursday: Women & Faith 8 pm (Gathering Space)

Campus Ministry Offices - Lower Chapel
333-6132 or ministry@sau.edu
Fr. Chuck Adam, Chaplain
Chris Clow, Director of Music and Liturgy
Kaitlin Depuydt, Director of Service and Social Justice
Tammy Norcross-Reitzler, Director of Faith Formation
Tom Prior, Grad Assistant



Putting Our Hearts into What we Do
One of the stories I sometimes share from my days as a pastor in a parish in the western part of the Davenport Diocese took place on a cold winter morning with several inches of new snow on the ground. My radio alarm clock awoke me to announcements of school cancellations due to the storm.  As I walked over to the early morning mass, expecting no-one to be there, I looked up to see a delightful 80-year old woman.  One who rarely ever missed, she was waiting prayerfully in a pew near the front of the church.  Conflicted about whether I should praise her faith or scold her for venturing out on a such a day, I simply said, “How did you possibly get here today?” Her response was golden. She smiled and said, “Well, once I got my heart here, it was easy to get the rest of me here.”  In her wisdom, Marcella teaches a valuable lesson. As we begin a new academic year, one of the worst things we could do would be to approach all the opportunities that are before us half-heartedly or worse, not at all. Instead, I hope each student will put his or her heart into being an Ambrosian---someone who joins in; someone who takes the opportunity to learn seriously; someone who is open-minded and generous to others. You will be enriched to the very degree you help enrich the lives of others. Put your heart into what you do, the rest will follow.    ---Fr. Chuck 

•Mass Schedule
We resume our academic year mass schedule today with both Sunday masses at 10:30 am and 6:30 pm.  Daily mass is offered Monday and Friday at 12 noon, Tuesday and Thursday at 4:30 pm and Wednesday at 9:15 pm in the Grotto if weather permits. The simpler (about 25 minutes) daily mass provides a great way to recharge your spiritual batteries during the week. In addition, the chapel is open for all Ambrosians for quiet reflection from 7 am - 10 pm daily.

•BEE Involved! Sign Up
This Sunday, August 30 you can sign up for the various ministries and activities of Campus Ministry at both the 10:30 am and 6:30 pm masses. Fill out an interest card in the pews and let us know what you are interested in - from Brewed Awakening discussions to various forms of prayer and service, we have something for everyone! You can also complete the interest survey online, or stop by our offices in the lower chapel and we will be glad to speak with you and answer any questions. And as always, email us at ministry@sau.edu to learn more about anything in Campus Ministry.  We’re looking forward to a great year!

•Like Us on Facebook!
Be sure to like the CM page on Facebook: www.facebook.com/SAUCampusMinistry.  Stay up to date on news, get some insights for prayer and reflection, learn about service opportunities, and so much more!

•Service on Saturday
Our Service on Saturday projects are kicking off this weekend!   Join us at Friendship Manor, an assisted living home in Rock Island, where we will play cards and Scrabble with the residents.  Be ready for some competitive fun - we’re warned that these seniors are good!  We will carpool from campus at 9:30 am and return by 12:15 pm.   We have 4 more spots to go, so email ministry@sau.edu if you’d like to join us.  Because of Labor Day, our next Service on Saturday will be on Saturday 9/12 - Stay tuned!

•BEE Connected New Student Retreat
This overnight retreat is open to all incoming freshmen and transfer students.  All faiths are welcome.   The retreat will be Friday, Sept. 11-Saturday, Sept. 12th at Camp Loud Thunder.  We provide the transportation to and from campus.  It’s a great opportunity to make friends, receive tips from upperclassmen, be introduced to all that campus ministry has to offer, and strengthen your faith.  Registration forms are available in the Chapel Gathering Space or you may register online.  The retreat cost $10 and includes transportation, lodging and food.  SPACE IS LIMITED, REGISTER SOON.  For more information contact us at ministry@sau.edu.

•Music Ministry
Love to sing or play an instrument?  Music Ministry is looking for you!  Music Ministry is made up of SAU students of all years, majors, and musical ability, and leads music for Sunday masses, Mass and More, and other prayer services and events.  Interested?  Sign up on an interest card or online, or email ministry@sau.edu to learn more.  Practices are Monday nights at 6 pm in the Chapel, beginning August 31!

•Brewed Awakening
Join us for a discussion about “Striving for Justice” on Monday,  August 31 from 8-9pm in the Chapel Gathering Space. SAU history professor Dr. Larry Skillin will lead the discussion about how to work for justice, which is the College of Arts and Sciences’ theme for this school year. Free coffee and specialty drinks are provided.

•The Bridge Bible Fellowship
“The Bridge” will begin next Tuesday, September 1.  This time of non-denominational prayer, bible reflection, and fellowship is open to all SAU students of any Christian denomination.  The group meets at 9 pm in the Chapel.  This semester’s Biblical study topic is Prayer.

•Ambrosians for Peace & Justice
Interested in service in our community and working for justice?  The students in Ambrosians for Peace and Justice (APJ) welcome you to join us!  Our weekly meetings are Wednesday meetings at 8 pm in the Lower Chapel, and they begin this Wednesday 9/2.   All are welcome!  Check out our table at ClubFest on Tuesday too for a justice-themed giveaway!

•Women & Faith
A group for young women interested in growing deeper in their faith through shared prayer, reflection on God's Word and discussions about relevant faith topics.  The group will meet on Thursday evenings from 8-9 pm in the chapel gathering space beginning Thursday, September 3rd.  If you'd like more information, please contact Tammy Norcross-Reitzler at ministry@sau.edu.

•R.C.I.A./Sacramental Prep./Learning More about the Catholic Church
If you are interested in becoming Catholic, being confirmed if you have not completed your sacraments, or simply want to learn more about the Catholic Church, contact Tammy by emailing ministry@sau.edu.  A group will be forming soon.

•BEESknees is a unique prayer ministry that allows Ambrosians to pray in their own time and manner for confidential intentions presented each week on behalf of fellow Ambrosians. If you’d like to be part of it, or have intentions to offer, send to: Beesknees@sau.edu.  Prayer intentions can also be left in the wooden box on the offertory table next to the reconciliation room in the chapel.

08.23.15

Campus Ministry Bulletin
vol 24 no 1

August 24, 2015 - Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time
+  Acts 4:8-12  +  1 John 3:1-2  +  John 10:11-18  +
Mass this Sunday at 10:30 am and 3:00 pm







Mass Intentions:

Sunday	8.24	10:30 am 3:00 pm	For the SAU Community               For New Students
Wednesday	8.25	9:15 pm	For student intentions
Thursday	8.26	4:30pm	+ Loyola Hutson
Friday	8.27	Noon	+ Joseph Sesbeau, '47

This Week's Activities Include:
Tuesday: Convocation and Blessing of the Academic Year 11am (Rogalski Center Ballroom)
Wednesday: Music Jam 8pm (Hayes Courtyard); Sacrament of Reconciliation 8:30pm (Chapel); Mass and More 9:15pm (Chapel)

Campus Ministry Offices - Lower Chapel
333-6132 or ministry@sau.edu
Fr. Chuck Adam, Chaplain
Chris Clow, Director of Music and Liturgy
Kaitlin Depuydt, Director of Service and Social Justice
Tammy Norcross-Reitzler, Director of Faith Formation
Tom Prior, Grad Assistant



A WELCOMING HOME
We extend a warm welcome to all new and returning students to the St. Ambrose University community. We hope that all new Ambrosians quickly come to discover that SAU is a "home away from home.” There are many individuals in every part of campus ready to assist students. In fact, so often visitors to campus comment on the  spirit of welcome and helpfulness they find here.  It is something we do well, in part, I believe, because of our diocesan heritage. It’s a charism, a unique characteristic of St. Ambrose as an academic community rooted within a local community and diocese. This week new Ambrosians become a part of that community. Earlier this summer, Pope Francis issued a highly anticipated encyclical letter on the care of the earth entitled, Laudati Si, or Praise Be to You in English. Along with many challenging things, the pope also reminds us that there are many little things we can all do to make our communities a home for all. Borrowing an insight from Saint Therese who spoke of the "little way of love," he reminds us that there is power in kind words, a smile, and small gestures that bring us together in peace. He writes, "An integral ecology is also made up of simple daily gestures which break with the logic of violence, exploitation and selfishness.” (Laudati Si, Paragraph 230). We all have a part to play in creating a home where all are welcome.  We in Campus Ministry send this email bulletin each week to help you be aware of some of the opportunities available for you to engage with students in the process of spiritual and personal growth. We hope you'll find yourself feeling at home the minute you step onto campus. We hope you'll in turn contribute in many small and large ways to make St. Ambrose and the world around us home for all.  A hearty welcome to all and prayers for blessing on a great year!   ---Fr. Chuck 

•Campus Ministry Staff
Our campus ministry staff is here for all members of the St. Ambrose community regardless of their religious or denominational affiliation. We want you to know that Christ the King Chapel is your spiritual home while at St. Ambrose. Our staff includes Fr. Chuck Adam, Chaplain and Director of Campus Ministry 333.6151, Christopher Clow, Director of Music Ministry and Liturgy, 333.6189, Kaitlin Depuydt, Director of Service and Justice Ministry 333.6083, and Tammy Norcross-Reitzler, Director of  Faith Formation, 333.6132. We look forward to meeting all who are new to St. Ambrose.  Always feel free to stop in and visit us in our offices in the lower level of Christ the King Chapel.

•Come as You Are to 3:00 pm Sunday Mass
For those who will have spent the day moving into residence halls, we want you to know that casual dress is appropriate for the 3:00  pm mass today – Sunday, August 23.  This mass is specifically intended to help new students and your families have an opportunity to worship today. Simply come as you are!

 •Convocation and Blessing of the Academic Year
Please join us at 11 am this Tuesday August 20 in the Rogalski Center Ballroom as we welcome the class of 2019. Most Rev. Martin Amos, Bishop of the Diocese of Davenport and Chair of the SAU Board of Trustees, will lead the campus community in a prayer service asking God’s blessing on the new academic year. Dr. Jessica Greenwald will offer the keynote. Sister Joan Lescinski, SAU President, will offer the customary charge to the community for the coming year. Please join us.

•Chapel Schedule
All Ambrosians, regardless of faith tradition or religious affiliation, are invited to make Christ the King Chapel their spiritual home while at SAU. We offer a special 3:00pm mass today to welcome new students and their families, but our usual Sunday masses while classes are in session are at 10:30am and 6:30pm. Daily mass is offered Mondays and Fridays at noon, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4:30 pm and on Wednesday evening at 9:15 pm (in the Grotto if weather allows).  The Sacrament of Reconciliation is offered every Wednesday at 8:30 pm and by appointment with Fr. Chuck or other priests on campus.  For special events and updates, please keep an eye on this campus ministry bulletin which we will send out each week on e-mail and leave copies on Sunday in the chapel Gathering Space.

•New Student Seminar!!! First Meeting – Sunday - August 23
Be sure to check your Welcome Week information to find out where your first New Student Seminar meets Sunday at 7:30pm. You’ll meet your NSS instructor and peer assistant and get info about the details of your Urban Plunge site for Monday, Aug 24.

•Welcome Week Activities
Make note of all the activities of Welcome Week and especially Urban Plunge, an opportunity for all first year students to engage in service with the community.  Your participation in these activities helps to set the stage for your successful college career. The week includes cookouts, late night bowling and bingo, movies, color run, musical comedy duo “Dakaboom,” comedian Brian O’Sullivan, and more! The schedule is online here:  SAU Welcome Week

•Campus Ministry Music Jam
Come end the first day of classes with music and fun at the Campus Ministry Music Jam.  Bring your guitar, bring your voice, or bring your requests and come sing songs, meet new friends, and get to know your campus ministers!  The music starts at 8pm in the Hayes Courtyard, and leads right into the first Wednesday night Mass and More of the year.

•Wednesday Night Mass & More
Take part in an SAU tradition with Mass and More, beginning Wednesday, August 26th at 9:15 pm at the Grotto which is located at the northwest side of Ambrose Hall (if it rains, we’ll have Mass in the Chapel).  After Mass, we’ll have a make-your-own sundae bar in the Chapel Gathering Space.  It’s a great way to give thanks after the first day of class and to meet new people.

•BEE Connected New Student Retreat
This overnight retreat is open to all incoming freshmen and transfer students.  All faiths are welcome.   The retreat will be Friday, Sept. 11-Saturday, Sept. 12th at Camp Loud Thunder.  We provide the transportation to and from campus.  It’s a great opportunity to make friends, receive tips from upperclassmen, be introduced to all that campus ministry has to offer, and strengthen your faith.  Registration forms are available in the Chapel Gathering Space or you may register online:  Bee Connected Retreat.  The retreat cost $10 and includes transportation, lodging and food.  SPACE IS LIMITED, REGISTER SOON.  For more information contact us at ministry@sau.edu.

 •BEE INVOLVED! SIGN-UP!
We have many opportunities for students to grow in faith, share their gifts and talents, and build up the Kingdom of God.  Next Sunday, August 29th at both the 10:30 a.m. and the 6:30 p.m. Masses students will be given an opportunity to sign up for our various ministries and activities.  You may also complete the online interest survey.  You can also just stop by our offices in the lower chapel and we are glad to speak with you and answer any questions.  We are looking forward to a great year!

•Service on Saturday
Our Service on Saturday projects are kicking off on Saturday, August 29th.  Stay tuned for our community service project next weekend!  For more info on this and other Saturday service projects all year long, contact ministry@sau.edu

•Brewed Awakening
Join fellow students throughout the year for coffee drinks and discussion of various topics at Brewed Awakening. The first Brewed of the year will be August 31 from 8-9pm in the Chapel Gathering Space. The first Brewed will be about working for justice, which is the university's theme for the school year. Also, be thinking about topics for future “Brewed Awakening” discussions.

•Ambrosians for Peace and Justice
Join us for the first meeting of Ambrosians for Peace & Justice (APJ).  We are a group of students who are interested in peace and justice, doing service projects together and discussing the larger picture of social justice in our community and world.  All Ambrosians are welcome!  We will meet on Wednesdays at 8pm, beginning Sept. 2nd, in the lower chapel.  See you there!

•Infaith Council
Interfaith Council works to bring together students of all faiths and even those unaffiliated with a faith tradition to share in mutual understanding through service of others. If you are interested in being a part of this important effort, please contact us at ministry@sau.edu.

•Women & Faith
A group for young women interested in growing deeper in their Catholic Faith through shared prayer, reflection on God's Word and discussions about relevant faith topics.  The group will meet on Thursday evenings from 8-9 p.m. in the chapel gathering space beginning Thursday, September 3rd.  If you'd like more information, please contact Tammy Norcross-Reitzler at ministry@sau.edu

•BEESknees is a unique prayer ministry that allows Ambrosians to pray in their own time and manner for confidential intentions presented each week on behalf of fellow Ambrosians. If you’d like to be part of it, or have intentions to offer, send to: Beesknees@sau.edu.