Spirituality

During your time here at St. John's, we hope that whatever tradition you come from, you can grow in your spirituality and faith and learn about our Catholic and Vincentian heritage.  We offer a variety of programs throughout the year to support you in your journey.  Click the links below to learn more!


Bereavement Program
Queens and Staten Island

Campus Ministry is sensitive to the pain and suffering you may experience should there be a death in your family. Once each semester we have a Mass and a luncheon for those who are grieving. Bereavement counseling is also available.

In Queens, call (718) 990-2125.
In Staten Island, call (718) 390-4475.


Converse (Catholic Bible Study)
Queens

Have you wanted to study scripture on your own but need some guidance and direction on how to do it? Join us in sharing your faith, prayer, and reflections on the Catholic Bible. Contact Andrea Pinnavaia at pinnavaa@stjohns.educall (718) 990-3346 for information.


L.I.G.H.T. (Ladies in God's Hands Together)
Queens

L.I.G.H.T. is a community of women who gather together to grow in fellowship with one another through learning about faith and deepening their own spirituality, all while having a good time! L.I.G.H.T. helps participants connect their daily lives to their faith beliefs by exploring topics that we encounter on a day-to-day basis from a Catholic-Christian perspective. Participants from all backgrounds are welcome! Join us for conversation, reflection, and community! New members are always welcome!

L.I.G.H.T. gathers every other Mondays at 8:30pm in the Church Conference Room.  Fall 2012 dates:

  • September 17th
  • October 1st, 15th, 29th
  • November 12th and 26th
  • December 3rd

Hope to see you there!

Join L.I.G.H.T. on Facebookto learn about all upcoming events!

Please contactAngela Seegelfor more information, (718) 990-2680.


Liturgical Ministry
Queens and Staten Island

Campus Ministry welcomes Altar Servers, Lectors, and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion to serve at Campus Masses. There is a training program and Commissioning Mass each fall. There is also on-going formation through an Evening of Recollection to keep up-dated on newest developments in Church Ministry.

In Queens, call (718) 990-5057.
In Staten Island, call (718) 390-4305.


Music Ministry
Queens and Staten Island

Singers and musicians are an integral part of Campus Ministry. Become a part of our music ministry program by sharing your time and talent at our Sunday Night Community Mass, weekday Mass, and other special University celebrations.

In Queens,Joe Gagliano (718) 990-2688.
In Staten Island,
James Behan (718) 390-4305


Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (R.C.I.A.)
Catholic Sacraments Preparation
Queens and Staten Island

The R.C.I.A. process is available for those students who are thinking of becoming Catholic and for Catholics who wish to receive First Communion or Confirmation.  R.C.I.A. begins on Thursday, September 20, 2012 and meets weekly during the Thursday Common Hour in the Church both Semesters.  Participants MUST start the program together in the early fall semester.

In Queens, call Contact Dennis Gallagher atgallagd1@stjohns.edu, call (718) 990-2125 or stop into the St. Thomas More Church office.

In Staten Island, call (718) 390-4305 or email James Behan atbehanj@stjohns.edu.


Insights
Staten Island

If you have ever been involved in service, this program is for you. Come talk, reflect, and pray about your volunteer projects. Meet terrific people and share your experiences!

Contact
Melissa Gibilaroor (718) 390-4475.


Interfaith
Queens

Campus Ministry seeks to foster the faith development of all of our students and offers opportunities to participate in interfaith services.  These services seek to promote fellowship, understanding, and respect for all faiths.  We invite all religious groups and students, commuter or resident, to join us for interfaith worship through song, scripture, drama and reflection.  Services are followed by a dessert social to encourage continued dialogue and community between our different faith groups.  All are welcome.

Contact Dennis Gallagher atgallagd1@stjohns.edu, call (718) 990-2125 or stop into the St. Thomas More Church office.