Program mission statement
The Campus Ministry at Saint Martin’s University is committed to
accompanying those in our community on their journey of faith. Founded on
and continually framed by the rich tradition of Catholic Benedictine
spirituality, campus ministry shares in the University’s commitment to honor
the sacredness of all. We provide opportunities for students, and all Saint
Martin’s communities to make a positive difference in their lives and the
lives of others through the intersection of faith, reason, service and
community.
We are the center point where students develop in consciousness and
conscience so that they may better comprehend who they are and how they
engage in community.
We help students develop a consciousness of their faith life and who
their authentic selves are and form their conscience to be more just people.
Program goals, objectives and outcomes
Students will experience service and justice education in light of
Catholic social teachings. Students will be able to learn and articulate
Catholic social teachings. Students will learn the tenets of Catholic social
teachings through lived experience, speakers and workshops. Students will
have opportunities to experience, reflect upon and act from a commitment to
justice and compassion in light of Catholic social teaching / Benedictine
values. Students will learn to develop respect and responsibility for
communities (local and global), especially those most in need.
Students will develop their faith. Students will actively practice their
faith on campus through liturgies, faith education and community service.
Faculty and staff will have opportunities to discuss with students matters
of faith and their own relationship to faith. Monks will be an active and
consistent presence in the Saint Martin’s community. Every member of the
Saint Martin’s community is empowered to put their faith into action on
campus.