Campus Ministry
Campus Ministry celebrates the diversity of faith traditions in our university community by serving the pastoral and spiritual growth needs of all, through a variety of prayer, service and educational opportunities.
Office for Mission
Work Flowing from the Catholic Identity
Welcome to the Office for Mission at St. Thomas University, where our mission is to integrate and support the broad reach of the Catholic identity throughout our campus community. Our office comprises dedicated departments—Campus Ministry, and the Center for the Common Good,—along with numerous initiatives such as the Development of Faculty and Staff, the Chapel Arts Series, and the Next Chapter Program.
We collaborate with various university departments and partners to enrich all aspects of university life, celebrating diverse faith traditions and fostering spiritual growth. Join us in our commitment to social justice and transformational partnerships through a variety of prayer, community engagement, and educational opportunities.
Explore how you can be a part of advancing our mission and Catholic identity.
Contact Our Office
Email: mission@stthomas.edu
Phone: (651) 962-5200
Fax: (651) 962-6930
Aquinas Hall, Room 121
2115 Summit Ave, St. Paul, MN 55105
Center for the Common Good
At the Center for the Common Good, we support students, staff, and faculty to be transformational partners who work tirelessly for social justice in our local, national, and global communities.
Faculty and Staff Development
We offer a variety of events and programs for faculty and staff to promote the Mission of St. Thomas, our Catholic identity and the role that they play in advancing our Mission.
Leadership and Staff
Fr. Christopher Collins, SJ
Vice President for Mission
christopher.collins@stthomas.edu
(651) 962-5200
Michele Goodson
Administrative Assistant
mkgoodson@stthomas.edu
(651) 962-5200
Karin Trail-Johnson
Director of New Pathways and Vocation
karin.trail-johnson@stthomas.edu
(651) 962-6558
Faith and the Arts
The Office for Mission has many homes for spiritual meditation through art. Explore some of our initiatives.
Iversen Center for Faith
The Iversen Center for Faith is the spiritual heart of campus and a place where faith can be celebrated and explored.
Chapel Arts Series
Encounter the transcendent through meaningful engagement with artists and creators at St. Thomas and beyond at the Chapel Arts Series.
Hoedeman Gallery of Sacred Art
The Hoedeman Gallery presents exhibitions of sacred art that reflect a rich diversity and history.
Worship and Prayer Spaces
Find the many interfaith worship locations on campus.
Interfaith Council
The Interfaith Council is composed of students, faculty and staff. Rooted in the Catholic tradition that values faith understanding, and the dignity of all people, we strive to strengthen and unify our community by fostering meaningful interreligious dialogue, engagement and collaboration directed toward the common good.
Commitments and Partnerships
We partner with numerous local, national, and international organizations to advance the common good.
Mission Resources and Education
Learn more about our history, mission and Catholic identity on our OneStThomas intranet site.
The Next Chapter Program
Are you retiring soon or have you recently retired? Join a group of peers asking similar questions in this new stage of life and find greater joy and purpose for your next chapter.
About The Next Chapter Program
The University of St. Thomas is offering a program open to those already retired or thinking about retiring soon. “The Next Chapter” program typically has cohorts beginning each September and January. It is not a financial planning seminar, but rather a six-month, guided journey using principles of Ignatian spirituality to assist participants in discerning what God might be calling them to in this exciting “Next Chapter” of their lives. Participants meet once a month at St. Thomas on Saturday mornings with readings and reflection required between sessions.
For more information:
Karin Trail-Johnson, Director of New Pathways and Vocation
Email: USTNextChapter@stthomas.edu
Phone: (651) 962-6558
Information Session Registration
Interested in joining a Next Chapter cohort? Attend an Information Session to learn more about the program.
- Tuesday, October 29th, 2024 10:00am - 11:00am (via Zoom)
- Wednesday, October 30th, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm (via Zoom)
Sign up on OR contact the to RSVP and receive the Zoom link.
Application
The Fall 2024 cohort is now full.
We are currently accepting applications for Winter 2025.
Schedule
Fall 2024 Cohort Dates
Session 1 - September 7, 2024
Session 2 - September 28, 2024
Session 3 - October 19, 2024
Session 4 - November 16, 2024
Session 5 - December 7, 2024
Retreat - January 10-11, 2025
Session 6 - February 1, 2025
Winter 2025 Cohort Dates
Session 1 - January 18, 2025
Session 2 - February 8, 2025
Session 3 - March 1, 2025
Session 4 - March 29, 2025
Session 5 - April 26, 2025
Retreat - May 16 -17, 2025
Session 6 - May 31, 2025
Cost Information
The cost for the program is $950 which includes all program expenses, refreshments at each session and an overnight retreat with meals.
About The Next Chapter Program
About The Next Chapter Program
The University of St. Thomas is offering a program open to those already retired or thinking about retiring soon. “The Next Chapter” program typically has cohorts beginning each September and January. It is not a financial planning seminar, but rather a six-month, guided journey using principles of Ignatian spirituality to assist participants in discerning what God might be calling them to in this exciting “Next Chapter” of their lives. Participants meet once a month at St. Thomas on Saturday mornings with readings and reflection required between sessions.
For more information:
Karin Trail-Johnson, Director of New Pathways and Vocation
Email: USTNextChapter@stthomas.edu
Phone: (651) 962-6558
Information Session Registration
Information Session Registration
Interested in joining a Next Chapter cohort? Attend an Information Session to learn more about the program.
- Tuesday, October 29th, 2024 10:00am - 11:00am (via Zoom)
- Wednesday, October 30th, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm (via Zoom)
Sign up on OR contact the to RSVP and receive the Zoom link.
Application
Application
The Fall 2024 cohort is now full.
We are currently accepting applications for Winter 2025.
Schedule
Schedule
Fall 2024 Cohort Dates
Session 1 - September 7, 2024
Session 2 - September 28, 2024
Session 3 - October 19, 2024
Session 4 - November 16, 2024
Session 5 - December 7, 2024
Retreat - January 10-11, 2025
Session 6 - February 1, 2025
Winter 2025 Cohort Dates
Session 1 - January 18, 2025
Session 2 - February 8, 2025
Session 3 - March 1, 2025
Session 4 - March 29, 2025
Session 5 - April 26, 2025
Retreat - May 16 -17, 2025
Session 6 - May 31, 2025
Cost Information
Cost Information
The cost for the program is $950 which includes all program expenses, refreshments at each session and an overnight retreat with meals.