Iona University

“Blessed Edmund Rice Chapel Monday, Wednesday & Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Student Mass North Avenue Residence Hall, 6th Floor Lounge Tuesday, 5 p.m. Holy Family Church, Mayflower Ave, New Rochelle Sunday, 6 p.m.”

“He presides at the liturgy on Sunday evenings at Holy Family Church and at the daily liturgies Monday - Thursday in the Blessed Edmund Rice Chapel.”

“We also offer Catholic mass daily and invite you to join us in worship.”

“Blessed Edmund Rice Chapel Monday, Wednesday & Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Student Mass North Avenue Residence Hall, 6th Floor Lounge Tuesday, 5 p.m. Holy Family Church, Mayflower Ave, New Rochelle Sunday, 6 p.m.”

“Church of the Holy Family, 83 Clove Road, New Rochelle, NY 10801, (914) 632-0673”

“You can contact Fr. Gerard for an appointment, Sacrament of Reconciliation, or just to chat.”

“Fr. Gerard Mulvey, OFM Cap. Chaplain”

“He presides at the liturgy on Sunday evenings at Holy Family Church and at the daily liturgies Monday - Thursday in the Blessed Edmund Rice Chapel.”

“Throughout the daytime hours, members of the Iona community are welcomed in a number of spaces for quiet prayer: Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice Chapel: Next to the upper parking lot, behind East Hall.”

“All Iona University students are required to take one (1) 3-credit course each in Fine and Performing Arts, Literature, History, Philosophy and Religious Studies.”

“RST 205 | Buddhist Wisdom (DCCG-Human Diversity) | RST 206 | Spirituality | RST 207 | Vatican II and Catholic Reform (OI) | RST 208 | Ethics and Morality |”

“RST 215 | Islam: History, Belief, Practice (DCCG-Global Perspective) |”

“All Iona University students are required to take one (1) 3-credit course each in Fine and Performing Arts, Literature, History, Philosophy and Religious Studies.”

“The Iona University Core Curriculum commits to the ideals of liberal education through the provision of a common learning experience that prepares students for ethical, engaged citizenship and lifelong learning through the lenses of diversity, sustainability and a global perspective.”

“At Iona, Religious Studies is a versatile, academically challenging major that will stretch your mind, heart, and spirit.”

“Sean D'Alfonso has served as the Director of Iona’s Office of Mission & Ministry since 2022.”

“Fr. Gerard Mulvey, OFM Cap. Chaplain”

“Laura Fairchild, MDiv Associate Director of Mission & Ministry and Deputy Title IX Coordinator”

“Dana Celestino has been honored to serve as the director of the Music Ministry at Iona University since October of 2015.”

“Tameka Hastick, MS Coordinator, Mission Education Programs”

“The Office of Mission & Ministry sponsors several opportunities for students to break away from their normal routine for community, reflection, and prayer. Contact the Campus Minister, Kiera Bommer, at kbommer@iona.edu to learn more about these retreats!”

“Retreat for Busy People Date: November 2-6, 2026”

“First-Year Student Retreat Day Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026 Location: Center at Mariandale, Ossining, NY”

“Spring Retreat Weekend Date: March 5-7, 2027”

“These questions and more are discussed on-campus during the week. Sometimes, readings are themed according to the Church calendar, or by other topics raised by students. All are welcome!”

“The OCIA is an opportunity to make a spiritual journey with others and to learn what it means to be Catholic in today's society.”

“Under the guidance of Director Dana Celestino, the Music Ministry Fellowship sings each week at our Sunday evening liturgy at 6 p.m. in Holy Family Church.”

“Student Ministers serve as liaisons between the student body and the Office of Mission & Ministry. They play a vital role in programming for students, coordinating local service projects, and helping out on various departmental programs.”

“East Hall is a three-floor freshman residence hall. Each floor is gender specific and has communal bathrooms.”

“Rice Hall is a four floor building open to students of all class years. Each floor is gender-specific and has communal bathrooms.”

“Guest hours are from 8 a.m.-1 a.m. seven days a week. Residential students may only host a maximum of two (2) guests, day or night.”

“All residential students are permitted overnight guests any day of the week but may only host one overnight guest for no more than three nights in a seven-day period and five nights in a thirty-day period.”

“Blessed Edmund Rice Chapel Monday, Wednesday & Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Student Mass North Avenue Residence Hall, 6th Floor Lounge Tuesday, 5 p.m. Holy Family Church, Mayflower Ave, New Rochelle Sunday, 6 p.m.”

“is the newest residence hall on campus. North is made up of six co-ed floors with single gender suites of four residents.”

“As the Montgomery House Coordinator, Emily lives with and leads an inter-faith community comprised of 6 Student Ministers.”

“Sean’s work includes working with the Office of Mission & Ministry’s 10 student Campus Ministers; mission integration efforts with new employees of the university; working with faculty members for Iona’s Committee for Catholic Intellectual Tradition”

“Tameka Hastick, MS Coordinator, Mission Education Programs”

“The Catholic Intellectual Tradition (CIT) Series brings together faculty over lunch or dinner to extend the dialogue between faith and culture, a dialogue that is so characteristic of Catholic teaching institutions.”

“To view and sign up for the many community service opportunities offered through the Office of Mission & Ministry, please visit the Helper Helper Portal.”

“Student Ministers serve as liaisons between the student body and the Office of Mission & Ministry. They play a vital role in programming for students, coordinating local service projects, and helping out on various departmental programs.”

“Service-learning is much more than community service. These for-credit courses have three main components: academic coursework, a project with a community partner, and reflection.”

“Iona University is committed to creating a welcoming, accessible, and inclusive environment for pregnant and parenting students, as well as students experiencing pregnancy related conditions.”

“Iona in Mission provides immersion experiences, both within the U.S. and abroad, for students, staff, and faculty of Iona University.”

“Travel to the U.S.-Mexico border and learn about the realities of immigration by serving at Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley and various other centers that provide support to recent immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers.”

“Visit Nazareth Farm and learn about the economic and environmental injustice and cultural richness of Appalachia.”

“Share food, clothing and companionship with those experiencing homelessness in New York City with evening missions through Midnight Run.”

“We are inspired by the Catholic tradition and the charism of Blessed Edmund Rice as we seek to build a caring community of faith and compassion.”

“Iona in Mission provides immersion experiences, both within the U.S. and abroad, for students, staff, and faculty of Iona University.”