Alvernia University

“Weekday Holy Masses Monday and Friday, 8:00 AM, Sacred Heart Chapel (Motherhouse) Wednesday, Noon, Sacred Heart Chapel (Motherhouse) Tuesday and Thursday, 11:15 AM, St. Joseph Villa”

“our campus map will help you navigate each destination with confidence. Motherhouse (1906) - Renovated 2006 Sacred Heart Chapel McGlinnn Conference Center (2006) Administration Congregational Offices Francis Hall – Alvernia University (former St. Francis Home 1925) Alvernia University (1958) St. Joseph Villa (1967) - Sisters’ Retirement Home”

“Sunday Holy Masses 7:00 PM, Holy Savior Chapel (Veronica Hall) Sept. 20 Sept. 27* Oct. 4 Oct. 25* Nov. 8 Nov. 15 Nov. 29* Dec. 6”

“Worship: Every Sunday evening we offer students, faculty, and staff the opportunity to celebrate Mass as a community in Holy Savior Chapel, Veronica Hall.”

“Rosary: Tuesdays, 11:30 AM, Francis Hall Chapel Scripture Reflection: Fridays, 9:40 AM, John R. Post Center Adoration: Wednesdays, 7:00 PM, Holy Savior Chapel (Veronica Hall)”

“Fr. Eric Tolentino Catholic Chaplain Mission and Ministry”

“Campus Ministry offers a rich liturgical life for all our students, who are encouraged to participate in Mass on Sunday and during the week. They are also encouraged to worship and pray at one of the chapels available on campus.”

“Enduring Questions contribute to the foundation for the Alvernia General Education SEARCH program at Alvernia.”

“SEARCH Seminar (SRH 101), Foundations of Theology (THE 105), Introduction to Philosophy (PHI 105), and Composition and Research (COM 101) immerse students in a learning community”

“SEARCH Seminar (SRH 101), Foundations of Theology (THE 105), Introduction to Philosophy (PHI 105), and Composition and Research (COM 101) immerse students in a learning community”

“Theology courses ask these questions with attention to the universally human and particular focus on the Judeo-Christian tradition. A major in theology prepares students for further work in academe or seminary”

“Enduring Questions contribute to the foundation for the Alvernia General Education SEARCH program at Alvernia.”

“SEARCH Seminar (SRH 101), Foundations of Theology (THE 105), Introduction to Philosophy (PHI 105), and Composition and Research (COM 101) immerse students in a learning community”

“SEARCH, Alvernia University's distinctive general education program, emphasizes an integrative approach to knowledge and skill development rooted in the Catholic and liberal arts traditions.”

“Theology courses ask these questions with attention to the universally human and particular focus on the Judeo-Christian tradition. A major in theology prepares students for further work in academe or seminary”

“Fr. Eric Tolentino Catholic Chaplain Mission and Ministry”

“Marietta Andrzejewska OSF Campus Minister Mission and Ministry Marietta.Andrzejewska@alvernia.edu”

“Marie Cacciatore OSF Campus Ministry Athletic and Mission Integration Mission and Ministry Marie.Cacciatore@alvernia.edu”

“Rosemary Stets OSF Mission and Ministry Mission and Ministry rosemary.stets@alvernia.edu”

“First Year Serve: This is a service retreat that is open to first-year students. During this weekend we volunteer at St. Francis Inn in Philadelphia, which provides meals to people experiencing homelessness.”

“Retreats: During our student-led retreats, students are able to take a step away from the chaos of everyday life to reflect on where they are at on their journey.”

“Busy-Person: A Busy-Person retreat is one that understands that you might not be able to take a whole day or weekend away.”

“Alvernia Catholic Fellowship The purpose of a Catholic fellowship group is to help people grow together in faith, friendship, and service, rooted in the teachings of the Catholic Church”

“Catholic Fellowship meets weekly in Bornemann Hall.”

“Rosary: Tuesdays, 11:30 AM, Francis Hall Chapel Scripture Reflection: Fridays, 9:40 AM, John R. Post Center Adoration: Wednesdays, 7:00 PM, Holy Savior Chapel (Veronica Hall)”

“Education: Through a partnership with Saint John Baptist de la Salle Parish, we offer RCIA (the Rite of Christian Initiation) to those in our university community interested in becoming fully initiated members of the Catholic Church.”

“Veronica Hall is single-sex based on wing due to sharing common bathrooms.”

“The traditional-style residence hall houses 49 first-year students in wings based on identifying gender.”

“Anthony Hall houses students of all identifying genders, but each suite contains only students of the same identifying gender.”

“Also home to the Office of Residence Life, the West Side Information Desk and the Holy Savior Chapel, the facility is named after Mother Veronica”

“Sunday Holy Masses 7:00 PM, Holy Savior Chapel (Veronica Hall) Sept. 20 Sept. 27* Oct. 4 Oct. 25* Nov. 8 Nov. 15 Nov. 29* Dec. 6”

“Rosary: Tuesdays, 11:30 AM, Francis Hall Chapel Scripture Reflection: Fridays, 9:40 AM, John R. Post Center Adoration: Wednesdays, 7:00 PM, Holy Savior Chapel (Veronica Hall)”

“The Holleran Center is located on Alvernia's main campus at Bornemann Building, 917 Bornemann Road, Reading PA 19607.”

“All Alvernia students must perform 40 hours of community service before being certified for graduation.”

“Pregnancy Policy Read Alvernia's pregnancy and related conditions policy.”

“Catholic Charities - Reading Pregnancy Support Services”

“Alvernia University Alternative Breaks organizes weekend and week-long service and immersion trips for students to inspire and empower them to lead lives dedicated to serving the underserved, promoting peace and justice and working toward the common good.”

“The Urban Challenge Program at the Romero Center in Camden, NJ is an urban service experience rooted in the Catholic faith tradition.”

“Students will assist the Bernardine Sisters with the operations of their school and experience life in the Los Tres Brazos barrio.”

“Bethlehem Farm invites volunteers to be part of their mission and home as they teach about environmental sustainability and care for creation in Alderson, WV!”

“Catholic Relief Services: Through a partnership with CRS we are able to train and foster Student Ambassadors who are passionate about Justice and Peace issues throughout the world.”

“To Be a Refugee: This event aims to educate the campus community about what life as a Refugee might look like on a daily basis.”

“Using the principles of Catholic Social Thought along with St. Francis and St. Clare’s own passion for helping those who are impoverished, Alvernia Campus Ministry seeks to be a faithful advocate for those populations whose needs often go ignored or unheard.”

“Service: We emphasize Catholic Identity through our Alternative Breaks around the United States and abroad. We also provide retreats to Alvernia students and employees throughout the year.”

“Community service has its roots deeply embedded in Alvernia's foundation and is central to the mission of our Catholic, Franciscan institution.”