By Alex Nemec, marketing communication specialist, University Relations
As the Advent season approaches, Campus Ministry and others on campus have a flurry of seasonal Masses, reflection opportunities, concerts and holiday-themed events planned for the campus and Milwaukee communities.
We hope you enjoy these opportunities to take a break, draw a relaxing breath and reflect on the upcoming holiday season.
Sunday, Nov. 27 (first day of Advent)
Mass — 6 p.m. | Church of the Gesu
Monday, Nov. 28
Blessing of the Advent wreath — 12:30 p.m. | Alumni Memorial Union rotunda, 2nd floor
Advent Taizé Prayer — 7:30 p.m. | Church of the Gesu
Friday, Dec. 2
First Friday Mass — 8:30 a.m. | St. Joan of Arc Chapel
Choral Christmas Concert, Marquette Chorus and Chamber Choir — 7 p.m. | Church of the Gesu
Sunday, Dec. 4
Holiday Concert featuring performances by the MU Jazz Bands, Marquette Chorus, Orchestra Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble — 2 p.m. | Varsity Theatre
Mass — 6 p.m. | Church of the Gesu
Two students will be receiving the sacrament of Confirmation. Following Mass, Campus Ministry is hosting “Catholicism Café: Confirmation reception” in the David Straz College of Business’ Brownlee International Atrium to welcome the students and celebrate their reception of the sacrament. Hors d’oeuvres will be served; all are welcome.
Christmas Concert, Gospel Choir — 7 p.m. | Alumni Memorial Union ballroom
Tuesday, Dec. 6
Tree lighting and caroling — 5 p.m. | St. Joan of Arc courtyard
Carols will be sung and played by the Marquette band and choir, followed by remarks from President Michael R. Lovell and the blessing of the tree. Hot chocolate and cookies will be served and the first 250 students attending will receive a free thermal mug.
Wednesday, Dec. 7
Advent Reconciliation service — 7 p.m. | Chapel of the Holy Family, AMU
Thursday, Dec. 8
Mass for the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary — 12 noon | Chapel of the Holy Family, AMU
10:00pm | St. Joan of Arc Chapel
Friday, Dec. 9
Annual Lessons and Carols concert, Liturgical Choir — 7:15 p.m. | Church of the Gesu
Monday, Dec. 12
Masses for the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe — noon and 4:30 p.m. | St. Joan of Arc Chapel
REGULAR WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Adoration
6 p.m. to 9 p.m., every Tuesday | St. Joan of Arc Chapel
1 p.m. to 4 p.m., every Wednesday | Chapel of the Holy Family, AMU
Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Mass — Noon | St. Joan of Arc Chapel
Every Tuesday and Thursday
Mass — 10 p.m. | St. Joan of Arc Chapel