Campus ministry is a key part of a church’s evangelizing mission. According to Newman Ministry statistics, over 80% of students stop practicing their faith in college. The problem is many students struggle to find friends that share their faith. It can be overwhelming to arrive at a new campus with no friends.
When a person encounters a welcoming, Christ-centered community, the experience stands out and can be life-changing. Vibrant campus ministries create an atmosphere where students can experience a sense of belonging and work within this community to become more comfortably connected to God. The goal is to encourage students to come together and build friendships with people of varying backgrounds and interests, so their faith thrives in college and beyond.
Below is a list of campus ministry centers located in the Diocese of Belleville.
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Newman Center, 715 S. Washington St. Carbondale, IL 62901
https://siucnewman.org
https://www.facebook.com/siucnewman/
Weekly activities include Monday Game Night, Bible Study, Thursday Night Dinner, Mass and much more.
For more information contact Tim Taylor This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (618) 529-3311
Southwestern Illinois College ,Belleville
Newman Catholic Campus Ministry, 2500 Carlyle Ave. Belleville, IL 62220 For more information contact Winnie Kenney This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (618) 222-5430
McKendree University, Lebanon
Joseph House (a shared ministry between St. Joseph, Lebanon and Corpus Christi, Shiloh)
901 N. Alton St. Lebanon, IL 62254
https://www.mckendree.edu/student-life/involvement/campus-ministries/roman-catholic-ministries.php
Welcomes McKendree students every Monday evening 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the rectory during Fall & Spring semesters for dinner and fellowship as well as quiet study areas provided. For more information contact Deb Kuth This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (618) 537-2575
