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My house will be called a house of prayer for all peoples.
\n– Isaiah 56:7<\/span><\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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The following prayer spaces are available for use by members of the Â鶹ÊÓƵ\u2019s community. You may also request the use of certain spaces for communal worship. Please contact campusministry@saintpeters.edu<\/a> to reserve the room.<\/p>\n

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Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s Chapel<\/h3>\n

Â鶹ÊÓƵ\u2019s Hall, Corner of Kennedy Blvd and Glenwood Ave<\/em>
\nOnce the house chapel of the Â鶹ÊÓƵ\u2019s Jesuit Community, this sacred space now serves as the spiritual heart of campus. Here, the community gathers for Mass on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. when classes are in session. The chapel is open throughout the day for personal prayer and reflection. In its stillness and beauty, the chapel offers a place to encounter God amid the rhythms of daily life.<\/p>\n

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Manresa Prayer Space<\/h3>\n

Mac Mahon Student Center 114, Across from Campus Ministry<\/em>
\nNamed for the famous cave where Saint Ignatius spent time after his conversion, this room is designed for prayer across many diff erent religious and spiritual traditions. It has meditation cushions, prayer rugs, yoga mats, prayer beads, and sacred texts for use in the space.<\/p>\n

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Office of Campus Ministry<\/h3>\n

Mac Mahon Student Center 105<\/em>
\nA warm and welcoming space on the first floor of the student center, our office invites students, faculty, and staff to gather, catch up on work, and play a board game or two. Here, you can meet with mission staff for guidance, reflection, and support. On Wednesday mornings when classes are in session, this office hosts Hospitality, where members of the Â鶹ÊÓƵ\u2019s community can chat over free coffee and donuts.<\/p>\n

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Blessed Mother Statue<\/h3>\n

Courtyard outside of the O\u2019Toole Library<\/em>
\nNestled gracefully in the campus courtyard, this statue invites students, faculty, and visitors to pause and seek the Virgin Mary\u2019s intercession. Surrounded by open sky and daily campus life, it serves as a gentle reminder of God\u2019s presence and the call to live with faith and compassion.<\/p>\n

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Â鶹ÊÓƵ Statue<\/h3>\n

Outside Campus Gate on Kennedy Blvd.<\/em>
\nSituated near the busy street in the center of campus, this statue depicts the university\u2019s patron saint holding a fishing net. The net symbolizes Christ\u2019s invitation to Peter to become a \u201cfisher of people,\u201d drawing others into the life of faith. Made in 2004 by NJ artist, Brian Hanlon, this statue stands as a reminder of the call to share the Gospel with courage and generosity.<\/p>\n

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Saint Ignatius of Loyola Statue<\/h3>\n

Panepinto Plaza<\/em>
\nThis statue depicts a youthful Ignatius, founder of the Society of Jesus (The Jesuits), holding a book inscribed with the Jesuit motto, \u201cFor the Greater Glory of God.\u201d His approachable and casual appearance invites passersby to imagine Ignatius at the beginning of his own journey of learning, faith, and discernment. He stands as a companion and inspiration for all who seek to use their gifts in service to God and others.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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