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Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Mass of the Holy Spirit
The university community will celebrate its annual Mass of the Holy Spirit to mark the beginning of the academic year and invoke the Holy Spirit's blessing upon our work and study. All are welcome to join this festive celebration. Mass will begin at 11:30 AM in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher. Classes are canceled during this time, and all are encouraged to wear Portland Purple or something that represents your tie to the university. Ice cream will be served to all those in attendance on the academic quad following the conclusion of Mass.
Chapel of Christ the Teacher
Fall Semester Liturgy Schedule
The Chapel will observe the following schedule for the academic year: - Sunday Mass at 10:30 am and 4:15 pm (begins Aug. 31) - Daily Mass (M-F) at 12:05 pm - Confessions Tuesdays 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm and Fridays 11:30 am - 12:00 pm - Eucharistic Adoration Tuesdays 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Our Lady of Sorrows
9-Day Novena
Join Campus Ministry and the UP community in praying the 9-day novena (or collection of prayers) in preparation for the Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows. Under that title, Mary is the patroness of the Congregation of Holy Cross. The novena begins on September 7 and concludes on the feast day, September 15.
Our Catholic Identity & Mission
What You Believe and Why You Believe It
Campus Ministry at the University of Portland provides opportunities for all members of the community to grow in awareness of God’s presence and God’s invitation to communion. For Christians this includes growing in the capacity to know, believe and live out the Good News of Jesus Christ. This flows from our grounding in the Catholic tradition inspired by the charism and spirituality of the Congregation of Holy Cross.
Prayer Resources
Faith in Practice
We offer prayers from our Catholic tradition, the wider Christian tradition, and a variety of faith backgrounds and traditions present in our campus community. Visit our resource page for a variety of prayers and other information or submit your own prayer request to our community of faith—we would love to pray for and with you!
Holy Cross Homilies
YouTube Sunday Homilies
Campus Ministry invites you to virtually join our Sunday homilies from the Chapel of Christ the Teacher. New homilies are added to our YouTube channel several times a month, so check back frequently to see how our Holy Cross priests edify our community with prayerful and thoughtful insights into the Good News of Jesus Christ.
Multifaith Resources & Special Programs
Ecumenical & Multifaith Resources
Celebrating the diversity of our UP community means supporting all students in the practice of faith, following in the mission of the University to educate both the heart and mind. In addition to opportunities that embrace Catholic spiritual growth and exploration, we offer a wide variety of on and off campus resources for students from faith traditions outside the Catholic faith.
Faith Sharing Communities
Faith sharing communities at UP complement your academic journey as you explore and respond to the longings of your deepest self. In addition to making new friends, the gatherings and adventures you experience in these communities promote personal reflection, fruitful conversation, and compassion toward others. Students of all faiths, including those who do not identify with any specific religious faith, are welcome in these circles of fellowship.
Feeding the Heart, Mind, and Soul
Retreats & Pilgrimages
Campus Ministry offers a variety of opportunities for students to retreat from the busyness of school and enter into a sacred space. Experiences like retreats and pilgrimages provide unique benefits to students, allowing them to explore their identity, gifts, and vocation in unique and amazing places in our community and around the world.
