Division of Mission and Ministry

Mission Week

Mission Week is a new annual tradition celebrating Xavier’s Jesuit Catholic identity through a week of engaging events, reflections, and campus gatherings. This year’s theme, “United in Faith and Community,” aligns with Catholic Schools Week, highlighting the shared values that unite us across departments, disciplines, and backgrounds. Each day, there are opportunities to connect, learn, and celebrate what makes Xavier’s mission so meaningful. Let’s come together to honor our heritage, deepen our commitment, and build a stronger Xavier community—united in faith. 

SUNDAY, JANUARY 25

  • Student Masses at Bellarmine Chapel | 4 p.m. and 10 p.m.

MONDAY, JANUARY 26

  • Art Exhibitions in McDonald Library and Gallagher Student Center | displayed throughout the week

    • Vidit Mirabilia Magna: A series of work by Molly Jachim, '26 in the McDonald Library Gallery | Jan. 26 - Feb. 27
      Work statement: A key identity of being a Xavier Student is our Jesuit values and living out this message. This body of work is directly inspired by Vidit Mirabilia Magna, which translates to “He has seen great wonders”, seen on the University seal. God has created wondrous things, and I truly believe some of the most beautiful things can be found in churches. Without Xavier University, I would not have visited these wondrous places.

    • Student Art Show with St. Peter Faber Academy in the Gallagher Student Center, Third Floor Gallery

TUESDAY, JANUARY 27

  • Event cancelled due to inclement weather - planned to be rescheduled later in the semester
    • Let's Talk Jesuit Heritage at Iggy's Coffee
      • This casual, drop-in experience by the fireplace at Iggy’s Coffee will allow you to hear authentic stories about St. Ignatius and the values that shape Xavier—reflection, discernment, cura personalis, and more. Come listen, learn, and connect.  Please stay tuned for a rescheduled date.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28

  • Mission Week Mass with St. Peter Faber Academy
    • Event Postponed: St. Peter Faber Academy is closed due to inclement weather.  The Mission Week Mass with St. Peter Faber Academy at Bellarmine Chapel will now occur on February 3 | 9:30 a.m.
  • Java with the Jesuits after the Mass in Bellarmine Chapel | 10:30-11 a.m.
  • The ThomasFest Annual Philosophy lecture with Matthew Dunch, S.J., assistant professor of philosophy at Loyola University Chicago, at Henretta-Murray Conference Room in the Center for Mission and Identity in Justice Hall | 5-7 p.m.
    • The talk is titled "The Riddle of Spiritual Pedagogy: Aquinas and Wittgenstein on Mystery" 

THURSDAY, JANUARY 29

  • Jesuit Education Panel Talk with Eric Sundrup, S.J., Vice President for Mission and Ministry, Sam Sawyer, S.J., editor in chief of America Media, and Ashley McKinless, co-host of Jesuitical Podcast, in the Clocktower Lounge, Gallagher Student Center | 3 p.m.
  • Lecture by Dr. Kenneth Parker on St. John Henry Newman (sponsored by the Catholicism and Culture minor) in the Kennedy Auditorium, Conaton Learning Commons | 7 p.m.
    • The talk is titled "Who is Saint John Henry Newman? Doctor of the Church and Patron of Catholic Education"

FRIDAY, JANUARY 30

  • Celebration Breakfast at Henretta-Murray Conference Room in the Center for Mission and Identity in Justice Hall (no RSVP needed) | 8-10 a.m.
     

SUNDAY, February 1

  • Open House at St. Peter Faber Academy | 12-2:00 p.m.

 

* Look for treats throughout the week to celebrate our mission at these locations: Albers, Hailstones, Smith, Cohen, HUB, Bellarmine Chapel, and Gallagher Student Center.

 

Throughout Mission Week, we invite you to reflect on your relationship with Xavier University. To do this, join us in meditation and prayer with this Daily Examen. The Examen of St. Ignatius Loyola is a peaceful, reflective prayer with introspective prompts that looks to detect God's presence in our life and discern God's path forward for us.