As a Catholic school, we recognize the Eucharist as the “source and summit/fount, and apex of our faith” (Lumen Gentium, “Light of the Nations,” a major document of the Second Vatican Council on the Church). Join the Rockhurst University community at the Table of the Lord. All are Welcome!
Mass Schedule (While Classes Are In Session During Fall & Spring Semesters)
On-Campus Masses
- For the on-campus Mass schedule, visit Campus Ministry.
St. Francis Xavier Parish Masses
- Saturday Vigil Mass: 4 p.m. at St. Francis Xavier Church
- Sundays: 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Church
- Wednesdays: 7:30 a.m. in the St. Francis Xavier Chapel (enter from the parking lot)
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. (Matthew 11:28).
Receive the forgiveness of Christ and experience the lightness of spirit that follows, in this powerful Sacrament of God’s love, offered each Sunday (during fall and spring semesters) in the new Mabee Chapel reconciliation room. For current Reconciliation times, visit Campus Ministry. Reconciliation is also available during the week by appointment.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
The Blessed Sacrament resides in the tabernacle in Massman Hall's Mabee Chapel, which students can access for prayer 24 hours a day with their RU ID.
Offer praise and grow in faith at ABC! Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Benediction, and Confession highlight this come-and-go-as-you-please weekly opportunity on Tuesday evenings in Mabee Chapel at the Alvin Brooks Center for Faith Justice. For current ABC times, visit Campus Ministry.
Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA)
This process, available in partnership with Saint Francis Xavier Parish, prepares the participant for Baptism into the Catholic faith, the profession of the Catholic faith, and/or the Sacrament of Confirmation. Contact the University Chaplain, Fr. Jason Lalonde, S.J., and fill out this form if you are interested in becoming Catholic.
Liturgical Ministry
Except for the presider, students fill all liturgical ministries at our Masses; your leadership, goodness, and talents are needed.
Altar Server (Practicing Catholics): Assist the presider in this valued and vital position by attending to details and ensuring the Mass progresses seamlessly and prayerfully.
Lector (Practicing Catholics): Proclaim the Scriptures, reading stories of God’s love to God’s people.
Eucharistic Minister (Confirmed, Practicing Catholics): Assist with Communion as servant, host, and helper. Communion is a major sign of the inclusive hospitality of Christ, who calls all of us to the Table and who unifies us through his very presence in the Body and Blood.
Cantor/Vocalist: Sing a new song unto the Lord! Contact Hyunki Yoon at 816-501-4869 if you are interested in sharing your talent as a cantor.
Instrumentalist:Praise the LORD with the harp; make music to God on the ten-stringed lyre. (Psalm 33:2). OK, so you play neither the harp nor the lyre. No problem! Flute, brass, guitar, strings, and percussion talent add life to liturgy! Contact Hyunki Yoon at 816-501-4869 if you wish to step forward.
Mass Hospitality
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Mass Hospitality offers student organizations a chance to support and build our Eucharistic community by serving as greeters, ushers, and gift-bearers, as well as hosting the post-Mass social (think doughnuts or homemade treats!). Students of any faith tradition may fill these roles; all Rockhurst students are welcome and encouraged to participate.