Campus Ministry - Sacred Spaces for Prayer and Reflection

Sacred Spaces for Prayer and Reflection

Prayer and contemplation are core aspects of Norbertine life. St. Norbert of Xanten placed strong emphasis on prayer, study and reflection as integral to his own process of life long conversion. Norbert’s choice of The Rule of St. Augustine as the guide for his followers reaffirms the centrality of prayer in all its forms to Christian life. The Rule encourages community members to be zealous in prayer, and mandates that an oratory be set apart as a place completely dedicated to both communal and private prayer. Furthermore, St. Augustine in his rule exhorts that when we pray, “ponder in your hearts what your lips are saying.” In the Norbertine tradition, private prayer and spiritual reading complement the Liturgy of the Hours and above all the Eucharist as the deep sources of communio.

St. Norbert College is committed to providing spaces for prayer or quiet reflection for members of the college community from any faith or spiritual perspective. You will find these spaces vary – from formal spaces conducive to group gatherings to quiet spots in which individuals can catch their breath.

Burke Hall		Campus Center
The chapel in Burke Hall is located on the 4th floor and is one of our largest residential hall chapels. >>MORE		Above the busyness of the Campus Center, the reflection lounge here is on the third floor. >>MORE
Michels Hall		Gries Hall
The Chapel of Norbertine Saints is located on the first floor of Michels Hall. >>MORE		Our newest residential hall on the corner of Third and Marsh streets has it's reflection lounge on the third floor. >>MORE

Sensenbrenner Hall		Madelaine/Lorraine Hall
The chapel in Sensenbrenner Hall is located in the lower level. >>MORE		The newly remodeled reflection lounge on the first floor on Mad/Lor is an intimate space for reflection. >>MORE

Old St. Joe's		MMM Hall
The campus parish hosts Common Prayer every Wednesday morning during the academic year. >>MORE		This large reflection lounge on the main floor of MMM overlooks the Shrine of St. Mary. >>MORE

Oratory		Mulva Library
The oratory is housed in Old St. Joe's Parish. >>MORE		The new Mulva Library houses it's fireplace reflection lounge on the third floor above the Center for Norbertine Studies. >>MORE

Shakespeare Garden		Shrine of St. Mary
The garden is centered near the north end of campus between Cofrin, Bemis, and Todd Wehr. >>MORE		The Shrine of St. Mary is located just to the east of Mary Minahan McCormick Hall (MMM). >>MORE

Rosary Walk		Labyrinth at Donald J. Schneider Stadium
Our newest prayer space, installed in 2011, is located near Old St. Joe's Church and offers an opportunity for a classic devotion in an outdoor setting.>>MORE		Enjoy some moments of quiet contemplation as you make your way to the center of the path, rest in quiet, and wind back out ready to engage your busy life again. >>MORE
Todd Wehr Hall		Bemis Conference Center
Todd Wehr Hall was recently renovated and opened in February of 2010 and incorporated into this building is the Reflection Space dedicated in the honor of St. Teresa of Avila.>>MORE		Photos of Norbertine abbeys from around the world are showcased in various buildings and rooms on campus. We invite all to explore >>MORE