Law School Ministries
Ministry at the College of Law seeks to facilitate student worship, service, reflection, and community.
Mass in Martha and Mary Chapel
Located on the first floor of Greenville Hall, the Chapel of Martha and Mary hosts Masses every Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. and on holy days of obligation when classes are in session.
Catholic Law Student Society
Interfaith Prayer Room
Located on the third floor of the Law Library (Room 317 P), this intimate space is open to individuals and small groups on a first come, first served basis (no reservations accepted) for prayer and meditation.
Ministers
Fr. Gregg Grovenburg, S.J., University Minister for Sacraments and Faith Formation, maintains regular office hours in the Broadway Activities Center (BAC), Room 102. Fr. Gregg also administers a food pantry from his office that is open to all members of the Loyola community.
Ms. Patricia Crowley, B.C.C., M.P.S., J.D., Volunteer Lay College of Law Chaplain, maintains regular office hours in the Broadway Activities Center (BAC), Room 102 and in the Student Organization Office.
Resident Minister Elliot Raphel, residing in the Cabra Hall first floor Resident Minister apartment, serves the residential communities of Cabra and Founders Halls through supportive outreach and availability in the context of Loyola's Catholic, Jesuit heritage. Visit his "Slice-n-Dice" pizza and games night, along with available Broadway Food Pantry resources, every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in the lobby of Cabra Hall.
Recent Events
- The Red Mass (October)
- Pack the Chap (March or April)
- Law Graduation Mass (May)
- Day of Service
Presentations
- Law School Orientation: An Introduction to Ignatian Spirituality and the Spirit of Jesuit Education.
- Faith and the Law Symposium: CLE accredited event where speakers (usually attorneys) share how they integrate their spirituality with their practice of the law.
Student Services
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Food Pantry: Offers temporary help for students who are having a financial difficulty. Non-perishable food is available for you on a short term basis for to prepare at home. Contact ghgroven@loyno.edu or go to BAC 102. Additionally, the College of Law offers access to non-perishable food items at the Law School Pantry on the third floor of the law building; email valuwisc@loyno.edu or go to the Dean’s Suite for assistance. Requests are confidential. For help with your food budget on a longer basis, please come to BAC 102, to learn about another resource that is available.
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Donated Books/Study Guides: In conjunction with the SBA, materials are available for you in LS 115 on a first come basis.
Service Opportunities
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Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive: SBA works in conjunction with the Marine Corps Reserve to serve indigent children in the local communities. Law faculty, staff, and students work together to purchase gifts for children in need to receive at Christmas.
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Donation Drives & Community Service Projects: Donation drives and community service projects, co-sponsored by various law school organizations, are held throughout the year for the benefit of many local organizations and initiatives. If you wish to sponsor a donation drive or community service project, please email the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs at valuwisc@loyno.edu.
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Race Judicata: Race Judicata is the College of Law’s annual 5K fundraising race that benefits Disability Rights Louisiana. The race is usually held each March at Audubon Park, and students can sign up to participate or volunteer during the Spring semester.