Faith & Spirituality

As a Catholic institution guided by the principles of Venerable Cornelia Connelly and the Society of the Holy Child Jesus, Rosemont College is dedicated to developing the faith and spiritual lives of all students during their transformative college years. All programs focus specifically on community members and their unique needs.

Programming stems from the belief that faith and spirituality should be integral to daily living. Students have opportunities to gather in small groups, engage in one on one conversations, and participate in large group events. Each of these allows students to explore their faith, ask meaningful questions, and delve into their spiritual lives.

Day Long & Evening Retreats

Campus Ministry offers peer led retreats that allow students to reflect and grow together in their faith journeys. Each retreat has a unique focus and uses a variety of methods to create a safe space for reflection. A hiking retreat is offered in the fall. Retreats are open to all students. For more information, please contact [email protected].

Weekend Retreat

This annual retreat, offered each fall, is open to all students. Look for details and registration information for this special Rosemont tradition.

Worship & Prayer

Prayer and worship are integral to the Rosemont College experience. We celebrate Mass on Sundays and typlically meet in front of Chapel of the Immaculate Conception at 11:15am. We also have a Prayer Room available in the Gertrude Kistler Memorial Library. All students are welcome.

Liturgical Ministry

Liturgical Ministry is a beautiful way to involve yourself in the Mass. If you’d like to be a reader, an altar server, or a Eucharistic Minister, contact [email protected]

Rosemont Chapel Choir

Calling all musicians and singers! Share your gift of music with the Rosemont community. All skill levels are welcome. Contact the Director of Music Ministry, Dr. Frank Klose, at [email protected].

What If I’m Not Catholic?

Rosemont College welcomes people of all faiths and no faith traditions. Campus Ministry programs are open to all members of the Rosemont community and aim to support each individual’s faith journey and spiritual needs, regardless of their faith tradition. Campus Ministry coordinates weekend retreats, justice immersion experiences, faith sharing groups, and other events, allowing students to share their beliefs with one another. Our Campus Minister is here to accompany you on your journey, no matter your faith background. In addition to our Chapel, we have a non denominational prayer room located in the Library.

Rosemont Traditions

Heritage Week

Rosemont College’s Heritage Week, held every October, focuses on the educational and spiritual heritage of the Society of the Holy Child Jesus. Events and programs celebrate this legacy and the Society’s founding days. Contact Campus Ministry at [email protected] for more information.

Interfaith Thanksgiving Prayer

Thanksgiving is a time when the Rosemont College community comes together in gratitude for the many blessings in their lives. This annual tradition occurs just before the Thanksgiving break.

Christmas Tree Lighting

This event typically takes place on the first Sunday of Advent after Mass. Students, faculty, and alumni gather for the blessing and lighting of the evergreen tree on the campus lawn.

Annual Iftar

During the holy month of Ramadan, Campus Ministry hosts an Iftar. This evening meal allows Muslim men and women to break their fast and pray together. The annual Iftar provides the Rosemont College community with an opportunity to share this meal with our Muslim students and learn more about its significance. Look for annual promotions with details and registration information for this special Rosemont tradition.

Annual Seder

A rabbi from a local synagogue presides over our Seder and explains the meaning of each part of the meal. This opportunity to experience an ancient Jewish tradition is open to the entire Rosemont community. Look for annual promotions with details and registration information for this special Rosemont tradition, which takes place in the spring semester.

Founders’ Week

Founders’ Week celebrates the Holy Child sisters who founded Rosemont College, as well as all those who followed them and contributed to the growth of Rosemont. The Awards Ceremony, which acknowledges individuals, clubs, and departments for their year long contributions, is the highlight of the week.

Junior Class Blessing

We honor junior class members as they transition to their final year on campus. We acknowledge their accomplishments and bless them as they assume new leadership positions.

Sophomore Tree Planting

The Rosemont College tradition of planting and blessing trees takes place annually on Earth Day.

Food Pantry

The Rosemont College Food Pantry provides assistance to community members experiencing food insecurity. The pantry contains non perishable food items and basic hygiene supplies. It is located in the lower level of the chapel building and is open from 6am – 9pm daily, and from 12pm – 6pm on Saturday and Sunday.

Rosemont Ravens Team Chaplain Program

This program, a collaborative effort between Campus Ministry and Rosemont’s Athletic Program, supports student athletes on and off the field. Chaplains, who are faculty and staff, attend games and practices and serve in other ways as resources for our athletes. They work to foster a mission centered community within the athletic program.

Global Synod on Synodality

Rosemont College is a proud member of Synodality in Catholic Higher Education in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia (SCHEAP), collaborating with other Catholic campus communities to respond to Pope Francis’ call for Synodality. Rosemont’s Synodal events include listening sessions, the SCHEAP Student Leadership Retreat, and cross campus gatherings with Archbishop Nelson Pérez. For more information, visit the Global Synod 2021-2024 website or contact [email protected].

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