Protestant Student Resources
Notre Dame:
A Home For ALL Christians
Protestant Student Resources at Notre Dame
There’s no doubt that Notre Dame is a university steeped in Catholic Christian faith and tradition. However, Notre Dame is also home to a broad range of evangelical and mainline Protestant Christians who are active in their faith and grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ while at Notre Dame.
Nearly all Campus Ministry programs are open to students of all Christian denominations. In particular, Campus Ministry offers Iron Sharpens Iron, an interdenominational ministry that includes praise & worship, student reflections, and small prayer groups. Campus Ministry also offers Bible studies, prayer and faith-sharing groups, spiritual direction / counseling, and information on off-campus worship communities in the area.
Catholicism 101: Life at a Catholic University
While at ND, many Protestant students on our campus find their spiritual home in our Residence Hall chapels or at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, where they worship with the same community with which they study, work, and play. However, for some, attending a Catholic Mass or even walking into a Catholic church can be a source of anxiety and confusion. For those of you who might have questions about Catholicism and want information on how you can participate in Catholic services even as a Protestant, we offer the Catholicism 101 sessions. Come and ask pertinent questions and learn about the Catholic faith in a non-threatening, no-pressure-to-convert environment. Topics include “Mass Confusion: A Walk through the Catholic Mass” and “Goin’ to the Chapel: A Tour of the Basilica from a Protestant Perspective.”
FAQ
I’m a Protestant student, but I normally attend Mass in my hall or at the Basilica. Can I receive Communion in the Catholic Church?
This is always a tough question, and it makes most Campus Ministers uneasy… how do we balance our desire to be welcoming and pastoral to anyone who comes to Mass (regardless of denomination) with the necessity to hold fast to Catholic Church teaching regarding the Eucharist and intercommunion among Christians? On this note, I’ll try to give an explanation of both sides, and end with a suggestion. More…
For more information, please contact Brett Perkins at 574.631.3250 or bperkin2@nd.edu
