SPIRITUALITY Programs

During your time here at St. John's, we hope that whatever tradition you come from, you can grow in your spirituality and faith and learn about our Catholic and Vincentian heritage.  We offer a variety of programs throughout the year to support you in your journey.  Click the links below to learn more!

Bereavement Program (Queens & Staten Island)
Cafe de Paul (Queens)
Catholic Bible Group (Queens)
L.I.F.T. Faith Communities ~ Living in Faith Together (Queens)
L.I.G.H.T. ~ Ladies in God's Hands Together (Queens)
Insights (Staten Island)
Interfaith Events (Queens)
Liturgical Ministry (Queens & Staten Island)
Music Ministry (Queens & Staten Island)
Prayer Requests (Queens & Staten Island)
Retreats (Queens & Staten Island)
R.C.I.A. ~ Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (Queens & Staten Island)
Vincent & Louise House (Queens)


 

 

 

 

 

 Bereavement Program
Queens and Staten Island
Campus Ministry is sensitive to the pain and suffering you may experience should there be a death in your family. Once each semester we have a Mass and a luncheon for those who are grieving. Bereavement counseling is also available.
In Queens, call (718) 990-6466.
In Staten Island, call (718) 390-4475.


 

 

 

 

 

 Catholic Bible Reflection Group
Queens
Share your faith, prayer and reflections on the Catholic Bible with a group that meets each Thursday from 4-5 p.m. in St. Thomas More Church.
Contact: Sr. Patty Ann O'Brien, DC (718) 990-6466.


 

 

 

 

 

  L.I.G.H.T. (Ladies in God's Hands Together)
Queens
L.I.G.H.T. is a community of women who gather together to grow in fellowship with one another through learning about faith and deepening their own spirituality, all while having a good time! L.I.G.H.T. helps participants connect their daily lives to their faith beliefs by exploring topics that we encounter on a day-to-day basis from a Catholic-Christian perspective. Participants from all backgrounds are welcome! Join us for conversation, reflection, and community! New members are always welcome!

L.I.G.H.T. gathers every other Mondays at 8:30pm in the Church Conference Room.  Spring 2012 dates:

  • January 30th
  • February 6th & 20th
  • March 5th & 19th
  • April 16th

Hope to see you there!

Join L.I.G.H.T. on Facebook to learn about all upcoming events!

Please contact  Angela Seegel  for more information, (718) 990-2680.


 

 

 

 

 

 Insights
Staten Island
If you have ever been involved in service, this program is for you. Come talk, reflect, and pray about your volunteer projects. Meet terrific people and share your experiences.

Contact Melissa Gibilaro;(718) 390-4475.


 

 

 

 

 

 Interfaith
Queens
Campus Ministry seeks to foster the faith development of all of our students and offers opportunities to participate in interfaith services. These services seek to promote fellowship, understanding, and respect for all faiths. We invite all religious groups and students, commuter or resident, to join us for interfaith worship through song, scripture, drama, and reflection. Services are followed by a dessert social to encourage continued dialogue and community between our different faith groups. All are welcome.
Contact Trish Scalese, (718) 990-2516 for more information.

Learn more about the first ever St. John's Interfaith Week!  March 28-April 1, 2011


 

 

 

 

 

 Liturgical Ministry
Queens and Staten Island

Campus Ministry welcomes Altar Servers, Lectors, and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion to serve at Campus Masses. There is a training program and Commissioning Mass each fall. There is also on-going formation through an Evening of Recollection to keep up-dated on newest developments in Church Ministry.
In Queens, call (718) 990-6466.
In Staten Island, call (718) 390-4305.


 

 

 

 

 

  Music Ministry
Queens and Staten Island

Singers and musicians are an integral part of Campus Ministry. Become a part of our music ministry program by sharing your time and talent at our Sunday Night Community Mass, weekday Mass, and other special University celebrations.
In Queens, Bill Montvilo (718) 990-2354.
In Staten Island, James Behan (718) 390-4305


 

 

 

 

 

Prayer Requests
Queens and Staten Island

Send your special prayer intention or a campus ministry/spirituality question or concern to our email address and we will process your request. We also have an Intentions Book in which you are invited to write any intentions you have, and these are prayed for every day at Mass. 
In Queens, email Campus Ministry
In Staten Island, email Staten Island Campus Ministry


 

 

 

 

 

Rite of Christian Initiation For Adults (R.C.I.A.)
Catholic Sacraments Prep
Queens and Staten Island
The R.C.I.A. process is available for those students who are thinking of becoming Catholic and for Catholics who wish to receive First Communion or Confirmation. RCIA begins in the beginning of the Fall Semester and meets weekly on Tuesdays during the Common Hour in the Church both semesters. Participants MUST start the program together in the early fall semester.
In Queens, call (718) 990-2125 or e-mail Trish Scalese.
In Staten Island, call (718) 390-4305.