Service in the City returns for winter 2026. UDM students students can earn 10-plus service hours program and participate in formation opportunities that deepen understanding of community engagement. The deadline to sign up is Jan. 26.
Apply now for University Ministry’s Spring Break Service Immersion Trip to Montgomery, Ala., March 7–13! Learn about the rich history of the area and current-day civil rights issues. Deadline to apply: Jan. 21. All students welcome!
Apply now for University Ministry’s Spring Break Service Immersion Trip to the Appalachian Mountains, March 7–13. Experience community, service and sustainability while staying at Narrow Ridge Earth Literacy Center in in Washburn, Tenn. Deadline to apply is Jan. 21. All students are welcome.
Join University Ministry in the Holy Spirit Chapel, located in the Lower Level of the Student Union, on Monday, Dec. 8 at 1 p.m. to pray the Rosary for Pope Leo XIV’s monthly intention in December: That Christians living in areas of war or conflict, especially the Middle East, might be seeds of peace, reconciliation and hope.
Join University Ministry for a day of study, self-care and home-cooked meals at the Maxis Spirituality Center in Riverview. Transportation and food provided. Space is limited so please register by Dec. 3 to secure your spot.
Join University Ministry in the Holy Spirit Chapel, located in the Lower Level of the Student Union, on Thursday, Nov. 20, at 1:30 p.m. to pray the Rosary for Pope Leo XIV’s monthly intention in November: prevention of suicide.
Student volunteers are needed to help distribute turkeys and other essential food items to Detroit families on Saturday, Nov. 22. Make a difference this Thanksgiving while strengthening bonds with our Detroit community.
Every time you shop at Kroger, you can help send a student on an immersion trip. Kroger donates to the service immersion fund every time you shop, making trips more affordable for students.
University Ministry will host a coat rack for the community to donate or take a coat during the entire month of October.
University Ministry is offering a service immersion trip to the Applachian Mountains of Washburn, Tenn., during spring break (March 7-13) for all UDM students. Applications are due by Jan. 21.
University Ministry is offering a Service Immersion trip to Montgomery, Alabama, during spring break (March 7-13) for all UDM students. Applications are due by Jan. 21.
University Ministry is offering an 8-week retreat for the Detroit Mercy community where participants will engage in spiritual exercises as a lived experience within daily life–no retreat houses necessary. Weekly gatherings will include time for prayer, discussion and shared fellowship over food.
‘What’s the Tea with Ministry’ kicks off season 5 with a conversation with Fr. Charles Oduke about the University’s new core values.
Celebrate Mercy Day and enjoy traditional drinks and treats from six countries while exploring the University’s newly defined core values on Wednesday, Sept. 24, at the Intercultural Tea Party. Visit all five themed tables to earn a special prize.
Founder’s Week celebrates both Catherine McAuley and St. Ignatius of Loyola with a number of special events beginning Friday, Sept. 19, and running through Sunday, Sept. 28.
Director of University Ministry Anita Klueg is one of a select group of women chosen nationwide to participate in the inaugural cohort of PROCLAIM, a two-year …
Qamar Elia ’26 reflects on her experience at the border on a University Ministry immersion trip to El Paso in 2024.
Kamilla Kesto, ’23, ’25, wrote a powerful theological reflection on her recent spring break trip with University Ministry in Joppa Mountain, Tenn.
TENN deliveries will continue throughout the summer, and volunteers are needed to help make sure our neighbors receive fresh produce. Please consider signing up for Wednesday and/or Friday deliveries.
Read the new blog recently launched by University Ministry where students reflect on service immersion experiences, which are a key part of the transformative Mercy and Jesuit education at UDM. In the first blog, Tevon Conrad reflects on his spring break trip to Montgomery, Ala., a historic hub for both slavery and the Civil Rights Movement.
Nine Detroit Mercy undergrad, graduate and law school students attended the Detroit Catholic Campus Ministry Mass and cook-out with the new Archbishop Weisenburger this past Sunday, April 27.
Students, please join a group from Detroit Mercy, alongside college students from other universities, for a special evening in Detroit on Saturday, April 27. The event will include Mass and dinner with the new Archbishop of Detroit Edward Weisenburger.
Adjunct Senior Instructor of Performing Arts and University Minister Dan Greig was chosen to conduct the Regional Honors Choir of the Michigan Music Education Association …
Please join University Ministry for a special edition of M.U.G. Hour (Mingle. Unwind. Gather) on Wednesday, April 9 at 3 p.m. outside the University Ministry Office in the Student Union. All are welcome!
Students, take this chance to get off campus and study in a quiet and relaxing space with built-in optional study breaks that provide self-care and spiritual care. Transportation to and from the retreat is provided as well as food.
All are welcome to join University Ministry and the African American Studies Program for a Faith and Freedom Tour in the D event on April 6! This day includes a trip to Second Baptist Church for Sunday service, a tour of the worship space and history of their involvement with the Underground Railroad and lunch in the city.
All are welcome to join University Ministry for a powerful discussion on immigration law on Wednesday, March 26, and learn about the challenges, uncover the facts and explore ways to create an impartial process.
University Ministry and the Gesu Detroit Peace and Justice Committee is holding a fundraiser on April 4 to benefit the San Mateo Haitian Refugee Outreach Ministry in Puerto Rico, where they will present the short film ‘American Prophet’ in the Loranger Architecture Building Exhibition Space. All are welcome.
All are welcome to join us in commemorating the Stations of the Cross on Wednesdays during the Lenten Season.
Wednesday, March 5 is Ash Wednesday, the first day of the Roman Catholic Church’s celebration of Lent. The University is offering Mass and distribution of ashes at noon in the McNichols Campus’ St. Ignatius Chapel.
In the latest feature of “A Year in Radical Hospitality,” Lori Glenn shares a personal tribute to Sr, Judy Mouch, a beloved member of our university who exemplified radical hospitality.
Read the latest feature in the Mission Effectiveness series ‘A Year in Radical Hospitality,’ where Sr. Sarah explains how one of God’s smaller creatures recognizes the sacred in everyone he meets.
Join University Ministry and the African American Studies Program for a Faith in the D event on Feb. 16 where you will attend a Baptist Mass, learn about the Underground Railroad and have lunch in the city!
Celebrate our religious diversity at an interfaith dinner for all set for Wednesday, Feb. 5 at 5:30 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom. Free food will be available for all in attendance and will feature halal, Kosher and vegetarian options.
February is Black History Month, and the University of Detroit Mercy will celebrate with a series of enlightening events across all campuses.
Help Detroit Mercy’s Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) make Valentine’s Day cards for our community partners on Monday, Feb. 3 at 11:30 a.m.
Students are encouraged to apply today for a mini mission grant of up to $200 to help fund their student org projects. Ten grants will be awarded now through Feb. 28.
Read the latest feature in the Mission Effectiveness series ‘A Year in Radical Hospitality,’ which delves into compassionate, patient-centered healthcare, in which Detroit Mercy faculty and students seek to provide care that honors the dignity of each individual and meets patients where they are.
‘What’s the Tea with Ministry’ open its fourth season during Mission week with an interview of the co-chairs of the Mission Effectiveness Team: Ashlee Barnes and Mary-Catherine Harrison!
Join us at the Beats of Unity Drum Circle on Tuesday, Jan. 28 and learn more about Detroit Mercy’s mission and identity by creating some community rhythm.
A number of activities are planned for Mission Week, Jan. 24-31, to acknowledge and teach us more about our mission and identity at Detroit Mercy.
Join us for a day of service, education, and reflection on issues of gender, race, immigration, employment and housing. All students of faith or non-faith are welcome!
Service immersion trip to Joppa Mountain, Tenn., takes place during spring break, March 1-7. UDM students of all faiths or non-faiths are invited to apply for this opportunity. Participants will engage in hands-on service in the community around Joppa Mountain, including building homes, working in food pantries and learning about the systemic issues that contribute to poverty and displacement.
All students, as well as faculty and staff, are invited to attend Mass with the Jesuit community at 5:15 p.m. every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.
Service immersion trip to Montgomery, Ala., takes place during spring break, March 1-8. UDM students of all faiths or non-faiths are invited to apply for this opportunity. Participants will engage in current-day civil rights issues around racism and voting access as well tour historical sites.
Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) was proud to take part in Gleaners Food Bank‘s annual fundraiser, highlighting the vital partnership between our organizations. TENN Program …
Fill out the survey with your feedback on the ‘What’s the Tea with Ministry’ podcast for a chance to win a $25 Visa gift card!
TENN thanks all who have contributed to making their work possible during this giving season and is always grateful for your support!
Support the TENN Garden by donating to its SeeDMoney campaign to help raise money for tools, soil and transplants. The TENN garden delivers fresh produce to our Detroit Mercy neighbors.
Students, take this chance to get off campus and study in a quiet and relaxing space with built-in optional study breaks that provide self-care and spiritual care. Transportation to and from the retreat is provided as well as food.
