Mass or Eucharist, lies at the heart of who we are and what we believe as Catholic Christians; it is the “source and summit of our faith," and the font from which all our actions flow (Lumen Gentium 11).
As a Catholic institution, Loyola offers weekly opportunities for the campus community to participate in the sacrament of the Mass, as well as opportunities to serve at Mass. In the celebration of the Mass, the Loyola faith community gathers around the table of God’s Word and Sacrament, eager to hear the Gospel come alive and to remember God’s saving deeds through bread broken, and wine poured out. Empowered by our celebration of Eucharist, we respond to this baptismal call by going forth in service to proclaim by our word and action the Good News.
Academic Year Mass Schedule
| DAY OF THE WEEK | tIME | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| Monday - Friday |
12:1O PM Sacrament of Reconciliation: |
Alumni Memorial Chapel |
| Tuesday - Friday | 5:15 PM | Ignatius House Chapel |
| Wednesday | 8:00 PM | Alumni Memorial Chapel |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM | Ignatius House Chapel |
| Sunday |
11:00 AM |
Alumni Memorial Chapel |
Daily Mass Presider Schedule - Fall 2026
| Weekday | Presider |
|---|---|
| Mondays | Brown/Rickle |
| Tuesdays | Spahn/Rossi |
| Wednesdays | Roach/Conley |
| Thursdays | Borges/Nguyen |
| Fridays | McGowan/Pesci |
Sunday Mass Presider Schedule - Fall 2026
| date | 11am/ALUMNI | 5PM/ALUMNI |
|---|---|---|
|
August 23 Pre-Fall Mass |
No 11am Mass | Brown |
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August 30 Fall Welcome Weekend |
No 11am Mass | Spahn |
| September 6 Ordinary Time 23 |
Spahn | Roach |
| September 13 Ordinary Time 24 |
12 PM Mass of the Holy Spirit: Celebrant: Spahn / Homilist: Brown |
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September 20 |
Conley |
Rossi |
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September 27
|
Rickle |
Borges |
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October 3 Family Weekend |
4:30 PM: Rickle |
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October 4 Family Weekend |
Spahn |
Rossi |
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October 11 Ordinary Time 28 |
Kelly |
Spahn |
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October 18 Ordinary Time 29 Mid-semester Holiday |
No 11am Mass |
McGowan |
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October 25 Ordinary Time 30 |
Nguyen |
Brown |
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November 1 Solemnity of All Saints |
Pesci |
Nguyen |
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November 8 Ordinary Time 32 |
McGowan |
Brown |
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November 15 Ordinary Time 33 |
Kelly |
Roach |
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November 22 Christ the King Classes Held Virtually |
No 11am Mass |
Nguyen |
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November 29 Advent I Thanksgiving Holiday |
No 11am Mass |
Borges |
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December 6 Advent II |
Pesci |
Spahn |
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December 13 Advent III End of Exams |
Conley |
No 5pm Mass |
Serve at Mass
The Ignatian mandate of “being women and men for others” begins on the Lord’s Day within the Eucharistic Community; in diakonia (service). Students are welcomed and encouraged to use their particular talents and gifts in service of the Catholic faith community; as ministers of hospitality, word, Communion, and music. Formation and reflection sessions are held each semester for those who wish to serve for the first time – and for students who have had previous experience in liturgical ministry. A member of the professional staff coordinates each liturgical ministry. That person works closely with students to set a prayerful tone for their liturgical roles. Members of each liturgical ministry are also encouraged to move beyond the Chapel walls to the wider community in direct service to the disadvantaged and marginalized.
If you were not able to attend our training for Ministers of Hospitality, Communion or Lectors, you can schedule an individual training session. For more information, contact litmin@loyola.edu.
Ministers of Hospitality
Want to be a host/hostess at Alumni Chapel? Are you a welcoming presence? Become a minister of hospitality by welcoming individuals into Alumni Chapel at weekend mass. Yours is the first face of “Christ” to greet God’s people at the Chapel doors. Greeters arrive at Sunday services early to welcome our faith community and the many visitors who join us each week.
Ministers of the Word
Do you think of yourself as a good “story-teller?" Lectors are charged with the task of telling our family story; the story of salvation. This is the ministry of the Lord’s voice calling out in the midst of God’s people. We invite you to consider proclaiming the Word of God at Sunday Eucharist.
Ministers of Communion
Do you see Christ in others? Do you feel called to welcome the least among us? Extraordinary ministers of the Eucharist are charged with the work of ministering Christ’s body and blood to the Body of Christ – the Church. Eucharistic Ministers serve approximately once every 2-3 weeks. No prior experience is needed, we will be happy to train you!
Sing at Mass
Music Ministry plays a critical role in liturgical celebrations. Music aids the prayer of the community and helps make our worship truly life-giving. A variety of musicians are needed each year to minister at Sunday Eucharist and various special campus celebrations. Loyola’s Music Ministry enjoys national recognition for its musical artistry, leadership development, and faith formation. The Loyola Chapel Choir rehearses every Thursday evening and ministers at the 5 p.m. Eucharist each Sunday. No auditions are necessary. Internships in pastoral music are available for qualified applicants each year.
Student Internships in Pastoral Music and Liturgy
Loyola is committed to developing church leaders in the area of liturgical music and pastoral ministry. We are seeking individuals who could contribute to the Campus Ministry program, as well as develop their liturgical and music leadership skills while enrolled as undergraduate students. Individuals should be willing to share their faith journey through reflection and service. Applicants must have strong talent in either keyboard or guitar, choral/folk group directing, and/or voice. Active participation and leadership are expected in the following areas:
- Organization and administration of the music program;
- Liturgy planning, music selection;
- Chapel Choir rehearsals and one liturgy/worship service per week;
- Handbell Choir;and Chapel Choir Retreat, Lessons and Carols, Baccalaureate Mass.
This internship is a paid position. For more information, see our internships page or contact Laura McCormack, lemccormack@loyola.edu.
Cantors and Student Musicians
Singers and instrumentalists are needed to provide music for weekend liturgies. This is a ministry for those willing to commit themselves to practicing their craft-working with others to enable to song of God’s people to rise in joyful praise.
The Loyola Chapel Choir
The Chapel Choir practices weekly on Thursdays at 6:30pm in the Alumni Memorial Chapel and performs at weekly at mass on Sundays at 5pm. The Chapel Choir also performs at the annual Lessons and Carols, which takes place in December.
Founded in 1985 and composed of more than fifty voices and instrumentalists, the Loyola Chapel Choir leads sung prayer at the principal Sunday Eucharist each week during the academic year. The Choir's repertoire includes a wide variety of liturgical music including plainchant, renaissance and classical motets, spirituals, hymnody, and many compositions by popular contemporary composers of sacred music. They have produced four CD recordings: Mass Appeal: Sundays at Six (1996), An Evergreen Christmas (1998), A.M.D.G. Signature of our Song (2001), and Odyssey: Songs for the Journey (2004). In addition to their ministerial role within liturgical celebrations, the Choir engages in outreach to the local community through a number of service projects and social justice activities. Widely recognized for their contribution to leadership among young adults, the Choir has been invited to minister at many Archdiocesan celebrations for youth and young adults, including the annual Lenten Youth Pilgrimage led by Cardinal William Keeler.
In October 1995, they were one of only three choirs invited to sing for the visit of Pope John Paul II to Camden Yards in Baltimore. In December 2002, the Choir made its debut at Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall for "Gallagher Fest", a concert to benefit young people with developmental disabilities. January 2003 marked the first European tour with an eight-day pilgrimage to Rome and Assisi. Highlights included singing for two Masses in St. Peter's Basilica, including the Papal Mass on the Feast of the Epiphany. In February 2003, the Choir debuted in concert at the East Coast Conference for Religious Education. In April 2004, the Choir presented their first stages musical: "Feast of Life" by Marty Haugen. The Chapel Choir was awarded the Rev. Timothy Brown, S.J. Club of the Year Award in April 2005 for its service to the University and community. We were honored to lead the Baltimore Archiocesan Youth Celebration of the gala Re-Illumination of the Basilica of the Assumption, America’s First Cathedral, in November 2006.
If you are interested in joining, please contact Laura McCormack, lemccormack@loyola.edu.
Eucharistic Adoration
Eucharistic Adoration is great way to end a busy week in the peace and silence of the chapel. On the first Mondays of every month, the Eucharist, the body of Christ, will be exposed from 8 - 9 PM. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to spend some quiet time with God. Come and go as you like - stay for some or all of this holy hour.