Catholic Identity
USD expresses its Catholic identity by witnessing and probing the Christian message as proclaimed by the Roman Catholic Church.
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Diversity and Inclusion
All are welcome at USD, regardless of faith background. One major expression of this commitment is the annual All Faith Service.
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University Ministry
University Ministry enthusiastically seeks to provide all students a place to belong, believe and become.
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Center for Christian Spirituality
The Center for Christian Spirituality seeks to serve the spiritual development of the San Diego community at large.
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Founders Chapel
Founders Chapel is the University of San Diego's main chapel.
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Mission and Ministry
About Mission and Ministry
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Office of Mission and Ministry continues to serve the university community. Please visit our Resources page for a comprehensive list of offerings for remaining connected and engaging faith and spirituality.
The division of Mission and Ministry communicates the mission and core values of the university to all members of the USD community.
As a Catholic university, the University of San Diego draws from the wisdom of its Catholic tradition and provides means for its members to grow in their understanding and expression of the Catholic faith. It also welcomes persons of other faith traditions and those who hold no tradition. Being a Catholic university, it welcomes diversity and ecumenism and is pluralistic and inclusive.
By communicating its heritage, mission and core values and providing a comprehensive ministry program, Mission and Ministry seeks to create a community in which intellectual and spiritual growth complement one another. Reason, a human gift, is regarded as compatible with faith—both seeking the truth.
Founders Chapel Mass Schedule
Daily Mass
Services suspended until further notice due to COVID-19
Sunday Mass
Services suspended until further notice due to COVID-19
Mass for Peace
Services suspended until further notice due to COVID-19
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Bishop McElroy: Speaks on Conscience, Candidates and Discipleship in Voting
// February 7, 2020
The Bishop of San Diego, Robert W. McElroy, spoke on the University of San Diego campus Thursday afternoon. His topic? “Conscience, Ca…
From the Top: Sister Carolyn Osiek, RSCJ, ThD, Board of Trustees
// January 29, 2020
Sister Carolyn Osiek, RSCJ, ThD, is a member of USD’s Board of Trustees and she’s honored to serve the University of San Diego c…
Torero Tidbits: Nonprofit Institute's Governance Symposium; Spring Semester Highlights
// January 22, 2020
Nonprofit Governance Symposium Jan. 23-24 The Nonprofit Institute in the School of Leadership and Education Sciences will host its 16th ann…
