Benedictine University Ministry Mission Statement

Benedictine dedicates itself to the education for the undergraduate and graduated students from diverse ethnic, racial and religious backgrounds. As an academic community committed to liberal arts and professional education distinguished and guided by its Roman Catholic tradition and Benedictine heritage — the University prepares its students for a lifetime as active, informed and responsible citizens and leaders in the world Community.

Goals of University Ministry

1. Form a Faith Community
   
   
2. Appropriate the Faith
   
   
3. Form the Christian Conscience
   
   
4. Educate for Justice
   
   
5. Facilitate Personal Development
   
   
6. Develop Leaders for the Future
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

mail University Ministry Benedictine University Krasa Center 5700 College Road Lisle, IL 60532 key contact(s) Abbot Hugh Anderson, Director Fr. Becket Franks, O.S.B., Assistant Campus Minister Fr. Robert "Bob" Sum, Pastoral Associate for Liturgy & Retreats Rev. Linda D. Owens, Pastoral Associate for Ecumenical Ministries Br. Richard Poro, Pastoral Associate for Peace & Justice e-mail handerson@ben.edu bfranks@ben.edu rsum@ben.edu lowens@ben.edu rporo@ben.edu phone (630) 829-6029 (630) 829-6028 (630) 829-6030 (630) 829-6123 (630) 829-6033 hours Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.