Through this theme, we are called by the animating spirit of Blessed Mary Angela to serve others by being more inclusive and making room. We are called to respond to the signs of these times in our own special way and together, create a new culture that prioritizes relationships over structures, and empowers generativity.
For any questions regarding event specifics, contact missioncore@madonna.edu.
| Date | Time | Event | Location [Campus Maps] | Significance/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, October 3 | 7 p.m. | Transitus | Transfiguration Parish – Southfield, MI | Commemorating the Transitus, the passing over, of St. Francis of Assisi. |
| Monday, October 5 |
noon | St. Francis Feast Day Liturgy | MU Chapel | Mass that commemorates St. Francis’ death in 1226 and celebrates his life. |
| 4 p.m. | Pet Blessing | Cardinal Square | A blessing of pets to honor St. Francis’ care for all creation | |
| Tuesday, October 6 |
1 p.m. | Interfaith Prayer Service | St. Francis Pond | Planned by the Mission Core Team. Celebrations of various faith traditions |
| 4 p.m. | Viewing of “The Felician Sisters Story” | Rm. 2423 | ||
| Wednesday, October 7 | 1 p.m. | Pilgrimage To Felician Sponsored Ministries | Kresge Hall | A walking/driving tour of these ministries to learn about their history and understand the ways in which we all serve |
| Thursday, October 8 | 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. | Franciscan Symposium | Welcome Center Great Room |
Participants will hear from a panel and also engage RSVP's are required for the Symposium! |
| Friday, October 9 | 9 a.m. | Franciscan Day of Service | Welcome Center Great Room | Serve alongside UNV 1020 students and engage in projects that benefit the greater Detroit community. Contact psoter@madonna.edu for additional details! Screenings of “The Felician Sisters Story” will also occur at 10am, 11am, and 12pm in the Great Room during this service day. |
| Monday, October 12 | noon | Blessed Mary Angela Feast Day Liturgy | MU Chapel | Mass that commemorates Blessed Mary Angela's death in 1899 and celebrates her life |
View the schedule for Madonna University's Mission and Heritage Week 2026 as a printable flyer.
