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Ministry for Today Summit

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The Ministry for Today Summit provides continuing education opportunities for alumni while also serving as the all-class reunion. It is a wonderful opportunity to return to Collegeville, reminisce with classmates, pray together, celebrate awards, and hear more about the current climate surrounding ministry for the church.

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NEW THIS YEAR!

Friday Retreat: Benedictine Practices for Resilience in Ministry

We are excited to provide an expanded 2-day experience for our alumni. This new Friday Retreat Day, alongside our full Saturday Summit, creates more space for reflection, connection, and renewal. This Alumni Retreat – Benedictine Practices for Resilience in Ministry – will be led by Fr. John Klassen, OSB, ’77 former Abbot of Saint John’s Abbey.

Summit Explorers! Childcare with Programming

Brand-new FREE program for children ages 3 – 12 available Friday, July 31 and Saturday, August 1. This special program blends Benedictine values with fun activities, creative crafts, prayer, and time in nature. This is more than childcare – it’s their own retreat adventure!

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Congratulations Patty!

Ezekiel: Prophet of Hope Award Recipient

Join us on Saturday, August 1 at the All-Class Dinner and Program to honor Patty as she receives this year’s Alumni Award!

You can honor Patty by making a gift that will be matched 2:1, multiplying the impact of your support! The Patty Weishaar Scholarship is a fund that she, along with many friends, has faithfully supported over the years.

Also, share a recipe for the Alumni Cookbook! All cookbook proceeds will go to her scholarship.

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Support Patty’s Scholarship

Sport new SOT/Sem gear at the Summit!

School of Theology and Seminary now at the CSB+SJU Spirit Shop

We are excited to have our own section of SOT/Sem ‘SWAG’ at the CSB+SJU Spirit Shop located on Saint John’s Campus in the lower level of Sexton Hall. You can see new gear in person or you can visit the Spirit Shop website to check-out the new apparel, drinkware, and decals. Show off your SOT/Sem pride at the Summit!

SOT/Sem @ CSB+SJU Spirit Shop
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A thoughtful balance of structured and social opportunities to reconnect with friends and meet new people.”

– Nancy Weldon ’21

Questions?

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Theresa Reichert

Alumni Relations and Events Coordinator

320-363-2234

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