Welcoming those of all faiths, the Chapel is our most cherished space for sacred ritual, prayer, and reflection.
The Chapel will be open Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. when the University is open.
Mass Times
The Chapel is reopened! Mass is now celebrated in Our Lady of Victory Chapel (building #2 on the )
10:30 a.m. Sundays
- Face masks are optional.
- Communion is received via hand.
- Mass will be live-streamed for those attending virtually: .
- Our weekly is available online.
Lenten Taizé
Join the St. Kate's community as we once again offer Lenten Taizé. Take 30 minutes out of your day once a week to experience prayer, song, and contemplation by candlelight. All are welcome to participate! Stop in once or come for all of them.
March 18, 25 and April 1, 8
7 p.m.
Our Lady of Victory Chapel ().
Holy Week
April 13-20th
All services will be held both in-person and online.
In-person will be in the beautiful Our Lady of Victory Chapel () or .
Our is available online. For questions, please reach out to CSSJ at spiritandjustice@stkate.edu or by calling at 651-690-6724.
Palm Sunday
Sunday, April 13th - 10:30 a.m.
Celebrate when Jesus triumphantly entered Jerusalem days before his crucifixion. Crowds left palm fronds and clothing in his path as a sign of praise and respect which we continue this day by receiving palms at Mass.
Eucharistic Adoration and Sacrament of Reconciliation
April 15th from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
April 16th from 3 - 4 p.m.
In-person at Our Lady of Victory Chapel ().
For questions, please reach out to spiritandjustice@stkate.edu.
Holy Thursday
Thursday, April 17th - 7 p.m.
Holy Thursday calls us in many ways to “do this in remembrance” of Jesus. On this evening, we read the account of the Passover feast and John’s version of the Last Supper, where Jesus insists upon washing the feet of his disciples. In this way, we are reminded that, despite all the differences and divisions which might exist between us, as Eucharistic people we are commanded to serve one another and to remember the unity that is ours as sisters and brothers in Christ.
Good Friday: Tenebrae
Friday, April 18th - 8 p.m.
This liturgy is not a Mass, but includes two central actions that help draw us into the mystery of Christ’s passion and death. The first focus is the Liturgy of the Word, which climaxes with the Proclamation of the Passion according to John. CSSJ is excited to offer this Good Friday's service as a Tenebrae which is a service that uses the gradual extinguishing of candles and scripture readings to reflect on Christ's passion and death, culminating in darkness and silence.
Easter Vigil
Saturday, April 19th - 8 p.m.
The Great Vigil marks the capstone of Lent and the Triduum–the end of the struggle between light and darkness. This is the most important liturgy of the whole year. No other event has more significance than this celebration, as it is much more than a remembrance of the Easter story. We welcome the peace that darkness brings while celebrating the light that shines through from our Paschal Candle. That light of Christ spread throughout the candles held by the assembly while the Exsultet is sung, an ancient, haunting, and beautiful prayer of thanksgiving for the newly welcomed light and the holiness of the night.
Easter Sunday
Sunday, April 20th - 10:30 a.m.
Easter Sunday marks the Resurrection of the Lord. Christ is risen, Alleluia! He is risen indeed, Alleluia!
Inspiring. Comforting.
Architecturally stunning and structurally imposing, Our Lady of Victory Chapel is an integral part of St. . Inspired by St. Trophime at Arles in Provence, France, the Chapel has a rich history and serves as cherished space for reflection and prayer.
"She opens her doors and invites St. Kate’s students, faculty, staff and neighbors to share in the liturgy every Sunday. She opens her arms to those who wish to celebrate in ways both secular and religious — as well as to those who need to grieve, to weep and to heal."
Inspiring. Comforting
Campus Community Landmark
The Chapel serves as a touchstone for graduates who have come before and the graduates who are yet to come.
Whatever the occasion, Our Lady of Victory speaks to the heart and spirit in each of us. Among the events traditionally held in the Chapel during the academic year are the University and Chapel Choir concerts, the Antonian Honors Pinning Ceremony, faculty/staff awards ceremony, the Doctor of Physical Therapy White Coat and Pledge Ceremony, Feast of St. and many more.
In addition to Sunday Liturgy religious celebrations include prayer vigils for those in the community, Advent and Lenten Taizé. Christmas Eve Mass and Triduum (Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Vigil and Easter Sunday).
For volunteer and travel opportunities and to stay more up to date with offerings happening including the Chapel, please visit the Center for Spirituality and Social Justice.
Are you interested in exploring becoming Catholic? Contact Sr. Sharon Howell, smhowell502@stkate.edu.
A Rich History
The Chapel's richly decorated entrance provides vivid stone friezes depicting Christ, his 12 Apostles and Saint of Alexandria, the college's patron saint. Inside the church, Christ the King appears in a stained-glass panel behind the altar. Symbols of Christianity and the humanities decorate the walls in ornate tile designs throughout the Chapel. The Chapel was completed in 1924 under the direction of Sister Antonia McHugh, who helped found St. in 1905 and served as its leader for more than 30 years. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
- Dedicated on October 7, 1924, by the Most Reverend Austin Dowling, Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, on the Feast of Mary, Our Lady of Victory
- Rededication following renovation: May 1, 1958, by the Most Reverend William Brady, Archbishop of Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis
- Architect: H.A. Sullwood
- Barrel Vault Ceiling Height: 126 feet
- Newest addition: An organ dedicated in 1991 to Sister Mary Davida Wood, professor emerita of music
- Centennial Celebration following preservation: October 6, 2024, celebrated by the Most Reverend Bernard A. Hebda, Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis
Order a book about the Chapel's history:
Take a self-guided tour of the Chapel:
Celebrate the Chapel's 100th anniversary and reopening
The St. community celebrated the 100th anniversary of the dedication of Our Lady of Victory Chapel on October 6th. We continue our celebration with every event in the Chapel.
Chapel Centennial Celebrations
Information about Chapel preservation and restoration schedule
Reserve the Chapel for Your Event or Wedding
The Chapel is available for events, wedding ceremonies and receptions.