St. Francis Week

During St. Francis Week, the entire Hilbert College community celebrates the life of St. Francis of Assisi by giving back to the community and coming together in unity to heal, express gratitude, and collaborate.

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

• Mass | 11 – 11:30am | St. Clare Chapel
• Keynote Speaker Dr. Beth DeAngelis | Passport Event | 3:15 – 4:15pm
  Location: Swan Auditorium
• Round Table Discussion (Passport Event) | 4:30 – 5:30pm | Paczesny Hall
  Location: Fran Hall; Donough Room

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

• Grotto & Campus Service Cleanup & Ice Cream Social (Passport Event) | 2:30 – 4:30pm
  Location: Grotto/Pond

Thursday, October 3, 2024

• Peace Walk | Passport Event | 11:00 – 11:45am
  Location: Swan AuditoriumThe Peace Walk is an on-campus pilgrimage where students visit various sacred places throughout the campus that speak to our Franciscan heritage. Students will have an opportunity to listen to a reflection regarding St. Francis’ life and legacy.
• Campus BBQ Lunch | 11:00am
  Location: Dining Hall

Friday, October 4, 2024

• Feast of St. Francis Mass | 11 – 11:30am
  Location: St. Clare Chapel
• Blessing of the Animals | Campus Community Event | 12:00 – 12:30 pm
  Location: Firepit; Rain Location: Fran AtriumEach year we honor St. Francis’ love for God’s creation by offering this event. Blessing of the animals provides all members of our campus community with an opportunity to have their pets blessed in honor of St. Francis. All are welcome to bring their pets!