Tag: Campus Ministry

The Gifts We Thought We Didn’t Need

Beth Knobbe

Last night, we celebrated my final farewell at the Sheil Catholic Center.  There have been many opportunities to say good-bye to people one-on-one, but it was important to see students in this "official" capacity one last time. Thanks to everyone who joined us, for your kind words, and making the night special!  These were my remarks.… Continue reading The Gifts We Thought We Didn’t Need

Some Definite Service

Beth Knobbe

I am still clearing out emails.  I have to admit, back in June, the task of responding to email was too overwhelming for me.  After ten years on campus, there were countless relationships with colleagues, alumni, students, and community members – many of whom I intend to stay connected with in one form or another.  My… Continue reading Some Definite Service

Chocolate Chip Spirituality

Beth Knobbe

It is a good thing that I did not give up cookies for Lent! Last week was Reading Week at Northwestern University, and the Student Advisory Board at the Sheil Catholic Center enthusiastically hosts “study days”, where we dole out an extra dose of Sheil hospitality.  Our volunteers conjure up inordinate amounts of snack food… Continue reading Chocolate Chip Spirituality

Young Women Making a Difference

Beth Knobbe

This week, the National Catholic Reporter recognized 12 young women making a difference in the Church.  I am honored to be counted among this group!  As I watched the news spread via Facebook, I was incredibly grateful for the accolades and curious about some of the criticisms of the article. I was challenged in a… Continue reading Young Women Making a Difference