WHAT ARE THE SPIRITUAL QUALIFICATIONS
OF THE COLLEGE?
By far, the most important consideration for any
Catholic student entering college will be the
possibilities for living and furthering the life of
faith. Gaining three doctoral degrees is of no
use if a soul is lost in the process! So, it is vitally
important for a student to determine what the
Catholic facilities are like on the campus. A visit
to the chapel and a meeting with the chaplain is an
excellent idea. There should be few questions about
the spiritual life on campus if a Catholic college is
being considered, although even then a good look
at the services is warranted. Most secular colleges
have a Newman Center which serves the needs of
Catholic students.
Some Newman Centers are superb and can boast
of many converts among the non-Catholics at the
school. Others might be something of an after-
thought in the diocese, maybe even served by
only a part-time priest. These latter may be a bit
problematic; a full-time priest entirely dedicated to
the spiritual lives of students is of great importance.
Try to attend Mass on the campus visit and perhaps
even go to Confession; this is the best way to learn
if the campus will serve the needs of Catholics at
the college. If a college is likely to lead to spiritual
damage or neglect, that college is emphatically not a
good choice!
As with any big decision, a student should
accompany decisions about college with a great deal
of prayer. A helpful guide would be the guide to
colleges published by the Cardinal Newman Society.
The advice of a spiritual director or pastor, one’s
parents, and other reliable, trusted adults should be
given earnest consideration.
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