Faith | University of Notre Dame Faith Guided by faith , grounded by reason Notre Dame’s Catholic character informs all it does. At Notre Dame, we believe there is a deep harmony between faith and reason. Our faith inspires our use of reason, and our reason sharpens our understanding of faith. Together, they both serve the search for truth. Notre Dame’s Catholic character informs all it does. Our faith serves as a bridge—to understanding, connection, and hope. The mind will not be educated at the expense of the heart. Blessed Basil Moreau Founder of the Congregation of Holy Cross Cultivating the Heart At Notre Dame, you will find many opportunities to explore your faith. Campus Ministry 75+ priests serving as hall rectors, professors, and administrators 32 residence hall chapels 30 religious retreats offered annually through Campus Ministry 200+ masses celebrated weekly on campus All Faiths Welcome As a Catholic university, we welcome people of all faiths and of no faith. We celebrate each person for their distinctive gifts and invaluable contributions to our community. Faith in Action From its founding, Notre Dame has prepared leaders to be a great force for good at home and around the world. 80% of Notre Dame students participate in service or service learning before they graduate 5% of each graduating class spends a year or more in volunteer service 800+ Notre Dame graduates have served in the Peace Corps Notre Dame represents much that is best and most generous in the American tradition. Kofi Annan Former UN Secretary-General An Institutional Identity Notre Dame's Catholic identity is not confined to a single campus department. The University’s Catholic mission is in action across campus. Offices and Initiatives Centers and Institutes Congregation of Holy Cross Light/Dark