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.
The Way of the Manger—An Advent Evening Prayer
Tuesdays during Advent (December 3, 10, and 17) - 7 p.m.
On Tuesdays during Advent join the CSSJ in this 30 minute evening prayer which includes song, Scripture readings, and prayers reflecting the trimesters of Mary's pregnancy. Composed by Carol Meier (Composer of Love Makes All Things New for the Chapel Centennial) with Meta Herrick commissioned and inspired by Shalom Hill Farm. Open to all, come once or come to all three!
Christmas Eve at the Chapel
Tuesday, December 24
4 p.m. - Carols and Lessons
4:30 p.m. - Mass
Join the Our Lady of Victory Community in celebrating Christmas Eve in the beautiful Our Lady of Victory Chapel. Mass will begin at 4:30 p.m. with the annual Carols and Lessons preceding it at 4 p.m.
Mass will be live-streamed for those attending virtually: .
Our is available online.
Inspiring. Comforting.
Architecturally stunning and structurally imposing, Our Lady of Victory Chapel is an integral part of ÑÇÉ«Ó°¿â. 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. Catherine 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 Catherine 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. Catherine 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 ÑÇÉ«Ó°¿â 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