Welcome to the Sheil Catholic Center! Whether you are new to the Center, or have been a member for a few years, we hope that this web site will provide you with helpful information regarding the many groups, events and activities we offer. If you have any questions or suggestions, or if you simply cannot find what you are looking for, please be sure to contact the Sheil office, at (847) 328-4648, or sheil@northwestern.edu.

Sheil Center strives to provide a home away from home for our students through a hospitable setting and attitude; to help clarify values in a time of exploration; to build a sense of Catholic identity and understanding through education, reflection and discussion; to form leaders in the world and for the Church through service and empowerment; and to do all of this in the context of faith, through a vibrant spiritual center.

Every group or event listed on our web site is an opportunity to get involved in the Sheil community and to share in our mission. We invite all—students, faculty, associates, parents, alumni and friends—to share in this unique and wonderful opportunity to be Church.

Mission Statement

Sheil Catholic Center is a faith community of students, faculty, staff, and associates who together offer a welcoming place for worship, celebration of sacraments, and pastoral care. We promote education and spiritual growth; and provide opportunities for service and leadership within the academic setting.

Our mission is to transform society by renewing our faith and inviting others to know Christ.

Office Hours

The Sheil Center business office is open Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

We are closed on Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after Thanksgiving, and from Christmas through New Year's Day.

For Mass times, click here.

Chapel Hours

The Paul V. Galvin Memorial Chapel at the Sheil Center is open 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. while Northwestern is in session, and 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. the rest of the year. We make every effort to maintain this as a quiet space for prayer and personal reflection. You are welcome to use the Chapel for those purposes at any time.

Contact Information

The Sheil Catholic Center is located at 2110 Sheridan Road; Evanston, IL 60201. Our phone number is (847) 328-4648. Our fax number is (847) 328-4660. You can email us at sheil@northwestern.edu. (The email addresses for individual staff members are on the Meet the Staff page.)

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