Welcome to the spring 2009, edition of the Newman News. Newman Catholic Campus Ministry has many facets, like a precious stone that gleams from many different viewing angles. From the Liturgies we celebrate on or near each of our campuses; to the wonderful catechetical opportunities we offer for growth in faith; to the myriad opportunities for service (locally, nationally and internationally); to the personal touch, the one-to-one conversations between campus minister and student, we are constantly looking for ways to help our wonderful young women and men draw closer to Christ and His Church.

Our theme for this issue deals with the spiritual growth of our students through the various retreat and spiritual direction opportunities that we offer for the members of the seven campuses we serve in Northeast Ohio. A part of the story is told by our campus ministers, who write about the various options available; and a part is reserved for our students, who describe how participation in these programs and processes has affected their lives.