About San Damiano Chapel of Viterbo University · La Crosse, Wisconsin
San Damiano Chapel is the central place of worship for the Viterbo University community in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Named after the Italian chapel where St. Francis of Assisi received his divine call, it serves as a space for prayer, liturgical celebration, personal reflection, and the nurturing of Catholic and Franciscan identity. The chapel hosts daily and Sunday Masses, sacramental services, and is a hub for campus ministry and spiritual life.
- Patron
- St. Francis of Assisi
Why belong here
Join a community rooted in Catholic and Franciscan values, where you can participate in daily Mass, sacraments, and campus ministry programs. The chapel offers opportunities for spiritual growth, service, and connection through events like St. Francis Week and Viterbo Cares, fostering a living community centered on faith and social justice.
Mass times at San Damiano Chapel of Viterbo University
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- 30 minutes before the 11 a.m. mass
- upon request
Mission and Ministry
San Damiano Chapel embodies the Catholic and Franciscan identity of Viterbo University. It is a place for prayer, liturgical celebration, personal reflection, and spiritual growth. The chapel supports campus ministry initiatives, including St. Francis Week, Viterbo Cares, and interfaith engagement.
- St. Francis Week
- Viterbo Cares
- Interfaith
- Social Justice and Equity in the Catholic Tradition
Sacraments and Services
The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available 30 minutes before 11 a.m. Mass or by appointment with Fr. Conrad Targonski, OFM, or Fr. Michael Weldon, OFM. The chapel also hosts events and programs through Campus Ministry.
- Sacrament of Reconciliation
- Campus Ministry Events