Mark Kurowski, an author, preacher and spiritual director who has served parishes in North Carolina, Indiana and most recently on the South Side of Chicago, has been named director of university ministry at Benedictine University, the school has announced.
University Ministry is an integral part of student life, offering programs and services that assist in the spiritual growth of all students, staff
and administration regardless of faith.
Kurowski succeeds the Rev. Abbot Hugh Anderson, O.S.B., who was recently elected president of the American-Cassinese Congregation.
“Benedictine University welcomes Mark Kurowski,” said Marco Masini,
associate vice president for student life at Benedictine University.
“He will continue the joy and enthusiasm of ministering to our
community. His reach will extend from attending various sporting
events to online communications.”
According to the Benedictine statement, Kurowski is a gifted speaker, inspiring preacher and insightful spiritual director who presents the answers to life's questions in an easy-to-understand way. His inspirational talks and presentations contain his sincerity of faith, genuine spirit, enthusiasm and comical frankness that have changed hearts, minds and the lives of many.
Kurowski was born in South Bend, IN and earned a bachelor’s degree
in political science from Indiana University-South Bend. He graduated
magna cum laude with a master of divinity degree from Duke University in Durham, N.C. and earned a certificate of studies from Mundelein Seminary in Mundelein, IL.
Kurowski, a convert to Catholicism, is an award-winning author. His most recent publication is A Simple Guide to the Spiritual Life, a beginner’s guide to spirituality. He founded MySpiritualAdvisor.com, on which he hosts a weekly blog, and has given spiritual advice and direction to people on five continents. He is a regular contributor to Catholic Radio International and Relevant Radio’s “On Call” program, and has appeared other religious radio programs.
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