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Catholic Campus Ministry
At Christopher Newport University
MEET OUR STAFF!
Director of Campus Ministry
Conner Cummings
ccummings@richmonddiocese.org
Conner Cummings graduated from the State University of New York at Potsdam in 2019 with a bachelor's degree in Business. Following graduation, he served as the Director of Camp Guggenheim and as the Campus Minister at St. Mary's Catholic Church. In 2023, Conner participated in the Echo Graduate Service Program at the University of Notre Dame and earned an M.A. in Theology.
Conner is passionate about campus ministry and accompanying college students as they grow in their faith, navigate the challenges of college life, and deepen their relationship with Christ.
Pastor, Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Father Dan Beeman
frdbeeman@olmc.org
Father Dan Beeman has served as Pastor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel since 2019. Ordained to the priesthood in 2007, he is committed to serving the parish community while also supporting the spiritual lives of college students through our Catholic Campus Ministry.
Fr. Dan regularly celebrates Mass on campus and visits the CCM House each month to hear confessions, making the sacraments readily available to students. Through his presence, preaching, and pastoral care, he encourages students to deepen their relationship with Christ and remain connected to the Church throughout their college years.
