One year later, Father Jenkins remembers Father Hesburgh | News | Notre Dame News | University of Notre Dame Skip To Content Skip To Navigation Skip To Search University of Notre Dame Notre Dame News Experts ND in the News Subscribe About Us Home Contact Search Menu Home › News › One year later, Father Jenkins remembers Father Hesburgh One year later, Father Jenkins remembers Father Hesburgh Published: February 26, 2016 Author: Notre Dame News Rev. Theodore M. Hesburgh, C.S.C. The following is a statement from Rev. John I. Jenkins, C.S.C., president of the University of Notre Dame, on the one-year anniversary of the death of Rev. Theodore M. Hesburgh, C.S.C., Notre Dame’s president from 1952 to 1987. “As we mark today the one-year anniversary of the passing of Father Hesburgh, it hardly seems possible it was that long ago. But perhaps that is because his presence can tangibly be felt in so many ways still, through the results of his service to the Vatican and Church, his presence on presidential commissions, and, of course, his leadership of Notre Dame. “Looking back to a year ago, I cherish the memory of our students lining the road to the cemetery in frigid weather conditions, the thousands who paid last respects in the Basilica, and the wonderful words spoken by national leaders at our tribute to him. “He represented the best of Notre Dame, and we strive to live up to his example. I believe he is with God, praying for us now. We remember him with gratitude.” Campus tributes to Father Hesburgh are available below: “Walking the Walk: Father Ted’s Enduring Legacy,” from the Office of Development. “Hesburgh’s Influence on Science at Notre Dame,” from Notre Dame Research and the College of Science. “Bringing legendary science faculty to Notre Dame,” from the College of Science. “Father Hesburgh Tribute,” from the Hesburgh Libraries. The Office of Campus Ministry will live stream a memorial concert that starts at 8 p.m. Friday (Feb. 26) in the Basilica of the Sacred Heart. Music will be performed by the Notre Dame Liturgical Choir, Folk Choir, Celebration Choir, Basilica Schola and Coro Primavera. Words of remembrance will also be offered by Rev. Austin Collins, C.S.C., religious superior of Congregation of Holy Cross priests and brothers at Notre Dame and a longtime friend of Father Hesburgh. The free concert will be streamed live online here. Posted In: Faith Home Experts ND in the News Subscribe About Us Related October 03, 2022 dCEC to Award 2023 ND Evangelium Vitae Medal to Robert P. George September 22, 2022 In memoriam: Rev. Richard Warner, C.S.C., longtime leader for Notre Dame, Congregation of Holy Cross September 15, 2022 In new book on global Catholicism, Provost John McGreevy explores modern history, current challenges of the Church September 15, 2022 Death penalty abolitionist Sister Helen Prejean to speak at Notre Dame September 14, 2022 Apostolic nuncio to Great Britain to deliver the 2022 Keeley Vatican Lecture For the Media Contact Office of Public Affairs and Communications Notre Dame News 500 Grace Hall Notre Dame, IN 46556 USA Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Pinterest © 2022 University of Notre Dame Search Mobile App News Events Visit Accessibility Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube LinkedIn