Newman Center Catholic Community at UCSD

Welcome to the Newman Center

The Catholic Community at UCSD, experiences Christ's presence, in Word, Eucharist and one another. We seek to build the reign of God, by sharing our faith in Jesus Christ, as well, as by extending hospitality, embracing diversity, and responding to others with compassion.

The photograph to the right shows a snapshot of the community in 2011 (click the photo for a higher resolution version.) We warmly welcome the participation of all interested in promoting Christian values and walking beside us as we strive to live the Gospel.

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Latest News

Thursday Night Dinner, Jan. 26

Where can you get dinner for only a dollar? Thursday Night Dinner, on campus at the International Center.

Interfaith Shelter Coming - Jan. 14 - 28

The Good Samaritan community will be hosting the Interfaith Shelter for homeless men, women and children, on January 14 - 28. The Newman Center will be preparing dinner and providing overnight hosts on January 27th. More information will be available in the Winter Brochure. In addition, anyone wishing to help on other days during the two-week stay may contact Jill Lawrence at jlaw1998@earthlink.net.

Permanent Community Meeting, Jan. 29

Join us for brainstorming activities and programs for the resident community and forming a core team. Meet up after the 12:30 Mass on January 29 in the church sanctuary for one hour starting at 2 pm.

Student Winter Retreat - Feb 3 - 5

Plan ahead! The Student Winter Retreat will be February 3, 4, and 5, based on this year’s theme—“Be who God created you to be, and you will set the world on fire.” This retreat will begin at Good Sam and proceed to Whispering Winds Retreat Center.

Wide Awake III, Feb. 11

Wide Awake III is coming Saturday, February 11, from 9:00am to 5:00pm atthe SDSU Catholic Newman Center. For more information, see the flyers in the kiosk or at the tables.

Catholicism Series, Starting Jan. 31

Fr. John Paul will host a series on "Catholicism" extending over twenty-sessions during Winter and Spring which is open to the entire community. He will use Fr. Robert Barron's series as a guide to journey into the questions, important sites, history, spirituality, and traditions of our Catholic faith. Join us on Tuesday evenings, beginning January 31st, 2012 - 7-9pm in Roetter Hall, next to the church. (Actual sessions will run from 7-8:30pm - with a question and answer period from 8:35-9pm)

Latest Articles

Liturgical Ministers Wanted

If you're interested in participating more in Mass, then consider becoming a liturgical minister. We are all called to share our spiritual gifts that God has blessed us with.

Getting to Mass

Are you looking for a way to get to Mass but don't have a car? See the Finding Us page for directions by bike/on foot as well as which bus lines can be used to get to the Newman Center.

YAG Second Sunday Supper

All young adults and grad students are invited to come for the monthly Second Sunday Supper hosted by YAG after the 5:30 PM Mass.

Small Group Bible Studies

Small groups of college age students gather on campus to discuss and reflect on the Sunday Scripture passages. This year's Bible Study will be shared with IV Catholics.

Confirmation

Many times students arrive at college and they have not received the sacrament of Confirmation. We offer a program that provides an opportunity for Catholic students to prepare to receive this sacrament. It begins Winter quarter and meets weekly, on Monday nights, through Easter. Candidates meet for faith sharing and formation in our Catholic faith.

Patty Stewart coordinates the Confirmation Program please make an appointment with her after Mass, or by emailing her at p2stewart@ucsd.edu. The first session is Jan 23rd at 7:15 p.m.