Events
Spring Art Fair
Saturday, May 10, 5:00-8:00 PM
Sunday, May 11, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Silent auction of art and art-related items, art of many mediums for sale from local artists of all ages, refreshments, and live music.
Eucharistic Encounter Night
Join us on Sunday, March 30th for Eucharistic Encounter Night, after the 7 p.m. Mass.
We’ll have an opportunity to pray in front of the Blessed Sacrament, have praise and worship, and be prayed over.
Stations of the Cross
Stations of the Cross will take place every Friday in Lent at 11:40 a.m.
in the church. Stations will NOT occur on Friday, March 14th due to spring break. On Good Friday, April 18th, stations will be held at Northrop Plaza on campus.
Holy Week
(No 12:15 p.m. Mass these days)
April 17:
Holy Thursday Mass at 7 p.m.
April 18:
Stations of the Cross Northrop Plaza on campus at 12:15 p.m.
Good Friday Service at 7 p.m.
April 19:
Easter Vigil: 8 p.m.
April 20:
Easter Sunday: 9 a.m. (only)
Holy Week Penance Service
A number of priests will be available to hear confessions.
Meet in the church at 7:30 pm.
Eucharistic Encounter Night
Join us on Sunday, March 30th for Eucharistic Encounter Night, after the 7 p.m. Mass.
We’ll have an opportunity to pray in front of the Blessed Sacrament, have praise and worship, and be prayed over.
Mass at 12:00 p.m. on March 22nd, NO Confession
On Saturday, March 22nd, Mass will be moved to 12:00 p.m. due to the Parish Retreat. There will be NO Confession following Mass.
Parish Retreat: “Father’s Delight”
Join us for our Spring Retreat, where we will explore the Father's Delight in us. We will discuss prayer and our relationship with the Father.
Ash Wednesday Masses
On Wednesday, March 5th, our Ash Wednesday Masses will be at 12:15 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. at the Newman Center and at 7:15 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. on Campus at Coffman Union, Mississippi Room (3rd-321).
Gopher Catholic Homilies
Gopher Catholic Homilies is now accessible on all podcast platforms! Tune in to daily and Sunday Masses in one convenient place at gophercatholic.org/media. Start listening now.
Sunday Mass Times and Building Hours
See below for adjusted building hours over holiday break.
Building Closed: MLK Day
The building will be closed and there will be NO Mass on Monday, January 20th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Non-Semester Sunday Mass Times
The Non-Semester Sunday Mass Times begin Sunday, December 22 - January 19 at 9 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Reduced Building Hours
Dear Friends of St. Lawrence Newman Center,
Due to the winter storm, St. Lawrence Newman Center will operate on reduced hours today, December 19, 2024. The building will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for Mass and Confession.
We encourage everyone to drive safely and take precautions during the storm. Stay safe and God bless!
In Christ,
The Staff of St. Lawrence Newman Center
Advent Penance Service
This week we are having an Advent Penance Service led by Fr. Jake. Multiple priests will be available for confession.
Solemnity of The Immaculate Conception
The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception has been transferred to Monday, December 9th. It will NOT be a holy day of obligation this year, so we will only have Mass at 12:15 p.m. this day.
Christmas Bazaar
Cash raffle, “Grannie’s Attic”, crafts, bakery, games, basket raffles, homemade food, fun, and community! Hosted by the St. Lawrence Newman Center Women’s Group.
30-Day Prayer Challenge
Begin to build a habit of prayer by praying for 30 days in a row, for at least 20 minutes, uninterrupted, silent (no music), and with sacred scripture
Give to the Max!
A generous gift of $75,000 has been extended to us by a small group of individuals. They are now encouraging others to join in and match their donation on Give to the Max Day, which falls on Thursday, November 21st. Your contributions exceeding the typical weekly amount will be doubled, up to a total of $75,000.
Church Clean-Up Day
We will have a light brunch and fellowship immediately following the 9 a.m. Mass, and will begin cleaning around 10:15 a.m.
How to Vote with your Conscience
With election season approaching, we wanted to offer resources to help you form your conscience as a catholic.
https://missionsupport.archspm.org/news/political-activity-guidelines-for-parishes/
All Saints’ Day Mass Times
November 1st is a Holy Day of Obligation! The following Mass times are available here at St. Lawrence Newman Center:
October 31st at 7:00 p.m. (Vigil)
November 1st at 12:15 p.m.
Doctors of the Church Discussion Series- Part 4
Join the Young Adult Group as they learn more about the Doctors of the Church!
Doctors of the Church Discussion Series- Part 3
Join the Young Adult Group as they learn more about the Doctors of the Church!
Women's Small Groups
Small groups for young adult women are starting soon! Our goal is to grow in friendship with each other and encourage one another in our relationships with Christ...
Eucharistic Procession
Fr. Jake will be leading a time of prayer through Campus as we follow Jesus in the Eucharist.
This event is open to all students, young adults, parishioners, and friends of the Newman Center.
Doctors of the Church Discussion Series- Part 2
Join the Young Adult Group as they learn more about the Doctors of the Church!
Eucharistic Encounter Night
Join us for the first monthly Eucharistic Encounter Night of the semester, after the 7 p.m. Mass. We’ll have an opportunity to pray in front of the Blessed Sacrament, have praise and worship, and be prayed over.
This event is open to all students, young adults, parishioners, and friends of the Newman Center.
Weekly Bible Study
All students and young adults are invited to join a weekly bible study beginning on Sunday, May 26th from 10 - 11 a.m. in the upper level of the Newman Center.