Events
Job Opening: Music Director
This role plays a vital part in creating this transformative environment through music, especially at our Sunday and Holy Day masses, where we seek to have joyful, orthodox, and spirit-filled liturgies...
Friday, November 29th: Building Will Be Closed
In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, the building and offices will be closed on Friday, November 29th. There will be no Mass or confessions.
Adult Bible Study
Each Sunday, everyone who is a grad student, young adult, and parishioner is invited to a bible study from 9:15 - 10:15 a.m. in the upper level of the Newman Center led by Dr. Robert Brenneman.
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
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SEEK
Come experience the richness of the Catholic faith with other Catholics from across the country. You’ll hear from world-renowned Catholic speakers, receive opportunities to frequent the sacraments, and meet a ton of solid people along the way...
Advent Vigils
In honor of Advent, we are holding four different Holy Hours, to keep vigil watching for the Lord's coming, we will end with night prayer.
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.
UNITE: Advent Penance Service
This week we are having an Advent Penance Service led by Fr. Jake!
Unite is our bi-weekly meeting for undergraduates.
Christmas Memorial Flowers
We would like to give the community of St. Lawrence Catholic Church and Newman Center the opportunity to purchase Christmas flowers in honor or in memory of loved ones. The suggested donation is $15.
Thanksgiving Day Mass Time and Building Hours
On Thanksgiving Day, the building will only be open for Mass at 9 a.m.; however, the office will remain closed all day.
No Adoration on Wednesday, November 27th
Adoration, Mass, and Confessions will continue as usual on Monday, November 25th, and Tuesday, November 26th.
UNITE: Service Event
Join us for a service event!
Unite is our bi-weekly meeting for undergraduates.
Women Growing in Faith: Thanksgiving Potluck
All women of the parish are invited to attend this time of fellowship and gratitude. RSVPs are not required!
Visit the Elderly at Little Sisters of the Poor
Join Br. Brandt and other students in visiting the elderly at Little Sisters of the Poor!
Meet in the gathering space of St. Lawrence Newman Center at 2:30 p.m. sharp!
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.
The Seek His Kingdom Study
Join women of the parish as we explore the Gospel of Matthew in our Blessed is she study.
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.
UNITE: Mental Health
This week the talk will be on mental health!
Unite is our bi-weekly meeting for undergraduates.
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/
Alaska Mission Trip
Gopher Catholic will spend its spring break in 2025 on our annual mission trip to the poor and underserved in Anchorage, Alaska! There’s no better way to have a fulfilling spring break than to serve those in need alongside other Catholics.
Men's Retreat
"ManVenture Weekend"
Adventure - Spiritual Growth - Brotherhood
This year, the men’s retreat will be up in Duluth, MN! It’ll be a weekend you won’t want to miss!
Cost: $85
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!
UNITE "Voting with Values: What's at Stake?"
Ryan Hamilton will speak on Catholic social teaching and its relation to politics in our culture. Rather than telling us how to vote, he will hit on what's important to consider when voting according to Catholic doctrine and morality
Unite is our bi-weekly meeting for undergraduates.
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.
Adult Bible Study- Pilot Meeting
This Sunday, September 29th, you’re invited to a “come and see” meeting after the 8 a.m. Mass in the upper level of the Newman Center to gauge interest in an Adult Bible Study led by Dr. Robert Brenneman. Following the study, a path/study will be chosen if there is sufficient interest.
UNITE - What is God really like?
Local Speaker Ryan O'Hara will join us to speak on the character of God. Join us as we dive into this dense topic and try to know God more!
UMN vs. Iowa Tailgate
Join us for the Iowa Tailgate! We have a spot outside of Huntington Bank Stadium, so let's show up to bring some support for the Gophers! The grill will be running, bags will be tossed, and fun will be had!
Men's Group - Last Open Night
Real brotherhood at the U of M. This is the last open night to check out Men’s Group for the fall semester.
Women's Group - Last Open Night
Come experience true sisterhood with women that will walk with you, cry with you, but best of all pray for you. This is the last open night to check out Women’s Group for the fall semester.
Service Event with the Little Sisters of the Poor
Come serve the elderly with the Little Sisters of the Poor. Sign-up required!
GC Men's Group | Open Night I
Join the guys of Gopher Catholic for our first men's night. Come see what it’s like and grow in brotherhood.
GC Women's Group | Open Night I
Join the women of Gopher Catholic for the first night of women's group. Come see what it’s like and grow in sisterhood.