Hey Hounds!
Last week was amazing; many of our student groups met for the first time, and we hosted a small retreat for our student leaders named “Called to Serve” on Friday night!
This weekend, we’re looking forward to hosting students and members of the Assumption community for our monthly Reception After Mass (RAM) after the 10am Mass on Sunday, as well as the Super Bowl party in the evening, starting at 6pm in Pierre’s. We hope to see you there!
This weekend, we will be celebrating the feast of the Presentation of the Lord. Below is an icon by Kelly Latimore.
Happening This Week in Campus Ministry
Mass Schedule
Come worship with us in the Chapel! Mass is available everyday:
Sunday: 10am and 7pm
Monday-Friday: 5pm
Saturday: 8am
Confession: 8:30pm on Wednesday and 6:20pm on Sunday
Register for the El Paso SEND Trip
Looking to grow in service and immerse yourself in a community outside of Assumption? SEND trips are opportunities to visit new locations and learn first-hand about the lived reality of communities on the margins. Through the lens of Catholic Social Teaching, we explore the intersection of faith and justice. Our May trip to El Paso Texas and Chaparral New Mexico will provide an opportunity to learn more about the history of the Mexican/US border and Immigration and the role of the Assumption Charism in this region. Consider applying for the SEND trip to El Paso, TX and Chaparral, NM that is happening from May 18th – May 24th.
To learn more, contact Una Murphy ([email protected])
Upcoming Retreat Opportunities
Our first retreat of the semester, “Come to the Table,” is coming up on Saturday, February 7th! The Come to the Table Retreat is an afternoon designed for students to have an opportunity to reflect, experience the Mass, and share a meal together in community.
Our second retreat opportunity of the semester is at Holy Family Retreat Center in Hartford CT, where we’ll be joining students from other colleges around New England for a weekend of prayer and reflection. This retreat is on February 20th-22nd.
To sign up for either of these retreats, or to learn more, please contact Deacon Elmer Vergara ([email protected])
Called to Serve Retreat | Jan 30
Have you ever wondered if you’re being called into a leadership role at Assumption—especially within Campus Ministry (CM)? Whether you’re already a CM student leader, involved in another campus organization, or have been recommended as a potential leader, this opportunity is for you.
Leadership training kicked off on Friday, January 23, and the next required event for CM leaders is the “Called to Serve” Retreat on Friday, January 30, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Dinner will be provided.
To learn more please email Luis Melgar ([email protected]) and use the link below to register for this event.
Upcoming Social Events
Cookie Social Hour: Tuesdays from 3:00pm to 5:00pm in Tinsley
First Thursday Bagels: February 5th from 9:00am to 10:30am in Tinsley
Super Bowl Party: February 8th at 5:00pm in Pierre’s Pub
Participate in Ministry at Mass
Interested in using your vocal talents at Mass? Or serving as a lector, greeter, communion minister, or altar server?
This is an invitation for our faithful-our students, faculty and staff to consider ministry in the Church; by being a Lector, Altar Server, Communion Minister, and Greeter for Sunday, Weekday Masses and Special Liturgical events on Campus. Please contact Deacon Elmer Vergara ([email protected]) for more information and trainings.
Music Ministry is a vocal ensemble that provides music for the 7pm masses on campus. Occasionally, we also sing for the 10am mass. Our other yearly commitments are Lessons and Carols, Baccalaureate, and joining forces with the Chorale and Kuumba Singers for the annual, Black History month Ecumenical Service. We rehearse every Thursday evening: 7pm-8:30pm in the Lauring Community Room in the Tinsley Campus Ministry Center. Please contact Dr. Jonathan Bezdegian for more information: [email protected]
Service Opportunities
Interested in giving back to Assumption or the local Worcester community? It’s easy! When you click on the link below, you can view all of the upcoming service trips happening both on campus and off-campus as part of the “1904 Day of Service” initiative. If you have any questions or need help signing up, please contact Una Murphy ([email protected]).
Alternatively, another great way to get involved is through the Mustard Seed, a local volunteer community that provides dinner to individuals in Worcester each weekday. If you’re interested in volunteering with them, you can visit their website or contact 508-754-7098.
