Mass and Confession

Weekend Mass at St. Mary’s typically lasts about 75 minutes, though special liturgies and Holy Days may take a little longer. Daily Mass is shorter, generally lasting around 40 minutes.

Parking is available around St. Mary’s Catholic Center. On Sundays, it’s recommended to arrive a bit early, especially for the more popular Mass times like the 8:45 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Sunday Masses.

We encourage you to carpool if possible, as parking gets tight with our current configuration.

Click here to View the Map of where to park at St. Mary's

St. Mary's doesn't have a formal welcome center, but if you're visiting, the pastoral staff, student leaders, or permanent parishioners are always available to greet you after Mass in the Narthex. Feel free to approach the priests or staff for any questions, or you can stop by the office during the week for more information.

St. Mary’s Catholic Center exists to form apostles for the Church and the world by inviting college students into a life-changing relationship with Jesus Christ. We empower and equip students to live out this encounter daily, surrounded by an authentic community of believers. As a Catholic ministry, we uphold the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church and are dedicated to fostering a vibrant faith community for college students at Texas A&M University, Blinn College, and RELLIS.

St. Mary's offers various small groups, including Bible studies and student-led groups. These groups meet throughout the week and are a great way to build community and grow in your faith. Look for a student leader in the Narthex after Mass or drop us a note and we'll take it from there.

Yes, St. Mary’s is committed to being accessible to everyone. The church is equipped with ramps and accessible seating areas. For those who are hearing impaired, we offer assistive listening through the Listen Everywhere app, which can be downloaded on your smartphone (App Store & Google Play). Instructions for using the app are available in the Narthex.

If you have any special needs or require assistance, please contact the office ahead of time to ensure a smooth visit.

While St. Mary's is a welcoming environment, food and drink are discouraged inside the Church during Mass as a sign of respect for the sacredness of the liturgy.

There are numerous ways to get involved at St. Mary’s, from participating in liturgical ministries (lectors, Eucharistic ministers) to serving in outreach programs. For students, there are leadership opportunities and volunteer roles find a student leader in the Narthex after Mass or drop us a line and we'll take it from there.

Expect a warm and welcoming environment! Whether you're a student, permanent parishioner, or visiting family, St. Mary's offers a community grounded in faith, with a vibrant liturgy and many ways to get involved.

If you are needing to receive a low-gluten host for Communion, please approach the Communion line of the celebrating priest and notify him in line that you need a low-gluten host.

If you are Celiac or have an extreme gluten allergy, please contact the Director of Liturgy, David, (dojeda@aggiecatholic.org) in advance to notify of your situation and you will receive from a separate chalice used only for communion to those with Celiac.