New Church closed on Monday mornings

A reminder that the New Church will open at 3:30pm on Mondays to provide time to clean up from the weekend.

I Want to Get Involved

If you're looking for ways to get involved and grow in your faith, we've got plenty of opportunities for you! Check out what's happening below, and if you're ready to take the next step, simply drop us a line at aggiecatholic.org/pluggedin and we'll take it from there.

Spring Mass Schedule & Adoration

The full weekend Mass schedule is as follows:
Saturday Vigil: 5:30pm
Sunday: 9:00am, 11:00am, 1:00pm (Spanish) & 6:00pm

The Noon Daily Mass will resume on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. Please note that the Thursday Noon Mass is held on campus at the All Faiths Chapel across from Sbisa Dining Hall.

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is scheduled to resume Tuesday, January 21. All holy hour slots need to be filled before we can begin. To sign up, visit aggiecatholic.org/adoration.

Now

Jubilee Year 2025 - Pilgrims of Hope

Be on the lookout for changes to landscaping and A Jubilee Year is a special year of remission of sins and universal pardon within the Catholic Church. Historically it happens every 25 years and is a time for spiritual renewal and conversion. The Jubilee Year is a sacred time for the Catholic Church, offering an opportunity to deepen our faith and experience God’s abundant mercy.

To learn more and how you can participate and receive an indulgence, visit aggiecatholic.org/jubilee.

Called by Name Sunday is Next Week!

Next weekend is Called by Name Sunday, a Diocesan initiative that celebrates God's call to each of us to follow Him in a particular way. We invite you to participate by praying for vocations, being open to God's call, and spending time thinking about someone God may be calling to the religious life or priesthood. You can submit names at austinvocations.com/called.

Busy Students Retreat

Are you busy? St. Mary’s annual Busy Student Retreat is coming up, from February 9-14. It is free of charge, and we’ll have spiritual directors to walk with you and help you to encounter Jesus. More info and sign up at aggiecatholic.org/busy.

Women's Retreat Spring 2025

All women students are invited to a retreat led by Carmelite Sisters on Friday, January 31 through Sunday, February 2. The retreat theme is Healing the Feminine Heart. aggiecatholic.org/womensretreat

SEEK26 Registration for Aggies

Next year, join our Aggie FOCUS Missionaries will be at SEEK26 in Fort Worth. Register and learn more at aggiecatholic.org/seek.

I Want to Serve at Mass

Liturgy Training begins January 18! Pre-registration and application required before or it can be completed on arrival. Check-in begins 30 minutes before start time in the church. Visit aggiecatholic.org/liturgy for more info and to sign up.

EMHCs: Sunday Jan. 19, 3:30-5:00pm
Sacristans: Monday Jan. 20, 2:00-3:30pm
Readers & Ushers: Monday, Jan. 20, 7:00-8:30pm.

Monday 1.20

Intern Applications Close Tonight!

Anyone who will be a junior, senior, or grad student in 2025-2026 is welcome to apply to be a student intern at St. Mary's. This is a paid position. Applications are due Monday, January 20 at 11:59pm. To learn more about available positions and to apply, visit aggiecatholic.org/intern

Tuesday 1.21

I Want to Become Catholic

If you're interested in becoming Catholic or if you want to receive the sacrament of Confirmation, you're invited to attend OCIA this Tuesday the 21st at 7:00pm in the Activity Center. Pizza is provided the first night! aggiecatholic.org/ocia

Wednesday 1.22

Discernment Dinners

Discernment Dinners are back! Join us on Wednesday, January 22 for a meal, fellowship, and some thought-provoking content as we explore the priesthood and consecrated life. Ladies, you'll meet at the AVI Sisters' house, and men, you'll gather with the priests at the rectory. Please RSVP at aggiecatholic.org/discernment.

Friday 1.24

Movie Night with the Sisters

Movie night at the convent is back! Join the Apostles of the Interior Life at their home Friday January 24 from 7:00-10:00 pm for homemade pasta, a movie, and a good discussion. This is a great opportunity to bring a friend who wants to get connected. Please RSVP at aggiecatholic.org/movienight to ensure a spot.

Coming Up

Aggie Awakening 125 

Aggie Awakening 125 will be held on February 28 through March 2! This is a powerful retreat where you can awaken your faith and grow your relationship with Christ through community. This retreat is led by students and is for ALL students at TAMU and Blinn for Freshmen through Graduating Seniors. Retreater and staffer sign-ups open next weekend, January 25 after the 5:30pm Mass and close February 2 at 11:59pm. You can sign up in person after all masses or online at aggiecatholic.org/aggie-awakening. Please email awakeningcmts@gmail.com with any questions.

Ethics and Integrity in Ministry Training

The one and only EIM Training being offered at St. Mary's Catholic Center for the Spring Semester will be Wednesday, February 5 at 6:30pm in the Event Center. If you are going on a Mission Trip you must be EIM compliant. All leaders of St. Mary’s organizations, serving in the liturgy, and those who volunteer in an org that encounters vulnerable children or adults are required to attend a workshop. You can find the instructions for signing up at aggiecatholic.org/eim. 

Spring Break Mission Trips

Spots are still open on our Spring Break mission trips to Austin & Denver! If you are interested in learning more or applying, please visit aggiecatholic.org/missiontrips! Applications will close when spots are filled.