| University Catholic Center at Emory University | August 2022 Summer Update |
Events This Month
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COMMUNITY FAITH FORMATION
Sundays at 10:30 AM - Cannon Chapel Room 105D
Join Fr. John on Sundays after the 9 AM Mass for a deep dive into topics of our faith relevant to our life and world. All are welcome!
Join Fr. John on Sundays after the 9 AM Mass for a deep dive into topics of our faith relevant to our life and world. All are welcome!
SOLEMNITY OF THE ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
Wednesday, August 15 @ 6:00 PM - University Catholic Center
Mass to celebrate the Assumption of the Blessed Mother is not a Holy Day of Obligation this year since it falls on a Monday, but you are welcome to celebrate with us at 6:00 PM Mass.
Wednesday, August 15 @ 6:00 PM - University Catholic Center
Mass to celebrate the Assumption of the Blessed Mother is not a Holy Day of Obligation this year since it falls on a Monday, but you are welcome to celebrate with us at 6:00 PM Mass.
'WALKING WITH MOMS IN NEED' INTEREST MEETING
Wednesday, August 17 @ 7:00 PM - 2401 Lake Park Dr. SE, Smyrna GA 30080
Are you interested in bringing the Walking with Moms in Need initiative to the University Catholic Center? We invite you to attend an interest meeting at the Archdiocesan Chancery. RSVP to Joey Martineck at jmartineck@archatl.com.
Wednesday, August 17 @ 7:00 PM - 2401 Lake Park Dr. SE, Smyrna GA 30080
Are you interested in bringing the Walking with Moms in Need initiative to the University Catholic Center? We invite you to attend an interest meeting at the Archdiocesan Chancery. RSVP to Joey Martineck at jmartineck@archatl.com.
DROP-IN MEET AND GREET
August 19 – 24 @ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM - University Catholic Center
Welcome, class of 2026! Once you've settled into your dorm, swing by the University Catholic Center to meet some of our staff and student leaders, pick up a FREE welcome packet, and get a peek inside our "home away from home."
August 19 – 24 @ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM - University Catholic Center
Welcome, class of 2026! Once you've settled into your dorm, swing by the University Catholic Center to meet some of our staff and student leaders, pick up a FREE welcome packet, and get a peek inside our "home away from home."
EMORY EXPO
Saturday, August 20 @ 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM - Woodruff PE Center Arena
Saturday, August 20 @ 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM - Woodruff PE Center Arena
Join the University Catholic Center at the Emory Expo Christian Life table! Faculty and staff members from all across campus will be available to answer questions and share information about opportunities for Emory students both inside and outside the classroom. For questions, please contact religiouslife@emory.edu.
ORIENTATION WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE
Welcome to campus! Join us for Mass in the chapel on-campus and meet our Chaplain, Campus Minister, and several members of our community.
August 20 @ 4:15 PM - Vigil Mass at the Oxford College Day Chapel
August 21 @ 9:00 AM - Mass and Reception at Cannon Chapel at Emory University
Welcome to campus! Join us for Mass in the chapel on-campus and meet our Chaplain, Campus Minister, and several members of our community.
August 20 @ 4:15 PM - Vigil Mass at the Oxford College Day Chapel
August 21 @ 9:00 AM - Mass and Reception at Cannon Chapel at Emory University
SPIRITUAL LIFE RESOURCE FAIR
Tuesday, August 23 @ 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM - Cox Hall Bridge (Rain Location: Cannon Chapel)
Join the University Catholic Center on Cox Hall Bridge to meet chaplains, student leaders, and affiliates from Emory's many spiritual communities. Connect with spirituality, community, and social justice resources for your time here at Emory. All are welcome. For questions, please contact religiouslife@emory.edu.
Tuesday, August 23 @ 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM - Cox Hall Bridge (Rain Location: Cannon Chapel)
Join the University Catholic Center on Cox Hall Bridge to meet chaplains, student leaders, and affiliates from Emory's many spiritual communities. Connect with spirituality, community, and social justice resources for your time here at Emory. All are welcome. For questions, please contact religiouslife@emory.edu.
FALL SEMESTER MASS SCHEDULE
Sundays @ 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM - Mass at Cannon Chapel at Emory University
Weekday Mass times and locations will be announced soon.
We're excited to worship with you at Mass on-campus!
Beginning Saturday, August 27, Masses will occur at the following times during the fall semester:
Saturdays @ 5:00 PM - Vigil Mass at the Oxford College Day ChapelSundays @ 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM - Mass at Cannon Chapel at Emory University
Weekday Mass times and locations will be announced soon.
SUNDAY COFFEE HOUR
Sunday, August 28 at 10:00 AM - Cannon Chapel Brooks Commons
Join us on Sunday mornings after the 9:00 AM Mass for coffee, breakfast goodies, and conversation with friends.
Join us on Sunday mornings after the 9:00 AM Mass for coffee, breakfast goodies, and conversation with friends.
SUNDAY COMMUNITY DINNER
Sunday, August 28 at 7:00 PM - Meet after Mass at Cannon Chapel
After the 6 PM Sunday Mass each week, join your fellow Catholic students for dinner and opportunities to grow in friendship. We will decide where to eat immediately after Mass.
After the 6 PM Sunday Mass each week, join your fellow Catholic students for dinner and opportunities to grow in friendship. We will decide where to eat immediately after Mass.
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT INVOLVEMENT FAIR
Tuesday, August 30 at 7:00 PM - McDonough Field & McDonough Plaza
Visit us at the Activities Fair for free swag, info about upcoming events, and a chance to take a photo with Pope Francis!
Visit us at the Activities Fair for free swag, info about upcoming events, and a chance to take a photo with Pope Francis!
Prayer and Spirituality
HOW CAN WE PRAY FOR YOU?
Bear one another’s burdens, and so you will fulfill the law of Christ. - Galatians 6:2
We want to support you and lift up your joys, sorrows, and needs, in prayer to God - let us know what you'd like us to pray for.
Bear one another’s burdens, and so you will fulfill the law of Christ. - Galatians 6:2
We want to support you and lift up your joys, sorrows, and needs, in prayer to God - let us know what you'd like us to pray for.
POPE FRANCIS' MONTHLY PRAYER INTENTION
August 2022 - Small Businesses
We pray for small and medium-sized businesses; in the midst of economic and social crisis, may they find ways to continue operating, and serving their communities.
August 2022 - Small Businesses
We pray for small and medium-sized businesses; in the midst of economic and social crisis, may they find ways to continue operating, and serving their communities.
Upcoming Events
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THURSDAY COMMUNITY DINNER
Thursday, September 1 at 6:00 PM - Meet on Cox Hall Bridge
Join us for dinner and prayer every Thursday at 6 PM! We will decide where to eat as a group. Immediately after, join us for the Fellowship and Adoration Night at the Catholic Center.
Join us for dinner and prayer every Thursday at 6 PM! We will decide where to eat as a group. Immediately after, join us for the Fellowship and Adoration Night at the Catholic Center.
FELLOWSHIP AND ADORATION NIGHT
Thursday, September 1 at 7:00 PM - University Catholic Center
The Fellowship and Adoration Night is a student-led small group focused on growing in faith and experiencing Christ's presence in our lives. We meet at the University Catholic Center every other Thursday at 7:00 PM during the school year. While our primary attendance is composed of students, everyone is welcome!
LITURGICAL MINISTRY TRAINING
The Fellowship and Adoration Night is a student-led small group focused on growing in faith and experiencing Christ's presence in our lives. We meet at the University Catholic Center every other Thursday at 7:00 PM during the school year. While our primary attendance is composed of students, everyone is welcome!
LITURGICAL MINISTRY TRAINING
Early September 2022 - Cannon Chapel at Emory University
If you worship with our community and are looking to become more involved, you should consider becoming a liturgical minister! We are actively seeking volunteers interested in helping out during Sunday Mass as an altar server, sacristan, or lector! Sign up here!
If you worship with our community and are looking to become more involved, you should consider becoming a liturgical minister! We are actively seeking volunteers interested in helping out during Sunday Mass as an altar server, sacristan, or lector! Sign up here!
EUCHARISTIC REVIVAL CONFERENCE
September 22 – 24, 2022 - Sign up for the FREE Eucharistic Revival Conference
September 22 – 24, 2022 - Sign up for the FREE Eucharistic Revival Conference
Despite all the upheaval in the world, Jesus is present and more powerful than the storm around us. He desires to heal, renew, and unify the world. And what better way than through the source and summit of our faith: The Holy Eucharist. Christ has called each of us to be His hands and His feet in our vocation and in our daily lives. Learn how to live this out fully through the Eucharistic Revival Conference.
PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND
December 12 – 22, 2022 - More info and registration for the pilgrimage
We are excited to announce that three Dominican Friars will be leading a pilgrimage to the Holy Land on December 12-22, 2022. This Catholic pilgrimage is open to anyone! Visit the Dominican Province website for all the details.
December 12 – 22, 2022 - More info and registration for the pilgrimage
We are excited to announce that three Dominican Friars will be leading a pilgrimage to the Holy Land on December 12-22, 2022. This Catholic pilgrimage is open to anyone! Visit the Dominican Province website for all the details.
WORLD YOUTH DAY 2023
July 28 – August 9, 2023 - More info and registration for the World Youth Day trip
World Youth Day (WYD) is the gathering of young people from all over the world with the Pope. It is also a pilgrimage, a celebration of youth, an expression of the universal Church, and an intense moment of evangelization for the youth world. The Archdiocese of Atlanta will be leading a pilgrimage from July 28 – August 9 for young adults 18 years of age and older. For other questions or to discuss the trip, please contact Allen Austin at aaustin@archatl.com.
July 28 – August 9, 2023 - More info and registration for the World Youth Day trip
World Youth Day (WYD) is the gathering of young people from all over the world with the Pope. It is also a pilgrimage, a celebration of youth, an expression of the universal Church, and an intense moment of evangelization for the youth world. The Archdiocese of Atlanta will be leading a pilgrimage from July 28 – August 9 for young adults 18 years of age and older. For other questions or to discuss the trip, please contact Allen Austin at aaustin@archatl.com.
Announcements
ARCHDIOCESE OF ATLANTA SYNOD REPORT
The Archdiocese of Atlanta has released its report on the Synod. The report compiles the result from listening sessions conducted across the archdiocese. It has been submitted to the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops as part of the ongoing worldwide Synod process.
THE NATIONAL EUCHARISTIC REVIVAL
The Bishops of the United States have called for all dioceses to begin a three-year plan, starting June 19, 2022, to revive and foster Eucharistic devotion in the hearts of the faithful. This movement hopes to heal, convert, form, and unify Catholics by encountering Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. Visit the National Eucharistic Revival website for more information.
DONATING TO UKRAINE
If you are looking for a way to support families in Ukraine, we recommend donating through Catholic Relief Services: https://support.crs.org/donate/donate-ukraine
If you are looking for a way to support families in Ukraine, we recommend donating through Catholic Relief Services: https://support.crs.org/donate/donate-ukraine
PREGNANT? NEED HELP? ABLE TO PROVIDE SUPPORT?
If you or someone you know is pregnant, the University Catholic Center is always a place to find care, support, and resources. You can contact our staff and they will be able to receive your story and journey with you. There are also a number of organizations you can support that directly assist these women. Please research and prayerfully consider giving of your time, talent, or treasure. Find more information and resources here. Thank you for helping us make this known to all students on or off campus.
If you or someone you know is pregnant, the University Catholic Center is always a place to find care, support, and resources. You can contact our staff and they will be able to receive your story and journey with you. There are also a number of organizations you can support that directly assist these women. Please research and prayerfully consider giving of your time, talent, or treasure. Find more information and resources here. Thank you for helping us make this known to all students on or off campus.
Support the University Catholic Center
VOLUNTEER WITH US
There are many ways that you can support the mission of the University Catholic Center with your time and talents from lawn care, gardening, and office work, to liturgical ministry, children's catechesis, becoming an RCIA sponsor, and more! Contact our office for details.
DONATE DIRECTLY ONLINE
We believe that learning to support the mission of the Church is an integral part of being formed as a disciple. Please consider making or inviting your family to make a sacrificial gift in support of our ministry - the Masses, programs and events, salaries for staff, and more rely heavily on your support! We humbly ask that you consider making a contribution.
Check out our wishlist and consider helping us get some much-needed items for the University Catholic Center. We will be adding items to the wishlist on a regular basis.
CONTRIBUTE WITH EACH PURCHASE
Do you regularly shop at Amazon or Kroger? We're excited to share that you can sign up to have a percentage of your purchase price donated to the University Catholic Center for every order you place! Simply click on the links below, sign in to your account, and select the University Catholic Center at Emory University as your organization of choice. Then, whenever you make a purchase at smile.amazon.com or at Kroger using your Kroger Rewards card, a contribution will be made on your behalf!
MONTHLY CONTRIBUTIONS
We're extremely grateful for your support of our ministry.
| FY23: July 1, 2022 — June 30, 2023 | July | FYTD |
| Offertory Plate Collections | $486.00 | $486.00 |
| Online Giving Collections | $4,617.50 | $4,617.50 |
| Archdiocesan Annual Appeal Subsidy | $12,881.75 | $12,881.75 |
| Offertory Budget | $16,942.66 | $16,942.66 |
| Surplus/(shortfall) | $1,042.59 | $1,042.59 |
| Percent of Offertory from Online Giving |
90% |