Campus Ministry News & Events

Embracing the Unknown

mpnsmith@scu.edu (Matt Smith) — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:04:00 PST

Sophomore Jonathan Homrighausen shares about an unexpected experience he has at a zen-do in Kathmandu in this week's Reaching Within blog. For this and other reflections from students on spirituality, visit us online.

Misa en Español

mpnsmith@scu.edu (Matt Smith) — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:03:00 PST

The last misa en español of the academic year will be Thursday evening at 8 pm in the Mission Church. All are welcome, regardless of language ability. It's your last chance to try Lulu's famous quesadilla.

DISCOVER the world's needs

mpnsmith@scu.edu (Matt Smith) — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:13:00 PST

Join Campus Ministry in the Bronco at 8 pm on Thursday as Fr. Mark Ravizza, SJ, director of the Casa Bayanihan program, invites you to consider how to match the world's needs with your gifts, in the pursuit of your vocation.

Spirituality On Immersion

mdavidson@scu.edu (Michelle Davidson) — Tue, 14 May 2013 12:01:00 PST

Michelle Davidson was an immersion leader for the San Jose immersion trip this past spring break. Here she reflects on what it's like to be a leader while having an experience of spirituality. Read this and other entries each week on the Reaching Within blog.

Memorial Service for Michael Kelly

mpnsmith@scu.edu (Matt Smith) — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:20:00 PST

As the community mourns the loss of Michael Kelly, we will gather in Leavey Center to celebrate Michael's life. Please join us at 5:30 pm this evening.

Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe

mpnsmith@scu.edu (Matt Smith) — Tue, 07 May 2013 15:58:00 PST

The figure of Our Lady of Guadalupe is a cultural touchpoint in Mexico. Senior Luis Efren Aguilar talks about the root of his own affection for "La Virgen" in this week's Reaching Within blog.

Express yourself!

mpnsmith@scu.edu (Matt Smith) — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:15:00 PST

The Tunnels of Oppression and Hope are open to the SCU community and the SCU Interfaith is having people express themselves anonymously on their Twitter feed (@SCUInterfaith). Check out what people are saying here.

One student digs deeper while another asks if he's worthy

mpnsmith@scu.edu (Matt Smith) — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:20:00 PST

This week in the Reaching Within Blog we share posts from the CNS Branches blog's guest blogger series. Mark Rogers and Gus Hardy reflect on their own faith in a poem and an essay, respectively. Next week a student will share about his recent affinity for Our Lady of Guadalupe.

A String of Tragedies; Recovering from the Boston Explosions

rldavidson@scu.edu (Rachel Davidson) — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 12:01:00 PST

Undergraduate Rachel Davidson wrote a piece about Boston for the CNS Branches blog. In it she reminds us of the importance of prayer. Share your thoughts on our blog or on the CNS Branches website or Facebook page.

Search Retreat full

mpnsmith@scu.edu (Matt Smith) — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 21:19:00 PST

The Search Retreat sign-ups are currently full. You are still welcome to sign up for the spring retreat; if any current participants cancel, those on the waitlist will be taken in the order in which they signed up.

Finding God in an Unseen Sunrise

mpnsmith@scu.edu (Matt Smith) — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 12:01:00 PST

What happens when things aren't as they seem? Resident Minister and SCU Alum Betsy Purner reflects on the experience of a sunrise in the Philippines in this week's Reaching Within Blog.

SCU Day of Service

mpnsmith@scu.edu (Matt Smith) — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 12:01:00 PST

The SCU Interfaith Council will be serving at Washington Elementary School for SCU's Campus-wide Day of Service on Saturday, April 13 at 8:30 am. Please click here to find the registration link before the deadline this Wednesday, April 8.

Silent Retreat

mpnsmith@scu.edu (Matt Smith) — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 00:00:00 PST

The spring silent retreat focusing on Lectio Divina is approaching quickly (4/19 to 4/21). Click here to sign up for the silent retreat or the spring Search retreat (5/10 to 5/12).

Internships in Campus Ministry

mpnsmith@scu.edu (Matt Smith) — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 00:00:00 PST

There are many opportunities for student leadership in the Campus Ministry department. Internships for graduate and undergraduate students are now open. Please refer to the linked page for more information. Apps are due by Noon on 4/8 at the latest.

Take Care: "Me" Time in College

klerma@scu.edu (Karina Lerma) — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 16:09:00 PST

Thanks to sophomore intern Karina Lerma for this piece on making time for yourself in college. Her blog entry begins the spring quarter of the Reaching Within Blog. Look for new entries each week and let us know what you think. Interested in writing? Also let us know.

Prayer during Holy Week

mpnsmith@scu.edu (Matt Smith) — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 00:00:00 PST

Daily mass continues at 12:05 pm in the Mission Church (M-W). Holy Thursday Vigil Mass: 8 pm. Good Friday Service: 3 pm. Holy Saturday Vigil Mass: 8 pm. Easter Masses 9 am and 11:30 am.

Palm Sunday

mpnsmith@scu.edu (Matt Smith) — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 00:00:00 PST

On Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion, there will be only one service at Mission Santa Clara at 10 am. We hope you will be able to join us.

Pope Francis

mpnsmith@scu.edu (Matthew Smith) — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 18:26:00 PST

Fr. Michael Engh, S.J. offers his voice to the chorus of welcome to newly elected Pope Francis. Read his comments here.

Making Time for God

mpnsmith@scu.edu (Matt Smith) — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 12:01:00 PST

Senior David Bibee reflects on the importance of making time for God in his life in this week's Reaching Within Blog. David is the Campus Ministry intern for Christian Diversity.

What It Means For Me to Give

mpnsmith@scu.edu (Matt Smith) — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 12:01:00 PST

Kristin Schulz, a coordinator for this year's Relay for Life of Santa Clara University, reflects on what it means to give in this week's Reaching Within Blog. If you are interested in Relay for Life, please follow the link at the end of her blog. For this and more reflections from SCU students, faculty, and staff, visit the blog.