Christ be with me, Christ within me, Christ behind me, Christ before me, Christ beside me, Christ to win me, Christ to comfort and restore me, Christ beneath me, Christ above me, Christ in quiet, Christ in danger, Christ in hearts of all that love me, Christ in mouth of friend and stranger.
-From St Patrick's Breastplate
Featured Event
What's Happening This Week at JST
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11th Hour Bell Ringing for Climate Justice
Monday, Mar. 13 | 11 AM | JST Front Terrace
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Arte de Lágrimas | Conversation with Dr. Gregory Cuéllar
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Tuesday, Mar. 14 | 7:00 PM | JST Manresa Lounge
In-Person Registration | Arte de Lagrimas Informational Flyer
Join us for a special event welcoming Gregory L. Cuéllar, Ph.D. as he shares with us the art exhibition, Arte de Lágrimas. This exhibition features the art of children who traveled across the southern border with their families as refugees and asylum seekers.
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Special Event Happening Next Week: Instituto Hispano Night
Tuesday, Mar. 21 | Following the 5:15 PM Liturgy
Cecilia Titizano La Fuente, Director of Latina/o Theology and Ministry Leadership Network; Jesus Munoz; and Fabio Colorado are thrilled to invite you to come to Instituto Hispano night! Come to learn about the Latina/o Theology and Ministry Leadership Network and the diversity of formation programs serving the Latina/o/x communities. You will be treated to delicious pozole and other Hispanic treats!
Come and join us for an evening of community and service.
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Subscribe to the Writing Program Email List
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Included in this Week's Magis
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Kudos Corner
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Congrats to Leocadie Lushombo for representing JST and presenting her paper, "Peacemaking and Nonviolence: A Catholic Approach; Lessons from Women Peacemakers," on March 2 at Augustana University's Interfaith Panel called Sharing Stories, Building Peace: Christian and Muslim Perspectives.
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We want to celebrate our community's achievements! Please let us know if you have something to celebrate such as an award, a recognition, the completion of a major project, etc. |
Spiritual Formation & Liturgy
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Prayer Periods | Gesù Chapel
On the Anniversary of Francis’ Papacy (March 13) - pray 10 Hail Marys
All are invited to pledge to pray 10 Hail Marys at Pope Francis’ invitation to mark the 10th anniversary of his papacy.
Tuesday to Friday, 12:30-1:15 PM
From 12:30 PM until 1:15 PM, we will hold space for common, silent prayer in the chapel. We will toll the bell at the beginning of these prayer periods. Stop in for a moment or sit for the entire period!
Contemplative Walk
Thursday, 3:15 PM - meet outside chapel
Join us for a third contemplative walk in company on Thursday. Meet in front of the chapel and anticipate about an hour-long walk. |
Bibliodrama
Deepen your prayer in Holy Week and Easter. Use this doodle poll to indicate occasions when you would likely be available to participate in a session of Bibliodrama. We aim to find two occasions when Susanne Ruschmann, an expert facilitator, can guide our engagement. A timely response will be a great help. Email Stephen and Susanne if you are interested and hope to participate in any case!
Liturgies | Gesù Chapel
Tuesday, 3/14
On Tuesday evening, Dan Dixon will serve as deacon and preach at our 5:15 PM liturgy.
Wednesday, 3/15
On Wednesday, the evening liturgy will be in Spanish.
Thursday, 3/16
On Thursday, Velenson Gomes will serve as deacon and preach at our 5:15 PM liturgy.
Liturgy Presider Schedule
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Tuesday, 3/14 |
Wednesday, 3/15 |
Thursday, 3/16 |
Friday, 3/17 |
Saturday 3/18 8:30AM |
8:00AM |
Ouedraogo |
Ng'ang'a |
Kimpeye |
Ndayisenga |
Connell |
5:15PM |
Fernandez |
Funes |
Santamaria Belda
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Agbo |
No Liturgy |
Ministerial Formation
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CPE Opportunity Available | Clinical Chaplain Residency
California Pacific Medical Center, San Francisco, CA
September 11, 2023 - September 6, 2024
Priority Application Deadline: April 30, 2023
See here for more information
Residential Spirituality Facilitator Position Available | Santa Clara University
For students seeking ministerial experience or a placement opportunity for field education, Santa Clara University is seeking Spirituality Facilitators for the 2023-2024 academic year. Please see the link below for the full job description and information on how to apply.
Spirituality Facilitator 2023-2024 Application |
The Installed Catechist Webinars - The National Association for Lay Ministry
Pope Francis’ decision to establish the instituted ministry of catechist offers an extraordinary opportunity to recognize, affirm, and support the formation of catechetical leaders and other lay leaders called to serve the church’s mission of evangelization.
In an effort to foster reception of the pope’s vision within the U.S. church, NALM and NCCL are collaborating on a two-part webinar exploring the theological foundations and practical implications of this moment in ministry.
Part One: Theological Foundations and Practical Implications
Part 1, led by Dr. Edward Hahnenberg, will offer historical and theological commentary on recent Vatican documents.
Thursday, March 23 | 2-3:30 PM EST
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Part Two: Practical Aspects for Implementation
Part 2, led by John Roberto with guest panelists, will explore practical aspects of implementing the instituted ministry of catechist in our various local contexts.
Thursday, May 4 | 2-3:30 PM EST
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For further information and to sign up for the webinars please see: https://www.nalm.org
Save the Date
Tuesday Night Solidarity Supper Programming
Mass: 5:15 PM | Supper: 6:15 PM | Program: 7:00 PM
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March 21 | Instituto Hispano Community Night
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March 28 | Spring Break--no Tuesday Night Dinner & Program
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April 4 | Holy Week --no Tuesday Night Dinner & Program
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April 11 | JST Alumni Panel
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SCU Events
Current Art Exhibitions at Santa Clara University
Threshold.
February 7 - March 16, 2023 | Edward M. Dowd Art and Art History Building | Artist: Daren Kendall
More Information
GTU Events
Spring Forum hosted by the Student Advisory Committee
Wednesday, Mar. 15 | 5:00-6:30 PM | GTU Library Dinner Board Room
Zoom ID: 933 3970 7986
The GTU Library staff invites you to join this forum to discuss your hopes for student life at the GTU Library.
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Tour & Talk with the Student Artists of Reconnecting: Celebrating the art of GTU students and alums
Thursday, Mar. 16 | 5:00-6:00 PM | GTU Library
Come to learn more about the work of participating student and alum scholar-artists and enjoy gathering together again in the recently reopened library. Refreshments will be provided.
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GTU CARe Grants
Deadline: Monday, March 20 at 9 am Pacific
Up to $2000 awarded to GTU students, faculty, & staff in support of projects that center on religion & and the arts.
More Information
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2023 Luther Lecture w/ Dr. Anthony Bateza
"The Precarious Power of a Strongly Worded Letter: Political Correspondence, Lutheran Theology, and Civic Participation"
Wednesday, Mar. 22, 2023 at 10:00 am Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary, 2000 Center St, Suite 200, Berkeley, CA 94704
More Information & Registration
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CALLS FOR PAPERS
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Society for the Phenomenology of Religious Experience (SOPHERE) Conference 2023: Religious Experience and the Phenomenology of Nature
16th – 19th August 2023 | Hosted by the University of Galway and St. Angela’s College, Sligo
CFP deadline: March 15 2023 | More Information & Full Call for Papers
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Spring 2023 GTU CARe Writing Prize
Write an essay of 1200-1500 words on artwork, themes, and/or content from a current or upcoming Doug Adams Gallery exhibition for the chance to win $250!
The deadline for submissions is Monday, March 20, 9 am (Pacific Time), and all papers should be sent to care@gtu.edu.
Find out more at www.gtu.edu/caregrants or email lwebster@gtu.edu with any questions!
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Summer 2023 Interreligious Research Grants | Madrasa-Midrasha Program
The Walter & Elise Haas Fund has provided funding to the GTU in support of the Madrasa-Midrasha Program, a collaborative interreligious effort cosponsored by the Center for Islamic Studies and the Richard S. Dinner Center for Jewish Studies. We are pleased to announce research grants for GTU students working on interreligious projects related to Judaism and/or Islam. Grants will range from $250 to $500 for individual projects and $500 to $1000 for joint projects, which are strongly encouraged.
Deadline: Monday, April 3, 2023 | More information & Submission Guidelines
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Community Events
St. Patrick's Church Annual Fish Fry
Friday, Mar. 17 | Father Howard Community Center, 1640 10th St. Oakland
Pre-Orders for Pick-Up available: 11:30 AM-8:30 PM
Pre-Order Call: Mary Loggins (510) 532-5063 or Mary Washington (510) 332-9914
$25 (Adults/Adultos) $14 (Children/Ninos)
Cantare: "Sacred Service"
Sunday, Mar. 19 | 4:00 PM | Scottish Rite Center, 1547 Lakeside Dr., Oakland
Paul Kircher invites all to a concert of "Sacred Service," a choral setting of the full Jewish Sabbath Service in Hebrew. This 20th century masterwork by Swiss-American composer Ernest Bloch emphasizes the universality of the religious experience in the chosen texts. Roslyn Barak, Cantor Emerita of Congregation Emanu-El in San Francisco, will provide introductory remarks. The program will also include "Five Hebrew Love Songs" by contemporary American composer Eric Whitacre. Sunday, March 19, 2022, 4 p.m., Scottish Rite Center, 1547 Lakeside Dr., Oakland (within walking distance of 12th St. or Lake Merritt BART) See full details here. For discounted tickets in advance, please contact pkircher@scu.edu by Thursday, March 16.
Career Connections
Preparing for What Comes Next!
Career Cafe
March 20 and April 3 | 6:30-8:00pm | Manresa Lounge
It is time to get moving on career tasks in a comfortable and supportive environment. Do you need dedicated time to work on your CV, search for jobs, and talk with Student Life staff? Come to Manresa Lounge on a Monday evening and spend time working to prepare for life after JST.
AirForce Chaplaincy Webinar
March 29 | 11:00 PT | Zoom | AFRC Webinar Flyer
This webinar is offered for students who are curious about opportunities to serve as a chaplain for the US Air Force Reserves. Participants will learn the unique qualities of an Air Force Chaplain, understand the graduate school internship program, and explore the opportunities of part-time and full-time careers. See the flyer linked above for more information on how to join the webinar.
Career Opportunities
Campus Ministry Associate – Immersion Program Coordinator
Archbishop Mitty High School, San Jose, CA | More Information & How to Apply
Lilly Endowment Museum Fellow for Religion and Spirituality in the Visual Arts
Raclin Murphy Museum of Art, University of Notre Dame, IN | More Information & How to Apply
Application close: March 23, 2023
Associate University Minister & Associate Minister for Liturgy (2 Positions)
University of San Diego, San Diego, CA | More Information & How to Apply
English Teacher
St. Ignatius College Preparatory | More Information & How to Apply
Resources
COVID-19 Vaccines & Other Immunizations
Please the SCU Prepared Site for all COVID Related Information
Free COVID-19 Vaccine Locations Near JST:
Mental Health Resources through SCU | CAPS 24/7
JST-SCU students have access to
- 24/7/365 Mental Health Support Line - 408-554-5220 (press 1 to reach the 24/7 support line)
- Free telehealth or off campus face-to-face counseling sessions
- Access to multiple mental health educational resources
See the Cowell Health Center for more details
Campus Safety Services
Campus Safety Services encourages students, faculty, and staff to be an active participant in your personal and community safety. The following safety reminders will help keep campus safety a priority:
- Always lock your vehicle and residence upon exiting and at night; if you live off-campus, consider investing in a doorbell camera device
- Never store valuables in your vehicle
- Use fortified locks when securing your bicycle or skateboard
- Be aware of your surroundings and report suspicious activity to Campus Safety and/or the Berkeley Police Department
- CSS: (408) 554-4441
- BPD: 911 or from a cell phone call 510-981-5911
- Prioritize and respect your own mental health; encourage others to do the same
Hours of Operation
Campus Safety Service is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We have two shifts to serve you, 6a-6p and 6p-6a respectively. Our dispatch center is located in the Main Parking Structure (Building 714). Please contact us anytime at (408) 554-4441. You can also go to https://www.scu.edu/campus-safety/
We're Hiring - Student Employee Positions Available
Please see this page for information on openings for student employment.
JST Calendar Highlights
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JST Weekday Liturgy
5:15 p.m., Gesu Chapel
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Contemplative Walk
2:30 p.m.
Join others to reconnect to the world around us. Check the Magis for specifics each week. In general, those walking meet at the bell and depart at 2:30.
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JST Weekday Liturgy
5:15 p.m., Gesu Chapel
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