Catholic Newman Club

Regular Events


Eucharistic Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Monday - Saturday, 9:00 am - 9:30 pm

Jesus Christ’s real presence in the Eucharist is the source and summit of our Catholic faith. In honor of the Year of the Eucharist, the Newman Center offers adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. in our chapel. This is a wonderful opportunity for quiet prayer and reflection in the presence of our Lord. All are welcome to stop by any time. Contact the Newman Center if you are able and would like to become a scheduled adorer to spend the same hour each week with our Lord. One adorer is required each hour; two are preferred.

Quiet Prayer, Vespers, and Benediction
Sunday, January 08, 2006
6:00 pm

Beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the Newman Center Chapel, we will have exposition of the Blessed Sacrament with time for quiet prayer. This will be followed by Evening Prayer (or Vespers), an ancient prayer of the Church that began in the 6th century. This prayer will be concluded with Benediction. All are welcome to join us in this commitment to the ongoing renewal of our Catholic faith.

Ice Cream "Sundays" and Catholic Question Box
Sunday, January 15, 2006
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Every Sunday at 7:00 p.m. stop by for coffee, dessert, and discussion on various elements of the Catholic faith. Each will offer a new topic (sacraments, devotion to the saints, the papacy, etc) followed by a time for open questions, some of which will be taken from our anonymous question box. Stop in to learn more about the Catholic faith and hang around afterward to meet new people with similar interests.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
Tuesday, January 10, 2006
7:30 pm

For those seeking full initiation into the Catholic Church through the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, or Holy Eucharist, and for those interested in learning more about the Catholic faith. RCIA is a catechetical session designed to instruct those interested in the Catholic faith. The first meeting of the fall semester will be September 14th at 7:30 p.m. at the Newman Center.

Bible Study

Our student Bible Study: "From Genesis to Jesus" has begun. This study offers students an overview of Salvation History (the unfolding of God's plan for our salvation in our world) and a familiarity with both the Old and New Testaments, and the figures of Adam and Eve, Abraham and Sarah, Noah, Moses and King David, leading up to Jesus. A weekly schedule of Bible Studies is already planned. For more information contact the persons listed for each: CARNEGIE MELLON UNIVERSITY: Thursday, 4:30 pm, UC Chapel Contact: Joseph- jarizpe@andrew.cmu.edu UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH: Men's Undergrad Bible Study: Monday, 7:00 pm, Cathedral of Learning Contact: Kris- ktj2@pitt.edu Women's Undergrad Bible Study: Thursday, 7:00 pm, Forbes-Craig Apartments #603 Contact: Christine- cmw15@pitt.edu Women's Undergrad Bible Study: Friday, 2:00 pm, Catherdral of Learning Contact: Elise- ell5@pitt.edu Graduate Student/Medical Profession Bible Study: Thursday, 6:00pm, Newman Center Contact: Cecilia- cey4@pitt.edu or Yvonne- ykm1@pitt.edu

Classics of Western Spirituality Study Group
Thursday, January 12, 2006
7:30 pm

Join us for a biweekly group to discuss the writings and doctrines of some of the greatest spiritual masters of the Christian tradition. Throughout the 2005-06 school year we will be reading The Ladder of Divine Ascent by St. John Climacus (c. 579-649). The Ladder of Divine Ascent is available at the Newman Center for a donation of $20. All those interested are welcome to attend. For more information please contact Fr. David at 412-681-3181 or dsa@pittsburghoratory.org. We are currently discussing Step 4 on Obedience, its nature and how it is fostered in the spiritual life.

Bagels & Bible
Wednesday, January 11, 2006
9:00 - 10:00 am

Everyone is welcome to join us for bagels and discussion of coming Sunday readings.

Wednesday Oratory & Sung Vespers
Wednesday, January 11, 2006
6:00 pm

The Fathers of the Oratory will welcome all to participate in their Evening Oratory on Wednesdays each week. Oratory begins at 6:00 pm and will consist of sung Bespers (Evening Prayer from the Liturgy of the Hours), a brief sermon and, at its conclusion, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament at 6:30 pm. The very beginnings of the Congregation of the Oratory are found in the regular gathering of the faithful to pray with St. Philip Neri and to be formed by his and his companions' Familiar Discourse on the Word of God. We welcome and encourage your participation as an opportunity to foster greater devotion to St. Philip and a better understanding of his charsims and of the life of the Oratory.

Music Ministry

Newman Center Schola Our newly formed Student Schola (choir) sings Sundays at the Newman Center for the Sunday 12 noon Mass (practice from 10:30 to 11:45 am) and Sunday Vespers, 6 pm (practice from 5-5:45 pm). We will welcome new members any time. For more information, please contact Fr. Joseph at frjoseph@pittsburghoratory.org. Newman Center 10:30 Mass Music Group welcomes all musicians and vocalists for the Sunday 10:30 am Mass at the Newman Center. Besides our voices, our instruments have included guitar, keyboard, clarinet, fluute, trumpet and violin (practice from 9:30 to 10:15 am). There is always room for new members of any level of skill. Contact Barb Cass at 412-242-4118 or come to practice. Cathedral Choir is a mixed voice ensemble at the 12:00 pm Liturgy (Sept-Apr). Under the direction of the Cathedral's music director, rehearsals are held each Thursday night from 7:30-9:30 pm. Repertoire of the choir is drawn from the 15th century to present. For membership information, contact Don Fellows, Cathedral Music Director or Adam Brakel, Organist/Assoicate Music Director, at 412-621-4951. Cathedral Men's Schola typically sings the Solemn Vespers on the Sundays of Advent, Lent and other Solemnities. Plainsong, psalm-tones and other unaccompanied singing comprises the repertoire of this Chant Choir. Cathedral Women's Schola is a newly organized ensemble singing for occasional liturgies as needs arise. Plainsong, psalm-tones and other unaccompanied singing comprises the repertoire of this Chant Choir. Cathedral Cantors St. Paul Cathedral makes full use of the Ministry of Cantor. Professional cantors serve at the weekend liturgies: Saturday 6 pm, Sunday 8 am, 10 am, & 12 am. Additionally, Sunday's 6 pm liturgy utilizes the Ministry of Cantor and is under the direction of Mr. Michael McGrath.