First Year and Transfer Student Activities through the Mission and Ministry Center
Welcome Class of 2024!
SMC Prepares for Mainly Remote Instruction in the Fall
August 3, 2020
Move-In Day Blessings
Come by the Chapel on Move-In Day for a blessing of you and your family as you begin your Saint Mary’s journey! Times to be announced.
For more information, contact Br. David Caretti, FSC at brotherdavid@stmarys-ca.edu.
First Sunday Liturgy
Join us on Sunday, August 23 for our first student-led Mass of the academic year. Time and location to be announced.
For more information or to be involved, contact Br. David Caretti, FSC at brotherdavid@stmarys-ca.edu.
Interfaith Solidarity Suppers
“Solidarity Suppers” (free dinners and shared community in the Mission and Ministry Center) were started at SMC by the MMC in January 2016 as a response to students reporting food insecurity. The GaelPantry opened shortly thereafter in October 2016. Join us this Fall 2020 as we welcome back Solidarity Suppers in a new format as part of our Interfaith offerings. Learn about different faith traditions, build interfaith awareness, and discover ways to partner across faith traditions around issues that matter.
4:30-6:00pm on Sept. 14th, Sept. 28th, Oct. 12th, and Nov. 9th.
For more information, contact Karin McClelland at klm14@stmarys-ca.edu.
New Student Retreat
Take some time for the annual and popular New Student Retreat (NSR). This is a great opportunity for fun, faith, and new friendships. Under the direction and leadership of an outstanding staff and student leader team, we are designing a unique and exciting experience for you. Check back for more details later in August. Date TBD.
For more information on retreats, contact Br. David Caretti, FSC at brotherdavid@stmarys-ca.edu.
Social Justice Education Series
Inspired by our immersions on food justice, immigration, and homelessness, we will have opportunities for education and participation throughout the year.
For more information, or if you are interested in being part of our delegation participating in the Interfaith Leadership Institute in September, contact Karin McClelland (klm14@stmarys-ca.edu).
GaelPantry
The GaelPantry is open to all SMC students during Mission & Ministry Center hours or by appointment. First year and transfer students will receive a free gift when they stop by during the first 6 weeks of the academic year (while supplies last). The GaelPantry is located in the Mission and Ministry Center Lounge, between the Chapel and Oliver Hall.
For more information, contact Karin McClelland at klm14@stmarys-ca.edu or email mmc@stmarys-ca.edu.
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA)
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is a program for students who are interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith, becoming Catholic, or for Catholic students who want to receive their First Eucharist or Confirmation.
For more information or to sign up for this year's RCIA class, contact Br. David Caretti, FSC (brotherdavid@stmarys-ca.edu).