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First Year and Transfer Student Activities through the Mission and Ministry Center

Welcome Class of 2025 and Transfer Students! We have been waiting for you all summer and are excited to have you join our SMC family! Through the Mission and Ministry Center you can participate in liturgy, grow deeper in your own faith and learn about other faith traditions, connect with other students through retreats and gatherings, explore justice education and service opportunities, and so much more! Click on the image below to connect with us so we can get to know you and keep you informed of everything we have going on as you enter into your first year at SMC.

Sunday Student Community Liturgy

Join us on Sundays at 8pm inside the SMC Chapel.

For more information or to be involved, contact Br. David Caretti, FSC at brotherdavid@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.

More information can be found here: https://www.stmarys-ca.edu/mission-and-ministry-center/becoming-catholicrcia

GaelPantry

The GaelPantry is open to all SMC students living on and off-campus through an online ordering system and in person. Orders can picked up on Tuesdays and Thursdays from the Mission and Ministry Center (between the Chapel and Oliver Hall) and the Rheem Campus. To place an order and for more information, visit our GaelPantry page, or contact Karin McClelland at klm14@stmarys-ca.edu or email gaelpantry@gmail.com.

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Interfaith Solidarity Suppers

“Interfaith Circle for Solidarity” According to Interfaith Youth Core (IFYC), "by their 4th year, 70% of students were highly committed to bridging religious divides with others...but only 32% of students reported having developed a skillset in college to interact with people of diverse beliefs." Come to the Interfaith Circle and join a community working to build respect and understanding.

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.

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 on our upcoming Justice Education opportunities, follow our social media @smcmmc or contact Karin McClelland (klm14@stmarys-ca.edu).

Blessings from Our SMC Brothers for New Students

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