There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them. There are different kinds of service, but the same Lord. There are different kinds of working, but in all of them and in everyone it is the same God at work.
Corinthians 12: 4-6
Ways to Give
Planned Giving
Our parishioners' weekly and monthly financial generosity is deeply appreciated and is what has kept Newman the vibrant and active faith community it has been for over a hundred years. Your giving has now provided generations of Cal students a spiritual home, a place of rest and recreation and contributed to their faith formation as the future of the Church.
Click below to explore the three major ways you can make a commitment to the long-term financial stability of Newman, and feel free to contact Rob Hopcke or Arthur Guimaraes on our Parish Advancement Team at 510-848-7812 or via email at giving@calnewman.org for any questions or for more information.
The Newman Legacy Society
All parishioners who include Holy Spirit Parish - Newman Hall in their planned giving automatically become members of "The Newman Legacy Society" and will receive a small lapel pin in thanks: our way of honoring you for your generosity to the future of the Church and a way you can witness to your legacy.
As a Catholics, our devotion to the community of the saints and the souls of the faithful departed is a central aspect of our faith, and so any and all gifts you make can be donated in the memory of a loved one, or in honor of a particular academic class, and these all can be acknowledged publicly, if you so desire, or kept anonymous--your wishes will be respected.
Disclaimer: Everyone's financial, tax, and legal situation is different, so the above information is provided solely for your general consideration. All decisions concerning planned giving to Newman should be undertaken after a review and consultation with a financial, tax or legal professional familiar with your particular needs.
Holy Spirit Parish - Newman Hall is 501(c)3 public charity. Tax ID: 94-1167411
Volunteer
Want to help with Masses?
We’d love to have: Lectors to read a Mass, Eucharistic Ministers to serve Communion, Sacristans to set up for the Mass and clean up afterwards, Slide advancers to make sure that people can read the prayers and sing the lyrics at the right moments, Chapel cleaners to sweep and dust the chapel, Mass Linen preparers to wash and iron the cloths used during the Mass
We’d love to have your help.. these tasks are performed by volunteers.
Have you taken an opportunity to pitch in? Perhaps now is the time?
Loaves and Fishes
Is an outreach ministry of Newman Hall-Holy Spirit Parish providing Community Dinners to the needy and homeless in the Berkeley-Oakland area. Any community member who would like to prepare and/or serve meals to the homeless is welcome to participate. Approved expenses with receipts are reimbursed. Volunteers must be at least high school age, and must sign up for all events in advance.
What we do
Take-Away & Patio dinners for 70-80 Guests (including children) in to-go bags.
Presently, a skeleton crew of volunteers: shops, prepares, cooks, packages and serves food, and cleans up.
Preparations for the Take-Away meals are on the morning of the 1st Saturday of each month.
Meals are distributed from 2 to 4:30 PM.
How can I volunteer:
Contact Joe Burns at: lf.newman.hall@gmail.com
Volunteering with other organizations to help provide services to people experiencing homelessness:
Reach out to: JC Orton of the Catholic Worker (510) 684 1892
Food Not Bombs https://eastbayfoodnotbombs.org
To help financially:
We value your financial support. If you would like to contribute, please give here and select “Loaves & Fishes” under Funds:
Write a check payable to Loaves & Fishes, send to: Loaves & Fishes, 2700 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
Donate via Venmo at the top of this page. Add in the notes, “Loaves & Fishes”.
The Loaves & Fishes Team thanks you for supporting our outreach ministry at Newman.
Sunday 10 am Hospitality
“In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus tells us, “I was a stranger and you welcomed me… Whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine you did for me” (Matthew 25:35, 40).
This is a bold statement! Jesus tells us that whenever we welcome one another with Christ-like love, we are welcoming Him. By serving others, we serve Him. It reminds us how important it is to help people feel that they belong and that they are loved. Hospitality is at the heart of everything we do as Christians, and it begins right here at home—in our own parish family. Thank you!
We offer Coffee and Treats after the Sunday 10 AM Mass as an opportunity for us to gather and build community. Volunteers help serve coffee and cookies one Sunday a month for about 30 minutes, and we currently have openings.
Come meet fellow community members and have some fun. And one important question: what’s your favorite cookie? 🍪
Our Sunday 10 am Coffee and Donuts Ministry needs you!
How can I volunteer:
Contact Lorina Tornai: ldaves@sbcglobal.net
To help financially:
We value your financial support. If you would like to contribute, please give here and select “Coffee and Donuts” under Funds. Thank you for helping us build community.
The
Coffee & Donuts Team thanks you for supporting our outreach ministry at Newman.
Need your 2025 Annual Giving Statement?
Statements were emailed on February 9th 2026. Scan the QR code here to request a copy. Note: Faith Direct donations are not included—please download those statements directly from Faith Direct.
