Planning a meeting, gathering, or activity at Newman Hall?
Please complete our Event Request Form so we can help coordinate and share your event with the community. Click the “Newman Event Scheduling Form” below.
Thank you for helping us keep our parish calendar organized and vibrant!
October
10/02-04
Fall Retreat!
Undergraduate and graduate students are invited to join us for a Fall Retreat—a time to step away from the busyness of the semester and come together as a community for worship, prayer, fellowship, and reflection.
Take some time to reconnect with your faith, meet other students, and enjoy a meaningful time of renewal with the Newman community.
10/03
Blessing of the Animals
Newman Hall Courtyard
10:30 am
Bring your beloved pets and join us for a special blessing celebrating the animals who bring so much joy and companionship to our lives!
10/10
The Berrigans, Devout and Dangerous
Newman Lounge
9-12 am
Join us for a screening of The Berrigans, Devout and Dangerous, a film exploring the lives and legacy of the Berrigans and their role in the Peace and Justice Movement. Following the screening, stay for a conversation with Sr. Marianne Farina, CSC, Fr. Chris Renz, OP, and film producer Jim Reale as they reflect on the film and the enduring connection between faith, peace, and social justice.
10/09
Installation and Blessing of Tapestry of St. John Henry Newman
Newman Chapel
6-7pm
With Bishop Michael Barber in attendance, we will install and bless a tapestry by internationally acclaimed artist John Nava, depicting St. John Henry Newman, our parish patron, in memory of our beloved Father Al Moser, CSP.
10/24
Veritas & Vino, Dominican School
Thoughtful conversations. Good wine. Great company.
Newman Lounge
6-9 pm
An evening of thoughtful conversation, fellowship, and faith, where students and the parish community gather over wine and refreshments to explore meaningful questions about life, truth, and the Catholic tradition.
Ongoing Events
On Sunday
Family Faith Formation
First Sunday of Each Month
9:00 AM in the Hecker Room
Starting on 8/30/26
Newman Families Faith Formation meets on the first Sunday of each month of the school year.
The program is for parents/guardians and their children who’ve yet to receive Confirmation and including those preparing for First Communion.
Join us by registering online,at the front desk, or by coming and registering at a session.
Our goals are to build community, to assist parents and guardians in your primary role as faith educators, and to engage the kids in learning more about our faith.We encourage you to join any session that you can, but especially the first one so that we can find out who is in our community and keep you up to date on future programming. A donation of $100 per family for the program is appreciated.
Questions? Please contact Peter or Eva Nico:
FaithFormation@calnewman.org
First Communion Class
Sundays at 9 am in the Hecker Room
Starting on 10/11/26
First Communion preparation is for elementary-age students and meets from October through mid-May.On the first Sunday of each month, students will join Eva and Peter Nico’s Faith Formation class.
Class taught by Michael Dalton.
+1 (510) 504-2015
Birthday Blessings
2nd Sunday of the month Chapel
We honor all who were born that month.
At the end of select Masses we invite people born that month to come to the altar for a blessing.
Teen Confirmation
Class starts September 20th
Sundays
9 AM to 9:55 AM
Weekly Mass attendance is required
Teen Confirmation is open to youth ages 13–17 who have been baptized and have already received First Reconciliation and First Communion. Teens who have not yet been baptized or received First Communion are still welcome to join the class. They will be baptized and receive First Communion and Confirmation together at the end of the year.
Preparation is a one-year program with weekly classes from mid-September through mid-May, following the school year calendar. Registration is open for the current school year.
Program requirements include regular attendance (no more than three absences per year), 10 hours of community service each year, knowledge of the required prayers, and choosing a sponsor and patron saint.
College students and adults interested in volunteering are welcome! Volunteers must complete finger printing before working with minors. Please contact Camilla San Juan for more information.
To register or learn more, please contact the Teen Confirmation Coordinator:
Camilla San Juan
Second Sunday Coffee & Sweets
After 8:00 AM mass
Lobby or Plaza, depending on weather
“Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.”
— Hebrews 13:16
For more information contact Christine at: christineferreira@sbcglobal.net
Sunday Hospitality
After 10 am Mass
Lobby or Plaza, depending on weather
Jesus reminds us that when we welcome others with love, we welcome Him. Hospitality is at the heart of our faith and begins in our parish community. Join us! Volunteers are needed just one Sunday a month for about 30 minutes to serve coffee, cookies, and help build community.
And one important question: what's your favorite 🍪?
“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).
To volunteer: Contact Lorina Tornai ldaves@sbcglobal.net
Blood Pressure Screening
Sundays
After 10 AM mass
After the 10:00 AM Mass, members of our community are invited to stop by and have their blood pressure checked. It’s a simple way to take a moment for your health and well-being.
Everyone is welcome!
Freshman Men's Bible Study Group
Sundays
3:30 to 5 pm
Patio Room
Join FOCUS for a men’s Bible study and a time of fellowship, prayer, and faith-sharing. Come together with other men to grow deeper in your relationship with Christ and discover how Scripture can guide us in our daily lives.
All men are welcome!
For more information contact:
Zegna Picano
Monday
Second Vatican Council Monday Night Series
Every Monday
7:00 PM to 9 PM
Starting September 21st
Emphasis on dei Verbum, Sacrosanctum Concilium, & Lumen Gentium. Please join us every Monday for presentations and discussion until the end of the Fall Semester.
Featuring:
Fr. Pius Youn, OP & Parish Council
Fr. Thomas Aquinas Pickett, OP
Fr. Chris Renz, OP
Sr. Marianne Farina, CSC
Tuesday
OCIA
Everyone Is Welcome
Are you curious about the Catholic faith? Thinking about becoming Catholic? Looking to complete your sacraments or simply deepen your understanding of what the Church teaches? Exploring Catholicism (OCIA) is a welcoming journey for anyone who wants to learn more about the Catholic faith and what it means to follow Jesus Christ.
Program starts September 8, 2026
Tuesdays at 7:00 PM, lasting approximately 1.5 hours.
Sacraments will be received during Easter Vigil Mass on March 27, 2027 at Newman Hall-Holy Spirit Parish
Led by Fr. Andrew Thomas Kang, OP.
To join please complete this form: Join OCIA
This journey is for:
Adults who wish to be baptized.
Christians from other traditions who are interested in becoming Catholic.
Catholics who wish to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Catholics seeking to renew or deepen their understanding of the faith.
Anyone who is simply curious and wants to explore.
Whether you're ready to take the next step or just beginning to ask questions, you'll find a welcoming community where you can learn, reflect, and grow at your own pace.
Join us as we explore the teachings of the Catholic Church, the beauty of the sacraments, and what it means to live as a disciple of Jesus Christ.
Catechism Reading Group YAPS
Every other Tuesday
Hecker Room
7 pm
Ages 22–40
Join other young adults in exploring the Catholic faith through the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Together, we’ll read, discuss, and reflect on what the Church teaches and how it connects with our everyday lives and faith journeys.
No extensive knowledge of the Catechism is needed—just come with curiosity, questions, and a willingness to learn together. All young adults ages 22–40 are welcome!
Any questions reach out to Ruvianne Mercado
Lina and Laura's Bible Study
Tuesdays
4:00 –5:00 pm
Patio Room
Looking for a welcoming space to deepen your faith and grow in your relationship with God? Join Lina & Laura’s Bible Study group! Together, we’ll explore Scripture, share our reflections, ask questions, and support one another as we discover how God’s Word speaks to our lives today.
Everyone is welcome — whether you’re new to Bible study or have been reading Scripture for years. Come as you are and join us for conversation, community, and faith.
We’d love to have you with us!
For more information click here
FOCUS Women Bible Study
Starting September 8th
Tuesdays
5:00 – 7:00 pm
Patio Room
Join FOCUS for a women’s Bible study and a time of fellowship, prayer, and faith-sharing. Come together with other women to grow deeper in your relationship with Christ and discover how Scripture can guide and strengthen your daily life.
All women are welcome!
For more information contact:
Gabriella Dogue
Choir Rehearsal
Tuesday at 7PM
In the Chapel
Under the direction of our new musician, John Pavik.
The choir will prepare music for the Sunday 10 AM Mass. Students and parishioners interested in learning more about music ministry at Newman are invited to contact John Pavik.
Contact John Pavik at:
313-400-5494
jspavik@berkeley.edu
Peacemakers meeting
Second Tuesday every month
In the Gallery
Under the direction of Fr Bill O'Donnell
You’re invited to join the Peacemakers monthly meeting. Come together with others in our community to learn, reflect, share ideas, and explore ways to build peace.
Everyone is welcome!
For more information click here
Wednesday
Newman Elders
Second Wednesday of the month, Gallery
Everyone >60
1 pm
Our Newman Elders group is for members in their 60s and older.
We gather monthly on the second Wednesday for a potluck lunch, prayer, presentations, and conversation on topics relevant to the group.
Activities also include outings, such as concerts, exhibitions, and local program presentations.
Elders welcomes any Newman member who meets the age requirement and shares a commitment to faith and community.
Men's Bible Study Group
Wednesdays
6 to 7 pm
Patio Room
Join FOCUS for a men’s Bible study and a time of fellowship, prayer, and faith-sharing. Come together with other men to grow deeper in your relationship with Christ and discover how Scripture can guide us in our daily lives.
All men are welcome!
For more information contact:
Zegna Picano
Catholicism WOW!
Wednesdays during the academic year · 7:00–8:00 p.m.
Zoom
Come explore the Catholic faith with us! Catholicism WOW! is a welcoming conversation about the richness, beauty, and relevance of our Catholic faith. Each week, we explore a different topic—from Scripture, the Mass, and the lives of the saints to current events, the writings of the Pope, social justice, and everyday experiences of faith.
Curious about your faith? Have questions? Come join us.
You don’t need to be an expert—just bring your curiosity and an open mind. Eat dinner during the meeting, arrive late, or leave early. There’s no obligation to attend every week.
Want to join us Wednesdays 7 - 8?
Zoom Meetings link
Meeting ID: 814 1113 6986
Passcode: 422019
Questions?
Yvette — yvetteniccolls@gmail.com
Ned — niccolls@comcast.net
Newman Communal Rosary
Newman Chapel
Twice a week
Wednesdays after 12:10 mass
Saturdays at 11:45 before mass
Come pray the Rosary with us in community. Take a moment to slow down, reflect, and draw closer to Mary and Jesus through prayer. All are welcome, whether you pray the Rosary regularly or are joining for the first time.
Come as you are and pray with us!
Newman Live!
Student Ministry
Every Wednesday, this coming week FOCUS Missionaries will host!
Multiversity Room
7pm
Join us for a fun and welcoming evening of fellowship, dinner, and conversation! Each week brings something new—from karaoke and scavenger hunts to games, activities, and meaningful conversations.
It’s a great opportunity to meet new people, enjoy a meal together, and build community. We resume August 19, 2026—come join us!
Contact details will be coming soon!
YAPS Bible Study
Bible Study
7:00 – 8:00pm
Every 2 weeks on Wednesday
For more information contact:
newmanyaps@calnewman.org
Thursday
Scripture sharing group
Emmaus Group
Thursday via Zoom
7:15 pm
We reflect on the upcoming Sunday’s readings—Old Testament, Psalm, Epistle, and Gospel—and share how Scripture speaks to our lives and faith journeys. This is not simply a Bible study or prayer group, but faith sharing in community, rooted in Scripture. Leadership rotates and bringing your own perspective is part of the experience. Attendance is drop-in, so come when you can. Many participants find it deepens their appreciation of the Liturgy of the Word and the Church’s seasons throughout the year.
Please contact Elizabeth to join the meeting.
Centering Prayer & Lectio Divina
Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. · Patio Room, Second Floor
Start your day with an hour of contemplative silence and listening in community. Open to all, this gathering offers two simple practices that invite us to slow down, listen deeply, and rest in God’s presence.
Centering Prayer is a quiet, contemplative practice of resting in God’s presence. Lectio Divina is a prayerful way of listening to Scripture and allowing it to speak to our lives.
No prior experience is needed. If you’re new to either practice, please arrive at 9:45 a.m. for a brief introduction.
Centering Prayer via Zoom
Mondays at 6:30 p.m. · San Damiano Retreat Center Online
For more information about Centering Prayer, visit Contemplative Outreach.
Friday
Gentle Nature Walk
Saturday
12 to 12:30
Various East Bay Parks
For more information contact
Bob Gannon rmgannon@pacbell.net
+1 510) 304 1480
Open Door AA Meeting
Multiversity Room
7:15 to 8:45 pm
For more information contact:
Clay B.
+1 (510) 325 7462
bcanheal@gmail.com
or
Melinda Howard-Herrarte.
+1(510) 409 4614
quetalquetzal@gmail.com
Undergraduate Women's Group
Fridays
Patio Room
6:30 pm
Join us for a study of Mariology, prayer, and fellowship!
Saturday
Women in Conversation
2nd Saturday every other month during the academic year:
September, November, January, March & May,
Newman Lounge
9:30 am
Women in Conversation meets bimonthly Saturday mornings to consider theology, scripture, spirituality, and Church issues from women’s perspectives, to deepen prayer and discernment practices, and to support one another as women in the Church.
For more information contact:
newmanwomen@gmail.com
Friends of L’Arche
Every 3rd Saturday
September 19th, October 17th
Multiversity Room 5 to 8 pm
"Make known the gifts of people with intellectual disabilities"
Our Mission: Make known the gifts, insights, and leadership potential of people with intellectual disabilities, revealed through mutually transforming relationships. Foster an environment that responds to changing needs of our members while remaining faithful to the core values of our founding story. Work towards a more human society through engagement with our communities’ diverse cultures.
For more information contact:
Marie and Curt Campbell: cuma1977@att.net
(510) 799 5791
Instagram: larchefriends_bayarea
larcheusa.org
friendsoflarchesfba.org
Loaves & Fishes
1st Saturday of the month Multiversity
2pm to 4:30pm
Serve take-out or eat in meals to our unhoused neighbors.
Contact Joseph to explore how you can help.
Information on Loaves & Fishes
Newman Communal Rosary
Newman Chapel
Twice a week
Wednesdays after 12:10 mass
Saturdays at 11:45 before mass
Come pray the Rosary with us in community. Take a moment to slow down, reflect, and draw closer to Mary and Jesus through prayer. All are welcome, whether you pray the Rosary regularly or are joining for the first time.
Come as you are and pray with us!
