INVOLVED STUDENT ASSEMBLY
There will be an Involved Student Assembly right after the 11:00 AM Mass on Sunday, September 26th in the chapel. Students involved in our many activities will be present. It will be an opportunity to get to know them. The theme is involvement and discussion about ways of involving others. The assembly will conclude with a meal. The experience will end by 1:30 PM. If you wish to attend sign the list at the reception desk.
TRANSITIONS - A GROUP FOR FRESHMEN
The beginning of college life can be daunting for any new student. It is easy to feel lost in the shuffle and be uncertain where to begin your college journey. The goal of the Transitions group is to ease the transition from High School to College that first year students face. This student-led group helps introduce first year students to the U.I. as well as the Newman Center. Our central belief is that Christian faith and growth can accompany and compliment the college experience. Through the group you will have time for many social activities, discussion and introductions to other students at the Newman Center. Go ahead and drop Troy a note at troy@newman-ic.org or just stop by his office if you have any questions. Every Thursday evening at 9:00 PM we meet at the horseshoe desk upstairs, then head to the game room downstairs. Feel free to bring a friend along.
LECTOR AND EUCHARISTIC MINISTER TRAINING
Our Ministry at the Newman Center relies heavily on your help and willingness to volunteer. New Ministers who signup will have the opportunity to schedule an appointment during the week to receive training. It is easy to schedule an individual appointment with Troy. We are looking for an additional 50 people to help with the Eucharistic Ministry, and 30 to help with Lectoring. Email troy@newman-ic.org to get signed up.
HOLY HOUR AND EVENING PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS
On Tuesday evenings from 8:00-9:00 PM we will have exposition and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament as well as Evening Prayer. This will take place in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel (off of the Main Chapel). This time of prayer will be offered in a special way for an increase of vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, religious life, and committed lay service within the Church. Please consider joining us for this hour with the Lord in which we beg the “Master of the Harvest” to send more laborers into the field. Our first holy hour will be Tuesday, August 31st.
PRESENTATION OF JOHN HENRY CARDINAL NEWMAN
Michael Novak, the George Frederick Jewitt Scholar in Religion and Philosophy and Public Policy at the American Enterprise Institute in Washington, D.C. will share reflections on the importance of Cardinal Newman to campus ministry after the 11:00 AM Mass on Sunday, September 12th. Reception will follow.
DISTRIBUTION OF THE EUCHARIST AT UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS
Those wanting to participate in this ministry will be required to attend a training session at University Hospitals on Sunday afternoon, September 19th, 2-3PM. If you check this interest on the registration card, you will receive a mailing with further information.
ALPHA IS COMING
Beginning September 12th the ALPHA program will run for 10 weeks. ALPHA is an introduction to Christianity for some and a renewal for life long Catholic Christians. It will be held following the 6:00 PM Mass and always begin with a sit-down meal followed by presentation and discussion. This will be the 5th year we have had the ALPHA course and it has been very successful and inspirational. An explanatory flyer and sign-up sheet are available in the gathering space.
FAITH SHARING - NON STUDENT
If you would like to join this faith sharing group, call Marty Fields for information at 337-4699 or e-mail mfields@avalon.net
PRAYER AND STUDY SPACE
The Newman Center is like your parish in that we always have weekend services. But it is also a student center, you can use it all week. In particular, there are study spaces; quiet places for prayer and reflection ( the main chapel and the Blessed Sacrament Chapel). The staff is here to be of service to you. You can make appointments to talk or just stop by to chat.
RCIA - RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION
This is a process of entering the Catholic community through prayer, introspection, information and inspiration. Do you know someone who is interested? Maybe that person is YOU. Please extend them an invitation and call Fr. Thom at the Newman Center, 337-3106, or e-mail him at thom@newman-ic.org
DAILY SERVICES
There is a Eucharistic Liturgy in the chapel Monday through Friday at 5:15 PM. Other weekday services are listed on the calendar in the bulletin.
HAMBURG INN DONATION PROGRAM TO THE NEWMAN CENTER
Hamburg Inn would like to remind everyone about our tithe program. Just tell your members that every time they dine at Hamburg Inn 10% of their meal ticket will be donated to your organization. It’s easy; just bring in your weekly service bulletin so we can attach the meal ticket to it and we will track your member’s purchases and send out a check to your organization. It is our way of helping to support the Good Work you do. Over $800.00 has already been donated!
FREE LUNCH
The Newman Center provides Free Lunch the 1st Saturday of February, April, June, August, October and December. Free Lunch is served at the Wesley House at 12:00 PM. We usually serve 125 guests. A sign-up sheet is put on the table in the gathering space three weeks prior and announcements are made. We ask for donations of food, setting up for lunch and serving. For more info call Ronda at 337-3106 |
GRADUATE STUDENT DISCUSSION GROUP
If you are a graduate student interested in participating in a discussion group, contact Cheyanne.boddiker@gmail.com
BIBLE STUDIES
Hey everyone! We will be starting our Bible study this week by covering numerology in the Bible. Numbers play such an important role in biblical stories...but why? We shall find this out! It will be a fun hour and a great way to meet some awesome new people. Bring a friend! We are going to meet at the front desk at 8:00 PM on Tuesday September 7. Hope you all can make it!! Any questions please e-mail Rachel at rachel-assell@uiowa.edu
ANTIOCH RETREAT FOR FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORES
Antioch is an exciting 24 hours to escape from the daily routines of your new college life. You will form a new community through discussion, group activities, talks and recreation. In this environment you will begin to understand how your faith and spirituality will find a new home here at the University. The event starts on Friday Sept. 17th at 6 PM and ends Saturday at 7 PM. You will have plenty of time left in your weekend to spend with friends. The theme is ‘Get Connected’. If interested in participating, leave your name at the Newman Center.
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT ACTIVITIES INFORMATION SESSION AND DINNER
Please join us Sunday, September 12th at 5:00 PM (between Masses) in the large study room for a bite to eat and to get information about September activities at the Newman Center.
MUSIC MINISTRY AT THE NEWMAN CENTER
Do you play an instrument (any type!) or like to sing? We have opportunities for those interested in music. If you wish to become involved in our music ministry program here at the Newman Center, contact JOE MATTINGLY. Call him direct at 338-8812 or e-mail at nspinfo@newmansingers.com
INQUIRY INTO THE CATHOLIC FAITH SERIES
The Newman Center will present a 3- series overview of the Catholic faith for three consecutive Sundays: September 19, 26 and October 3rd from 10-11:00AM or 5-6:00 PM. Anyone is welcome! For more information e-mail Jacque at jacque@newman-ic.org or Fr. Thom at the Newman Center, 337-3106, or e-mail him at thom@newman-ic.org
'COME AND SEE' DISCERNMENT DAYS
This coming fall, a day of reflection for those discerning a vocation to the priesthood, diaconate, or religious life or for anyone who wants to learn more about discernment, prayer and vocation will be held at the following parishes of our diocese:
Saturday, September 18- St.Mary, Pella (9 AM-12 PM)
Saturday, October 2- St. Alphonsus, Mt. Pleasant
(9:30 AM-12:30 PM)
Thursday, November 4- Our Lady of Victory, Davenport (6 PM-9 PM)
Sunday, November 21- St. Mary, Williamsburg (2 PM- 5 PM)
For further information contact the Newman Center.
REGISTRATION CARD
If you are new to the Newman Center please fill out one of our Registration Cards. They are available at the baptistry.
AUTOMATIC CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE OFFERTORY
If anyone wants to implement the option of electronic fund transfer for your contributions to the Offertory, please contact Ronda in our office, 337-3106 or ronda@newman-ic.org
DATES TO NOTE FOR THE FALL
- Retreat Dates:
Antioch: September 17-18 ( A new student retreat) Theme: “Get Connected”
Journey: October 15-17
- Interested in becoming Catholic? Ask for information from any staff member or e-mail Fr. Jeff at jeff@newman-ic.org
- Marriage Preparation Initial Meeting: This meeting is required for anyone wishing to do preparation through the Newman Center. Sunday, September 12th, from 10-11:00 AM.
- Inquiry Into The Catholic Faith: This is required for all inter-faith engaged couples: Sundays at 10:00 AM or 5:00 PM; September 19, 26 and October 3.
WORLD YOUTH DAY 2011 IN MADRID SPAIN
Fr. Thom Hennen would like to organize a group of students to go to World Youth Day 2011 in Madrid, Spain. We would join with the pilgrimage group from the Diocese of Des Moines. The approximate cost of the trip would be $3250 per student. This includes travel, lodging, two meals per day, registration, a prayer book and pilgrim guide. There would be fundraising opportunities to help cover the cost of the trip as well as possible sponsorship by benefactors. The dates of the trip would be from August 10-22, 2011. Note that this would be right before school starts in the fall, so students would need to plan accordingly. If you are interested (or even curious) about this trip please contact Fr. Thom at the Newman Center at (319) 337-3106 ext. 106 or e-mail him at thom@newman-ic.org.
JOURNEY IN FAITH DISCUSSIONS
Each year we sponsor interactions between Catholic faculty/ staff and students addressing the topic of how their faith life and professional life interface. The faculty/staff person makes a short presentation followed by discussion. Thursday, September 9th- Kathleen Hession, our Catholic Scholar, will present.
TEACHING RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
There are two programs in town. Coralville is St. Thomas More, 3000 12th Avenue, 337-4321. East side is Regina Religious Education, on Rochester Ave., 351-7638. You can call on your own or, if you marked this interest on your registration card, your name will be sent to both programs.
VISITING THE ELDERLY
If you checked the interest of visiting the elderly, we have scheduled 2 orientation sessions at the Newman Center:
Sunday, September 12th between morning and evening Masses at 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM in the lounge.
Joan Cook who coordinates this for Johnson County will facilitate these sessions- if you want to participate and none of these times work for you, leave your name at the Newman Center.
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