September 21-31, 2025
Confessions on the Quad - September 24th
All Corps of Cadets are invited to join us for Confessions on the Quad on Wednesday, September 24th from 7-8:30pm. Come be cleansed of your sins in the comfort of your own quad!
Park Day - September 28th
Join us for a park day at Austin’s Colony Park from 3-5pm on Sunday, September 28th. We’ll play football, basketball, flickerball, and pickleball. Bring a friend and come hang out!
EIM Workshops - September 24 & 28th
EIM Workshops are this week. Wednesday, September 24th 6:30-9:30pm & Sunday, September 28th - 2-5pm. Registration is required! Learn more and register at /eim
Aggie Awakening 126 Registration
Looking to go on a retreat where you can awaken your faith and grow your relationship with Christ? Aggie Awakening 126 takes place from October 31st - November 2nd. Registration begins on September 27th after the 5:30pm Mass. Learn more at /awakening
October 1-11, 2025
Spring Break Mission Trip Applications - October 1st
Applications to go on a Mission Trip over Spring Break open on October 1st! This year, we’re going to Honduras, Philadelphia, and South Texas. Learn more at /missiontrips
Parish Feast Day - October 7th
Our Parish Feast day, Our Lady of the Rosary, is on Tuesday, October 7th. We’ll begin with a Rosary at 5:00pm followed by 5:30pm Mass in the New Church followed by a light reception in the student center. If you would like to have your Rosary blessed, please bring it with you to be blessed after Mass.
Eucharistic Procession - October 9th
Mark your calendars for a Eucharistic Procession on Thursday, October 9th. More details to come!
Find Your People
Pescadores — Mondays at 7 PM, Event Center
Spanish-speaking student group from Texas A&M and Blinn, building faith, serving the community, and finding family at St. Mary’s — Begins September 8th. [Learn more]
OCIA — Tuesdays at 7 PM, Event Center
For adults interested in becoming Catholic or completing their Sacraments. New classes start each semester — Fall class begins September 2nd . [Learn more]
The Rock — Tuesdays at 9 PM, Historic Church
A night of prayer, praise, worship, and reflection led by students — creating a space to encounter Christ and seek renewal. [Learn more]
John 15 — Thursdays at 7 PM, Event Center
A community for freshmen to grow in faith and friendship at St. Mary’s — Begins September 4th. [Learn more]
Home Groups — Times & locations vary
Small groups to dive deeper into the Catholic faith and encounter Christ in community. [Learn more]
Emmaus — Times & locations vary
Where greek students bring the values of brotherhood and sisterhood into a community centered on christ. [Learn more]
Aggie Catholic Athlete — Times & locations vary
Bible studies for student-athletes to grow in faith individually or as a team. [Learn more]
Catholics on the Quad — Times & locations vary
Men’s and women’s Bible studies for members of the Corps of Cadets. [Learn more]
Fall 2025 Chastity Small Groups
Grow in freedom and virtue through community and ongoing formation in chastity. [Learn more]
Serve & Volunteer
Music Ministry
Lead the St. Mary’s community in prayer through music at Mass and other liturgies. [Learn more]
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Assist in distributing the Body and Blood of Christ at Mass. [Learn more]
Readers
Proclaim the Word of God during the Liturgy of the Word at Mass. [Learn more]
Ushers
Welcome parishioners, assist with seating, and help ensure the flow of the liturgy. [Learn more]
Hospitality Team
Create a welcoming environment for parishioners and visitors at Mass and parish events. [Learn more]
Local Service Opportunities
Serve and encounter the poor through outreach to the homeless, elderly, and mothers in need. [Learn more]
SMYRT (St. Mary’s Youth Retreat Team)
College students on fire with the love of Jesus, preparing and leading retreats each semester for middle and high school students in surrounding parishes. [Learn more]
Prayer & Discernment
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Encounter Christ in silent prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. Available in the chapel throughout the week. [Learn more]
Discernment Dinners
Join other students for an evening of good food, conversation, and prayer focused on discovering God’s call for your life — whether to marriage, religious life, or priesthood. [Learn more]
Magnify
A monthly night of adoration, praise and worship, and a message to help you encounter Jesus in a deeper way. Come as you are — all are welcome. [Learn more]
Resources & Opportunities
Download the St. Mary’s App
One place. Your people. Group chats, events, and Fr. Will’s homilies — all in your pocket. [Download now]
New Church Closed on Monday Mornings
The new church opens at 3:30 PM on Mondays to allow for cleaning after the weekend.
Parking at St. Mary’s
Wondering where to park? We’ve got you covered. [Learn more]
Spiritual Direction
Meet with Fr. Art for confession or spiritual direction on Mondays. [Email for Next Avaliable Opening]
St. Mary’s Unexpected Pregnancy Hotline
Confidential help and resources for those facing an unexpected pregnancy. Call or text 979-320-9780.
The Pursuit
A confidential ministry for students experiencing same-sex attraction or gender dysphoria, supporting a life of virtue. [Learn more]
New Here?
From the back pew of the Church to third deck in Kyle Field, from late-night study sessions to morning prayer with friends, you don’t have to do college alone. Let’s Start with Howdy!