This Week at St. Mary’s
The events listed below are unique events for this week. We have plenty of organizations that meet weekly that are not listed. Find an organization that interest you on our community page.
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The Week of April 27
New Church closed on Monday mornings
A reminder that the New Church will open at 3:30pm on Mondays to provide time to clean up from the weekend.
I Want to Get Involved
If you're looking for ways to get involved and grow in your faith, we've got plenty of opportunities for you! Check out what's happening below, and if you're ready to take the next step, simply drop us a line at aggiecatholic.org/pluggedin and we'll take it from there.
Summer Sunday Mass Schedule
The Summer Sunday Mass Schedule will go into effect on Sunday, May 18, 2025. Only the 9:00am, 1:00pm Spanish, & 6:00pm Masses will be offered.
Beginning this week, only the 5:30pm Daily Mass will be offered. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament has also ended for the academic year, but Jesus still waits for you in the tabernacle and you can still come to adore Him.
Now
Float Trip 2025
Our annual Float Trip on the river is Wednesday, May 7! Cost is $25 to include tube and shuttle service. Departure time from St. Mary’s is 7:00am with an optional 6:30am Mass in the old church. Visit aggiecatholic.org/floattrip to sign up and learn more! The deadline to sign up is Sunday, May 4.
Fall 2025 Chastity Small Groups
You don’t have to be stuck. And you don’t have to do it alone. You can grow in freedom. Together, we can become men and women on a journey of ongoing growth in chastity. Visit aggiecatholic.org/chastity for more info and to join our interest list for Fall 2025.
Summer OCIA & Confirmation
If you will be here in the summer, and are interested in becoming Catholic or receiving your sacraments, join us for summer OCIA and Confirmation. Classes are on Tuesdays beginning May 27 at 6:15pm in Room 211. Sign up and learn more at aggiecatholic.org/ocia
Finals Wall is Up This Week
Got a project or exam coming up? Your community at St. Mary's would love to pray for you. Look for the finals wall going up this week in the student center, across from the Holy Roastery. Join us in lifting each other up in prayer as you power through finals week!
Lost and Found
Have you been missing your water bottle or found yourself without an ear bud during the semester or can't seem to find your computer cord? Check out the lost and found! Items will be in the student lounge starting this week.
Monday 4.28
Emmaus
For all those in Greek life or men's or women's orgs, Emmaus will be having Mass at the FIJI barn on Monday, April 28 at 8:30pm. The doors will open at 8:00pm and Mass will begin at 8:30pm. Stick around after to hang out and enjoy some s'mores. The address is 4820 Koppe Bridge Road. Hope to see you there!
Wednesday 4.30
Memorial Requiem Mass for Pope Francis
All are invited to join in prayer for the repose of Pope Francis who passed on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025. This special Requiem Mass will be held at St. Mary's on Wednesday, April 30 at 5:30pm. All are welcome to join.
Thursday 5.1
Connect 2025 Sign-Ups Open May 1st
Are you or someone you know an incoming freshman or transfer student this fall? We’re excited to welcome incoming students into the Aggie Catholic family through genuine friendship and a relationship with Jesus Christ. Sign up today or pass this along to someone you know! stmarysconnect.com
Sunday 5.4
Senior Day
Graduating seniors are invited to attend Senior Day on Sunday, May 4. We’ll celebrate a Baccalaureate Mass at 11:00am (wear your cap and gown!) with a lunch program afterwards. Former students will lead breakout sessions on finding community after college. RSVP at aggiecatholic.org/seniorday
Other News
Jubilee Year 2025 - Pilgrims of Hope
Be on the lookout for changes to landscaping and A Jubilee Year is a special year of remission of sins and universal pardon within the Catholic Church. Historically it happens every 25 years and is a time for spiritual renewal and conversion. The Jubilee Year is a sacred time for the Catholic Church, offering an opportunity to deepen our faith and experience God’s abundant mercy.
To learn more and how you can participate and receive an indulgence, visit aggiecatholic.org/jubilee.
How Do I Navigate Parking at St. Mary’s?
Parking for Masses on the weekend is available in our main lot out to your left, the small lot behind the Sonoco gas station and the small lot across from the old church as well as over flow parking in the gravel lot by the Hudson apartments across from the main lot.
Free parking is also available at the Northgate garage off College Main on Sunday mornings.
During the week if you come to pray or to study or hang out in the student center, you simply need to check in with the receptionist for the time that you’re in our buildings. If you’d like to park so as to also go to class we ask that you pay the daily fee through ParkMobile.
If you have any questions stop by or visit aggiecatholic.org/parking.
FOCUS Athlete Outreach
Are you an athlete looking to get involved? We have athlete Bible studies available to help you or your team grow in your faith! Fill out this Google Form to get connected!
Catholics on the Quad
Are you a Cadet looking for Catholic community? There are FOCUS Bible studies for both men and women Cadets to help you grow in your faith and fellowship. Visit aggiecatholic.org/cadet to fill out the form and we’ll take it from there.
St. Mary’s Unexpected Pregnancy Hotline
If you or someone you know is unexpectedly pregnant, please know that St. Mary's has resources to support materially, psychologically, and spiritually both during and after pregnancy. We have a dedicated hotline (979-320-9780) that you can call or text with your first name and contact information. An adult will follow up with you. Students are not leading this ministry.
Local Service Opportunities
St. Mary's has many new ongoing opportunities this year to serve and encounter the poor through events such as lunch in the park with people in need, street ministry in Austin, Bingo and Ice Cream socials with the elderly, and helping mothers in need at the Elizabeth Home. If you would like more information visit aggiecatholic.org/service.
The Pursuit
Did you know? St. Mary's has a ministry called The Pursuit for students who experience same-sex attraction or gender dysphoria. The Pursuit provides a supportive and formative community of fellow students striving to live a virtuous life. Participation in this ministry is confidential. For more information, email thepursuit@aggiecatholic.org or visit aggiecatholic.org/thepursuit
St. Mary’s Podcasts
St. Mary’s hosts a few podcasts for some Catholicism on the go. If you want to hear homilies, check out our Aggie Catholic Homilies podcast. For talks like those heard at Magnify, check out our Aggie Catholic Talks podcast.
Spiritual Direction
Fr. Art is here to meet with individuals for spiritual direction or confession on Mondays beginning at 8:30am. His schedule is specifically reserved for students from 11am-3pm. You can sign up at the front desk or by emailing the receptionist at info@aggiecatholic.org.
Looking for more?
If you are looking for ways to jump in more regularly here at St. Mary’s click the link below to discover all of our ministries you can join now like The Rock (praise and worship), SMYRT (provides High School and Middle School Retreats), local service events, and more!