The Newman Center began in 1915 as a Newman Club founded for the purpose of bringing fellow Catholic students together in faith and fellowship at the University of Oregon. That basic mission has not changed over the years. In this worrisome world of today, where is there a safe place for Catholic students and those interested in the Faith to gather and learn about God's everlasting love? Newman is that place!
Over the last few years we have survived, financially, but God calls us to thrive. Two years of COVID and the current economy are having a dramatic impact on our budget and our mission. We are estimating a $59,000 budget deficit this year.
Inflation has impacted everyone and the Church is no different. It costs more today to keep our doors open and make Newman a welcoming place for all. It is time to stop surviving; instead it is time to thrive! We need your support to make this happen. The Newman Center relies completely on your generosity and you make the difference!
Over the last few years we have survived, financially, but God calls us to thrive. Two years of COVID and the current economy are having a dramatic impact on our budget and our mission. We are estimating a $59,000 budget deficit this year.
Inflation has impacted everyone and the Church is no different. It costs more today to keep our doors open and make Newman a welcoming place for all. It is time to stop surviving; instead it is time to thrive! We need your support to make this happen. The Newman Center relies completely on your generosity and you make the difference!
What we do:
- Mass, Adoration, Praise and Worship Nights, Candlelight Mass, Mass on Campus
- Campus Ministry - Newman Nights, Young Adults Group, Retreats, Mission Trip, Service Projects, Leadership Training
- Faith Formation Programs - RCIA, Confirmation, Marriages, Baptisms
- FOCUS Missionaries - Bible Studies, Seek Conference, Mini Retreats
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What we desire to achieve for our students:
What we desire to achieve for our students:
- Growing in a closer relationship with Jesus Christ
- Relationship building and lifelong friendships
- Instilling service to those less fortunate
- Forming future church leaders
- Deepening the knowledge of our faith
- Provide a safe place for young Catholics to gather
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Our successes:
Our mission is essential to the future of the Catholic church of tomorrow. Over the past several years we have had students go forward and dedicate their lives in the following ways:
- Working for the Catholic church at parishes
- Teaching at Catholic schools
- Working for various Catholic charities
- Dedicating a few years of their lives to do Mission work on campus and in urban cities
- Starting families and raising their children in the faith
- Several are exploring vocations, including one with the Western Dominican Province
We are most grateful for the support you have given to the Newman Center over the years. Thank you! We are asking that you prayerfully consider giving a Christmas Gift this year.
The Dominican friars and Newman staff ask that God's abundant love shines down upon you and your family during this Advent season; may He be in your hearts and in your thoughts. We wish you and your family a wonderful Advent and Christmas Season. May you experience the joyful hope of knowing God seeks to bless you abundantly with His presence and love!
Yours in Jesus Christ,
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Fr. Pius Youn, O.P
Pastor
Pastor
Your support makes this critical ministry possible.
All donations will go into the general operating fund to support the above-mentioned needs
All donations will go into the general operating fund to support the above-mentioned needs
