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Welcome to Newman Catholic Ministry at UMASS D
“They devoted themselves to the teaching of the apostles and to the communal life, to the breaking of the bread and to the prayers” -- (Acts 2:42)
SEEKERS’ RETREAT
DATES: FEBRUARY 20-22, 2026
LASALETTE RETREAT CENTER
ATTLEBORO, MA
TOO MUCH GOING ON?
PULLED IN A MILLION DIRECTIONS?
YOU’RE NOT THE ONLY ONE.
IN THE CRAZINESS OF LIFE, IT DOESN’T HURT TO PAUSE AND TAKE A LOOK AT THE BIG PICTURE: WHAT’S IMPORTANT IN MY LIFE? WHAT AM I LOOKING FOR? WHERE DOES GOD FIT IN?
UMASS DARTMOUTH CATHOLIC CAMPUS MINISTRY PRESENTS THE SEEKERS' RETREAT. FIND OUT HOW OTHER YOUNG ADULTS ANSWER THESE QUESTIONS; LEARN HOW FAITH PLAYS A ROLE IN THEIR JOURNEYS; AND TAKE THE TIME TO REFLECT ON YOUR OWN PATH.
RETREATANTS ARE INVITED TO LOOK AT THEIR LIVES TO SEE WHERE GOD HAS BEEN, WHERE GOD IS PRESENT, AND WHERE GOD IS CALLING THEM TO BE.
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
Beginning February 18, 2026
Campus Center
WHAT IS IT?
Simply put, an experience of the gospel surrounded by food, conversation and prayer.
The Encounter seeks to proclaim the gospel in a compelling and attractive way over eight weeks in a small group format. This experience is imbued with beauty, authentic humanity, and accompaniment.
REGISTER
WELCOME TO THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
Congratulations to our Neophytes from St Mary’s, Newman Catholic Community and UMass Dartmouth, who received the Sacraments of Initiation at the Easter Vigil through our OCIA Process. You have become members of the Body of Christ - may Our Risen Lord bless you abundantly as you continue to grow as His disciples, nourished by the grace of the Sacraments! Welcome home!
If you are interested in discerning your own journey of faith or in learning more about becoming Catholic or getting confirmed, please contact Deacon Frank at flucca@umassd.edu.
FALL 2024 TRANSITION PROGRAMS FOR
FIRST YEAR CATHOLIC STUDENTS
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR INCOMING STUDENT PROGRAMS
Interested in meeting with others to
walk the journey of faith?
Newman Small Groups are small group of 4-6 individuals that gather on a regular basis to help one another on the journey of faith and grow deeper in faith and love of Jesus Christ.
LEARN MORE ABOUT NEWMAN SMALL GROUPS
KEEPING THE FAITH
Resources to help you keep the Faith during this time of restricted gathering. Find a variety of resources to help you in your prayer life.
LEARN MORE
CURRENT STUDENTS
MASS/CONFESSION/ADORATION SCHEDULES
INCOMING STUDENTS
HAVE QUESTIONS?
MASS AND CONFESSIONS AT UMASS DARTMOUTH
YOU ARE WELCOME HERE
No matter where you are in your faith journey,
Newman Catholic Ministry has a place for you.
More Info“Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.” Romans 15:7
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CAMPUS ADDRESS
285 Old Westport Road
Dartmouth, MA 02747
Campus Center Room 202
NEWMAN HOUSE
359 Old Westport Road
Dartmouth, Ma 02747
EMAIL
Fr. Bill O'Donnell - bodonnell@umassd.edu
Dcn Frank Lucca - flucca@umassd.edu
PHONE
508-999-8872
Useful Links
Diocese of Fall River
UMass Dartmouth Website