Pillar I: Welcome
Student’s aren’t sure what to make of our dilapidated split-level house that we call the “Newman Center.”
Our building is small, awkward, and unwelcoming. For new students, they never know if they’re in the right place. We want to create a space that welcomes all and invites them to grow into who they’re created to be, whether it’s through a Bible study, a cup of coffee, or a conversation with a friend.
Below: Our tiny Newman Center is so small that it’s difficult to welcome in new students!
☔️ Rainy Days? Never Stop!
Our Itty Bitty Lounge
Indoor Socials: Max 25!
Pillar II: Worship
Today, we celebrate daily Mass in our 400-square foot “chapel” that’s actually a converted garage. Limit? 60 students.
Our Sunday Masses draw hundreds of students. To accommodate everyone, we rent meeting space on campus in the morning, then offer a second Mass at the cathedral two miles away. For college students who may not have transportation, this is a huge barrier to their faith during a time when so many students leave the faith.
God deserves more. This is a place where heaven meets earth. Walking into the new chapel, students and visitors will know that God deserves the best: not just brick, mortar, and stained glass, but the best of our hearts and lives.
Below: Mass in our tiny chapel, Mass in rented space, Mass 2 miles off-campus at the Cathedral.
Mass in Tiny Garage. Limit 60. 😢
Early Mass on Campus: Rented Room
Evening Mass at Cathedral: Too Far for Students
Pillar III: Word
Our #1 mission at bulldogCatholic is to make sure that all UMD students know that God loves them. Because of that, we’ve also reached hundreds of millions of Catholics around the world with our videos, podcasts and scripture reflections. By building a proper studio, we can form the next generation of Catholics with excellently produced content that will build up the Church.
Below: Through social media, our students inspire other Catholics at universities throughout the world. From a tiny living room!
Inspiring Others
🔴 Live on YouTube!
Encouraging Other Students
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