Life on Campus

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Weekly Events and Activities

The Interfaith Chapel is open as scheduled for personal meditation, quiet reflection, and prayer.

All activities are held in the Interfaith Chapel unless otherwise noted.

Senior Recognition and Year End Celebration, 3.00 to 5.00 PM, Monday, May 6, 2012

Circle Time Meditation- Mondays, 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

Gentle Stretching, Breathing and Prayer with inspirational readings and instrumental music.
No Prior Experience or Expertise Is Required! Adrienne.BerryBurton@umb.edu

Catholic Mass- Tuesdays & Thursdays at 12:30 PM

Mass is offered each Tuesday and Thursday in the Interfaith Chapel. It is located in McCormack Hall, 3rd floor off the Ryan Lounge. All are welcome!

Catholic Bible Study - Join us for a look ahead at the Gospel for the upcoming Sunday. Tuesdays at 1:00 PM in the Interfaith Chapel. No advance knowledge of the Bible is needed. Feel free to bring your lunch. We'll supply the Bible and the beverages.

Contact Fr. Paul Helfrich (617.287.5839) or paul.helfrich@umb.edu.

Catholic Sacramental Prep & Liturgical Minister Training

Are you a Catholic looking to receive the sacraments of First Communion or Confirmation? Each spring, Cardinal Sean O’Malley celebrates a special Mass confirming college students in the area. Or would you like to be trained to be a Eucharistic Minister and/or Reader at Mass? If so we can help! Contact Fr. Paul Helfrich (617.287.5839) or paul.helfrich@umb.edu.

Catholic Student Association

Interested in learning more about the Catholic faith? Want to connect with other Catholic students for discussions, prayer, and service? Check us out on Facebook!

Zen Meditation – Thursdays, 8:30 - 9:20 AM

Meditation in the Zen tradition led by Prof. Julie Nelson, Co-Coordinator. Email for more information, julie.nelson@umb.edu.

Explore meditation practice in the Zen tradition. No prior experience is necessary—come promptly at 8:30 for an orientation if you are new to Zen meditation practice, or at 8:40 to join the group in a brief reading, quiet sitting, and optional discussion.

Bible Study –Thursdays, 11:30 AM- 12:30 PM

Sponsored MBFCM and led by Rev. Adrienne Berry-Burton
No Prior Experience or Expertise Is Required!
Feel free to bring your lunch or a snack. Hot water and is available for making instant tea and coffee.

Gospel Choir – Thursdays, 3-4:30 p.m.

Sign up with a Gospel Choir member or come by the chapel. The choir performs many songs a’cappella, however, volunteer musicians are welcome. An audition is required. Consistent Attendance at rehearsals is a must. For more information contact the Advisor – Rev. Adrienne Berry-Burton.

Faith Alive! Interfaith Council – Wednesdays, 3:30 PM

Gather with students from your faith and other faiths to share experiences together. Interested?!  Contact the ICM staff, interfaith.campusmin@umb.edu, or adrienne.berryburton@umb.edu  for more information.

This group is sponsored by the Interfaith Campus Ministry of Student Affairs.
No prior experience is required. Keep up to date on our Facebook Group!

Catholic Confirmation Prep – Wednesdays or Thursdays, by appointment

Are you a Catholic in need of First Eucharist or Confirmation? We can help! Each spring, the Cardinal celebrates a special Mass confirming college students in the area. For more information, contact Catholic Campus Ministry.

Contact Fr. Paul Helfrich (617.287.5839) or paul.helfrich@umb.edu.

Juma Prayer – Muslim Prayer - Fridays: 1:00 PM

Wheatley, 4th Floor, Student Lounge or a Campus Center room as Advertised

Contact the Muslim Student Association at msa.umb@gmail.com

There are several faith-based student formed clubs on campus. On the UMass Boston web page, click on Life On Campus. Go to Student Service and Activities and click on with the Student Activities and Leadership page.

Campus Ministry

McCormack Hall 3rd Floor Ryan Lounge
617-287-5838 (telephone)
617-287-5839 (fax)
interfaith.campusmin@umb.edu