WELCOME TO THE NEWMAN CATHOLIC STUDENT CENTER
AT THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA!
The Newman Catholic Student Center is a Roman Catholic ministry to those associated with The University of Iowa to
promote their development within a faith community and to prepare them as disciples for the Church and for the world.
promote their development within a faith community and to prepare them as disciples for the Church and for the world.
On October 9-10, 2021 there will be a special Diocesan collection in the Diocese of Davenport in support in support of the Newman Center's mission. Please take three minutes to watch this video to see how gifts made to the Newman Center impact young faith lives of The University of Iowa campus. Our center is 100% self-funded through the generosity of honors, so please consider a generous mission support gift on October 9th and 10th no matter what diocese you call home. Givens can be made securely online, by mail or Venmo.
MASS and Reconciliation Schedule
Mass Schedule:
Monday-Friday: 5:15 PM
Saturday: 4:30 PM
Sunday: 9 AM, 11 AM, and 6 PM
The Sunday 11 AM Mass, Daily Rosary at 4:45 PM, and Daily Mass at 5:15 PM will continue to be live-streamed
on the YouTube Channel.
Sacrament of Reconciliation Schedule:
4-5 PM Wednesdays and by appointment.
Monday-Friday: 5:15 PM
Saturday: 4:30 PM
Sunday: 9 AM, 11 AM, and 6 PM
The Sunday 11 AM Mass, Daily Rosary at 4:45 PM, and Daily Mass at 5:15 PM will continue to be live-streamed
on the YouTube Channel.
Sacrament of Reconciliation Schedule:
4-5 PM Wednesdays and by appointment.
Are you interested in joining a Bible Study?
The purpose of bible study is not simply to learn information or be part of a club, but to facilitate a deeper encounter with God that changes people’s lives. The power of a small group is the experience of learning from one another and growing in a personal relationship with the Lord in community. Sign up here.
COVID-19 Pandemic - Update to Protocols August 11, 2021
The current surge in COVID-19 infections - driven by the Delta variant - is worsening. Iowa is considered a “high” transmission state, and all of our counties are experiencing “high” or “substantial” transmission regularly. Because of this surge, the Diocese of Davenport has asked that the following safety measures be put into place beginning this weekend…
We hope that these changes will be short-lived. Thank you for your cooperation.
From the City of Iowa City: Mayor Bruce Teague has issued an order that, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the spread of the Delta variant, every person in the City of Iowa City must wear a face covering when in a public space. The order will take effect at 11:59 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 19, 2021. The order will expire on Sept. 30, 2021, unless otherwise extended. More information HERE.
- We urge that masks be worn by everyone (over the age of 2) at any indoor gathering or public space, including the liturgy. At the liturgy, masks must be worn by those distributing communion.
- Parishes should return to social distancing measures, in a manner that works best for their community.
- Congregational singing is temporarily suspended. A single, masked and vaccinated cantor may be used.
We hope that these changes will be short-lived. Thank you for your cooperation.
From the City of Iowa City: Mayor Bruce Teague has issued an order that, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the spread of the Delta variant, every person in the City of Iowa City must wear a face covering when in a public space. The order will take effect at 11:59 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 19, 2021. The order will expire on Sept. 30, 2021, unless otherwise extended. More information HERE.
2021-2022 Newman Center Registration
Please register for the 2021-2022 academic year if you are a new or existing member of the Newman Catholic Student Center.
Director of Development Position Opening
The Newman Catholic Student Center in Iowa City is a Roman Catholic campus ministry to those associated with The University of Iowa. Its mission is to promote spiritual development within a faith community and to prepare disciples for the Church and the world. Located adjacent to The University of Iowa campus, our highly-active Campus Ministry offers a full range of faith formation programs to the more than 7000+ self-identified Catholic students and other UI community members.
To support this important mission, we seek a development director who is passionate, energetic, self-motivated and confident in their ability to ask for financial support and close philanthropic gifts. Enthusiasm for building and maintaining strong relationships with students, parents, alumni and other community members is utmost to the success of bearing fruit in the form of philanthropic gifts. Salary commensurate with education and experience.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Director is responsible for development of annual and major gifts, planned-giving, grant solicitation and in-kind resources to support the current and future operational and outreach needs of Newman Center. This person will identify, cultivate, solicit and steward current and prospective donors. The Director will grow an effective marketing and communication plan to educate and build community support from alumni, parents and other friends of the Newman Center. He/She will research ways to secure funding for on-going monthly mission support. This person conducts fundraising activities based upon thorough knowledge of the functions, procedures and standards of the Newman Catholic Student Center. This position reports directly to the Priest Director and works collaboratively and strategically with the Board of Directors and staff.
For a full job description click here. Please submit a cover letter and resume to Ronda Lipsius no later than October 6, 2021 at ronda@newman-ic.org or 104 E Jefferson St, Iowa City, IA 52245
To support this important mission, we seek a development director who is passionate, energetic, self-motivated and confident in their ability to ask for financial support and close philanthropic gifts. Enthusiasm for building and maintaining strong relationships with students, parents, alumni and other community members is utmost to the success of bearing fruit in the form of philanthropic gifts. Salary commensurate with education and experience.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Director is responsible for development of annual and major gifts, planned-giving, grant solicitation and in-kind resources to support the current and future operational and outreach needs of Newman Center. This person will identify, cultivate, solicit and steward current and prospective donors. The Director will grow an effective marketing and communication plan to educate and build community support from alumni, parents and other friends of the Newman Center. He/She will research ways to secure funding for on-going monthly mission support. This person conducts fundraising activities based upon thorough knowledge of the functions, procedures and standards of the Newman Catholic Student Center. This position reports directly to the Priest Director and works collaboratively and strategically with the Board of Directors and staff.
For a full job description click here. Please submit a cover letter and resume to Ronda Lipsius no later than October 6, 2021 at ronda@newman-ic.org or 104 E Jefferson St, Iowa City, IA 52245
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For more information or to request a registration packet, please contact April Rouner at
April@newman-ic.org or 319-337-3106 x119
For more information or to request a registration packet, please contact April Rouner at
April@newman-ic.org or 319-337-3106 x119
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Newman Catholic Student Center at The University of Iowa 104 E. Jefferson Street Iowa City, IA 52245 319.337.3106 |
Building Hours (Summer)
Monday-Friday: 9:00 am - 5:45 pm Saturday: Closed Sunday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm |