Contact & Location for Newman Center Catholic Community
Programs & Ministries at Newman Center Catholic Community
About Newman Center Catholic Community
Newman Center Catholic Community serves the Catholic community at UC San Diego, including students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Founded with the university in 1966, its first campus ministers were the Paulist Fathers at the invitation of the Bishop of San Diego. In 2017, the Society of Jesus accepted Bishop McElroy’s invitation to continue the ministry. The center meets in shared space at Good Samaritan Episcopal Church, using the church and Roetter Hall with the approval of both bishops. Its life includes Catholic worship in a campus setting, along with youth group and small group opportunities.
First-Time Visitor Info for Newman Center Catholic Community
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: Worship follows a liturgical Catholic format in a campus community setting. Visitor Tips: The center shares space with Good Samaritan Episcopal Church, including the church and Roetter Hall. It serves UC San Diego students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the wider Catholic campus community.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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