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11:00 Sunday Mass Music Ministry
Description: Music Ministry for the 11:00 AM University Mass each Sunday in St. Vincent's.
Meeting: Rehearsal TBD and half hour before mass begins.
Contact Person: Jessica DePrizio, Jon Laird

2007 Pro-Life Hospitality DuFour Adoration Setup
Description: Thanks so much for signing up for Pro-Life Hospitality on January 21st. You have signed up to help set up the Adoration Chapel in the Dufour Center to be used for Praise & Worship Eucharistic Adoration for the CUA community and the overnight guests at the DuFour Center. Thanks again so much for your help and your commitment to life!
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person:

4:00 PM Sunday Mass Music Ministry
Description: Join the music ministry team for the 4:00pm university mass each Sunday in the Shrine. You can participate as a choral singer, cantor, solo instrument, or organist.
Meeting: Rehearsal 1 hour before mass begins.
Contact Person: Jessica DePrizio, Jon Laird

9:00PM Sunday Mass Music Ministry
Description: Join the Music Ministry team for the 9PM University Mass each Sunday in St. Vincent's. Singers pianists, guitarists, bass players, solo instruments, and cantors are invited to participate each week.
Meeting: Weekly rehearsal and 8pm. on Sundays
Contact Person: Jessica DePrizio, Amy Gleason

Altar Server
Description: Assist at Masses, both Sunday Masses at St. Vincent's or the Shrine and special liturgies in the Shrine. You will receive training which will cover the necessary knowledge for basic serving at both these types of liturgies. Experienced servers welcome!
Meeting: See Schedule for assigned times
Contact Person: Jessica DePrizio

Altar Server (Master of Ceremony)
Description: Serve as a Master of Ceremony for university liturgies.
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Jessica DePrizio

Athletes' Retreat
Description: Thank you for signing up for the annual athlete's retreat hosted by the Catholic Athletes for Christ (CAC). The retreat is Nov 20-22. Check-in for retreat is 5:30pm on Friday, November 20; we will return to campus no later than 3:00pm on Sunday, November 22. More details will follow as the retreat weekend approaches.
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Jeff Ossinger, John Puskar, Abby Banholzer

Best Buddies (UCSPE)
Description: In this program students are given a chance to serve as mentors and friends with people who are developmentally disabled.
Meeting: This activity meets on an adhoc basis
Contact Person: Emmjolee Mendoza

CUA Adoration Society
Description: The CUA Adoration Society is a student initiated and run organization which strives to: 1. Organize and Promote Eucharistic Adoration during the Penitential Seasons of the Church 2. Encourage Daily Mass Attendence
Meeting: To Be Announced
Contact Person: Jessica DePrizio

DC Reads
Description: The DC Reads Program at The Catholic University of America Collaborates with a total of seven local pulic and private elementary schools and non-profit organizations for the purpose of organizing and participating in tutorial programs focused on improving the reading and math skills of elementary school aged children in the Washington DC Metro Area. If you would like the opportunity to earn money while serving our community please stop by the Campus Ministry office today. During our recruitment
Meeting: Mon-Sat; Flexible Hours
Contact Person: Emmjolee Mendoza

Esto Vir
Description: Esto Vir is a men's fellowship group dedicated to helping its members good and holy lives.
Meeting: Sunday Night at 10:30 Campus Ministry
Contact Person: Tom Giuliani

Esto Vir Retreat
Description: Thanks for signing up for the ESTO VIR BROTHERHOOD WEEKEND AT Camp St. Charles in Southern Maryland. Meet at Campus Ministry on Friday November 6th at 5:30 PM. Be checking your e-mail for a list of what to bring. The cost is $25.
Meeting: Oct 24-26, 2008
Contact Person: Jeff Ossinger, Mark Koury, Bobby Kilner

Eucharistic Adoration
Description: An hour of quiet prayer before the Eucharist.
Meeting: Advent and Lenten Adoration
Contact Person:

Eucharistic Minister
Description: Serve as an extraordinary minister for Holy Communion for University Liturgies, both the regular Sunday Masses and special liturgies. Training required.
Meeting: Arrive 20min. early, check in with Sacristan
Contact Person: Jessica DePrizio Cole

Gratia Plena
Description: CUA's women's fellowship, which seeks to support and build up the women on campus through discussion groups, prayer, service and socialization. Gratia Plena means "full of grace", in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary, our model. Groups meet weekly and other events are planned each semester - look for signs around campus or contact the office for more info!
Meeting: Sundays, 7-8:30 pm
Contact Person: Jamila Evans

Habitat for Humanity (UCSPE)
Description: Regularly helps area Habitat groups provide suitable housing for those in need. This group also plans a Fall Retreat in West Virginia and Spring Break Collegiate Challenge service trips around the country. This is a CUA approved Student Group please see the UCSPE website for more information.
Meeting: See UCSPE Web Site or Events.cua.edu
Contact Person: Emmjolee Mendoza Waters, Cara Montefor

Halloween on Campus: Candy Captain
Description: Come to Halloween on Campus and give candy out to the children of Brookland. Meet at Marist Lawn at 4:30 pm on Thursday, Oct. 29th.
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person:

Halloween on Campus: Decorations
Description: Come and help decorate for Halloween on Campus on Thursday, Oct. 29th. Please meet at the Campus Ministry Office at 2pm.
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person:

Halloween on Campus: Games
Description: Join the CUA and Brookland community by helping out with all sorts of games and activities for Halloween on Campus. Come to Marist Hall on Thursday, Oct. 29th. Sign up to help with face painting, games, and arts and crafts. Meet at the Marist Lawn at 4pm.
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person:

Halloween on Campus: Trick or Treat Troopers
Description: Come to halloween on Campus and take the children of Brookland trick or treating through Curley Court. Come to Marist Lawn at 4:30 on Thursday Oct. 29th. Happy Halloween on Campus!
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person:

Homeless Food Runs
Description: Volunteers meet at the Loft and then pick up hot left-overs from the dining halls to deliver to the hungry in downtown DC. Bring a back-pack and metro money.
Meeting: Leave from The Loft, Pryz
Contact Person: Emmjolee Mendoza, Joe Moser

Hope for Hungry and Homeless Sleep Out
Description: Thanks so much for signing up for the Hope for the Hungry and Homeless Sleep Out! Your act of solidarity with the poor will make a difference! Don't forget to dress warm and bring blankets and a card board box for the evening. See you at 10:30pm in CV circle Wednesday the 18th!
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Jamila Evans

Hospitality Ministry
Description: Assist with greeting, programs, collections, and the communion procession at Campus Ministry and University Masses in St. Vincent's Chapel or at the Shrine.
Meeting: Sunday Masses, Special Masses
Contact Person: Jessica DePrizio

House Staff Member (CUA Student Minister)
Description: The House Staff is chosen by the Office of Campus Ministry every year. Their purpose is to serve as student ministers, by having a regular presence in our Residence Halls; running Campus Ministry programs and serving as student ministers. If you want to contact the House their extention is 5578 or you can click on their email address and send them all an email.
Meeting: The House
Contact Person: House Staff

Jamaica Applicant
Description: Applicant for the Spring Break Mission Trip
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Jeff Ossinger

Jamaica Mission Trip
Description: Spend spring break in Kingston, Jamaica at the St. Patrick's Foundation, tutoring poor students and helping the abandoned elderly. Fund raising is done to help lower the cost of the trip.
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Jeff Ossinger

Knights of Columbus (UCSPE)
Description: A Catholic men's fraternal organization dedicated to the principles of charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism. Fr. Frank Donio, SAC Rob Coons -Grand Knight
Meeting: See http://knights.cua.edu
Contact Person:

Lector
Description: Lectors proclaim the Word of God at liturgies. Lectors are needed for 11:00am, 4:00pm, and 9:00pm Sunday liturgies. Lectors also needed for daily Masses and special Liturgies. Training required.
Meeting: Sunday 20 minutes before Mass
Contact Person: Jessica DePrizio Cole

Lenten/Triduum Committee
Description: Help prepare environment and Liturgy for Lent and Triduum.
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Jessica Deprizio

Little Sisters of the Poor
Description: This group provides companionship to our senior citizens and assists the Little Sisters of the Poor in their work. Volunteers can go over any week night from 6-7pm to help out with serving dinner or visiting with the residents.
Meeting: Groups help the Sisters everyday Mon through Fri.
Contact Person: Emjolee Mendoza Waters

Liturgy Planning Committee
Description: Planning of liturgies and environment for Advent, Lent, and Easter particularly.
Meeting: Mondays at 6:00pm
Contact Person: Jessica DePrizio Cole; Amy Gleason

Men's Discernment Group
Description: Are you a CUA Student. Join other men in considering or discerning a religious vocation. Prayer and Fellowship guaranteed. Sign up at ministry.cua.edu The next meeting is Tuesday, October 21 at 6:15 for Mass in Caldwell Chapel followed by dinner in the Happel Room. Guest Speaker
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Fr. Bob Schlageter and Fr. John Foster

Ministry Day
Description: Grow your faith, grow your friends, grow your ministry! Join us for a day of reflection and enrichment for all liturgical ministers. Day begins at noon with lunch in Caldwell Auditorium and goes until 2:30pm. Immediately following, there will be a lectors workshop in St. Vincent's until 3:45pm. Music Ministry will have an additional session beginning at 6:30pm in St. Vincent's.
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Jessica DePrizio

Ministry Newsletter
Description: Get the word and help us stay connected with our Alumni.. Join the Ministry Newsletter Team..
Meeting: Ad Hoc
Contact Person:

Mission Honduras
Description: A summer mission trip to Honduras. Selected students participate in a semester long class in preparation for an intense 2 weeks of living and working with the people of Honduras.
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Fr. Andrew Santamauro

Music Ministry (Accompanist)
Description: Serve as an accompanist on piano for University liturgies.
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Jessica DePrizio

Music Ministry (Cantor)
Description: Serve as a cantor for university liturgies.
Meeting: Campus Ministry
Contact Person: Jessica DePrizio

Music Ministry (Instrumentalist)
Description: Serve as an instrumentalist for university liturgies.
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Jessica DePrizio

Music Ministry (Vocal)
Description: Serve as a member of a choir for university liturgies.
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Jessica DePrizio

Music Ministry Retreat
Description: Each year we choose a parish or special location to retreat to, growing stronger in faith and relationships, while sharing the gift of music with others.
Meeting: Music Ministry Retreat
Contact Person: Jessica DePrizio

Pax Christi (UCSPE)
Description: Pax Chisti is an international organization dedicated to promotin the social teaching of the Catholic Church. All are welcome !!!
Meeting: See UCSPE Website for more information
Contact Person:

Praise and Worship Holy Hour
Description: Help lead sung prayer during our weekly Holy Hour before the Blessed Sacrament with praise and worship music.
Meeting: Wednesdays from 9-10pm in Caldwell Chapel
Contact Person: Jessica DePrizio

Prayer Groups
Description: CUA RENEW! It's a small group of people coming together to share a time of prayer, the Word of God, service, and friendship.
Meeting: All over campus
Contact Person: Jeff Ossinger

Pro-Life Hospitality Breakfast
Description: Thanks so much for signing up for Pro-Life Hospitality on January 21st & 22nd 2010. You have signed up to assist in hosting an early breakfast on January 22nd. A student leader will contact you regarding your duties. Thanks again so much for your help and your commitment to life!
Meeting: Campus Ministry
Contact Person: Jamila Evans

Pro-Life Hospitality Dinner
Description: Thanks so much for signing up for Pro-Life Hospitality on January 21st & 22nd 2010. You have signed up to assist in hosting a late dinner January 22nd. A student leader will contact you regarding your duties. Thanks again so much for your help and your commitment to life!
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Jamila Evans

Pro-Life Hospitality DuFour Center Set-up 11am - 2pm 1/21
Description: Thanks so much for signing up for Pro-Life Hospitality on January 21st & 22nd 2010. You have signed up to assist in set-up at the DuFour Center for all our overnight guests. A student leader will contact you regarding your duties. Thanks again so much for your help and your commitment to life! Setup at Dufour for ProLife Vigil
Meeting: Campus Ministry
Contact Person: Jamila Evans

Pro-Life Hospitality DuFour Greeter
Description: Thanks so much for signing up for Pro-Life Hospitality on January 21st & 22nd 2010. You have signed up to greet guests as they arrive at the DuFour Center and direct them to where they can drop off their belongings. A student leader will contact you regarding your duties. Thanks again so much for your help and your commitment to life!
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Jamila Evans

Pro-Life Hospitality DuFour Nursing Volunteer
Description: Thanks so much for signing up for Pro-Life Hospitality on January 21st & 22nd 2010. You have signed up to assist our guests with any health needs during their stay at the DuFour Center. A student leader will contact you regarding your duties. Thanks again so much for your help and your commitment to life!
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Jamila Evans

Pro-Life Hospitality DuFour Overnight Chaperone
Description: Thanks so much for signing up for Pro-Life Hospitality on January 21st & 22nd 2010. You have signed up to stay overnight at the DuFour Center as part of a chaperone team for 1200 high school student guests. A student leader will contact you regarding your duties. Thanks again so much for your help and your commitment to life!
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Jamila Evans

Pro-Life Hospitality Leader
Description: Thanks so much for signing up for Pro-Life Hospitality on January 21st & 22nd 2010. You have signed up to help the Associate Campus Minister of Social Justice plan and execute all aspects of Pro-Life Hospitality for guest groups including: acting as student captain for a particular area; corresponding with student volunteers and guest groups; and helping to improve the system for the future. A student leader will contact you regarding these duties. Thanks again so much for your help and your commitment to life!
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Jamila Evans

Pro-Life Hospitality Registration
Description: Thanks so much for signing up for Pro-Life Hospitality on January 21st & 22nd 2010. You have signed up to assist in registering guest groups as they arrive. A student leader will contact you regarding your duties. Thanks again so much for your help and your commitment to life!
Meeting: Campus Ministry
Contact Person: Jamila Evans

Pro-Life Hospitality Shrine Mass Staff
Description: Thanks so much for signing up for Pro-Life Hospitality on January 21st & 22nd 2010. You have signed up to regulate the crowd in the Crypt throughout the Vigil Mass. Your duties will include crowd control, noise control, and check-in on health of our guests. A student leader will contact you regarding your duties. Thanks again so much for your help and your commitment to life!
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Jamila Evans

Pro-Life Hospitality Shrine Overnight Chaperone
Description: Thanks so much for signing up for Pro-Life Hospitality on January 21st & 22nd 2010. You have signed up to stay overnight at the Shrine as part of a chaperone team for 450 adult guests. A student leader will contact you regarding your duties. Thanks again so much for your help and your commitment to life!
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Jamila Evans

Pro-Life Hospitality Shrine Seating Regulation
Description: Thanks so much for signing up for Pro-Life Hospitality on January 21st & 22nd 2010. You have signed up to regulate seating in the Shrine for groups arriving early. This will requires assertiveness in asking groups not to save rows of seats. You will report to Shrine Staff in the Upper Church. A student leader will contact you regarding your duties. Thanks again so much for your help and your commitment to life!
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Jamila Evans

Pro-Life Hospitality Shrine Student Nurse
Description: Thanks so much for signing up for Pro-Life Hospitality on January 21st & 22nd 2010. You have signed up to assist our guests with any health needs during their stay at the DuFour Center. A student leader will contact you regarding your duties. Thanks again so much for your help and your commitment to life!
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Jamila Evans

Pro-Life Hospitality Student Registration for March
Description: Thanks so much for signing up to help coordinate the CUA contingent of the March for Life for 2010. Your duties will include facilitating student sign-ins here at CUA and downtown at the march. A student leader will contact you regarding your duties. Thanks again so much for your help and your commitment to life!
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Jamila Evans

RCIA
Description: Rite of Initiation for those who are inquiring about becoming Catholic or those Catholics who desire to be prepared for the reception of the Eucharist/Confirmation.
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Fr. Andrew Santamauro

Resident Minister
Description: Resident ministers are students who live in the residence halls with a focus on serving the spiritual needs of the upperclassmen. Prayer groups, faith sharing groups, ministry of presence, forums on faith and life, and arranging for mass to be said locally in the building are just some of the means by which they aim to facilitate spiritual development in the dorms. Resident ministers, like the House members, are selected by the Campus Ministry staff each year through an application process.
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Resident Minister

Sacristan
Description: Sacristans assist with setting up for 12:15 daily mass in Caldwell Chapel.
Meeting: 15 minutes for Daily mass
Contact Person: Jessica DePrizio

So Others Might Eat
Description: Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes, we will be serving breakfast to families in need in the DC area.
Meeting: In front of Campus Ministry
Contact Person: Emmjolee Mendoza

Social Justice Awareness
Description: Committee dedicated to education and awareness related to social justice issues affecting the local and global community. Meetings are Wednesday night in Campus Ministry Office at 6:00pm. Anyone is welcome to attend!
Meeting: Wednesday Night, 6pm CM Office
Contact Person: Jamila Evans

Sophomore Retreat Team
Description: "Walk with Me"... The Sophomore Retreat is October 17-19, 2008. Sign up today.
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Jeff Ossinger, Peter Walz

St. Ann's Infant and Maternity Home
Description: Volunteers care for children from infancy to twelve years old who have been removed from their homes as a result of abuse and neglect.
Meeting: Mon 4-6; Tues 3-5; Fri 3-5
Contact Person: Emmjolee Mendoza Waters

Students for Life (UCSPE)
Description: The undergraduate group dedicated to promoting the "Culture of Life" at the Catholic University of America and beyond. Look for fliers for information on our upcoming opening meeting or contact Lauren for more information. Visit our website: http://prolife.cua.edu
Meeting: In the Campus Minsitry Office
Contact Person: Lauren Roselli

Women's Discernment Group
Description: Searching for a deeper understanding of your faith and religious life? Join fellow CUA women in discussion, prayer, and fellowship on the discernment journey. Monthly Discernment Desserts planned with speakers and fellowship. Contact Erin or Margaret for more information.
Meeting: TBA
Contact Person: Erin Craine, Margaret Keller