Ministry Volunteers
Liturgical Ministries
We need both students and community members to bring their gifts to all aspects of our weekly worship.
Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA)
Provides weekly education sessions in a warm learning community for those who are interested in joining the Catholic Church. Meetings start in the Fall Semester and continue most Wednesday evenings. Alternate meeting times are available.
Other Worship Opportunities
Bread of Life
A charismatic prayer group that celebrates the gifts of the Holy Spirit in a weekly hour of praise and fellowship. Meets weekly on Tuesdays in the Meditation Chapel after the evening Mass. Contact the office for more information.
Byzantine Ministry
The Central Pennsylvania Byzantine Catholic Churches are under the Byzantine-Ruthenian Archeparchy of Pittsburgh, and are in full communion with the Holy Ecumenical Pontiff Francis, the Pope of Rome.
The Central Pennsylvania Byzantine Catholic Communities are Dormition of the Mother of God (Clarence), St. John the Baptist (Hawk Run), and St. Basil Community (State College), and all three are served by Fr. James Ragan and Deacons Jack Custaney and Dennis Prestash.
Korean Ministry
Celebrates Mass weekly in Pasquerilla Center; please contact the office for more information.
Saturday Night Alive in Christ (SNAC)
A blend of Eucharistic Adoration with contemporary Christian music, personal witness and reflection. Meets monthly. Contact the office for more information.
Fellowship & Study
Nittany Catholic Student Organization
Our students meet weekly for Nittany Catholic Night on Thursday evenings at 7pm at the Paterno Faith Center. Join them each week for a speaker, a good meal, and fellowship with your fellow Nittany Catholic students!
Grad Group
A group addressing the needs of graduate students and young professionals in the Penn State Catholic Community. Meets Mondays in the Paterno Faith Center. Contact the office to be added to the Grad Group mailing list.
Fall & Spring Retreats
Student-led opportunities to get away from the hectic pace of campus life during the semester and grow closer to God and your fellow Catholic students. Retreats include meals and lodging (financial assistance is always available).
Women Seeking God & Men Seeking God
Groups for women and men that meet to discuss issues that face Catholics today. Contact the office for more information.