Saint Paul University Catholic Center

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Who We Are
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- om@uwcatholic.org
- (608) 258-3140
- 723 State Street
  Madison, WI 53703
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History

For over 125 years, St. Paul’s has been a place for Catholic students at the University of Wisconsin – Madison to call home.
The History of St. Paul’s
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Calendar

With so much going on at St. Paul’s it can be hard to keep track of it all. Here’s the comprehensive list of ways to get involved.
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For Parents

While some college freshmen stray from the practice of their faith, many do not. The challenges that students encounter here can actually inspire them to engage their faith in deeper and more effective ways.

Fr. Eric Nielsen

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The Mass
Mass Times

Today
Saturday, Oct 20, 2018
1. 12pm
Weekend
Sunday, Oct 21, 2018
1. 8am
2. 930am
3. 1115am
4. 6pm
5. 9pm
Full Mass Schedule
How to Participate

The Holy Mass

We know what to do, but do we know why we do it? Here’s a good place to begin the search for the answer.
The Mystery of the Mass
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- Music Ministries
Additional Prayer

Adoration

We are blessed with the awesome opportunity to worship Jesus through Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, or most Holy Eucharist!
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- Liturgy of the Hours
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Sacraments
Becoming Catholic

How to Enter the Catholic Church

Interested in becoming Catholic? This is a great place to start! Learn more about what the process is and why it’s there!
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- Infant Baptism
- Confirmation
Reconciliation

Going to Confession

The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available at St. Paul’s every day, 45 minutes before the scheduled start of every Mass.
About Confession

Matrimony

Getting Married?

The Church cares about your marriage, so providing resources during the time of preparation is very important to us.
Take the Leap

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Student Life
One-on-One
Getaways
- Retreats & Pilgrimages
Formation
- Theology Mini-Courses
- Christian Leadership Training
Small Groups

Bible Studies

No matter where you are, both on your faith journey and on campus, there is a small group of your peers waiting for you to join them!
Join a Small Group
Thursday Night Large Groups

Badger Catholic Alpha/Omega

Each week students come together to build a community and encounter the Risen Christ at the undergrad large group gathering, Alpha/Omega!
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- Mustard Seed
- Newman Dinner
GREEK Fellowship
- Phi Kappa Theta
Music Ministry

Choirs & Bands

Do you like to sing? Do you play an instrument? Let us know, we could use your help!
Lend Your Voice

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Service
Groups
Retreat Team

High School Retreats

The High School Retreat Team runs various Confirmation retreats during the school year for different parishes in the Madison diocese.
Join the Team
Badger Catholic

Spring Break Trips

Each winter and spring break, the Badger Catholic Student Organization offers a variety of service trips to different parts of the United States.
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- Winter Break Trips
- Local Opportunities
Pro-Life

God’s love does not distinguish between the infant in the mother’s womb or the child or the youth or the adult or the older person. In each one God sees His image and likeness.

Pope Benedict XVI

Stand With Us

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Homilies
The Blogs

What We're Saying

Fr. Nielsen's The Window Over Lower Commons Blog
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- Badger Catholic
- Vita Pura
Video

Welcome to St. Paul’s

Hi, Welcome to St. Paul’s! New around here? Get to know us and what we’re about a little better by watching our welcome video!
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- Christ the Cornerstone Campaign
- Student Testimonies
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Capital Campaign
Why a New St. Paul's?

The Vision

Explore The Building

Explore the inspiring renderings and detailed floor plans of the new St. Paul's.
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Giving

You also, as living stones, are being built up as a spiritual house for a holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. The stone which the builders rejected, this became the very cornerstone.

1 Peter 2:5,7

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Featured Pages

Discover the Catholic Church

Curious about the faith? Let us help you seek the answers to your deepest questions.

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Small Groups

A Small Group is a great way to meet people and grow in your faith.

Join a Group!

Are You NEW?

If you are new to St Pauls, learn more about our programs and how you can get connected here

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Join us for the SEEK Conference

Join St. Paul's on this trip to Indianapolis this January to join thousands of other college students on a conference to seek the answers to life's deepest questions.

Seek More

He calls man to seek him, to know him, to love him with all his strength. He calls together all men, scattered and divided by sin, into the unity of his family, the Church.

Catechism of the Catholic Church para. 1

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We also have a community group page for students to communicate random as well as formal events going on at St. Paul’s.

Weekly Mass Announcements

CLICK HERE for this past Sunday’s Announcements at Mass.

Upcoming Events

Grad/YP Fall Retreat 2018

5pm – Lake Waubesa Bible Camp

Getaway for a weekend with fellow Grad/YPs at Lake Waubesa Bible Camp!

9 Nov

Men’s Silent Retreat

3pm – St. Anthony Spirituality Center; Marathon, WI

“God speaks in the silence of the heart. Listening is the beginning of prayer.” -St. Teresa of Calcutta

16 Nov

Women’s Silent Retreat

5pm – Durward’s Glen; Baraboo, WI

Retreat into silence and encounter the Lord.

3 Jan

FOCUS SEEK Conference

Indianapolis Convetion Center

You don’t want to miss this conference that only happens once every 2 years. Early registration pricing available through: October 30, 2018

Alpha Omega – Renato Sander – Assistant Director of Camp Wojtyla in Colorado

7pm – St. Paul Catholic Student Center

Learning my Identity from a Merciful Father Is there anything […]

9 Nov

Men’s Silent Retreat

3pm – St. Anthony Spirituality Center; Marathon, WI

“God speaks in the silence of the heart. Listening is the beginning of prayer.” -St. Teresa of Calcutta

16 Nov

Women’s Silent Retreat

5pm – Durward’s Glen; Baraboo, WI

Retreat into silence and encounter the Lord.

3 Jan

FOCUS SEEK Conference

Indianapolis Convetion Center

You don’t want to miss this conference that only happens once every 2 years. Early registration pricing available through: October 30, 2018

Pilgrimage to Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine

9am – LaCrosse, WI

Prayer, Fall Colors…and some Norwegian food! Join us on Saturday […]

25 Oct

Alpha Omega – Renato Sander – Assistant Director of Camp Wojtyla in Colorado

7pm – St. Paul Catholic Student Center

Learning my Identity from a Merciful Father Is there anything […]

9 Nov

Men’s Silent Retreat

3pm – St. Anthony Spirituality Center; Marathon, WI

“God speaks in the silence of the heart. Listening is the beginning of prayer.” -St. Teresa of Calcutta

16 Nov

Women’s Silent Retreat

5pm – Durward’s Glen; Baraboo, WI

Retreat into silence and encounter the Lord.

3 Jan

FOCUS SEEK Conference

Indianapolis Convetion Center

You don’t want to miss this conference that only happens once every 2 years. Early registration pricing available through: October 30, 2018

Welcome to St. Paul’s

Get a glimpse all the action at St. Paul's! Also, check out Maria's testimony video. We’ll be rolling out more student testimonies regularly, so make sure you stay tuned for those and check out our YouTube playlist!

Maria's Story

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St. Paul’s offers many opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students to grow in faith and friendship. Academics aren’t the only part of the university experience.

The Mass
Small Groups
Large Group
Retreats

Capital Campaign for the New Building

Located in the heart of campus, St. Paul University Catholic Center has served Catholic students at UW-Madison for over 100 years. This successful and vibrant ministry has outgrown the current facilities. Now is the time to build a new Student Center and Chapel that will meet the growing demand for space and improve the worship experience, community, and formation for students at a world-class institution.

Visit the Campaign Page

Recent homilies from Fr. Eric Nielsen

Visit Fr. Nielsen's Full Blog

From Twitter

"FOMO leads to YOLO!" said Fr.Mark, talking about the lack of truth and real freedom in our culture.#truestory #donotbeafraid #JesusSaves 2 years ago
TONIGHT! We're joining 20+ other ministries to hear about the intersections of race & faith at UW and the Madison c… https://t.co/hWGPN4LIWQ 2 years ago
"Being converted is simply meeting yourself for the purpose of going to the very end of your being."~A.Sertillanges #FeastDay #stpaulpray4us 2 years ago
"“[O]nly in Christ do we find real love, and the fullness of life. And so I invite you today to look to Christ." from St.JPII #HappyFriday 2 years ago

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Saint Paul University Catholic Center

Featured Pages

Discover the Catholic Church

Small Groups

Are You NEW?

Join us for the SEEK Conference

Welcome to St. Paul's!

Follow us on FACEBOOK!

Weekly Mass Announcements

Upcoming Events

Graduate

Grad/YP Fall Retreat 2018

Men’s Silent Retreat

Women’s Silent Retreat

FOCUS SEEK Conference

Undergrad

Alpha Omega – Renato Sander – Assistant Director of Camp Wojtyla in Colorado

Men’s Silent Retreat

Women’s Silent Retreat

FOCUS SEEK Conference

Everyone

Pilgrimage to Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine

Alpha Omega – Renato Sander – Assistant Director of Camp Wojtyla in Colorado

Men’s Silent Retreat

Women’s Silent Retreat

FOCUS SEEK Conference

Welcome to St. Paul’s

Maria's Story

Get Involved

Capital Campaign for the New Building

Recent homilies from Fr. Eric Nielsen

From Twitter