"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, on your own intelligence do not rely;
in all your ways be mindful of him, and he will make straight your paths." (Proverbs 3:5-6)
Spring Semester will soon come to a close, with Finals in the immediate horizon. Newman Center is a great place to study, chill and take a brain break; we will also provide light snacks during the open hours.
🌷 April is full of faith, fellowship, and fun at the Newman Center! Join us this month for Eucharistic Adoration, Lunch & Learn, Sunday Mass, potlucks, and special events like our sunset picnic and Confirmation Mass. We would love to see you there as we grow in community and faith together this spring! 💐✨
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Catholic Coogs 2026 Banquet: Enchanted Forest 🌿✨
Step into a magical night filled with community, celebration, and wonder as we gather for a beautiful evening surrounded by faith and friendship. We can’t wait to celebrate with everyone!
Step into a magical night filled with community, celebration, and wonder as we gather for a beautiful evening surrounded by faith and friendship. We can’t wait to celebrate with everyone!
Parking for AD Bruce Sunday Mass
Please use this QR code when parking at lot 6A. We would appreciate any feedback in case you find any difficulty using the code.
Please help spread the word! We are hoping to gather Catholic Coog alums to find ways to support our growing ministry.
The Catholic Student Organization (CSO) is proud to introduce the First Annual CSO Scholarship, awarding two $500 scholarships. One to a male student and one to a female student. Who demonstrate a strong commitment to their Catholic faith, academic growth, and service to others.
Inspired by the witness of St. Martin de Porres and the devotion to Our Lady of the Rosary, this scholarship seeks to support students who strive to live lives of humility, charity, and prayer within their communities.
Recipients will be selected based on their involvement in the Newman Center, leadership and service, personal character, financial need, and a demonstrated desire to grow in faith and virtue.
Applications are due April 27, 2026 11:59pm. Scholarship recipients will be announced at the CSO Banquet on May 2, 2026.
Inspired by the witness of St. Martin de Porres and the devotion to Our Lady of the Rosary, this scholarship seeks to support students who strive to live lives of humility, charity, and prayer within their communities.
Recipients will be selected based on their involvement in the Newman Center, leadership and service, personal character, financial need, and a demonstrated desire to grow in faith and virtue.
Applications are due April 27, 2026 11:59pm. Scholarship recipients will be announced at the CSO Banquet on May 2, 2026.
Ready to nurture your faith, cultivate friendships, and grow in purpose?💐Join the Catholic Daughters, a community of women dedicated to serving God and making a difference. We’d love to have you along! Fill out the interest form in our bio or scan the code to learn more.🌿 Hope to see you at women’s group on April 28th at 1:00pm.
We’re doing something new this Spring semester ✨🤍 introducing Communio; a space to grow in faith 🙏, build real community, and walk together in Christ ✝️✨ Save the dates below!
Calling all the ladies! ☎️
We’re so excited to begin our Women’s Nights: “The Haven” next semester! A cozy space for renewal, sisterhood, and rest where we can encounter the Lord together. This is a night for honest conversations, growing in faith, and building meaningful friendships. Whether you’re brand new or have been around for a while, there’s a place for you here, come as you are.
We’re so excited to begin our Women’s Nights: “The Haven” next semester! A cozy space for renewal, sisterhood, and rest where we can encounter the Lord together. This is a night for honest conversations, growing in faith, and building meaningful friendships. Whether you’re brand new or have been around for a while, there’s a place for you here, come as you are.
Registration is now open for Graduation Mass and simple reception! We're excited to celebrate our graduating students amazing achievements
Interested in joining?
Join us on IMLeagues!
Search Catholic Coogs under Competitive Men’s Soccer or Noncompetitive Co-Rec.
⚽ Join us next semester! ⚽
Join us on IMLeagues!
Search Catholic Coogs under Competitive Men’s Soccer or Noncompetitive Co-Rec.
⚽ Join us next semester! ⚽
You're invited to a beautiful evening of moving, contemplative prayer in the candlelit chapel at the Villa de Matel. This is one of the best ways to end your Spring semester - in prayer, silence and contemplation.
Café Catholica Lite: May 21st
The next Café Catholica Lite will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2026, from 7:00–8:45 PM at Mary Queen Catholic Church (Friendswood, TX). Our guest speaker, Joseph Matrangelo, owner of Zelie Beans Coffee, will present a talk titled “Discerning the Vocation of Marriage: How It Can Save You!”
Discerning marriage is not simply about discovering whether God is calling you to marriage, but also about discovering who will help you live this life well and prepare for the next. In this talk, Joseph will explore how the Sacrament of Matrimony gives grace to grow in holiness and how, like all the sacraments, it builds upon our human nature. When God calls a couple to marriage, He desires that union to be good, holy, and life-giving. Discerning marriage therefore invites two people to honestly explore their compatibility, desires, and goals so they can prepare a strong natural foundation that is open to the supernatural grace God desires to give.
The evening will include lite snacks, the talk, time for Q&A, and communal prayer.
About Joseph Mastrangelo:
Early in life Joseph knew what he wanted, until God presented His hope for him. He discerned priesthood and religious life with the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston and the Salesians of Don Bosco. He discerned out of diocesan seminary to discern life with the Salesians, then when God revealed that he did not need to be ordained to do what he was called to do. He met his wife, Victoria, while working in ministry at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in West Houston. Together, they have four daughters. He is currently living in Sugar Land, TX, with his wife and four daughters, and owns and operates Zelie Beans Coffee.
The next Café Catholica Lite will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2026, from 7:00–8:45 PM at Mary Queen Catholic Church (Friendswood, TX). Our guest speaker, Joseph Matrangelo, owner of Zelie Beans Coffee, will present a talk titled “Discerning the Vocation of Marriage: How It Can Save You!”
Discerning marriage is not simply about discovering whether God is calling you to marriage, but also about discovering who will help you live this life well and prepare for the next. In this talk, Joseph will explore how the Sacrament of Matrimony gives grace to grow in holiness and how, like all the sacraments, it builds upon our human nature. When God calls a couple to marriage, He desires that union to be good, holy, and life-giving. Discerning marriage therefore invites two people to honestly explore their compatibility, desires, and goals so they can prepare a strong natural foundation that is open to the supernatural grace God desires to give.
The evening will include lite snacks, the talk, time for Q&A, and communal prayer.
About Joseph Mastrangelo:
Early in life Joseph knew what he wanted, until God presented His hope for him. He discerned priesthood and religious life with the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston and the Salesians of Don Bosco. He discerned out of diocesan seminary to discern life with the Salesians, then when God revealed that he did not need to be ordained to do what he was called to do. He met his wife, Victoria, while working in ministry at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in West Houston. Together, they have four daughters. He is currently living in Sugar Land, TX, with his wife and four daughters, and owns and operates Zelie Beans Coffee.
Café Catholica 2026: Rest in Him
The Café Catholica summer series is open to all young adults (ages 18–39) and features dynamic speakers, prayer, and fellowship. Café Catholica 2026 will be held at St. Vincent de Paul Parish (6800 Buffalo Speedway, Houston) on four Thursdays: July 9, 16, 23, and 30.
Each evening will include Confession at 5:15 pm, Mass at 6:15 pm, Dinner at 7:15 pm, and a Talk at 8:15 pm. This year’s theme is “Rest in Him.”
Come for all or part of the evening—no registration is required and donations are accepted.
Further information regarding speakers and topics will be available soon. For more information, contact the Office for Young Adult and Campus Ministry at yacm@archgh.orgor 713-741-8778
The Café Catholica summer series is open to all young adults (ages 18–39) and features dynamic speakers, prayer, and fellowship. Café Catholica 2026 will be held at St. Vincent de Paul Parish (6800 Buffalo Speedway, Houston) on four Thursdays: July 9, 16, 23, and 30.
Each evening will include Confession at 5:15 pm, Mass at 6:15 pm, Dinner at 7:15 pm, and a Talk at 8:15 pm. This year’s theme is “Rest in Him.”
Come for all or part of the evening—no registration is required and donations are accepted.
Further information regarding speakers and topics will be available soon. For more information, contact the Office for Young Adult and Campus Ministry at yacm@archgh.orgor 713-741-8778
Save the Dates! Coming this Fall!
Beginning in August... Spiritual formation in a series of four sessions in the fall for young adults who are serious about the mission God is calling them to and want to learn how to discern. AUG 30, 2026, Evening Meeting OCT 18, 2026, Evening Meeting SEPT 19-20, 2026, Overnight Retreat NOV 15, 2026.
Beginning in August... Spiritual formation in a series of four sessions in the fall for young adults who are serious about the mission God is calling them to and want to learn how to discern. AUG 30, 2026, Evening Meeting OCT 18, 2026, Evening Meeting SEPT 19-20, 2026, Overnight Retreat NOV 15, 2026.
This is a re-post from Houston Vocations monthly newsletter. Interested to learn more about vocations? Click here.
SAVE THE DATES! July 10-19,2026
A weeklong, overnight retreat during the summer in Galveston for young women who are discerning or are open to religious/consecrated life to learn and practice basic tools for living in community.
A weeklong, overnight retreat during the summer in Galveston for young women who are discerning or are open to religious/consecrated life to learn and practice basic tools for living in community.
SAVE THE DATE! Men's Discernment Retreat coming this summer!
July 17-19, 2026
Interested? Reach out to the Houston Vocations office through vocations@archgh.org.
July 17-19, 2026
Interested? Reach out to the Houston Vocations office through vocations@archgh.org.
Need prayer or someone to talk to/pray?
Our Chaplain, Fr. Quang Nguyen, SCJ and campus minister Mariana are here to serve you. You are welcome to contact them by email or GroupMe message in case of any need.
UH Catholic Newman Center
4305 Martin Luther King Blvd. | Houston, TX | 77004 | 713-748-2529
CATHOLIC@UH.EDU
Director: Fr. Quang Nguyen, SCJ
Email: qnguyen@archgh.org
Campus Minister: Mariana Guiterrez
Email: mpirela@archgh.org
