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Columbia Catholic Ministry is an active fellowship of Catholic university students seeking to grow closer to Christ in friendship with each other. On this page you can find details about all the events we’re hosting during NSOP week and the first week of class, as well as links where you can find Mass times, meet our priests and student leaders, and more!

NSOP WEEK activities

Move-In Mass: Sunday August 24, 4:30 PM
Notre Dame Church (W 114th St. & Morningside Dr.)
A special Sunday Mass for the convenience of newly arrived students and their families.
You can find more Mass times in the neighborhood here.

Lawn Games: Wednesday August 27, 2:00 PM
Meet CCM on the Butler Lawns and relax while playing spikeball, frisbee, and more.

Sunday Mass and Ice Cream Social: Sunday August 31, 5:00 PM
Notre Dame Church
Our first Sunday Mass of the year at its normal time.
Afterwards, enjoy a cool treat with other Columbia Catholics at the Merton Institute.

The Sacred Architecture of Morningside Heights: Monday September 1, 12:45 PM
Meet at Notre Dame Church right after the (daily) 12:10 PM Mass.
Our assistant chaplain, Fr. Peter (a former architect), will give a walking tour of the neighborhood focusing on the art, architecture and history of our churches.

Kahoot & Krispy Kreme: Wednesday September 3, 6:00 PM
Merton Institute (405 W 114th St.)
Get to know CCM and each other with games and donuts.

Rooftop BBQ: Sunday September 7, 6:15 PM
Merton Institute
Enjoy great views, food, and friends on the roof of the Merton Institute.
Takes place right after the 5:00pm student Mass.

About Columbia Catholic Ministry

Meet our priests, student leaders, and FOCUS missionaries
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