Graduation Masses
We will celebrate two special Masses for our graduating students on Saturday, June 13. At 12:30 Mass will be celebrated in Spanish, and at 4:30 Mass will be celebrated in English. Graduating students are welcome to wear their stoles. All are welcome to attend to offer their prayers and support to our graduates as they embark on their new adventures.
Backpacking in the Sierra Nevada
Come celebrate the end of the school year with an unforgettable backpacking trip in the Sierra Nevada mountains. We’ll spend five days in the beautiful Stanislaus Wilderness surrounded by alpine lakes, granite peaks, and star-filled skies, Expect daily Mass and Adoration at camp, campfires, and time to rest and reconnect in creation.
Farewell Taco Picnic
THE END OF ANOTHER YEAR! Some say college is the shortest and sweetest time of our lives. Others are midway through a PhD. Tacos taste good either way. Join for one last Taco Dinner this year at our Farewell Picnic as we say farewell to graduating students and thank you to everyone who made this year of ministry so great.
Hope to see you there!
Common Roots Farm
Join fellow community members from the Catholic Community at Stanford as we head to Common Roots Farm in Santa Cruz for a morning of volunteering on Saturday, May 30! This opportunity is open to undergraduate and graduate students, young adults, and permanent community members. Work may include planting, harvesting, working soil, clearing beds, petting chickens, feeding sheep, or whatever needs to be done on the farm that day. The morning will begin at 9:30 a.m. and end around 12:30 p.m. We will provide lunch to those who wish to stay. We are unable to provide rides to the farm but will help volunteers coordinate carpooling. Sign up HERE by May 28 to allow us time to plan lunch and coordinate rides. Sign ups after this date are ok if you plan to arrange your own transportation. Contact Eric Lebel at elebel@alumni.stanford.edu with any questions.
Memorial Day Surfing
Join our Catholic Surfer’s group Memorial Day, Monday, May 25. Beginners welcome.
More info/rsvp on the WhatsApp.
Giants vs. White Sox
On Saturday May 23, everyone is invited to watch the Giants face off the White Sox at Oracle Park. The cost is roughly $50, and we will take Caltrain to San Francisco. Please RSVP using the link available at the table outside of Mass.
Undergrad Spring Formal
HELLO CATHOLIC PEOPLES!!! Are we ready for the event of the year?? That’s right, spring formal is upon us. Fun times, great music, crazy lit amazing food and Fr. Bart’s comments as we frolick the night away. See you on the ROWWWW!
Stanford Athletics Mass
This is the last Stanford Athletics Mass of the year. Mark your calendars and pull up for prayer and fellowship. All athletes, coaches, staff, and athletic department members are welcome to join us in offering the season and all your hard work to God. Join us afterwards for some quick refreshments! Bring your teammates!
Sophomore Class Dinner
Sophomores! Join us for Nick the Greek dinner on Sunday, May 17th! We will be meeting at Old Union Third Floor Common Room. Let’s show up and show out! Hope to see you all there!!
Grad Student Spring Formal
Hello lovely people! GCSA formally invites you all to our Enchanted Spring Formal at The Museum of American Heritage! It’ll be a night full of dancing, food, drinks, and fun! See Grad WhatsApp for QR code to RSVP.
Formal Details
When: May 16th, 2026
Time: 7pm-9:30pm
Where: The Museum of American Heritage
Commonly asked Q’s
Q: How much are tickets?
A: Free :)
Q: Can my +1 be a non-stanford student?
A: Yes, as long as they are accompanied by a Grad/Post Doc Stanford student
Q: Is there an age requirement?
A: Yes, all attendees must be over +21
Q: Will there be food?
A: Heavy apps and drinks will be served!
Q: Is there a dress code?
A: Formal dress! Suits and dresses (added plus if it’s enchanted vibes)
Q: Is there parking available?
A: Yes there is free parking available on site
Mercy Night
Mercy Night is an evening of quiet prayer, contemplative music, and reflection in God’s presence. You can pray, sing quietly, light a candle before Christ, go to confession with one of our priests or just sit in silent reflection. Prayer teams will be available to pray with you if you need intercession or healing. Stay 5 minutes or full hour and a half.
Converts Mixer
ALL CONVERTS are invited to a dinner on May 12th @ 7 PM in the Old Union 3rd Floor Common Room. Whether you entered the Church recently or years ago, come meet other converts and get to know each other over pizza! Can’t wait to see you all there!
Stanford Catholic Film Group "First Reformed"
Please join the Stanford Catholic Film Group on Monday, May 11, to discuss First Reformed (2017). Written and directed by Paul Schrader (Blue Collar, Affliction), this movie was nominated for Best Original Screenplay Oscar, and won numerous other awards for Schrader and Ethan Hawke, who stars as Reverend Ernst Toller. The Atlantic called it “[A]n embittered look at our world through the eyes of someone who’s increasingly horrified to be a part of it…one of the most searing cinema experiences of the year.” The film asks if despair can be contagious, especially if the new victim is susceptible, like an immuno-deficient patient. We’ll be meeting at 7:30 on Zoom. It’s available very widely to rent or purchase. https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/first-reformed or YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=As19i21CCYo
A Zoom link will be sent the day before, so if you’re not on the email list currently, send a message stating “I’m Interested” to StanfordYRCFilm@gmail.com.
Everyone is invited!
Grad Talk & Dinner: Faith & Identity
Our last Dinner & Talk of the year is coming up fast—so make sure to save the date! We’re excited to host an incredible panel featuring Eve Tushnet, Stephen Staten, Keith Wildenberg, and our very own Fr. Chrysostom. They’ll be diving into what it means to be Catholic and Gay, how to navigate faith, and how we can better support our brothers and sisters in Christ. Come hear their stories, bring your thoughtful (and even tough!) questions, and be part of an honest and meaningful conversation. Come for the free food, stay for the powerful discussion, and leave with your questions answered—and something to reflect on. Undergrads are welcome. RSVP here.
Isabella McCormick Senior Recital
Our very own Isabella McCormick, an exceptional harpist and winner of the 2026 Carol and Peter Polk Music Award for Excellence in Instrumental or Vocal Performance, will be performing her senior recital on Sunday, May 10. If you haven’t experienced one of her incredible performances, now’s your chance. If you have, you know you won’t want to miss it. Admission is free! RSVP here!
Hike & Mass - Mission Peak
Come and conquer the iconic Mission Peak: one of the Bay Area’s must-do hikes! Join us for a beautiful day of hiking, fellowship, and Mass at the summit. Click here for more details and to RSVP.
Kickback Dance Party
Want to learn some moves before Spring Formal?! Join us this Friday to learn various social dances including: Swing, bachata, Waltz, salsa, and line-dancing!
Upperclassman Dinner
Join us for the Junior and Senior Class dinner next Sunday, 5/3 after the 4:30 Mass! We will be in OU 3rd floor common room having Mendocino Farms. Come for the delicious sandwich and stay for the amazing company!
Daily Rosary for May Begins
Join us in praying the Rosary every day during the month of May, traditionally dedicated to Our Blessed Mother. We’ll meet at 5:30 PM daily in the Catholic Office (Old Union 304) to offer this powerful devotion together. Whether you can come once or every day, we’d love for you to be part of it. You can sign up to lead or simply let us know you’ll be there by adding your name to the Rosary
“Pray the Rosary every day to obtain peace for the world and an end to the war.” —Our Lady of Fatima (First Apparition, May 13, 1917)
“The Rosary is a prayer which always accompanies me. It’s also the prayer of ordinary people and the saints… and a prayer from my heart.” —Pope Francis (May 13, 2014)
Spring Retreat for Undergrads
A weekend of silent prayer, fellowship, and formation. We’ll be staying at an AirBnB near the Monterey coast. Spend this time deepening your relationship with God and making new friends in the midst of a beautiful spring quarter. Hope you can join us!
Cost: $50
Click here to register. Registration ends April 27.
Stanford Athletics Mass
Our second Athletics mass of the year will be on Wednesday, April 29th. The last Athletics mass of the year will be 05/20. Mark your calendars and pull up for prayer and fellowship. All athletes, coaches, staff, and athletic department members are welcome to join us in offering the season and all your hard work to God. Join us afterwards for some quick refreshments! Bring your teammates!
Bring-A-Friend to Mass & Community Dinner
Easter Season is here, Spring Quarter is upon us, and Panda Express awaits! Bring a friend to the 4:30 PM mass on 04/26 and invite them to join for a community dinner at Old Union 302 afterwards! Whether you’re a regular or you’ve been meaning to plug in — this is the move.
Common Roots Farm
Join fellow community members from the Catholic Community at Stanford as we head to Common Roots Farm in Santa Cruz for a morning of volunteering on Saturday, April 25! This opportunity is open to undergraduate and graduate students, young adults, and permanent community members. Work may include planting, harvesting, working soil, clearing beds, petting chickens, feeding sheep, or whatever needs to be done on the farm that day. The morning will begin at 9:30am and end around 12:30pm. We will provide lunch to those who wish to stay. We are unable to provide rides to the farm but will help volunteers coordinate carpooling. Sign up HERE by April 23 to allow us time to plan lunch and coordinate rides. Sign ups after this date are ok if you plan to arrange your own transportation. Contact Eric Lebel at elebel@alumni.stanford.edu with any questions.
Admit Weekend Ice Cream Social
Profros! Come meet Catholic Stanford students, priests, and enjoy some AMAZING ice cream on Friday 04/24 at 6 pm in the Old Union courtyard (between white plaza and Old Union). Students! Join us to chop it up over some some free ice cream and welcome our future frosh. See you there!