Saint Paul University Catholic Center

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- (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 - Academic Year

Weekday Mass
1. Mon-Sat: Noon
2. Wed: Candlelight, 9pm
3. Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri: 5pm
Sunday Masses
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.
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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!
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Thursday Night Large Groups

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.
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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

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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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- Student Testimonies
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Saint Paul's Soirée 2020

Date:

Saturday, April 10, 2021

Time:

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Location:

Madison Marriott West Conference Center

1313 John Q Hammons Dr

Middleton, WI 53562

Saint Paul's Soiree

Saint Paul's Soirée Date Rescheduled to September 18, 2020

Join us for a night of celebration and story! At Saint Paul's Soirée, you will experience the fun and energetic atmosphere that combines the joy of current UW-Madison students, the broader community of alumni, proud parents, generous donors, and inspired Catholics from across the country. Reunite with friends and meet new people; listen to incredible student stories; and hear the latest updates on the happenings at Saint Paul's Catholic Student Center at the University of Wisconsin - Madison.

6:00 pm - Holy Happy Hour
7:00 pm - Dinner
8:00 pm - Program featuring powerful student testimonies

As of now, there is not a Saint Paul's room block for September 18 based on Madison Marriott West's hotel availability.

Thank you to our 2020 sponsors!

Diamond: Backflip, CG Schmidt

Gold: Endres Manufacturing Company, Hausmann-Johnson Insurance