Worship at Dominican
St. Catherine Benincasa Chapel Schedules
Eucharistic Liturgies
Sunday Liturgy: 7:30 p.m.
Weekday, Monday - Friday 12:05 p.m.
Veritas Interfaith Center Schedule
Dharma Eye (Buddhist)
Zen Meditation & Service: Mondays, 7:00 p.m.
Morning Prayer:
Thursdays, 6:00 a.m.
Marin Friends (Quaker)
Sundays, 10:00 a.m.
Vippassana Meditation (Buddhist)
Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m.
Mindful Meditation
Tuesdays, 5:00 p.m.
Prayer with music and poetry (Sufi)
Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.
Prayer Meetings
ELS Bible Study
Monday, 3:30 p.m., (Siena Center)
BASIC (Brothers and Sisters in Christ)
Wednesday, 8:30 p.m. (Siena Center)
Muslim Association
Friday, 1:30 p.m. (Veritas Center)
Liturgical Choir
The Liturgical Choir assists in the
Eucharistic celebrations of the University. The choir meets on Sundays at 6:00 p.m., and sings during the 7:30 p.m. Sunday celebration as well as special celebrations throughout the year.
Liturgical Ministries
Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to fully participate in liturgical and spiritual services. Shared ministries include:
- Eucharistic Ministers
- Lectors
- Musicans/Cantors
- Events Planning/Coordinating
- Hospitality/Gatherings
If you are interested in assisting, contact Lianni Castro.
Mass of the Holy Spirit
The Mass of the Holy Spirit is the annual celebration of the beginning of the academic year. This year, the Mass of the Holy Spirit is incorporated into "Dominican Spirit Day," and leads off the beginning of the days events. The Mass is celebrated outdoors, and is open to everyone of all faiths. Students, faculty, staff, alumni and Board of Trustee members participate in this annual tradition. This year will be celebrated during "Spirit Week," October 27, 2:00 p.m. in the St. Catherine Benincasa Chapel.
Rosh Hosannah
Dominican celebrates Rosh Hosannah, the Jewish New Year, during the first semester. The services are led by Rabbi Henry Shreibman, and are open to all members of the Dominican community. (September 29, 30, 2011)
Alumni Christmas Mass
A traditional Christmas celebration is the
annual Alumni Christmas Mass. This Mass is celebrated during one of the Sundays of Advent. Alumni join together with students, with seniors as their special guests, to celebrate the season. (December 11, 2011)
Alumni Reunion Mass
Alumni Reunion is traditionally held in April of each year. On the Saturday of Alumni Weekend, alumni gather with students to begin the day with a Mass of Remembrance. During the Mass, alumni who died over the past year are remembered in a special way.
Baccalaureate Mass
The Baccalaureate Mass opens the Commencement ceremonies at the end of the academic year. The Mass, planned and led by members of the graduating classes, is held at St. Raphael's Church in downtown San Rafael. Graduates, families, faculty and staff of the University join together in prayer to celebrate the completion of individuals' journeys and the resulting achievement of a long-sought goal. (May 11, 2012)
