Upcoming Events
Greek Southwest Retreat
Greek men and women! We have a special opportunity for all of you! From March 27-29th, we are taking Greek students to Prescott, Arizona for a retreat all centered around God the Father's love and our identity as children of God. We will be joining with other fraternity and sorority students from schools like SDSU, ASU and the U of A.
To learn more about retreat or scholarships, please contact Jonnie or Hallie.
*Scholarships are available so don't let cost be a barrier to you radically changing your relationship with God.
Men's Fishing Trip
Join us for a morning of fishing, fellowship, and faith at the iconic Santa Monica Pier!
No fishing experience or license required - just come ready to relax, bond, and enjoy God’s creation. We’ll meet at the Catholic Center at 9AM for Mass and afterwards carpool to the pier , where we’ll fish, share stories, and enjoy lunch together before heading back in the early afternoon.
Bring your own pole and bait if you have them, or rent on-site. Breakfast, Lunch and drinks will be provided. Take a break from the city, cast your line, and strengthen your faith and brotherhood in Christ!
Nova Forum Seminar: Poetry, Attention, and Joy
For our final seminar this year, we turn to T.S. Eliot’s beautiful and profound poem, Four Quartets, in dialogue with an essay by philosopher Simone Weil.
How can poetry respond to the “wasteland” of our fragmented and alienated culture? What virtues of attention and memory do we need to rediscover? How do Christian prayer—and university studies—both require the virtue of attention? Join us for our final conversation!
Consecration to St. Joseph
St Josemaria Escriva said "Saint Joseph. One cannot love Jesus and Mary without loving the Holy Patriarch."
What is Consecration to St Joseph?
According to Fr Calloway, MIC, to be consecrated to St Joseph means that you "acknowledge him as your spiritual father, and that you want to be like him. To show it, you entrust yourself entirely into his paternal care so that he can help you acquire his virtues and become holy... St Joseph, in turn, will give those consecrated to him his undivided attention, protection, and guidance."
We will meet every other Sunday beginning March 29th and the consecration day will be on May 1st. Please open the RSVP form and read the introduction for more information!
Live Stations of the Cross
As we commemorate the crucifixion of our Lord on Good Friday, join us on April 3rd for a live reenactment of the Stations of the Cross. Starting at 3PM, we will begin at Tommy Trojan and process our way down Trousdale until we arrive at the Catholic Center. We hope you can join us as we pray through the Stations.
Passion of the Christ Watch Party
Join the Trojan Catholic family in viewing the film, Passion of the Christ following the Good Friday service in the Library. No food will be served as we will still be fasting. However, we ask you to bring a blanket and tissues for this special Good Friday movie night tradition. See you on Friday!
Men’s Day Retreat & Beach Day
Join us for a day of faith and fraternity at our Men’s Day Retreat. This year’s theme is the Male Vocation to Fatherhood. The day will include spiritual talks, prayer, fellowship with seminarians, recreation, and a hangout at Redondo Beach for some friendly sports competition. Come grow in brotherhood and your relationship with God!
Eucharistic Procession
Join us for our Second Eucharistic Procession on Wednesday, April 29th, for a powerful witness of faith as we walk with Our Lord through the USC campus. We will begin with Holy Hour and Confessions at 4PM, followed by Mass at 5PM.
Immediately following Mass, we will process with Our Lord to USC campus and end at the USC Caruso Catholic Center with Benediction. Following we will gather for a light reception.
Mass on the Grass
Experience the joy of community and worship right in the heart of campus with Mass on the Grass. Join fellow students in Alumni Park to participate in the Holy Mass amidst the vibrant energy of USC.
This is a unique opportunity to deepen your faith, connect with fellow Trojan Catholics, and take a refreshing spiritual break from your busy academic life. Let the beauty of the outdoors inspire you as we come together to receive the Holy Eucharist.
Lenten Night of Mercy | Penance Service
Join us for our Lenten Penance Service on Tuesday, March 24, from 7:00–9:00 PM. This is a beautiful opportunity to prepare your heart for Easter through prayer, reflection, and the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Come and experience God’s mercy and healing in a peaceful, prayerful setting. Priests will be available for confessions throughout the evening. All are welcome.
Men's Rosary Making Workshop
"The rosary is the most powerful weapon to touch the heart of Jesus, Our Savior." – St. Louis de Montfort
Men, join us to craft your own rosary, the Spiritual Sword of Our Lady. Strengthen your prayer life, connect with others, and create something meaningful that draws you closer to Christ through Mary.
All men welcome. Make, pray, and grow together! No experience needed. Snack and light refreshments provided. Bring a friend!
Men's Seminary Visit
Men of the CC, have you ever wondered what life in seminary is really like? Join us for a visit to St. John’s Seminary in Camarillo for a full tour, a mixer with current seminarians, and have a conversation about vocations, priestly formation, and growing in faith. It is a chance to grow in brotherhood, and explore how God might be calling you. Transportation is provided and registration closes March 20th.
St. Francis Food Pantry
Make a difference in the community and help the less fortunate by prepping food boxes and distributing them to our brothers and sisters in need. Come join us at St. Francis Center this Saturday, November 2. We will meet at the CC at 930AM and will return at 1PM. This is an amazing opportunity to serve alongside Trojan Catholics and to help those in our community.
Rosary for Vulnerable Women & Babies
Join us in prayer as we lift up vulnerable women and babies to Our Blessed Mother’s care. Together, we’ll pray the Rosary for those facing hardship, offering our intentions for protection, healing, and hope.
Lenten Worship Night w/ Matt Maher
We are so excited to welcome Matt Maher to the CC! He’s a nine-time Grammy nominee and Grammy winner, with some of the most recognizable worship songs out there, including ‘Your Grace Is Enough’ and ‘Christ Is Risen’.
Join us on February 27 at 7PM where he’ll be leading our Lenten Worship Night through music and story as we start Lent together.
Tickets for USC Students and the General Public are now available for purchase on our website! We anticipate it to sell out so grab yours while you can.
Casa Milagrosa & Hotel Dieu
Did you know that loneliness can be a form of poverty?
Mother Teresa once said: "The most terrible poverty is loneliness and the feeling of being unloved."
Come with us on Friday as we visit with the homeless and elderly at Casa Milagrosa & Hotel Dieu! We will meet in the courtyard at 7:15am and return by 10:30am. Come and join us, it's the best way to start your weekend!
Rosary for Vulnerable Women & Babies
Join us in prayer as we lift up vulnerable women and babies to Our Blessed Mother’s care. Together, we’ll pray the Rosary for those facing hardship, offering our intentions for protection, healing, and hope.
Casa Milagrosa & Hotel Dieu
Did you know that loneliness can be a form of poverty?
Mother Teresa once said: "The most terrible poverty is loneliness and the feeling of being unloved."
Come with us on Friday as we visit with the homeless and elderly at Casa Milagrosa & Hotel Dieu! We will meet in the courtyard at 7:15am and return by 10:30am. Come and join us, it's the best way to start your weekend!
Catholic Trojan Retreat 13 (CTRXIV)
As we progress in the spiritual life, we are invited to a deeper intimacy with God, a deeper transformation. Join us from February 13-15th for a weekend of prayer, small groups, adoration, and meaningful conversations as we encounter the Spirit of God and experience His intense love.
Together, we’ll experience the power of the Holy Spirit through a variety of talks, scripture passages and prayer periods aimed at inviting this "New Pentecost" into our lives. Don’t miss this opportunity to grow in faith and community!
Limited scholarships are available! To learn more, email thea@catholictrojan.org
Rosary for Vulnerable Women & Babies
Join us in prayer as we lift up vulnerable women and babies to Our Blessed Mother’s care. Together, we’ll pray the Rosary for those facing hardship, offering our intentions for protection, healing, and hope.
Casa Milagrosa & Hotel Dieu
Did you know that loneliness can be a form of poverty?
Mother Teresa once said: "The most terrible poverty is loneliness and the feeling of being unloved."
Come with us on Friday as we visit with the homeless and elderly at Casa Milagrosa & Hotel Dieu! We will meet in the courtyard at 7:15am and return by 10:30am. Come and join us, it's the best way to start your weekend!
Rosary for Vulnerable Women & Babies
Join us in prayer as we lift up vulnerable women and babies to Our Blessed Mother’s care. Together, we’ll pray the Rosary for those facing hardship, offering our intentions for protection, healing, and hope.
St. Francis Food Pantry
Make a difference in the community and help the less fortunate by prepping food boxes and distributing them to our brothers and sisters in need. Come join us at St. Francis Center this Saturday, November 2. We will meet at the CC at 930AM and will return at 1PM. This is an amazing opportunity to serve alongside Trojan Catholics and to help those in our community.
Casa Milagrosa & Hotel Dieu
Did you know that loneliness can be a form of poverty?
Mother Teresa once said: "The most terrible poverty is loneliness and the feeling of being unloved."
Come with us on Friday as we visit with the homeless and elderly at Casa Milagrosa & Hotel Dieu! We will meet in the courtyard at 7:15am and return by 10:30am. Come and join us, it's the best way to start your weekend!
OneLife LA
Join us on January 24 as we take part in OneLife LA, an annual gathering that unites communities and inspires action in celebration of the dignity of every human life from conception to natural death.
We’ll meet in the CC courtyard at 1pm and carpool to the Cathedral for the Walk for Life, where speakers, music, and acts of service will uplift our call to protect the vulnerable: the unborn, the homeless, the sick, the elderly, and immigrants.
The day concludes with a Requiem Mass for the Unborn at 5pm, inviting us into reflection and hope.
Mass w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz
You’ve probably seen him on YouTube, heard him at SEEK, or listened to the Bible in a Year podcast. We’re beyond excited to welcome Fr. Mike Schmitz to the CC to celebrate Mass on January 22 at 5:30 pm.
We expect a large congregation, so please come early to save a seat. This is going to be an incredible night, so grab your friends and don’t miss out!
Ministry Fair
God has blessed each of us with gifts meant to build up the community.
Ministry Fair is your chance to put those gifts into action! Join us in the courtyard after the 10am and 5pm Masses on January 18th to meet student leaders and staff and learn how you can get involved at the CC. From Bible studies and choir to mission trips and more, there’s a place for you here.
NightFever | Night of Prayer
Join us for Night Fever, a peaceful, come-and-go evening of prayer, Eucharistic Adoration, and worship from 8PM to Midnight.
Whether you’re new to faith, questioning, or simply seeking the goodness of God, this night is for you. The space will be filled with praise and worship, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, opportunities for confession, prayer teams available throughout the night, and a chance to light a candle for any intentions on your heart.
Stay for five minutes or for the whole night, there are no expectations, no pressures just an open door to come as you are.
Bring a friend and encounter God in a powerful, personal way.
He is waiting for you.
Winter Food Festival and Variety Show
On Wednesday, January 14th, come enjoy our first Winter Food Festival and Variety Show! There will be food booths and lots of entertainment. No RSVP needed! Bring your friends and enjoy the night!
We’re looking for acts, so if you’d like to perform, be sure to sign up. All talents are welcome 😎
Welcome Back Bonfire
Start off the Spring Semester at our Welcome Back Bonfire on January 13th at 7PM where you can connect with fellow Trojan Catholics and get plugged in with the community.
Freshmen Happy Hour
Freshmen, join us for Freshman Happy Hour on Tuesday, January 13th, from 6-7PM and meet other first-year students and learn more about the Catholic Center.
SEEK 2026
SEEK is a five-day experience where thousands of Catholics come together to encounter Christ through prayer, Adoration, the sacraments, and inspiring speakers. It’s a chance to focus on what matters most, grow in authentic community, and be transformed in your faith. Join your fellow Trojan Catholics from January 1- January 5 as we travel to Denver, CO for To The Heights Seek Conference! Want to learn more? Please reach out to Jonnie Loecken, FOCUS Missionary.
Our Lady of Guadalupe Mass & Procession
Join us for an Evening Mass at 5:30PM celebrating the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. After Mass, we’ll have a short procession with her image around the Catholic Center, followed by a small reception that will include coffee/ hot chocolate and pan dulce in the courtyard. All are welcome—bring a friend and come celebrate with us.
Mass: 5:30PM followed by a short procession
Reception: 7-9pm
Flapjacks and Finals
Finals are coming up! Refuel with a cozy dinner of pancakes and waffles loaded with your favorite toppings plus coffee, orange juice, and tea to keep you going! Join us in Newman Hall on Wednesday, December 10th from 6-8PM for a little finals week pick-me-up. No RSVP needed, just come hungry and ready to recharge!
Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary | Holy Day of Obligation
The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception celebrates that Mary was conceived without original sin. As Pope Pius IX said in 1854, and as quoted in the Catechism, “The most Blessed Virgin Mary was, from the first moment of her conception, by a singular grace and privilege of almighty God and by virtue of the merits of Jesus Christ, Savior of the human race, preserved immune from all stain of original sin.
This is a Holy Day of Obligation. Mass will be offered at 12:10 PM and 5:30 PM.
Rosary for Vulnerable Women & Babies
Join us in prayer as we lift up vulnerable women and babies to Our Blessed Mother’s care. Together, we’ll pray the Rosary for those facing hardship, offering our intentions for protection, healing, and hope.
St. Francis Food Pantry
Make a difference in the community and help the less fortunate by prepping food boxes and distributing them to our brothers and sisters in need. Come join us at St. Francis Center this Saturday, November 2. We will meet at the CC at 9AM and will return at 1PM. This is an amazing opportunity to serve alongside Trojan Catholics and to help those in our community.
Casa Milagrosa & Hotel Dieu
Did you know that loneliness can be a form of poverty?
Mother Teresa once said: "The most terrible poverty is loneliness and the feeling of being unloved."
Come with us on Friday as we visit with the homeless and elderly at Casa Milagrosa & Hotel Dieu! We will meet in the courtyard at 7:20am and return by 10:30am. Come and join us, it's the best way to start your weekend!