Vision of the Harvard Catholic Center
Proclaiming the Truth and Love of Jesus Christ to Harvard and to the World

Mission of the Harvard Catholic Center
The Harvard Catholic Center invites the greater Harvard community to grow in a meaningful relationship with Jesus Christ through Catholic worship, inquiry, prayer, and service, forming disciples who use their gifts for the flourishing of the Church and the world.

It is hard to stereotype the people in any Harvard crowd and that is certainly true at the Harvard Catholic Center.  Some students come by for Sunday Eucharist, while others get absorbed with projects and friendships that last for years.  Still, all are bound by a common faith in Christ.  For Catholic students, Harvard is as much a pilgrimage of the heart and soul as it is a challenge for strong minds.

Over the years, thousands of young women and men have brought a rich tradition of Catholic life to the University.  As a ministry of the Archdiocese of Boston and St. Paul Parish in Harvard Square, the Center keeps this tradition alive, and flourishing on campus.

A committed and experienced staff of chaplains, FOCUS missionaries, and administrators provides year-to-year continuity and support to the programming that takes place at the Harvard Catholic Center. The chaplains are available for counseling and spiritual direction. Appointments help, but you are always welcome to stop in!