Catholic Churches in Berkeley, California

Newman Hall / Holy Spirit Parish

Diocese of Oakland

Directions

Address

2700 Dwight Way
Berkeley, CA 94704

About Newman Hall / Holy Spirit Parish

Newman Hall–Holy Spirit Parish has been the Catholic home at UC Berkeley since its founding as a Newman Club on December 8, 1899. Now led by Dominican Friars since July 2024, it brings together UC students and local families in a striking 1967 chapel designed by Mario Ciampi, featuring soaring concrete walls built to flex in earthquakes. Four Sunday Masses — including a 9 PM Mass during the school year — complement a FOCUS student ministry, Loaves & Fishes outreach, and a long tradition linking faith with social justice.

Newman Hall / Holy Spirit Parish is a Roman Catholic parish in Berkeley, California, part of the Diocese of Oakland. The parish offers Mass 12 times per week, including Sunday at 8 AM and 10 AM and 5 PM and 9 PM. Confession is available on Thursday, Saturday. Eucharistic Adoration is offered — see schedule below. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

8 AM
10 AM
5 PM
9 PM

Monday

12:10 PM

Tuesday

12:10 PM

Wednesday

12:10 PM

Thursday

12:10 PM
8 PM(During school year)

Friday

12:10 PM

Saturday

12:10 PM
5 PM

Mass and sacrament times can change for holy days, seasons, and special events. Please confirm directly with the parish before visiting.

Confession Schedule

Thursday

7 PM - 8 PMDuring school year

Saturday

11 AM - 12 PM

Eucharistic Adoration

Tuesday: 11 AM - 12 PM
Wednesday: 11 AM - 12 PM
Thursday: 7 PM - 8 PM
Friday: 11 AM - 12 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Mass times at Newman Hall / Holy Spirit Parish? ▼

Newman Hall / Holy Spirit Parish Mass times: Sunday at 8 AM, 10 AM, 5 PM, 9 PM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

When is confession at Newman Hall / Holy Spirit Parish? ▼

Newman Hall / Holy Spirit Parish confession times: Thursday 7 PM - 8 PM; Saturday 11 AM - 12 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at Newman Hall / Holy Spirit Parish? ▼

Yes, Newman Hall / Holy Spirit Parish celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 5 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.

Does Newman Hall / Holy Spirit Parish have daily Mass? ▼

Yes, Newman Hall / Holy Spirit Parish offers daily Mass on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 12:10 PM, 8 PM.

Where is Newman Hall / Holy Spirit Parish located? ▼

Newman Hall / Holy Spirit Parish is located at 2700 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94704. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.

Does Newman Hall / Holy Spirit Parish have Eucharistic Adoration? ▼

Yes, Newman Hall / Holy Spirit Parish offers Eucharistic Adoration. Schedule: Tuesday 11 AM - 12 PM; Wednesday 11 AM - 12 PM; Thursday 7 PM - 8 PM; Friday 11 AM - 12 PM.

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