Noticias

The Mexican American Catholic College (MACC) is partnering with Loyola University Chicago and leading Catholic institutions nationwide through the new CENTERS initiative, a collaboration supported by a $10 million Lilly Endowment grant. This multi‑institution effort strengthens synodal leadership, active listening, and pastoral formation across the Church. Through CENTERS, MACC will help advance ministerial training, regional formation programs, and innovative approaches to synodality that support a more participatory Catholic community.

Fr. Anthony Ruff, O.S.B. will present “Receiving Communion: It’s More
Than You Might Think!” at St. John Hall at Assumption Seminary at 5:30pm Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026 as MACC’s Cultura Católica Day Speaker.

The Mexican American Catholic College (MACC) rejoices with our partners at Saint John’s School of Theology and Seminary for receiving a $10 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to launch the Stabilitas: Renewing Rural Ministry initiative.

Join us on Tuesday, October 28th, 2025 for MACC’s Annual Pastoral Visit with Archbishop Gustavo!

Join us on Wednesday, March 12th for MACC’s Spanish Language Programs Webinar 2025. The informational session will begin online at 11:00AM.

Dr. Hansol Goo will present “Heavenly Queen and Earthly Mother: Typologies of the Virgin Mary in Art” in the Alfaro Hall Classroom at 5:30pm Thursday, February 27th, 2025 as MACC’s Cultura Católica Day Speaker.

MACC has received a grant of $6,290,000 from Lilly Endowment Inc. for Ministry in Rural Areas and Small Towns.

Merry Christmas – Feliz Navidad from MACC!

Join us on Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024 for MACC’s Annual Pastoral Visit with Archbishop Gustavo!

Cohort partners will gain a better understanding of the immigration experience, as well as of the poverty that exists along the southern border.

MACC and the Office of Diaconate Ministry and Formation are pleased to announce their annual Deacons Gala

Discover the first annual Rural Immersion Program at St. John’s School of Theology in collaboration with MACC! The program is focusing on “…every area of small communities” anchored in prayer and theological reflection.

Momentos Magazine highlights MACC from its beginnings to the college’s current projects and mission – providing education and resources to those serving in Hispanic ministry as “…the cultural academic center…to help the large population of Catholics in this country.”

Join us on Monday, March 18th for MACC’s annual Pastoral Visit with Archbishop Gustavo.

Fr. Patella will present his talk: “Revitalization of Imagination in Biblical Exegesis: The Saint John’s Bible, Art and the Hispanic Legacy” in the Alfaro Hall at 5:30pm Thursday, February 22nd, 2024.

A follow up talk with Dr. Robert O’ Connor of St. Mary’s University will take place on Monday, February 26th at 5:30PM at MACC.

The deadline for nominations and applications is April 30, 2024. Full cost of the event, including transportation, housing, and food, will be covered by Haciendo Caminos.

Merry Christmas – Feliz Navidad from MACC!

MACC has received a grant of $1,236,838 from Lilly Endowment Inc. to help establish the Praying and Learning con la Familia program.

MACC and the Office of Diaconate Ministry and Formation are pleased to announce their annual Deacons Gala

Dr. Colberg is a member of the Vatican theological commission responsible for assisting the Synod of Bishops