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Fall Hours
Chapel Office
Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Announcements
Election Calm
As we anxiously await news on Tuesday, we can still find calm within. Come walk the labyrinth, journal, or reflect in the Gardens at the Chapel. Free and open to the public. No RSVP required.
- Tuesday, November 5th
- 9am to 5pm
- Chapel Labyrinth, Listening Garden, and Garden of Reflection & Remembrance
Harmony Quest
Are you ready for an unforgettable experience that blends fun, mindfulness, and a little adventure? Mark your calendars because The Harmony Quest is coming up, and it’s an event you won’t want to miss..!
- Date: Friday, November 8
- Time: 12:00 noon - 2:00 pm
- Location: Garden Chapel, Memorial Chapel
Here’s what’s in store:
- Scavenger Hunt: Explore the hidden gems of Memorial Chapel with friends
- Guided Meditation: Recharge with a peaceful session led by SKY UMD
- Lunch and Connect: Enjoy lunch, connect, and unwind with like-minded friends
Reserve your spot now: stamp.umd.edu/THQNOV8
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to relax, connect, and discover! Bring your curiosity and friends.
Join Us on November 11 for Veteran Voices – Honoring UMD Veterans
Did you know? The Memorial Chapel at UMD is more than a campus icon – it’s a tribute to the Maryland students, alumni, faculty, and staff who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Since its dedication on October 12, 1952, the Chapel has served as a place of remembrance.
This Veterans Day, we invite you to join us for the Veteran Voices event, a re-imagined tribute honoring our veterans. Current and former members of TerpVets: Student Veteran Organization will share their personal stories, celebrating service, resilience, and commitment. Accompanied by stirring performances from the UMD Jazz Quintet and the Mighty Sound of Maryland Pep Band, this is a day to remember and reflect.
Mark your calendar, and don’t miss this heartfelt tribute..! For more info, visit stamp.umd.edu/vetshonor
Veterans Day Vigil
Honor and remember the University of Maryland Veterans we've lost during our annual Veterans' Day Vigil. ROTC cadets will stand at attention on the front steps of the Memorial Chapel in honor of fallen UMD Veterans between 2:00 and 3:00 p.m. The National Moment of Silence for Veterans Day will be commemorated with the playing of Taps at 2:11 p.m.
Learn more about the Veterans we've lost this past year at stamp.umd.edu/VetsHonor
Open Houses
Come tour the spaces before booking your wedding or group event during our monthly Open Houses:
- November 16, 4pm - 6pm
- December 14, 10am - 12pm
- January 25, 10am - 12pm
- February 15, 12pm - 2pm
- March 22, 10am - 12pm
- April 19, 2pm - 4pm
- May 17, 12pm - 2pm
- June 21, 10am - 12pm
Attention UNIV100 Instructors:
The Chapel offers many resources from the beautiful Chapels to the ever-evolving Gardens, from the hidden journals to the meditative Labyrinth.
Bring your UNIV100 class for a FREE, one-hour tour of the Chapel and grounds, ending with a meditation and labyrinth walk!
Reach out to book with us at chapel@umd.edu or call (301) 314-9866.
Looking for a faith community?
Click this link or scan the QR code to fill out the Faith Interest Form and we will be in touch with you shortly.
Fall Semester Chaplain Events
Worship: Thursdays 6:30-8pm, Garden Chapel
Sundays: 6:00pm, Main Chapel
Sunday Mass: 10am, Catholic Student Center
Sunday Evening Mass: 8pm, Main Chapel
Daily Mass (Mon-Fri): 12pm, Main Chapel
Saturday Mass: 5pm, Catholic Student Center
Wednesday Mass & Dinner: 5:30pm, Catholic Student Center
For more events visit: https://catholicterps.org/
Worship: Tuesdays 5-7pm, Garden Chapel
Christian Science Thanksgiving Service: Garden Chapel
Thursday, Nov. 21, 3:00-4:00pm
CSO Weekly Office Hours: Chapel Room 2118, Tuesdays, 5:00-6:00
- October 22
- October 29
- November 5
- November 12
- November 26
- December 10
Please see the Lutheran chaplaincy page for events.
Conference Call Meditation:
- Tuesdays 9:30-10:30pm
- call: (978) 990-5455
- enter code: 7267777
In- Person Meditation:
- Tuesdays 6:15-8pm
- Stamp Student Union
Weekly Free Vegetarian Dinner & Meditation
- Fridays, 6-7pm
- Garden Chapel Patio
From the Holy Land: Stories from a Christian family's years there
Listen to stories of one family’s interactions with Jews, Muslims, and Christians, Israelis and Palestinians in the Holy Land. October 30, 2024 at 7:30pm in the Main Chapel. Sponsored by the Humble Walk.
stART: Tuesdays, 2-2:45pm, Chapel Lounge
Biblelogue: Tuesdays, 5-6pm, Upstairs Office
En Camino: Wednesdays, 2:30-3:15pm, Chapel Lounge
Drop-in Office Hours: Fridays, 12pm-2pm, Upstairs Office
Weekly Shabbat
Fridays, 8pm, at Maryland Chabad
During the center's open hours until November 5th: Register to vote at Maryland Hillel.
September 6 – Freshman Shabbat
September 13 – Shabbaton 1000
September 20 – Family Weekend Shabbat Dinner
October 2-3 – Rosh Hashanah Services and Meals
October 11-12 – Yom Kippur Services and Break Fast
Weekly Shabbat on Fridays – Services (6:00 p.m.) and Dinner (7:30 p.m.)
More programming and events can be found on the Maryland Hillel website
Daily Prayer: Cole 0201
Friday Jummah, 1:15 pm and 2:15 pm: Nyumburu Cultural Center
Terp HUB Dinner: Wednesdays, Chapel Lounge
Nourishing our body, our hearts and souls; Every Wednesday at 5:30pm we’ll meet in the Chapel Lounge for a meal, check-in with each other, and to ponder God’s message of love and encouragement to us throughout the semester.
- Oct 23
- Oct 30
- Nov 6
- Nov 13
- Nov 20
- Dec 4
Grab Coffee with Pastor Will!!
Do you want free coffee? Do you want to hang out with a pastor, and ask any question? Email Will at wnewton@umd.edu or text (941)323-4221 and we’ll grab some food or coffee!
Mission Statement
The Memorial Chapel is a multi-faceted campus facility serving numerous on-and off- campus populations and is home to a diverse range of events and personnel. Dedicated in 1952 as a living memorial to members of the University community that gave their lives in times of war, the Memorial Chapel is the center of religious life on campus and supports all fourteen university recognized chaplaincies and their programs. In addition, it is the site for weddings, concerts, lectures, convocations, commencements and other special events throughout the year.
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