Service Opportunities
At Cardinal Newman, our service program is centered around the theological virtue of charity. We believe that charity is more than just a mere act of kindness; it is an expression of our love for God and our fellow human beings. As the Catechism of the Catholic Church puts it, charity is “the theological virtue by which we love God above all things for his own sake, and our neighbor as ourselves for the love of God." We strive to serve others not just out of obligation, but out of a deep sense of love and compassion. We believe that cultivating this virtue of charity is essential to our mission of forming young people who are not only intellectually capable, but also morally responsible and spiritually grounded. So whether it's through volunteering at a local shelter, working with disadvantaged communities, or supporting those in need, our students are encouraged to embrace the virtue of charity in all its forms.
Event-Based Opportunities
Field of Honor, Weekend in Early November (see below)
Brody Hansel is working on Phase I (Juniors) of his Christian Service Project, and organizing the Field of Honor, involves planting flags to honor veterans, particularly those who are wounded or have passed. This initiative also serves as a fundraiser to support programs that help veterans transition back into civilian life.
Volunteer Dates & Roles:
- November 2: 10 AM – Flag Assembly and Staking
- November 9: 10 AM – Field Setup
- November 10: 9 AM – Opening Ceremonies
- November 16: 9 AM – Closing Ceremonies
All events will be held at:
6600 Noble Rd, Sonoma, CA 95476
For more information about the project, feel free to contact Brody directly. Students interested in volunteering should reach out to him at: bhansel26@cardinalnewman.org.
St. John Catholic School Veteran's Day Dinner, Nov. 7
St. John Catholic School is looking for volunteers for their annual Veterans Day Dinner on 11/7 at the SJS gym.
- Thursday, 11/7 Set Up: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
- Thursday, 11/7 Serving: 5:00pm - 7:30pm
- Thursday, 11/7 Clean Up: 7:30pm - 8:30pm
More information on the event can be found HERE, and I have a volunteer sign up form HERE.
Current Ongoing Opportunities
Below is a list of current service opportunities for CN students, both ongoing and event-based. This list is updated regularly, so be sure to check back often.
For additional ideas and information, email Mr. Cheney, Christian Service Coordinator.
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma-Marin
- Challenger Little League Baseball (North Bay)
- Charles M Schulz Museum
- Children's Museum of Sonoma County
- Down Syndrome Connection of the Bay Area (Santa Rosa)
- Farm to Pantry
- Food For Thought Food Bank
- Giant Steps Therapeutic Equestrian Center
- Kidstreet Learning Center Charter School: After-School Program
- La Luz Center (El Verano Family Resource Center)
- MasteryHour.org Online Math Tutoring
- Redwood Empire Food Bank
- Renaissance Healing and Learning Center
- Russian Riverkeeper
- The Salvation Army
- Special Olympics Coaching
- The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma-Marin
Challenger Little League Baseball (North Bay)
Charles M Schulz Museum
Children's Museum of Sonoma County
Down Syndrome Connection of the Bay Area (Santa Rosa)
Farm to Pantry
Food For Thought Food Bank
Giant Steps Therapeutic Equestrian Center
Kidstreet Learning Center Charter School: After-School Program
La Luz Center (El Verano Family Resource Center)
MasteryHour.org Online Math Tutoring
Redwood Empire Food Bank
Renaissance Healing and Learning Center
Russian Riverkeeper
The Salvation Army
Special Olympics Coaching
The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care