About St. John Paul II Catholic Campus Ministry · Tyler, Texas
St. John Paul II Catholic Campus Ministry (often called 'JP2') is the Catholic student center serving the University of Texas at Tyler and Tyler Junior College, located at 2603 Old Omen Road in Tyler, Texas. As one of two college-campus ministries in the Diocese of Tyler, it welcomes students, faculty, and staff of all faiths into a community centered on the Eucharist, the sacraments, Scripture, and service. The ministry's mission is to foster vocations, promote college success, and form Catholic students into faithful leaders through personal, spiritual, and intellectual growth.
- Patron
- St. John Paul II (Pope John Paul II)
- Rector
- Fr. Hank Lanik (Administrator)
- Diocese
- Diocese of Tyler
Why belong here
St. John Paul II Catholic Campus Ministry gives students at UT Tyler and Tyler Junior College a genuine spiritual home on campus — with Sunday and weekday Mass, Reconciliation, and weekly Eucharistic Adoration right at the Center, alongside active men's and women's Bible studies, Sunday social dinners, retreats, conferences, and service opportunities. Whether you're Catholic, curious, or just looking for community, JP2 is built to walk with you through college life and help you grow in faith, fellowship, and leadership.
Mass times at St. John Paul II Catholic Campus Ministry
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Tuesday - Friday: 4:45pm - 5:15pm
- Sunday: 4:45pm - 5:20pm
Adoration times
- Thursday: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
About St. John Paul II Catholic Campus Ministry
St. John Paul II Catholic Campus Ministry is the Catholic student center for the University of Texas at Tyler and Tyler Junior College, located at 2603 Old Omen Road in Tyler, Texas. Part of the Diocese of Tyler, it serves as a spiritual home for college students, faculty, and staff — providing Mass, the sacraments, Scripture study, retreats, and a vibrant community of fellowship. The ministry is named for Pope St. John Paul II, whose call to 'open wide the doors for Christ' is featured on the parish's homepage.
- Serves UT Tyler and Tyler Junior College
- Diocese of Tyler campus ministry
- Welcomes students of all faiths
Sacraments at the Center
The Center celebrates the central sacraments of Catholic life — the Eucharist at Mass, Reconciliation in the confessional, and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. As a campus ministry it focuses on the sacraments most relevant to student life, and connects students with the broader Diocese of Tyler for additional sacramental preparation such as marriage.
- Eucharist — Body and Blood of Christ at the center of every Mass
- Reconciliation — Confession offered Tue-Fri and Sunday
- Adoration — Thursday evenings, 6:00pm-7:00pm
Bible Studies and Small Groups
Scripture study is a core part of student life at JP2. Both a men's and a women's Bible Study meet on Wednesday evenings, giving students a chance to dig into the Word of God together in a supportive community. The Bible Study page features the Scripture: 'Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and keep it.' (Luke 11:28).
- Men's Bible Study — Wednesday 7:00pm - 8:00pm
- Women's Bible Study — Wednesday 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Life and Activities
Beyond Mass and study, the ministry cultivates a true college community through regular meals and social events. Sunday Social dinners bring students together after Mass, while on-campus events, retreats, conferences, service opportunities, and off-site social activities round out the calendar.
- Sunday Social dinners
- On-campus events
- Retreats
- Conferences
- Service opportunities
- Off-site social activities
Our Staff
JP2 is led by a small but dedicated team of clergy and lay ministers. The Administrator oversees the Center, while the Chaplain serves the spiritual needs of the students and the Campus Minister coordinates programming and outreach.
- Fr. Hank Lanik — Administrator
- Fr. Steven Chabarria — Chaplain
- Erin Mone — Campus Minister
Visit and Contact
The Center is located on Old Omen Road in Tyler, Texas. Students, parents, and visitors can reach the office by phone or email during regular hours.
- Address: 2603 Old Omen Road, Tyler, TX 75701
- Phone: (903) 266-9110
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: tylercatholic.org
- Instagram: @johnpaul2ccm
Part of the Diocese of Tyler
JP2 is one of two Catholic campus ministries in the Diocese of Tyler. The diocese supports campus ministry as a way to build communities of faith on college campuses, bringing the good news of the Gospel to students and preparing future leaders of society and the Church.
- St. John Paul II CCM — UT Tyler & Tyler Junior College, Tyler
- St. Mary's Catholic Campus Ministry — Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches