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Catholic Life at Tufts is a joyful, inclusive space where faith meets real life, hard questions, and genuine fellowship. Working hand-in-hand with the Catholic Community at Tufts (CCT), we bring students together to celebrate sacraments, build community, and put faith into action. Sunday Mass at Goddard Chapel is the heart of our week, featuring a student-led music ministry that welcomes singers and instrumentalists of all levels. Whether you’re deeply rooted in your tradition, exploring your options, or just looking for a welcoming seat at the table, you’ll find a vibrant family here ready to walk with you. 

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About the Community

We take radical hospitality seriously—meaning there’s always room for one more. Beyond Sunday worship, our chaplaincy and CCT student leaders organize off-campus retreats, cozy cook-a-long suppers, board game nights, and local service projects that let us put our values into practice. We love big questions, deep conversations, and active participation in Tufts' multi-faith ecosystem. Through one-on-one spiritual care, service together, and plenty of social gatherings, our goal is to give you a true home away from home where you can grow into your fullest self. 

Community Leadership

Lynn Cooper, D.Min.

Senior Associate University Chaplain and Director of Catholic Life

 

 

 

Since 2008, Lynn Cooper, A02, has served the spiritual and sacramental needs of Tufts’ diverse campus community. A Tufts alumna and former member of the Women’s Soccer Team, Lynn brings a deep connection to the university and its students to her work. Her scholarship explores spirituality, sacramental living, interfaith friendship, and connection in higher education. She is the author of Embracing Our Time: The Sacrament of Interfaith Friendship, published in 2025. 

Lynn is a confidential resource on campus. 

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