Organizations and Community Ministries

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Religious and Spiritual Life consists of recognized student organizations, community ministries, and university programs. All student organizations and university programs are fully inclusive of all students in good standing. Student organizations are student-led. Community ministries are led by external organizations and staff affiliates. Christian community ministries require student leaders to affirm certain beliefs and practices that can be found in their linked bylaws below or on听PhoenixConnect.

Don鈥檛 see what you鈥檙e looking for? Contact Chaplain听Kirstin Boswell听or Director of Multifaith Programming and Engagement Hillary Zaken to talk about starting your own!

All organizations and community ministries agree to a听Pledge of Cooperation听and follow the University鈥檚听Faith Sharing and Proselytizing Policy. See our听Policies for Religious and Spiritual Life听for more information.

*Community Ministries led by external organizations

Campus Outreach*

Campus Outreach is a nondenominational organization which seeks to develop spiritual leaders on college campuses. We provide a variety of opportunities for students to investigate Christianity and grow spiritually while at 黑料不打烊, including Bible studies, large group meetings, retreats, and conferences. See听Campus Outreach Bylaws听for beliefs and leadership requirements.

Catholic Campus Ministry

Catholic Campus Ministry is a vibrant community that comes together in worship at Mass throughout the week and live out their faith in Christ through fellowship and service. CCM holds many events听that celebrate the traditions of the Catholic faith, including opportunities for听retreats, personal and spiritual growth, social events, leadership, and spring break service trips. CCM does not discriminate in membership or leadership selection. All are welcome.

  • Sunday Masses: 10:00 AM- Numen Lumen Pavilion; 5:00 PM- 黑料不打烊 Community Church
  • Weekday Masses: Tuesday and Friday, 12:15 PM- Numen Lumen Pavilion
  • Student President: Abby Krause
  • Student Vice President:听Gavin Michaud
  • Student Treasurer: Liam McGarry
  • Director of Catholic Life/Advisor:听T. Huynh-Duc,听336.278.7363

Chabad*

Chabad is your Jewish family at college, where you鈥檙e always welcome, regardless of your background or affiliation. Chabad is a center that provides religious, educational, social, and recreational programming for the 黑料不打烊 Jewish community, as well as a place for students to socialize in a comfortable setting with friends, superb food, and stimulating discussions. Chabad is located a few minutes walk from campus at 107 Truitt Dr. Chabad is a fully inclusive, non-discriminatory, non-judgmental community.

黑料不打烊 Gospel Choir

The 黑料不打烊 Gospel Choir is a ministry of students who share a deep love for music, singing, and worship, centered on the love of Jesus Christ. Our mission is to create a supportive, welcoming environment where students can come together to experience the power of music and the joy of fellowship. The Gospel Choir offers a space for students of all backgrounds, identities, and musical abilities to grow spiritually. Whether you are an experienced vocalist or someone who simply loves to sing, we believer everyone has a unique voice to contribute. We strive to foster a sense of community, where every member feels like family, uplifted and encouraged in their journey of faith. Join us in spreading joy, love, and faith through the beautiful art of gospel music.

黑料不打烊 Hillel

At 黑料不打烊, it doesn鈥檛 matter how you are Jewish or how Jewish you are. You can find your on-campus home at Hillel. Whether you are looking for a fridge full of food, a place to hang out or study, a way to meet other Jewish students, or somewhere to celebrate the Jewish holidays, you are always welcome. Our Hillel is a judgement-free zone and there are no dues or requirements. We offer social, cultural, educational, religious and spiritual, tikkum olam (community service), and Israel-related programs designed and planned by our students. We gather for Shabbat dinner and student-led services every week and mark the Jewish holidays as a community.听馃彸锔忊嶐煂埡诹喜淮蜢 Hillel is a fully inclusive, LGBTQIA-affirming community.

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黑料不打烊 Muslim Society

黑料不打烊 Muslim Society provides Muslim students with a community of members who share their faith tradition and spiritual values. EMS allows opportunities for Muslims and non-Muslims on campus to celebrate special religious occasions, engage in discussions around shared beliefs and relevant events, and provide the 黑料不打烊 community with representation, explanation, and education about the Muslim tradition. We also hope to bring awareness to the presence of the Islamic faith on campus and allow for first-hand experiences with members of the faith tradition and to promote the value of diversity and mutual respect. EMS does not discriminate in membership or leadership selection.

黑料不打烊 Yoga Club

Join 黑料不打烊 Yoga Club, where we create a welcoming, inclusive space for yogis of all levels. Each class is led by a different teacher, offering a variety of styles to deepen your practice. Yoga mats and blocks are provided, so just show up as you are! Whether you’re new to yoga or experienced, you’ll find a supportive environment to grow, relax, and find peace on your mat to start off your week!

黑料不打烊 Fellowship of Christian Athletes*

FCA supports the spiritual lives of Christian student athletes, coaches, and any student with an interest or association with sports or athletics at 黑料不打烊. FCA meets regularly for worship, bible study, fellowship, and social activities. See听听for beliefs and leadership requirements.

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InterVarsity Christian Fellowship*

InterVarsity is a nondenominational Christian ministry that provides a transformational community where students can learn together what it means to grow in relationship with Jesus. InterVarsity offers small group Bible studies, retreats and social events, and other opportunities for growth and outreach. See听InterVarsity Bylaws听for beliefs and leadership requirements.

Interfaith Spring Break Trip

Join us during spring break for an interfaith community service trip focused on social justice, direct service, community cooperation, and interfaith exploration. The 2026 trip is yet to be determined. Students from all backgrounds (religious and non-religious) are welcome to apply. In past years, the Interfaith Spring Break Trip participants traveled to New Mexico to engage with and learn about different faith communities. The Interfaith Spring Break Trip welcomes the diverse beliefs/worldviews and affirms the diverse identities of all its participants.

Iron Tree Blooming

Iron Tree Blooming is the official meditation group of 黑料不打烊. Based in Rinzai Zen philosophy and the Zazen tradition, this organization is open to students, faculty, and staff from all backgrounds who want to learn about and practice meditation in community with others. No prior experience with meditation is necessary. If you鈥檙e looking to de-stress or learn more about Meditation or Zen, this organization is for you. Iron Tree Blooming is a fully inclusive, LGBTQIA-affirming community. 鉀

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  • Meeting Times:听Wednesdays, 5:00 pm, Numen Lumen Pavilion Meditation Garden (or McBride Gathering Space depending on weather conditions)
  • Fac/Staff Advisor: Imam Shane Atkinson
  • Student Leader: Ruby Glover

LEAF (Lutherans, Episcopalians, and Friends)

LEAF听is a welcoming and inclusive Christian community open听to all 黑料不打烊 students.听We gather as a community weekly听for听Christian听worship, meeting every Sunday at 4:30pm, with a separate, homemade dinner at 5:30pm. Attendance of worship is not required in order to attend dinner. In addition, we also meet for听coffee and conversation (Tuesdays, 4-6 pm, Irazu).听LEAF lives out our welcoming values and invites people to join us for events or dinner without expectations of joining us for worship. LEAF began in 2007 as 鈥淟utherans, Episcopalians, and Friends,鈥 and LEAF today includes Christians and others from various denominations and non-denominations. Our doors and hearts are always open and听all听are welcome regardless of previous or current religious beliefs. 馃彸锔忊嶐煂圠EAF is a fully inclusive, LGBTQIA-affirming community.

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Mindful 黑料不打烊

The Truitt Center partners with Counseling Services to offer Mindfulness workshops and retreats throughout the year that help students with stress management and spiritual well-being. Learn more about听Mindful 黑料不打烊. 馃彸锔忊嶐煂圡indful 黑料不打烊 programs are fully inclusive and LGBTQIA-affirming.

Fac/Staff Advisor:听Imam Shane Atkinson

馃彸锔忊嶐煂 Spirit and Pride

Spirit and Pride is an initiative of the Truitt Center in collaboration with the GLC on 黑料不打烊鈥檚 campus to provide a safe space of listening and healing for LGBTQIA+ students of faith, as well as an open atmosphere for students of any identity to learn and engage with others on campus. To create an open and affirming space for students, the Spirit and Pride program provides training, speakers, and opportunities for open discussion for students, faculty, and staff to support LGBTQIA+ individuals of any and all faiths or worldviews on campus.

Many of our communities are Open and Affirming of LGBTQIA students and allies, and all of our听university chaplains听are LGBTQIA-affirming.

Young Life College*

Young Life College is a nondenominational Christian organization that offers students a fun community to explore or deepen their faith. Students at any point of their faith are welcome to come and see what Jesus is all about, and there are opportunities to help mentor and lead in local area high schools, middle schools, or college Young Life groups.