Spiritual Life Ministries
Bluffton University seeks to provide a holistic Christian atmosphere through offering a variety of opportunities for growing as a follower of Jesus. The ministries listed below encourage Christian growth and help build community through worship, service, Bible study and prayer.
BASIC (Brothers And Sisters In Christ)
BASIC (Brothers And Sisters In Christ) is a student-sponsored organization that is Christ-centered and interdenominational. Students, faculty and staff who wish to participate are encouraged to form BASIC groups of eight to 10 people who meet weekly each semester. BASIC groups are meant to provide personal support, fellowship and growth in the context of Christian community.
Chapel services
Stephen “Tig” Intagliata, campus pastor
Ext. 3219
Chapel services are held each Thursday at 11 a.m. in Yoder Recital Hall. While chapel attendence is not required, it is a privilege and a blessing to be able to worship together as a campus community. Our chapel services are planned by a team of students, faculty and staff, who involve a variety of people in carrying out the service including guest speakers and musical groups.
Diakonia
Diakonia (a Greek word for “in service for Christ”) is a student-sponsored group which promotes missions and service opportunities for students.
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)
Brad Moore, advisor
Ext. 3361
Fellowship of Christian Athletes is a group of students, both athletes and non-athletes, who meet regularly for support and encouragement in the Christian life. FCA also sponsors occasional group events on and off campus.
Habitat for Humanity International
See special interest organizations
Hall chaplains
Stephen “Tig” Intagliata, advisor
Ext. 3219
Hall chaplains live in the residence halls and serve as a spiritual resource to their peers. Activities they might plan include Bible studies, times of worship, social events and service projects. They also seek to help new students get oriented to spiritual life on campus. Hall chaplains are available for providing counsel, prayer and encouragement in the Christian life.
Ministry teams
Ministry teams are groups of students who develop programs to conduct in churches using their gifts in music, drama and puppetry. Through these ministry teams, students give witness to their faith in Christ and give encouragement to the larger body of believers.
ReignStorm
On alternating Sunday evenings, a worship service using a contemporary style is held to meet the spiritual needs of students desiring to grow deeper in their walk with Christ. This setting is informal with opportunities for students to give testimony to what God is doing in their lives and the life of the body of Christ.
Spiritual Life Week
One week each semester is set aside for a special time of focusing on the Christian life. Students play a major role in planning activities that help strengthen growth and faithfulness in our relationship with God. The week includes guest speakers and special times of worship.
Sunday Morning Worship
Student-led worship services are held twice a month throughout the school year. The services are held in Yoder Recital Hall at 11 a.m. Students are also encouraged to connect with a local church of their choice.
Voluntary service
Information about long or short-term Mennonite voluntary service opportunities, as well as summer camp positions, is available from the campus pastor. Each year service and mission emphasis days are held to acquaint students with church agencies that provide a variety of domestic and overseas opportunities. An off-campus voluntary service project is organized during vacation break.
