Spiritual Development
Mission Trips and Campaigns
Rochester College is dedicated to Christian values and its excellence. The administration, faculty and staff are committed to nurturing students’ faith in Christ and building Christ-like character in them. College activities and requirements promote spiritual development as well as academic excellence. We believe that spiritual growth is necessary for a meaningful and productive life. Participation in spiritual activities is both encouraged and occasionally required—knowing that opportunities for spiritual growth depend upon a student’s participation in the spiritual activities available.
Rochester College and Rochester Church of Christ have a working agreement to promote missions awareness on the campus, to encourage students to dedicate themselves to spreading the Word and to provide immediate practical assistance in mission fields throughout the world. Students interested in planning a campaign or mission outreach with the support of Rochester Church of Christ must speak to Danette Cagnet who serves as the liaison between the campus and missions committee at Rochester Church of Christ. Proposal guidelines may be obtained from Danette Cagnet’s office, located in the Muirhead Center.
Campus Ministry Staff Chris Shields II is the Campus Minister at Rochester College and is responsible for the planning and implementation of our chapel program. In addition, Campus Ministry oversees worship experiences, service projects, pastoral care, mentoring groups, devotionals and Bible studies.
Devotionals Devotionals encourage a greater awareness of our Creator and help increase Christian fellowship within the campus community. Devotionals are held on campus at various times during the week by campus organizations and individual students. Devotionals are also held in the residence halls during the week with times posted or announced.
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