Spiritual Life

Defiance College is related to the United Church of Christ, and St. John UCC is located next to campus. Ford Chapel, located in Schauffler Hall, provides a setting for worship services and private meditation on campus.


ORGANIZATIONS

CATHOLICS ON CAMPUS

Opportunities for fellowship, service and retreats are provided. Catholics on Campus often coordinates on-campus services for various holy days and feast days for the convenience of Roman Catholic students, faculty, and staff and other interested parties. All students and membership are welcome. Please contact Kris Knight for more information at 419-783-2445 or kknight@defiance.edu.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Habitat for Humanity helps to build and renovate housing in partnership with people in need, and builds awareness of poverty housing issues. We participate in work days with Habitat for Humanity of Defiance County, and take an annual spring break trip to build houses in other areas. Our most recent trips have included sites in North Carolina, Tennessee, and Mississippi. Please contact Judy Lymanstall for more information at 419-783-2300 or jlymanstall@defiance.edu.

CAMPUS CRUSADE FOR CHRIST (CRU)

A connection of faith and athletics for students on campus. To learn more, contact Bridgette Winslow at bwinslow@defiance.edu or 419-783-2395.


EVENTS

ALL-CAMPUS THANKSGIVING DINNER