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Religious and Spiritual Life

Religious and Spiritual Life


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We welcome students of all faiths, and hope that students will grow spiritually during their years at Alma College. The Chapel programming offers many opportunities to share your gifts and develop your faith through:

  • Worshiping, studying the Bible and praying
  • Discovering and exercising your leadership skills
  • Putting your faith into practice through service to others

Services include:

  • Contemporary Christian worship on Sundays at 9 p.m.
  • Catholic Mass on select Sundays at 4:30 p.m.
  • Space for reflection and meditation Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
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The College is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA), governed by an independent Board of Trustees and welcoming of a diverse student body. The Chaplain is an ordained Presbyterian minister and seeks to serve the needs of the entire campus community.

The student body is comprised of Christians of many denominations, some Jewish students and a few Muslims. A number of students claim no religious affiliation.

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The Chaplain works closely with:

 
 
Contact Information
Kirk Center
Alma College Chapel
614 W. Superior St.
Alma, MI 48801
Phone: 989-463-7981
Fax: 989-463-7959
 

 

More than 100 Alma College students and staff traveled to destinations in South Carolina, Kansas, Tennessee, and Texas for service projects during winter break in February 2009. "Alternative Break service experiences continue to gain popularity on Alma College's campus," says Sallie Scheide, assistant director in the Center for Responsible Leadership.

 

Student Profile

Melissa Carstens

Melissa Carstens
Graduation: 2008
Major: Education
From: Marquette, Michigan
Interests: Singing, Dancing

Alma’s off-campus study programs do more than place students in exciting locales to meet interesting people; they also create new opportunities for personal growth and skill development. One of the best ways to learn about other societies and cultures is to study and travel in international settings. You do not always have to know a foreign language.