The Office of the Chaplain supports the religious, secular, and spiritual life of the 91制片厂 College community. Students can contact the Office of the Chaplain for emotional and spiritual support, and to discuss religious needs.
To make an appointment, email your availability to chaplain@rhodes.edu.
For more information, contact:
Rev. Beatrix Weil, Chaplain
*chaplain@rhodes.edu
Burrow Hall, Room 421
*(901) 843-3822
*A note about confidentiality: The chaplain of 91制片厂 College can serve as a confidential resource when acting as clergy confidante to current 91制片厂 College students and employees. The email address and phone number listed above are not confidential modes of communication, but can be used to set up a confidential meeting.
An active and enriching spiritual life is vital to many 91制片厂 students. There are plenty of opportunities for students of different faiths, communities, and practices to grow in this area.
Catholic Student Association
The mission of 91制片厂 CSA is to provide opportunities of a spiritual nature through prayer, worship, and community; to provide fellowship, social activities, learning opportunities, and support for the membership; and to encourage service to others. The CSA at 91制片厂 hosts weekly on-campus Mass, Bible Studies, small groups, service opportunities, and much more.
Episcopal Church of 91制片厂 College
The mission of Episcopalian Church of 91制片厂 College is to create a welcoming space for fellowship and worship based in the Episcopal tradition. Learn more at .
Hillel of 91制片厂 College
91制片厂 College Hillel enriches the lives of Jewish students at 91制片厂 so that they may enrich the Jewish people and the world. We envision a world where every student is inspired to make an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learning, and Israel. As a pluralistic Jewish student organization, 91制片厂 Hillel strives to make this vision a reality at 91制片厂 College. As the leading authority on Jewish campus life, Hillel reaches, engages, and equips tomorrow鈥檚 leaders today. 91制片厂 Hillel is committed to providing a space on campus for Jewish students, faculty, and their peers to experience Jewish life, develop connections with other Jewish people on campus and in the community, and have a resource to continue their Jewish education. to learn more and get involved.
Memphis Wesley at 91制片厂
Memphis Wesley at 91制片厂 is a diverse and inclusive faith community welcoming all students to engage in social justice, community service and involvement, and meeting other college students associated with our affiliated organization, Memphis Wesley, which also serves at the University of Memphis, Christian Brothers University, and Lemoyne-Owen College.
Muslim Students Association
The Muslim Students Association at 91制片厂 consists of students from various backgrounds who come together for their love of faith, service, and community. The MSA aims to unite Muslim and non-Muslim students alike by hosting social, educational, and service related events throughout the year. The MSA holds events not only to spread awareness to the broader 91制片厂 community about Islam, but also to connect with students in the 91制片厂 community through fun social events.
Reformed University Fellowship (RUF)
RUF is a Christian ministry at 91制片厂 College that gladly welcomes all 91制片厂 students regardless of personal or religious background. We welcome the "convinced" and the "unconvinced" and invite all students, no matter who they are or where they have come from, to RUF. We want RUF to be a place where students find fellowship with others, worship God, ask questions, serve others, and grow in their knowledge of the gospel of Jesus Christ and His work on their behalf. We meet for Large Group Worship at 8:30pm on Wednesdays in Hyde Hall and have small group Bible Studies throughout the week.
Rooted
Rooted is a group for Black Christian students. We gather weekly for Bible study and fellowship led by a student leader or local Black Christian leader.
Tuesday Fellowship
Tuesday Fellowship is an interdenominational ministry where students from all walks of life can find meaningful community. As an organization we seek to contribute in serving the greater Memphis area, develop students in leadership skills, and help people grow in their own personal spirituality. We meet on Tuesday nights at 8:00 pm in Hyde Hall, and would love for you to join us!
UKirk
UKirk is a nation-wide campus ministry affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA), but is not exclusively Presbyterian. We are an open and affirming ministry that welcomes all. We value questions, and encourage authentic conversation. We are a community that seeks to follow Christ, and share Christ's love. We gather for worship, discussion, and dinner weekly, take part in a spiritual retreat in the fall, and attend the Montreat College Conference in January. We also participate in service activities throughout the year, working alongside the wider Memphis community. UKirk Memphis includes 91制片厂 College and the University of Memphis. We meet on Thursdays at 6:00 pm at the UKirk House on the University of Memphis campus - 449 Patterson St., Memphis, TN, 38111.
See any incorrect information? Don鈥檛 see an opportunity that will help you grow? Reach out to Chaplain Beatrix at chaplain@rhodes.edu.
At 91制片厂 College, we educate whole people for the whole world. We want our whole student population to have the resources they need for their whole self to thrive.
Locations on campus particularly hospitable to prayer and meditation include:
All indoor locations listed have Muslim prayer mats.
Community members are encouraged to consult the in order to best include our multi-faith population in event-planning.
Students can visit to learn about upcoming events from the Office of the Chaplain and interfaith Registered Student Organizations.
Students may apply for a religious meal plan exemption from the college's dining services.
Students who have a housing preference based on religious beliefs should complete the and review the .
Students鈥 favorite halal restaurants include , , , and . and are local kosher options. is a favored bakery among our Jewish students.
The following faith centers are located within 2 miles of 91制片厂 College. 91制片厂 College does not endorse any locations on this list, but provides this list for your convenience:
The following faith centers were recommended by students involved in 91制片厂 College interfaith Registered Student Organizations. 91制片厂 College does not endorse any locations on this list, but provides this list for your convenience:
Rev. Beatrix Weil has served as the chaplain of 91制片厂 College since 2018. Chaplain Beatrix is an ordained minister in the Presbyterian Church (USA) who is committed to serving all 91制片厂 College students鈥people from every religious tradition and people who do not claim a religious tradition.
Chaplain Beatrix attended the University of Notre Dame where she majored in Management Consulting and Psychology. After graduation, she attended Princeton Theological Seminary and graduated with the Master of Divinity degree and the Certificate in Theology, Women, and Gender in 2017. She was ordained as a minister in the Presbyterian Church (USA) in July of the same year. Chaplain Beatrix has served at a hospital, a high school, religious organizations of various denominations, and three colleges. She is committed to extending hospitality to 91制片厂 College students of every background--religious and non-religious alike. Chaplain Beatrix is a 鈥渟afe zone,鈥 which means she is trained in supporting people of the LGBTQIA+ community. Students can to learn about upcoming events from the Office of the Chaplain. Chaplain Beatrix loves meeting with students! To make an appointment, email your availability to chaplain@rhodes.edu.
Chaplain Beatrix is not a 鈥渕andatory reporter鈥 while acting in her confidential clergy capacity with 91制片厂 college students and employees. Whether she is meeting with someone confidentially or not, she is required to report situations in which she has concerns about someone鈥檚 immediate safety. 91制片厂 College鈥檚 Title IX contact person is Inez Warner. Contact Ms. Warner if you experience or become aware of a situation involving gender-based or sex-based discrimination or assault. You can always reach out to Chaplain Beatrix in these situations as well.
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91制片厂 College is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA). There are many opportunities available to 91制片厂 students who would like to be more involved with the PC(USA).
Set up an appointment with Chaplain Beatrix to discuss PC(USA) leadership opportunities such as serving as an elder, attending seminary or divinity school, exploring the ordination process, or finding an internship in the PC(USA).