The fourth-oldest Lutheran college in the country, Wittenberg provides a nurturing environment to help students understand the meaningful connection between self-fulfillment and service to the world. Students of all faiths consistently seek out Wittenberg's Lutheran-inspired learning environment, one that shows compassion in action through service to the local community and abroad.
At Wittenberg, Campus Ministries means so much more than encouraging our students through our Lutheran heritage and mission. Students of all faiths and religious backgrounds are welcomed to express themselves and continue their spiritual journey at Wittenberg.
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Student Organizations
These student-run campus ministries provide fellowship, spiritual growth, leadership development, worship, and opportunities to serve others. Every student organization is open to all students, regardless of their affiliation. Click here to learn more about Student Organizations at Wittenberg
You can learn more about these ministries at the Student Involvement Fair and at various events in the fall. Click here to learn more about events and programs organized by the Office of Student Involvement
Common Ground
- Common Ground brings together all of the Christian Ministries for New Student Days events and special activities including opening picnic, retreats, service and fun fellowship events over the course of the year.
Weaver Chapel Association (WCA)
- Weaver Chapel Association members grow in Christ through a weekly discussion group on everyday faith topics; through retreats each semester; through fellowship events such as movie nights or Young's Run; and through service in community and on campus. Meets 7:30 p.m. on Monday nights in the Chapel Activity Room, Weaver Chapel. Come and join us for this low-key time of faith discussions where everyone is welcome wherever you are on your faith journey! Pastor Tracy Paschke-Johannes advises WCA.
Athletes in Action
- Looking for a way to connect your faith and your love of athletics? Athletes in Action, a ministry of Athletes in Action and Campus Crusade for Christ, focuses on presenting Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord to athletes, coaches, and all whom they influence. The organization bases its teaching on the Bible, and is spiritually nurturing, athletically-focused, and most of all, Christ-centered. Meets Monday nights at 8 p.m., Blair Hall.
CRU (Campus Crusade for Christ)
- CRU is a student-led ministry whose focus is to know Christ and make Him known at Wittenberg and throughout the world. CRU meets Thursday nights at 8:30 p.m. in Blair Hall, Room 201. CRU also has a small group Bible Studies, opportunities for one-on-one mentoring, retreats, and opportunities for fellowship and service with other campuses.
Newman Club
- The Newman Club is a Catholic religious-social group composed of Wittenberg students and faculty. Weekly meetings are held to plan masses, philanthropic projects, and social events. The Newman Club meets weekly in the Weaver Chapel Activity Room. Retreats, service projects, and fellowship are all part of the Newman Club's mission.
Other Opportunities
Bible Studies
- Led by students, pastors, and others, Bible studies are offered at various times and places. Contact Pastor Tracy or individual ministries if interested in participating or leading.
Chapel Choir
- Directed by David Weimer, Chapel Organist and Director of the Chapel Choir.
Worship Music Team for RISE Contemporary Worship
- Let us know if you have interest in participating in a student music team!
Interfaith Committee
- This group of students, faculty, and staff promotes events on campus that help to foster respect and understanding of diverse faiths and religious groups, and oversees the interfaith reflection and prayer room. Anyone interested in participating may contact Pastor Tracy Paschke-Johannes (paschkejohannest@51jiyangshi.com).
Prayer and Meditation Room
- On the second floor of the library, this room provides a space for meditation and private prayer for any and all religious or spiritual groups. Open when the library is open. Learn More
Service Trips
- The Pastor's Office occasionally works with the Community Service Office to provide service trips with a significant relationship to a faith community. Past trips have included Fall Break trip to DC, and Alternative Spring Break trips to El Salvador and to the Gulf Coast.