About Us
Mission Statement: Campus Ministries creates diverse opportunities for students to engage relationally with God and others through Christian worship, faith-based dialogue, discipleship programs, and faith exploration opportunities.
Campus Ministries’ 5 Fields of Engagement
The programs and opportunities offered by Campus Ministries fall into these 5 different categories:
- Worship Ministries
- Faith Exploration Ministries
- Discipleship Ministries
- Dialogue Ministries
- Relational Ministries
Programs
Worship Ministry
Each week we gather with the LCC community for a service designed for rest, worship, and discovery. Join us on Fridays at 12:15 in Neufeld Auditorium.
Weekly Chapel
If you’re a musician or singer and would like to try out for a worship team, please contact Jonathan (Jshiell@lcc.lt). Tryouts happen each semester during the first week of classes.
Worship Nights
Student-led worship nights are held weekly on Tuesday nights at 20:00 in Neumann Chapel. This is a wonderful space for connection with God and others and for a free expression of worship.
Morning Prayer
Reflective prayer and Scripture reading, led by chaplain Jonathan, every week day from 07:45 to 08:15 in Neumann Chapel.
Faith Exploration Ministry
Round Table Discussions
Round Table Discussions are conversations hosted by staff or faculty of LCC and provide an opportunity to explore a faith-related topic with a small group of other students. They create a safe space for deeper conversation around meaningful topics during a shared meal or coffee time.
Alpha
Alpha is an 8-week course that introduces participants to the basics of the Christian faith. Each spring at LCC, students are invited to participate each week by joining for dinner, a short film, and a discussion with their group. Alpha is a program that seeks to create an open space for discussion, disagreement and various opinions to be offered. Join us in the spring!
Discipleship Ministry
Community Groups
Discipleship Assistants are student leaders in the Campus Ministries office who host community groups – opportunities to build meaningful, faith-focused community at LCC. The focus of these groups varies each semester, but each group is focused on helping students of all backgrounds grow deeper in walking with Jesus.
Retreat Program
Retreats hosted by the Campus Ministries Department are a great way for all students to rest, engage the art of intentional reflection, and to seek spiritual renewal.
Dialogue Ministry
Interfaith Program
The Interfaith Program is an opportunity for students of all faiths or of non-faith to discuss questions related to faith and the purpose of life.
Relational Ministry
Mentoring Program
The mentoring program offers students the opportunity to meet one-on-one with a mentor for the semester to focus on their personal and spiritual growth. Applications for the mentoring program will be released in the first or second week of every semester!
Common Grounds
Common Grounds is the campus coffee shop and is a great space for relational engagement! Whether it is informal relationship building, meeting with staff, faculty or other students, or participating in formal events, Common Grounds is a relational hub of LCC’s campus.
Tea & Toast
Tea & Toast is hosted by Campus Ministries and offers a relaxed atmosphere for everyone to meet and build relationships. Free food and drinks provided. Every Wednesday 12:00 in the Mezzanine.
Discussion Group
This is a safe space to share opinions on different ‘hot topics’. Led by Chaplain Jonathan. Every Tuesday 12:15 in the Mezzanine.
Staff
Jonathan
Jonathan serves as a Chaplain at LCC and runs Campus Ministries, facilitating opportunities for students to grow in their faith in a variety of ways. Jonathan leads LCC’s chapel and a variety of other student-focused programs and initiatives.
Dr. Jonathan Shiell
Chaplain
Pastoral Counseling & Spiritual Support
If you would like to meet with Jonathan for a time of processing, support, prayer, or pastoral counseling, you can find him in his office in Room 207 in the Learning Commons or contact him on Teams. Jonathan is here to support you through your journey at LCC!
Student Leadership!
Campus Ministries hosts three student leadership positions:
- Discipleship Assistants
- Worship Apprentices
Apply to be a student leader during the Spring semester! Student leaders are hired for the following academic year. For specific questions, visit the leadership development program (LPD) webpage.
Resources
The Campus Ministries Office provides a number of resources to help equip students for local involvement, spiritual development, and more! Below are a few resources: