COMMUNITIES
We believe that at the foundation of all religious life is community – the connection between individuals and the growth that comes from experiencing and sharing faith together.
RSL provides advising, support & resources for over 20 diverse student religious organizations on campus that serve over 1950 students from across faith traditions, denominations and backgrounds. Groups may be centered around a shared tradition such as the Catholic Community or Muslim Student Association, connected to a national organization, such as Campus Crusade for Christ or Young Life, or focused on a special interest or projects such as music, dance, mission work or special events. Each group provides their own unique way for opportunities of worship, study, service and/or learning.
RSL provides support, advising, leadership development and general oversight for all TCU student religious organizations, leaders and staff while also addressing the changing need for new religious communities and places of expression. We gather organization leaders together through the Student Leadership Council each month and connect organizations to experts and resources through the Religious Advisory Council.
All students are invited to join any of these communities or connect with RSL staff to find a faith community off-campus or begin a new one.
Spiritually Healthy vs Unhealthy Communities
Student Religious Organizations Staff Directory
RSL Interfaith Initiatives
RSL invites people from all spiritual perspectives and religious traditions to work together around a common cause that helps others in need. While we represent various faith traditions at TCU, our hope is that by uniting around a common purpose we can promote campus-wide understanding and respect of diverse spiritual beliefs by means of communication, dialogue, education, and advocacy and serve our community. Simply put, we’re about building relationships, actively learning, and engaging in opportunities for service. All are welcome. All are accepted. No exceptions.
Office Contact: Lea McCracken
BSM (Baptist Student Ministry)
The BSM exists to reach students with the gospel, train them to imitate Christ, and send them out to multiply themselves. The BSM strives to make life change happen in the lives of college students through Bible studies and one on one discipleship with the result being an everlasting growth in their relationship with Christ.
Affiliated Campus Minister: Warren Ethridge
Advisor: Cynthia Helton
Facebook: Horned Frog BSM
Instagram:@hornedfrogbsm
BYX – Brothers Under Christ (Beta Upsilon Chi)
A Christian fraternity, created in 1989, to establish unity among college men under the common bond of Jesus Christ.
Student Contact: Ryan Dieffenbach
Advisor : Tyler Fisher
Meeting Time: Tuesdays at 9:20 in Sid Richardson Lecture Hall 4
The goal and passion of CIA is to spread the love of Christ and the passion of praise through dance expression. Our intent is to combine our gifts and techniques in the art of dance and incorporate them into a fervent demonstration of faith.
Contact: Calling in Action
Advisor: Suzanne Carter
Meeting Time: Wednesdays at 8pm, Sundays at 4pm; Rec Center Multipurpose Room 2.
Bridges International is a caring community of Christ-followers committed to serve, to promote social connections, and to engage in spiritual conversations with international students so that students become leaders internationally.
Affiliated Campus Minister: Gary Fredricks
Advisor: Dr. Steve Woodworth
Meeting Time: Wednesdays at 9:00pm, Tom Brown/Pete Wright Apartment Commons
A Catholic campus ministry for students to appropriate their faith and deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ through the sacraments, catechesis, Bible studies, retreats, community service, and other programs.
Affiliated Campus Minister: Gabe Gutierrez
Meeting Time: Sunday Mass @ 5:00 PM in Robert Carr Chapel; Wed. Mass @ 5:15 in the Newman Center (2704 W Berry St) followed by a free home-cooked meal.
At TCU XA, we believe no one was meant to live life alone. We are a community of students, a family, that desires to follow Christ together and serve our campus, community, and world. We meet weekly in LifeGroups, and have tons of other opportunities to grow spiritually, to connect with friends, and to help others in need. We’d love to meet you, and hope to see you on campus soon!
Affiliated Campus Minister: Andrew Youngblood
Advisor: Sheri Milhollin
Meeting Time:
Girls Lifegroup: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday options
Guys Lifegroup: Wednesday and Thursday options
Please visit the TCU Chi Alpha website for times and locations.
Delight is a college women’s community that grows together, serves together, learns together, and does life together while chasing the heart of God.
Contact: Delight
Advisor: Kate Weyenberg
Meeting Time: Tuesday @ 5:30 in the Robert Carr Chapel
Disciples on Campus (Disciples of Christ)
Disciples on Campus is a radically inclusive, faith family that welcomes all students to continue their spiritual journey through engaging worships, reflective studies, compassionate outreach (PB&J Mondays), and life-giving social opportunities. We seek to find and develop our spiritual centers so that we can be in a better relationship with God and all of creation.
Contact: Disciples on Campus
Advisor: Lea McCracken
Meeting Time: Monday @ 7:00 – Location Varies, Friday @12 in Jarvis Hall
Exodus is a four-day retreat for incoming TCU students. The purpose is to provide students with an atmosphere focused on building godly relationships and uniting them in the body of Christ at TCU.
Contact: Exodus Retreat TCU
Meeting Time: September 18-20, 2020; location TBD
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Presents to athletes, coaches, and all they influence the challenge and adventure of receiving Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
Affiliated Campus Minister: Chauncey Franks
Advisor: Matt Lewis
Meeting Time: Mondays @ 8:00 in the John Justin Center, Four Sevens Room
A Christian sorority whose purpose is to establish a sisterhood among women at TCU who seek to nourish their bond with the Lord Jesus Christ.
Contact: Sigma Phi Lambda
Advisor: Crystal Page
TCU Hillel is the home for Jewish life at Texas Christian University, serving the cultural, religious, educational, and social needs of all segments of the undergraduate and graduate Jewish student communities.
Jewish Community Advisor: Mimi Zimmerman
Advisor: Dr. Michael Strausz
International Christian Fellowship
International Christian Fellowship is an organization seeking to help international students grow spiritually, build friendships, and adjust to life in America. Events include Welcome, Christmas, and Easter Parties, Bible studies, and cultural dinners that each feature a different country’s customs and cuisine. ICF is made up of both international and American students – we’d love to have you join us!
Campus Minister: Lonnie Holbrook
Instagram: @tcu_icf
Meeting Time: Friday @ 5 PM
Latter-Day Saint Student Association (LDSSA)
We are passionate and joyful followers of Christ–commonly referred to as Mormons (aka Latter-Day Saints). We desire to help students be proud of the C in TCU by raising Christian awareness and understanding through inter-faith community events, service, and speakers. Visit https://beta.mormon.org/ to learn more.
Student Contact: Steven Mendoza
Meeting Time: Sunday @ 11AM
Muslim Student Association
Providing educational and support programs for Muslim students, promoting Muslim unity, disseminating Islamic knowledge and fostering friendly relations with non-Muslims.
Student Contact: Naveed Chowdhry
Meeting Time: Thursday @ 5:00-6:00 PM (will change periodically) in the Jarvis Prayer Room
Reformed University Fellowship (Presbyterian)
RUF is the campus ministry of the Presbyterian Church in America-PCA however you’ll find students from a wide variety of backgrounds here at TCU, because we welcome students from any and all walks of life. Our aim is to “reach students for Christ and equip them to serve in His church.”
Affiliated Campus Minister: Bradford Green
Advisor: Ron Pitcock
Meeting Time: Tuesdays @ 9:00 in the BLUU auditorium
Student Mobilization
Building laborers for Christ from the college campuses of the world. We help interested students explore the relevance of faith and its relationship to personal, academic, and social concerns.
Affiliated Campus Minister: Stephen Click
Advisor: Lee Taylor Walker
Meeting Time: Monday @ 8:00pm, University Baptist Church
We’re a movement of students at TCU who are committed to growing spiritually and embodying the joy of Christ through acts of love and service to those around us. We love Jesus and think he had amazing things to teach us about how to live and the effect we should have on the world around us. We read and study his life and teachings together and do our best to live changed lives at TCU.
Campus Minister: Eddie Kahler
Meeting Time: Wednesday @ 7:00 – dinner, worship @ 7:45 in the Wesley House (2750 W Lowden)
Word of Truth Gospel Choir
Spreads the word of God through song and performances occur throughout the year.
Contact: Word of Truth
Advisors: Leigh Holland and Dr. Sharon Gooding
Meeting Time: Tuesday @ 8 PM, Zeidman (3rd floor of BLUU)
A Christian ministry that reaches out to junior high and high school-aged kids by building friendships with them and earning the right to make a positive impact on their lives. TCU Young Life also includes a college student community for fellowship, study and growth.
Campus Minister: Joey Turner
Meeting Time: Tuesday @ 7:30 PM