Chaplaincies
Until further notice, all in-person student activities, with the exception of classes, associated coursework and intercollegiate athletics, are paused temporarily at Syracuse University. All religious and spiritual gatherings will be online only for this time period. Please find the virtual connection information for our religious and spiritual programs below.
Hendricks Chapel hosts 9 chaplaincies across four world religions, including Buddhism, Christianity, Judaism
All chaplaincies are sponsored by national or regional religious associations.
While each chaplaincy serves a particular faith constituency, the Chaplains work together as part of the Chaplains’ Council on issues of interfaith engagement, student welfare, and spiritual programming.
All chaplains support and live out the Hendricks Chapel Ethical Framework that calls upon each chaplaincy and religious group to honor the religious freedom, human dignity, conscience, personal spiritual welfare, and the religious tradition of every person to whom they minister.
For more information, visit the Chaplains' Suite located on the lower level of Hendricks Chapel (Room 005). Each chaplaincy has an office located in the suite. Contact the student desk in the Chaplains' Suite at 315.443.5171.
Baptist Campus Ministry
We exist to empower students to be the church wherever they go. Empowered Christians do the work of loving God, serving others, and sharing Christ's good news. We equip students to live out these imperatives through discipleship, fellowship, mission, & study. Worship & serve with us!
Our service opportunities are led by Christian Outreach, providing community service opportunities, Bible studies, workshops and Alternative Spring Break trips. For more information, visit www.christianoutreachsyr.org.
Contact:
Devon Bartholomew, Baptist Chaplain
716.983.7786
dtbartho@syr.edu
Kate Bartholomew, Baptist Campus Minister
kawolcot@syr.edu
Devon & Kate are available to meet with students via:
- By appointment
- Devon - calendly.com/dtbartho
- Kate - calendly.com/katesyr
- By phone or email
Follow us on Instagram @bcmatsu
Programs for Fall 2020
- Campus Church on Sundays at 11am
- In person at Hendricks Chapel
- on Zoom: zoom.us/j/177286391
- on Instagram Live @bcmatsu
- Tuesday Talks at 8pm
- in person at Hencricks Chapel Noble Room
- on Zoom: zoom.us/j/177286391
- on Instagram Live @bcmatsu
Give to the Baptist Campus Ministry
Buddhist Chaplaincy
The Buddhist Chaplaincy is sponsored by the Zen Center of Syracuse and Zen Studies Society.
On-campus weekly meditation, including additional sittings and classes offered during the academic year. For information, contact Chaplain JoAnn Cooke.
JoAnn Cooke, Chaplain
315.559.7013
jmcooke@syr.edu
Jikyo Bonnie Shoultz, Assistant Chaplain
315.492.6341; Call for an appointment
bshoultz@syr.edu
Zen Center of Syracuse
266 W. Seneca Tnpk., Syracuse, NY 13207
315.492.9773
http://www.zencenterofsyracuse.org/
Fall 2020 Meditation Schedule
Join on Zoom with this link!
Meeting ID: 954 9073 5522
Passcode: BMASUESF
- Mondays at 10:30 a.m. on Zoom
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Tuesdays at 9 a.m. on Zoom
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Tuesdays at noon on Zoom
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Wednesdays at 1 p.m. in person in the Main Chapel
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Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. on Zoom
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Thursdays at 9 a.m. on Zoom
- Fridays at noon on Zoom
The Buddhist Meditation Association meets every Monday at 7 p.m. on Zoom. Join with this link!
Give to the Buddhist Campus Ministry
Evangelical Christian Ministries
Nondenominational, Multicultural/Multinational Christ-Centered, Biblical Christian Services and Fellowship
Though we have a focus on international students regardless of their faith, we welcome and have many non-international students join us as well.
“The love of Christ moves us to serve others in love.”
Susi Koshy
jekoshy@syr.edu
Suresh Thiagarajan
315.445.1614
psalm421@gmail.com
David & Lorrie McKeon
315.476.7978
dave.lorrie.mckeon@gmail.com
Programs for Fall 2020
- In-person Christian Student Fellowship
- Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.
- In person and on Zoom: bit.ly/EncourageSU
- Contact Chaplain Koshy for more information
- Virtual worship services with Chaplain Koshy's local congregation, International Assembly
- Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
- Contact Chaplain Koshy for the link and more information
Give to the Evangelical Christian Ministries
Historically Black Church Chaplaincy
A collaborative ministry with the traditionally African American churches of Syracuse.
Elder Melvin Baker, C
haplain
315.395.0466
msbaker@syr.edu
The Historically Black Church Chaplaincy (HBCC) cordially invites you to share in a powerful contemporary worship experience that remains committed to genuinely connecting with every student without
Online Services for Summer 2020
- Wednesday Night LIFE worship services open to all on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. on Zoom: lemoyne.zoom.us/j/95998952361
- "Ask Elder" video series answering student questions will be posted on Fridays at 1 p.m. on Instagram at @hbcc_su.
- Inspirational sermons will be posted on Sundays at 3 p.m. on Facebook Live on Chaplain Baker's Facebook page.
- Elder Melvin Baker will be available during this time period by phone or email at 315.395.0466 or msbaker@syr.edu.
Give to the Historically Black Church
Islamic Chaplaincy at Syracuse University
The office of Muslim Student Life at Syracuse University is about support for Muslim students, faculty, and staff in all religious and spiritual needs for development and growth. It is about accommodation, openness, and understanding - not
Contact:
Amir Duric, Chaplain
856.266.8625
aduric@syr.edu
For appointment and programming information contact 856.266.8625.
Muslim Students Association (MSA):
- Social and cultural events celebrating our diversity
- Discussion on challenges and opportunities facing Muslim students
- Daily and Juma'h prayers
- Islamic education programs
- Iftars (breaking the fast meals) during Ramadan
- Collaboration on humanitarian projects
- Interfaith discussions
Note: Follow MSA and MSL Facebook Pages and bulletin boards for more details, NEW and UPCOMING programs and events!
Programs for Fall 2020
SPIRITUAL SITDOWNS WITH CHAPLAIN AMIR DURICMondays at 7:00 pm, Zoom | Meeting ID: 669 377 4487 | Password: 538496
Email aduric@syr.edu for more details and to RSVP
ONE-ON-ONE AND SMALL GROUP STUDY SESSIONS
(e.g. Understanding Islam; Hifz Program; Reading Qur'an; Tajweed, etc.)
Tues, Wed and Thru, 2-4 pm | Online and In-person
Email aduric@syr.edu to discuss your goals and to reserve a slot
SMALL GROUP DISCUSSIONS*
Wednesdays at 8 pm | *Flexible topics and only if requested
Email aduric@syr.edu with topic proposals and group members
MSA STUDENT LEADERSHIP MEETING
Format and Time - TBD | Email msaatsu@gmail.com with questions
JUMUAH/FRIDAY SERVICES
Fridays at 1:10 pm | Main Chapel of Hendricks & MSL@SU FB Live
TAFSIR CLASS WITH BR. AHMET CELIK
Fridays at 3:00 pm, Zoom | Meeting ID: 307 487 8901 | Password: 053628
Email acelik@syr.edu for more details
COUNSELING SESSIONS & CHAPLAIN'S OFFICE HOURS*
Mon-Fri | *By appointment only
Email aduric@syr.edu to schedule an appointment
Give to the Islamic Chaplaincy at Syracuse University
Jewish - Syracuse Hillel
Hillel inspires and enriches the lives of Jewish students at Syracuse University so that they may enrich the Jewish people and the world.
Hillel makes Judaism and Jewish tradition relevant to the lives of college students through peer-to-peer engagement, student leadership development, dynamic Shabbat and holiday experiences, vibrant social and Israel programming, justice initiatives and meaningful Jewish learning. With different entry-points into Jewish life on campus, Hillel helps you personalize a Jewish experience at Syracuse that is right for you, and connects you to the large vibrant Jewish community on campus. From celebrating Passover at Hillel’s Seder in the Carrier Dome, to hiking through a waterfall on Birthright Israel, to taking leadership role through one of the many internships Hillel offers, to making new friends at Shabbat dinner at the Winnick Hillel Center – Hillel is here for you as your Jewish home away from home!
Hillel hosts Shabbat services (5pm) and delicious kosher Shabbat dinners (6pm) every Friday throughout the academic year at the Winnick Hillel Center for Jewish Life (located at 102 Walnut Place). Shabbat with the Hillel community is a wonderful way to relax and recharge with old and new friends at the end of the week! Hillel also hosts services, meals and programming for Jewish holidays.
You can learn about all of our events, programs and leadership opportunities on our website: www.syracusehillel.org
And stay up-to-date with Hillel on our social media!
Facebook: Syracuse Hillel
Instagram: @syracusehillel
The Winnick Hillel Center for Jewish Life
102 Walnut Place
Syracuse, NY 13210
hillel@syr.edu
315.422.5082
Contact:
Joel Goldstein, Campus Rabbi and Jewish Chaplain
Jillian Juni, Executive Director315.443.4853
jijuni@syr.edu
Jessica Lemons, Chief Operations Officer
315.443.4831
jmlemons@syr.edu
Ronen Tzadok, Jewish Agency Israel Fellow315.443.4376
rtzadok@syr.edu
Lutheran Campus Ministry
Expanding Minds, Deepening Faith, Inspiring Service.
LCM at SU and SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry is a dynamic community, rooted in worship that nurtures growth and inspires service in the name of Christ.
Contact:
The Rev. Gail Riina
315.251.4739
griina@syr.edu
lcmsyracuse.org
Jeff Kane, associate chaplain
518.522.9300
jkane@syr.edu
Activities:
- Community Life - Make friends and explore what faith means for others and to you. Grow spiritually through mini-retreats, bible studies, interfaith dialogues, workshops on Spirituality and the arts, and more. Join in hands-on service, and explore careers through the STEP Center. Play and pray with SULSA.
- Worship
Life - 12 p.m. on Sundays we gather in the Noble Room of Hendricks Chapel. Our goal is Dynamic Worship connecting us with God to make a difference in our lives. Music is an important part of our service; praying twice with hymns and songs from around the world. Students take leadership in planning and leading worship. Liturgy is creative changing with the seasons of the church year. Sundays at 12 p.m., staff, facultyand students gather moving chairs to create an informal and reflective space which we quickly rearrange after worship to host our weekly Sunday brunch at 1 p.m. - The Step Center - Expose yourself to a world beyond the University - step into another's world and then
out together to make a difference! Short andlong term hands on service opportunities, as well as service learning tied to your field of study. - SU Lutheran Student Association (SULSA) - Weekly gathering for food and fun! See "Religious Groups" for more information.
- Student Leaders - Exercise and deepen your leadership abilities. Lutheran Campus Ministry programs are planned run by students with the support of the Chaplain. Positions available
for: STEP Center Board, Music Ministry, Public Relations - Social Media, Peers Leaders Team - 6-hour weekly commitment withsmall stipend. For an application for Peer Leaders Team, Music Ministry, orwork study office assistance, please email: griina@syr.edu or call 443-2439.
Online Services for Summer 2020
- Hope for the Journey, a private, small group study session exploring the choices we make, is available on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. on Zoom. Contact Chaplain Riina to sign up.
- Late Night Guided Meditation are open to all on Wednesdays at 10 p.m. on Instagram Live at @cusecampusconnect.
- Campus Connect Meetings are open to all on the first Thursday of each month (June 4, July 2 and August 6) at 10 p.m. on Zoom: zoom.us/j/8970374762
- Prayers and spiritual messages from Rev. Gail Riina are available on Spotify and LCM's Facebook page. Open this link to Pastor Gail's Spotify page or search “Pastor Gail” to listen.
- Lutheran Chaplain Rev. Gail Riina will be available during this time period by appointment by phone or email at 315.251.4739 or griina@syr.edu. Rev. Jeff Kane will also be available by appointment by phone or email at 315.251.4739 or jkane@syr.edu.
Give to the Lutheran Campus Ministry
Roman Catholic
The SU / SUNY ESF Catholic Campus ministry at the John J. Alibrandi Catholic Center offers a rich, vibrant ministry. Our mission is to build a strong community that is completely accepting, inclusive and bound together, regardless of race, ethnicity or sexual orientation, by God's universal love. We demonstrate that love through the celebration of the sacraments, small faith-sharing groups, fellowship, volunteer service, music and social action.
We seek with all that we do to provide a welcoming, fun and loving place for people to express their faith, to know that they are not alone and to discover the love that Jesus has for them.
Our events, which occur at the Catholic Center (110 Walnut Place, across from the Whitman School of Management) unless otherwise indicated, are open to all. Also, the Catholic Center has study spaces (library and Great Room) and prayer spaces which could serve as an oasis for quiet meditation, focusing on mindfulness and centering on the Lord.
Contact:
fwaterma@syr.edu
Jeremiah Deep, Campus Minister
jedeep@syr.edu
The Catholic Center
110 Walnut Place (corner of E. Adams and Walnut Place)
315.443.2600
sucatholic.org
Fall 2020 Mass Schedule
Sunday
- 10:30 am – Catholic Center. Seating capacity is limited to 55 *
- 1:00 pm – Hendricks Chapel.
- *Please note our 10:30 am Mass will be live-streamed on our YouTube page, SU Catholic Center. Mass will be posted to our Facebook Page, SU Catholic, at the conclusion of Mass.
Wednesday
- 12:10 pm "20-minute" Mass - Hendricks Chapel
Thursday
- 7 pm Mass followed by "free" community dinner at the Catholic Center. PLEASE NOTE: This event is pre-registration only. Pre-registration will take place at both our Sunday Masses.
Confession and/or meet with Fr. Gerry for confidential conversation
- Tuesday & Thursday: 2-4 pm - Hendricks Chapel
- Wednesday: 1-2 pm - Catholic Center
OR by appointment at the Catholic Center.
Small Faith-Sharing Groups
Are you searching for a welcoming community on campus?! Look no further than our small groups! These groups are student-led and are designed to help you deepen your faith and grow in connection to Jesus and one another! The small groups are held weekly in a variety of locations on campus and will do the following: discuss life and faith, reflect on Scripture passages and pray with one another! If you are interested in learning more about small groups or want to sign up, please email Campus Minister Jeremiah Deep, jedeep@syr.edu.
Give to the Roman Catholic Chaplaincy
United Methodist Ecumenical Campus Ministry
If you identify with the following traditions:
American Baptist, Presbyterian Church, USA, United Church of Christ, United Methodist
Who we Thrive to be:
The UME Campus ministry exists to serve all humanity and seeks to create
What we Honor:
Though we are unashamedly Christian in our expressions, we are also unapologetically committed to respectful co-existence. To honor our credo, the UME Campus ministry engages in interfaith dialogue and collaborative efforts to advocate for safety, peace, justice
How we Choose to Honor our Common Humanity:
"You" means you. We are not going to define "you" just come and bring all of your "you-
Contact:
Chaplain Rhonda Chester
314.312.7224
racheste@syr.edu
Programs for Fall 2020
- UMECM Chaplain Rev. Rhonda Chester will be hosting Connect Gatherings on Zoom throughout the semester. Learn more by phone or email at 314.312.7224 or racheste@syr.edu.