Campus Ministries Team Joins Student Association

Johnston Woods was the scene of the joint retreat of the Campus Ministries team and the Student Association leaders August 22-24, 2008. The weekend opened with a Prayer Breakfast hosted by the President of Southern Adventist University President, Gordon Bietz. The group then assembled at the banks of the Ocoee River to take on the challenging rapids with Outland Expeditions. After surviving the river together, the team enjoyed supper in Cleveland, Tennessee prior to taking residence at Johnston Woods. Pastor Brennan Kirstein led the combined assembly in the ordinance of humility and communion. Worship service the next morning was led by Assistant Chaplain, Donnie Keele Jr. In the afternoon the group fellowship returned to the banks of the Ocoee for nature walks and supper. Vespers was led by S.A. President Doug Baasch. The evening fellowship was led by Student Activities Director Kari Shultz. The next day the group returned to campus to assist in helping new freshman move into the residence halls. The fellowship of the two organizations will go a long way toward facilitating spiritual development and Christian service on the campus of Southern Adventist University.

Where are we?

The Campus Ministries offices are located in the north end of the Ulmer Student Center behind the reception desk. The Ulmer Student Center is connected to the rear of the Wright Hall Administration building. The Ulmer Student Center is located midway the campus promenade that extends from Brock Hall to the Hickman Science Complex. Our office hours are 9 a.m. until noon and 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 9 a.m. until noon on Friday.

Southern Takes the S.T.A.G.E.

Southern Adventist University launches a new initiative for graduates. The Senior Transition and Graduate Enrichment (STAGE) program seeks to assist the new alumni as they get settled in their new roles. Some graduates continue their education in graduate schools around the nation. Others choose to begin their careers through internships. More are choosing to serve as Student Missionaries. S.T.A.G.E. serves to facilitate their journey by offering continued resources from the Counseling and Testing department, a warm welcome from previous Southern Alumni in their new region and information regarding local church offerings near their new residence. For more information call Campus Ministries at 423.236.2787 or .

We-Pods

Sure Jesus ministered to the thousands, but his most vital contact was with groups of 12 or even 3! Small groups provide friendship, stabillity and inspiration. There are over a dozen groups across the campus that meet at various times. Call 2787 for more information. Now get worship credit reduction upon regular participation!

Pastor Kirstein Leads Campus Ministries

Pastor Brennon Kirstein, begins his first full school year in a role he considers his dream job. Kirstein and his wife, the former Brandy Lewis, bring a spiritual arsenal to our school. Campus Ministries at SAU begins an exciting new era! Get to know more about Pastor Kirstein.