Religious Organizations

There are many student groups on campus that are religiously organized. Please contact individual groups for more information, event schedules and meeting times.

This information is also available in brochure form through Religious Life Groups (pdf form)

Buddhism Meditation Classes
A group meets weekly with Lars English with an emphasis on using Buddha's teachings practically in our busy modern lives to find greater happiness and inner peace. The class consists of a mix of teachings, meditations and discussions. The teachings are rooted in the Kadampa tradition - a Mahayana Buddhist lineage. Meets Tuesday 7:30-9 pm. For information contact englishl@dickinson.edu

Blue Mountain Lotus Society, a Buddhist sangha based in Harrisburg, offers weekly Zen meditation Shikantaza) and fellowship under the leadership of Brooke Wiley. This group practices mindfulness and compassionate action, based on Shakyamuni Buddha's historical teachings, utilizing the Dharma to relieve suffering. This group meets Thursdays 6-7 pm. For more information please see www.bmls.org or contact : wiley@dickinson.edu.

Dickinson Christian Fellowship
A part of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, this group meets for worship weekly on Friday evenings at 7pm and has several small group Bible studies each week. DCF meets for prayer and lunch Tuesdays & Thursdays at noon.
Contact: dcf@dickinson.edu

Fellowship of Christian Athletes: Athletes from all teams meet weekly for a time of Bible study and fellowship. They also participate in other events on campus together and service projects. Meetings are Mondays from 8:30-9:30 pm in the Kline Center.
Contact: mcgregorc@dickinson.edu

Hillel (Jewish)Hillel is a Jewish Organization for the Dickinson College community dedicated to providing opportunities for religious observance, cultural awareness, and Tikkun Olam (Community Service).
Contact: hillel@dickinson.edu

Ichthys Christian student small group that meets and explores what it means to be a Christian in both word and action. Meets weekly for fellowship and outreach events.
Contact: ichthysdc@gmail.com

Muslim Student Association
This group of students of the Muslim faith build community and understanding of the Muslim culture and religious traditions through holiday celebrations, small group gatherings, and club meetings. This is a reorganizational year to bring MSA back into the fold of active student religious life groups on campus.
Contact: msa@dickinson.edu

Newman Club (Catholic)A group of Catholic students who hold weekly meetings in Durbin classroom, Old West on various topics (Wednesday 7 pm), pray the rosary, perform community service, and host other fellowship events throughout the semester. Mass (7:30 pm) and the Sacrament of Confession (6:45 pm) are held Sunday night and Holy Days in Memorial Hall, Old West with our campus priest, Father Dwight Schlaline, in conjunction with our local parish, St. Patrick's. Father Dwight's office hours are held on Wednesday's from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m in the Durbin Classroom. Contact: newman@dickinson.edu

Discernment GroupA group of Christian students interested in discerning how their spiritual gifts, personality, abilities and life expereinces can be used to serve God. A six week course using PLACE Ministries.
Contact: Rev. Mira Hewlett hewlettm@dickinson.edu

Religious Life CouncilThis group of religious club leaders meets monthly to coordinate, support and commicate various religious life programs. Each spring a weekend service trip is planned for persons of all faiths to serve and reflect together learning about each other's religious emphasis on service. This trip is annually to Philadelphia.
Contact: boyers@dickinson.edu