Information for the Religious and Spiritual Life Committee

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Areas of Committee Concern

The committee focuses on the religious and spiritual needs and well-being of the entire campus community, regardless of individual beliefs and world views, and in particular on

• Organized religious and spiritual life on campus
• Worship services, observances, and additional religious and spiritual programs
• Religious and spiritual care to include guidance, growth, and support of all individuals in the campus community
• Policies related to religious and spiritual life on campus

Policies and Procedures

• The committee meets on a regular basis with the University Chaplain who serves as an ex-officio member.
• Although the official membership of the committee consists of nine faculty members and four to eight students, every effort is made to involve additional interested faculty members and students.
• Every effort is made by the committee to promote multi-faith understanding, cooperation, communication, and community.
• The committee elects its Chair each May from among the faculty membership.

Methods of Reporting To the Campus Community

• The Committee Chair will submit a written annual report to Academic Council. On matters deemed to be of general concern, the Council may request that the committee report directly to the faculty.
• Activities and functions of the committee are also recorded as minutes of each meeting and disseminated to the Elon community.