Discipleship Ministries Discipleship Ministries seeks to create opportunities that foster and flourish 2 Timothy 2:2 relationships, where as a result of walking together, students grow in their relationship with Christ as well as their ability to train others to do the same. Nearly one-third of the student body is involved in upperclassman-led Bible studies. These groups meet weekly throughout the school year and create an atmosphere for spiritual growth through accountability, prayer, open discussion, and loving community. Every fall, students can sign up to join a group. “Life Together” (formerly known as “Fit to be Tied”) is another strategic ministry specifically targeting seriously dating or engaged student-couples. Couples meet regularly with their mentor couple throughout the school year as well as attending five relevant seminars focused on building Christ-honoring marriages. cedarville.edu/discipleship Global Outreach — Local Cedarville University is located in the Miami Valley region, with the cities of Columbus, Dayton, and Cincinnati nearb, along with many smaller communities. This setting provides students with numerous opportunities to engage with their neighbors through local ministry teams. By using their resources, talents, and time, students seek to live out the Gospel while serving others. Areas of service include crisis pregnancy and abstinence support, evangelism and urban outreach,youth and children’s ministries, jail and detention outreach, refugee support, and special needs ministries. Global Outreach further encourages all students to invest their time in serving within a local church, an expectation for all believers. Contact Global Outreach for more details at cedarville.edu/globaloutreach. Global Outreach — Domestic Students have opportunity to join a weeklong team, often over a break, to serve along with ministries in various cities, such as Salt Lake City, Boston, and Chicago, seeking to share the Gospel in the inner city, refugee outreach, and practical children’s programs. Contact Global Outreach for more details at cedarville.edu/ globaloutreach. Global Outreach — International Proclaiming the Gospel to the nations while experiencing missions firsthand, our students reach out around the world. Each year during breaks, and in the summer, hundreds of students serve missionaries while also discerning God’s direction in their lives. Participants raise their own financial and prayer support prior to leaving and report on their ministries upon returning. Since 1971, thousands of participants have served in 160 countries. Each year opportunities for service include medical, computer, evangelism, engineering, sports, orphan care, teaching English as a second language, music, and physical labor. Every student is encouraged to minister cross-culturally before graduation. Contact Global Outreach for more details at cedarville.edu/globaloutreach. HeartSong Ministries HeartSong Ministries exists to help others remember and respond to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Whether at a large conference or small youth event, HeartSong intentionally balances music, Scripture, and life stories to engage audiences in a way that is distinctively Cedarville. HeartSong is excited to reach out to thousands of young people across the country and introduce them to the incredible opportunities available at Cedarville University. cedarville.edu/Heartsong Selecting a Ministry • Consider your interests. Select a ministry that allows you to do something you enjoy. • Consider your vocational goals. There are many ministries that are directly related to the majors offered at Cedarville University. A ministry related to your chosen field can help you decide if you have made the right choice and in some cases may lead to an internship, reference, or employment. • Talk with upperclassmen. Find someone who has experience in the ministry you are considering. • Watch your email for ministry opportunities that will be announced. • Talk with the Christian Ministries staff in the Dixon Ministry Center. They are available to answer questions you might have. cedarville.edu/serve Student Life Cedarville seeks to maintain a culture that reflects the values of the Kingdom of Heaven and the spirit of Jesus Christ. Student Life Programs are designed to support this kind of environment and to contribute to each student’s growth intellectually, spiritually, socially, and physically. In each of these areas, the University recognizes the relevancy and authority of the Bible and accepts it as the final authority for faith and practice. Core values that shape the culture include love for God, love for others, excellence in effort, and integrity in conduct. Spiritual Emphasis The University desires that each student grow in their relationship with Christ. Consequently, students are urged to regularly practice spiritual disciplines including worship, prayer, and Bible study. Daily chapel services provide spiritual encouragement and enrichment. We ask students to maintain the discipline of weekly corporate worship at a local church. Spiritual growth is further encouraged through student prayer groups that meet regularly to pray for special needs. Page 8 2026–27 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Introduction Student Life
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