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.