Faith and Worship
Matters of faith and practice of that faith can be very important to many people.
The following is a list of religious and spiritual resources in the UAF and greater
Fairbanks community. UAF recognized student organizations are identified as such.
Fairbanks Faith Directory:
Website listing is updated semi-annually for the places of worship in the
Greater Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce:
Active UAF Student Organizations:
Religious and Spiritual:
Baha'i Club
Student Organization preferred name: UAF Baha'i Club
Student Organization Email: fbbahai@uaf.edu, vaschleich@alaska.edu
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Baptist Campus Ministry (BCM)
Student Organization preferred name: Baptist Campus Ministry
Student Organization Description:
Provide opportunities for worship, spiritual growth, and service to the UAF community.
We exist to help ³ÉÈËӰƬ ignite a lifelong passion for pursuing God, being transformed
by His presence in worship. We desire to declare His greatness to everyone while serving
others in Jesus’ name.
Student Organization Email: hjbmcneely@alaska.edu, Wilhelm.middleton@yahoo.com
Campus Bible Ministries
Student Organization Description:
Obeying Christ's 'Great Commission' in Matthew 28:18-20, our passion and purpose is
to lead people to the LORD Jesus Christ, help develop them into Christ's image, equip
them for ministry in the local church, so that they may bring glory to the GOD of
Heaven both now and forever. Open to all for praise to the LORD Jesus Christ and the
in-depth study of God’s Holy Word, the Bible.
Student Organization Email: kwsapp@alaska.edu
Student Organization Meeting Time: Every Saturday @ 12:00-1:30 p.m.
Student Organization Meeting Location: Gruening 309
Catholic Student Association
Student Organization preferred name: CSA
Student Organization Description:
It shall be the mission of the CSA to serve and support the Catholic community at
University of ³ÉÈËӰƬ Fairbanks. We seek to provide opportunities for ³ÉÈËӰƬ to actively
question and engage their faith.
Student Organization Email: kayanish@alaska.edu, fystmark@alaska.edu
Creation Club for Christ
Student Organization Description:
Through the study of creation passages in God’s Word the Bible and related resources,
we endeavor to become better Christians in our service to God and to mankind through
faith in Jesus Christ our Lord.
Student Organization Email: kwsapp@alaska.edu.
Student Organization Meeting Time: Saturdays noon -2pm
Student Organization Meeting Location: Gruening 309
Hillel-Jewish Student Organization
Student Organization preferred name: Hillel
Student Organization Description:
A group of ³ÉÈËӰƬ dedicated to spreading knowledge of the Jewish religion throughout
the University populace, and work to benefit charitable organizations.
Student Organization Email: bmross@alaska.edu
Student Organization Meeting Time: Thursdays and Fridays 7:30 pm (Shabbat Services)
Student Organization Meeting Location: Thursdays – OIT Nook BUNN 319 and Fridays (Congregation Or HaTzafon)
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship
Student Organization Description:
InterVarsity's vision is to see ³ÉÈËӰƬ and faculty transformed, campus renewed,
and world changers developed.
Student Organization Email: hudsonalaska@gmail.com
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Latter Day Saint Student Association
Student Organization Description:
LDSSA supports and encourages LDS ³ÉÈËӰƬ to attend Institute of Religion classes
at the Institute building located next to the post office at 770 Geist Road. Our goal
is to inform and answer questions pertaining to the LDS faith and Christ to both members
and non-members. All are welcome to attend Sunday service at 11:00am at the Institute
building on Geist.
Student Organization Email: aldewey@alaska.edu
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Student Organization Meeting Time: Sunday 11 am - 2 pm and Wednesday 7 to 9 pm
Student Organization Meeting Location: 770 Gradelle Ave
Muslim Student Association (not listed)
Student Organization preferred name: Muslim Students Association
Student Organization Description:
MSA is a religious, social and cultural forum. MSA seeks to help new ³ÉÈËӰƬ adapt
with UAF' academic and social environment. MSA seeks to promote understanding of the
often misunderstood religion of Islam and Muslim cultures. With teamwork and dedication,
such goals are not all that hard to accomplish.
Student Organization Email: iorakikohshour@alaska.edu
Orthodox Christian Fellowship
Student Organization Description:
To create fellowship and learn about the Orthodox Christian faith and to discuss all
types of topics.
Student Organization Email: twnick@alaska.edu
United Campus Ministry (UCM)
Student Organization preferred name: United Campus Ministry
Student Organization Description:
United Campus Ministry's purpose is to encourage the campus community in their walk
with God. We believe this growth will take place through worship, friendship, teaching
and service to others.
Student Organization Email: office@uafucm.edu
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Student Organization Meeting Time: Tuesdays 7PM for Worship & 1-1:50PM Thursdays for Bible Study
Student Organization Meeting Location: Tuesdays in Duckering 354 & Thursdays in UCM Office – 306 Constitution Hall
Vita: Non-Denomination Campus Ministry
Student Organization preferred name: UAF Vita
Student Organization Description:
UAF Vita, affiliated with the Northern Lights church of Christ, strives to celebrate
the abundant life the Christ came to give us! Our goal is to model Christ in all that
we do. Join us Tuesdays off campus for interactive "Life Talks." We are studying The
4:8 Principle this Spring 2015 semester. http://www.tommynewberry.com/books/the-48-principle/
Also, we are dedicating time to volunteering in the community this semester. Some
of our plans include volunteering at the food bank, Northern Light church of Christ,
and other opportunities that may arise. If you want to chip in or have ideas for volunteerism,
shoot us an email! God bless.
Student Organization Email: uafvita@gmail.com
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Student Organization Meeting Time: Tuesday 7pm
Student Organization Meeting Location: Bible study off campus (email for details).