Spiritual Formation Groups

Connecting Through Shared Identity and Experience

In partnership with the Intercultural Learning Center, Spiritual Formation Groups present an opportunity for spiritual formation through small group gatherings united around a shared identity, such as men, women, athletes or culture/ethnic background.

Current Spiritual Formation Groups include: Abide (Women’s Ministry), Alpha, Catholic Student Gatherings, Fellaship (Men’s Ministry), Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) and Young Life.

Students who identify as part of these respective Spiritual Formation Groups can connect with others for community and encouragement!

If you are interested in leading one of these Spiritual Formation Groups, please check out the job description and apply here.

Current Spiritual Formation Groups

Abide

We desire to invite every girl at Fresno Pacific into a space and community that encourages her to fall more in love with Jesus and create meaningful relationships with the women who are walking alongside her in pursuit of Christ.

Alpha

Alpha is a 10-week film series that explores the faith-related questions that we all wrestle with.

Gatherings are a judgement-free space centered around connection, content, and conversation. Participants will share meals together weekly, encounter a full picture of the gospel of Jesus and share in small group discussions.

Contact jordan.greynolds@fresno.edu for more information.

Catholic Student Gatherings

Our Catholic Student Gatherings fosters community, faith and spiritual growth by organizing various activities, including prayer meetings, retreats, social events and volunteer opportunities.

Fellaship

Fellowship for the fellas! We invite all young men to be part of a community where they can grow in their faith together.

Fellowship of Christian Athletes

FCA helps athletes align their goals, sports and their ambitions with God.

At FCA athletes grow in their faith and lead others to do the same.

Young Life

We are about building community, experiencing adventure, and exploring the significance of faith.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. When do Spiritual Formation Groups meet?

Spiritual Formation Groups meet at various times throughout the week. Some might meet weekly, others meet every other week. For a current schedule of Affinity Groups and their meeting times, please download the Involve App.

Q. Who provides leadership to Spiritual Formation Groups?

Student leaders provide leadership to Spiritual Formation Groups under the direction of the Office of Spiritual Formation (OSF). OSF provides funding each semester for groups to have food or other resources needed to support the group.

Q. How are Spiritual Formation Groups different than clubs?

Clubs are groups of students with shared interests and can be started by any student under the direction of Student Government Association. Click here to view the listed clubs.

Q. What do Spiritual Formation Groups do?

Spiritual Formation Groups provide students with a warm environment to process and grow in their faith. This may take the form of small group Bible study, discipleship with staff, faculty, and community members or participating in a life-giving activity like a shared meal, service project or retreat.

Q. Can Spiritual Formation Groups be associated with outside organizations?

Yes, we are willing to work with outside organizations with the establishment of a mutually beneficial MOU.