Spiritual Life at Salem College is dedicated to fostering growth, belonging, and reflection. We encourage students to explore their spiritual journeys in ways that honor their own traditions and identities while learning from others. Rooted in Salem’s historic commitment to education, community, and care, we support holistic student development and celebrate the many paths that give life meaning.

Seasonal & Special Events
Celebrate traditions that bring the community together, such as Lovefeast, holiday observances, interfaith dialogues, and campus vigils.

Retreats & Reflection Opportunities
Step away from the busyness of campus life with retreats, mindfulness practices, and sacred spaces designed for rest and renewal.

Student-Led Groups
Connect with peers through religious, spiritual, and interfaith organizations where students lead, support, and grow together:

• The Circle — thecircle@salem.edu
  Provides an open forum for students practicing or interested in non-traditional and nature-based religions.

• Chi Alpha Campus Ministries — rkhaskins2@gmail.com
  Weekly small group meetings in Little Chapel. Chi Alpha’s mission is to reconcile students to Christ and equip them through Spirit-filled communities of prayer, worship, fellowship, discipleship, and mission.

• InterVarsity Christian Fellowship — karen.hutchins@salem.edu
  Meets Fridays at 9:30 a.m. in Little Chapel. InterVarsity’s mission is to establish and advance witnessing communities of students and faculty who follow Jesus, growing in love for God, God’s Word, God’s people, and God’s purposes in the world.

Collaborations with Wake Forest University
Salem students are warmly invited to participate in several intercollegiate spiritual and faith-based communities:

• The Rosenblatt Family Hillel
  A student-run organization at Wake Forest providing Jewish programs for students, faculty, and staff.
  Contact marshst@wfu.edu to be added to the weekly newsletter, or follow @WFU_Hillel on Instagram.

• Muslim Life at Wake Forest
  Offers weekly Friday prayers, programs through the Muslim Students Association, and pastoral support from the Chaplain for Muslim Life. Subscribe to the newsletter for updates on events and services.

• Wake Forest Wesley Foundation (United Methodist Campus Ministry)
  Builds community and faith through reflective events that encourage belonging and service.
  For pastoral counseling, contact givensh@wfu.edu.

Service & Justice Initiatives
Live out your values through service-learning projects, community partnerships, and advocacy for social justice.

Salem offers a dedicated space for prayer, meditation, and quiet reflection. Whether inside the Little Chapel or outdoors in a peaceful garden setting, these spaces provide opportunities to pause, breathe, and connect with your spirit.

Spiritual Life at Salem thrives because of student participation. You can:

• Join a student spiritual or interfaith organization like The Circle, Chi Alpha, or InterVarsity

• Participate in joint programming with Wake Forest’s Hillel, Muslim Life, or Wesley Foundation

• Volunteer with community partners

• Attend retreats, services, and reflective events

Help shape new opportunities for campus spiritual engagement

Spiritual Life at Salem College is always open to your questions, ideas, and hopes.

• Email: religiouslife@salem.edu

No matter where you are on your journey, you are welcome here.