USF Faith & Culture Communities
Catholic Student Prayer Group
Catholic Student Prayer Group Meetings
Thursdays: 8:15–9:15 p.m. | University Ministry Romero Room | Toler 122
Fall 2019: Sept. 19 – Dec. 12 (excluding November 28)
Spring 2020: Jan. 23 – May 7 (excluding March 12 & April 9)
The Catholic Student Prayer Group meets on Thursday evenings to gather in community and pray in traditional Catholic prayer forms. Join us for Compline night prayer, Lectio Divina, the Rosary and other prayers. No RSVP necessary.
For more information, please contact Brian DuSell.
Communities of Reflection (CORE)
CORE Meetings
CORE Group is a community care for social justice advocates including the Solidarity in Action volunteers and other social justice clubs that are affiliated with the University Ministry. We meet on a monthly basis to process various aspects of our lives ranging from our experiences volunteering through the Social Justice programs, emotional overwhelm, homesickness, belongingness, and hope. It is fun, interactional, educational and any USF student interested in social justice dialogue and action is welcomed to join.
We meet on each 4th Thursday of the month at 11:45am - 12:45pm in the University Ministry office (Toler 122). Lunch is served.
For more information, please contact Jean Pierre (Ubu) Ndagijimana.
Ignatians
Ignatians Meetings
Tuesdays: 8–9 p.m. | University Ministry Romero Room | Toler 122
Fall 2019: Sept. 17 – Dec. 10 (excluding October 15)
Interested in a deep dive into Ignatian spirituality, Jesuit mission, justice and leadership? Students of all faiths and identities are welcome to join the Ignatians, a weekly gathering of emerging student leaders interested in supporting and inspiring one another to live the mission at USF. We meet weekly on Tuesday evenings for conversation, reflection, and leadership development. All are welcome.
For more information, please contact Denise Garcia.
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship
InterVarsity Weekly Community Groups
International Students
Tuesdays | 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. | KA 209
Freshmen
Wednesdays | 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. | UC 305 | Contact Julia 408.508.9019
Upperclassmen
Wednesdays | 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. | KA 499 | Contact Monica 415.994.0704
Journey 2019 Conference
Friday, October 18 - Sunday, October 20 | Woodleaf | 11359 La Porte Rd | Challenge, CA
Join us for our first conference of the school year! This is a great way to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and explore your faith in the Lord. The total cost is $130 with a $30 deposit and there are scholarships available.
For more info, please email Katelyn (katelyn.dixon@intervarsity.org)
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Worship Night
Thursday, October 24 | 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. | TBD
For more information, please contact Katelyn Dixon.
Jewish Student Organization (JSO)
For more information, please contact Rabbi Camille Angel.
SF Hillel
Holiday of Sukkot
Celebrate with us in the campus sukkah in Tarantino Plaza all week -- stop by anytime to eat a meal, do your homework, or just spend quality time with a friend outside. We'll be around for lunch Wed, Oct 16 (1-2), Thurs, Oct 17 (11:45-2) and Fri, Oct 18 (1-2) so BYO-lunch and see you then!
Jewish Law Student Association (JLSA)
Hear from a survivor: A talk with Leon Rajninger
Wed, Oct 16 | 5 p.m. | Terrace Room in the Law Library
The Cosmic Diaspora Trio Band
Thurs, Oct 17 | 6:30 p.m. | Sukkah - Tarantino Plaza (behind Malloy and McLaren)
Shabbat in the Sukkah
Fri, Oct 18 | 6 p.m. | Sukkah - Tarantino Plaza (behind Malloy and McLaren)
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Birthright Israel
Birthright Israel registration is open! Select 'Hillel International' as your Provider and 'Bay Area Campuses (SF Hillel)' as your Trip!
For more information, please contact Naomi Zipursky.
Kasamahan (Filipino-American Community)
For more information, please contact Janessa Rozal.
Latinas Unidas
For more information, please contact Gladys Perez.
Muslim Student Association (MSA)
MSA Meet & Greet
Thursday, October 10 | 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. | Berman Room - Fromm Hall
This is a great opportunity to convene as midterms conclude and Fall Break approaches. In particular, we look forward to meeting the many new faces who visited our table at the Involvement Fair.
There will be refreshments and desserts.
For more information, please contact Omar Shatrat.
Orthodox Christian Fellowship
Orthodox Christian Fellowship Meetings
Tuesdays: 12-1 p.m. | University Ministry Romero Room | Toler 122
Fall 2019: Tuesdays (September 17, 24, October 1, 22, 29, November 12, 19, 26, December 3, 10)
Spring 2020: Tuesdays (February 4, 11, 18, 25, March 3, 17, 24, 31, April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5)
Join fellow USF students for a lunchtime gathering of the Orthodox Christian Fellowship. We look forward to meeting those interested in Orthodox Christianity and joining together in prayer and fellowship. The mystical traditions of inner prayer, fasting, service to neighbor and a rich liturgical experience (icons, chant, and incense!) are central to this ancient Eastern manifestation of faith in Christ. All are welcome!
For more information, please contact Fr. Kirill Sokolov.
Zen Buddhist Meditation
Zen Meditation
Every Tuesday: 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. | Arrupe Room, Saint Ignatius Church
(Saint Ignatius Church basement, entrance beneath the bell tower at Northeast corner of the church from descending stairs)
4:30 – 5:15 pm: Tai Chi (weather permitting, outside on the grass, otherwise in Arrupe Room)
5:15 – 6:00 pm: Zazen + Kinhin Meditation (Arrupe Room)
No prior experience with Zen meditation required. Please wear appropriate clothing for tai chi practice and seated cross-legged meditation. These events are free and open to all USF community members as well as the public.
For more information, please contact Geoff Ashton.
First AME Zion Church
