Christian Life Communities
CLCs are an awesome way to build a faith community and get to know fellow Christian peers on campus. The CLC I was in freshman year was a great way to make lasting friendships while learning more about myself and my personal relationship with God. It was so nice to have that community of likeminded women to bond with during the beginning of my time at Fordham.
-Bella Iazetta, FCRH '22
Frequently Asked Questions:
Do I have to be "super religious" to join a CLC?
No. Many in CLC are just beginning to explore their spirituality and faith, and how religion and church fits into this. Wherever you find yourself on this spectrum of life, church, and faith, you are most welcome to join a CLC.
Can I be "super religious" and join a CLC?
Yes! See above.
Do I have to be Christian or Catholic?
People of all faiths, backgrounds, and denominations are welcome. However, it should be clear that CLC is rooted in the life and love of Jesus in the Christian faith and a rich tradition of Ignatian spirituality.
Small groups meet once a week, for an hour. People usually hang out afterwards with snacks etc.-- .optional for all you busy folks!
How many people are in a group?
Generally between 6 and 10 people.
A compassionate, friendly group of student leaders and Jesuit Scholastics who are eager to share their faith and grow in God's love.
What actually happens in the groups?
Sharing, prayer, laughter, friendship, service, and support! Each group takes on it's own unique personality, but there is a general format we follow: beginning with prayer, poetry, or song followed by a personal sharing of our weeks followed by some type of "focus exercise" exploring one of the three pillars of faith, community, and service. Groups close with prayer and usually stick around to hang out and have snacks.
How does the sharing work, are there any ground rules or guidelines?
We never force anything, and you should share only what you are comfortable sharing and at your own pace. We review group guidelines together and place a high priority on listening, respect of others, and the ongoing development of a trusting, caring environment. Confidentiality is a cornerstone of sharing.
Begin by filling out the registration and giving us some insight into what you're looking for in a group (community, faith, service, etc.) and the days and times that would work best for you. Once we have your registration, we'll contact you to talk things over. In some cases you may join an entirely new group and sometimes a pre-existing group.
What if I join a CLC and find it's not for me?
That's no problem and there's no pressure to continue. We do encourage you to give it some time to really get a feel for how great it can be!
Yes! Just make a note on your registration, and we'll do our best to place you together.
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