Covenant recognizes this need and seeks to fulfill it in a variety of ways. In addition to special worship times during the semester, the school week is structured to give students regular opportunities for worship and prayer. Chapel Students and faculty meet regularly on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays throughout the school year for chapel services. Though the format varies and not all chapel services are formal worship services, Student Services organizes each service with the same goal of making chapel a time of exalting God and growing in the grace and truth of the gospel.
Many students say that chapel is one of the most valuable aspects of their seminary training.
As a time set aside for worship and edification, it keeps the focus of their studies on God and reminds them of the deep personal reality behind what they learn in class. Another important element of spiritual development is encouragement and accountability through small group prayer. Covenant Groups are formed at the beginning of each semester and meet weekly throughout the year. In each group, students and a faculty member share personal needs, struggles, and testimonies of praise with the purpose of encouraging and praying for each other. This opportunity to create long-lasting friendships with other students and faculty members by ministering to one another in a close, personal environment is strongly recommended for all students.