In a Christian university, with the pressures and demands of academics, there is the ongoing danger of studying about God without really knowing Him. The challenge of the Psalmist to, Be still and know that I am God, is a reminder of the importance of regularly taking time to reflect personally upon Him. Community spiritual life Weekly chapels represent a critical dimension of the educational experience at Loma Linda University. By devoting one hour each week to a chapel program, the University is emphasizing the value it places on spiritual development, corporate worship, and community. In addition, the chapel programs provide a variety of opportunities for the entire University community to benefit from teaching which integrates faith and learning, and to confront current issues and the implementation of faith in secular life.
Regular attendance is required of all full-time students.
Each student receives an attendance card at the beginning of each chapel. After chapel, the student returns the signed card to the chapel monitor. Weeks of Spiritual Emphasis are held in the fall, winter, and spring of each school year. Central to the mission of Loma Linda University, these weeks are set aside to corporately focus on our relationship with God and the potential impact Christians have on the world because of His Lordship in our lives. These meetings are scheduled each morning at the regular weekly chapel time and attendance is required.