It is in deep solitude and silence that I find the gentleness with which I can truly love my brother and sister. The study of religion has always been central to the academic curriculum at Rochester College. The Department of Religion provides instruction in the Bible and related religious subjects to all students in order to encourage them to pursue Christian faith, values, and service. The Department of Religion offers courses in biblical studies, church history, doctrine, biblical languages, ministry and philosophy. The religion faculty has a reputation for excellence in classroom instruction, and for a willingness to personally guide and assist students to achieve their potential.
Many graduates are new serving as pulpit ministers, youth ministers, missionaries, and counselors.
Others have successfully completed seminary or graduate training in preparation for a career in ministry and teaching. The religion faculty of Rochester College has been trained at some of the finest institutions in this country and abroad. They represent strong expertise in the fields of biblical study, homiletics, theology, church history, and ethics. All faculty have scholarly publications to their credit and have presented papers at professional meetings and Bible lectureship programs. All are currently involved in research projects in their field of expertise.