Center for Religious & Spiritual Life
Reflect | Resist | Rejuvenate
At the Center for Religious and Spiritual Life we encourage you to think deeply, stand up for your beliefs, exchange ideas, renew your spirit and connect with others. We are a center of diverse cultural and religious learning and expression, spiritual development, hospitality and community engagement. We aim to increase student knowledge and engagement with intersections of religion and world affairs in a diverse, multifaith community and to provide support and guidance to students as they wrestle with questions of meaning, faith and purpose.
Featured Events
Weekly Meditation
- Helen Hills Hills Chapel Sanctuary, 5-6 p.m.
- Students, faculty, and staff are invited to attend weekly mindful meditation in the tradition initiated by Zen priest and Smith Professor Ruth Ozeki (led by Naomi Miller and Mary Beth Brooker during Ruth's absence on sabbatical). A simple relaxed silent practice of sitting and walking meditation, using chairs or floor cushions. Initial meditation instruction will be offered. All levels are welcome, with time for questions
Mindful Mondays Series with Lunch
- Bodman Lounge, 1:30 pm
Exams got your frazzled, and holidays are(‘nt) helping? Come for a re-set, re-fresh, rejuvenating Mindful Monday. Enjoy hot cider and yummy snacks! Led by Matilda Cantwell, Director of Religious and Spiritual Life.
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About the Center
The Smith Center for Religious & Spiritual Life is a unique setting for student engagement.
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Our staff members are here to guide and assist you in your spiritual growth and fulfillment.
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The CRSL Student Advisory Board fosters collaboration and dialogue between students and the Center for Religious & Spiritual Life.
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Contact
Helen Hills Hills Chapel
123-125 Elm Street
Smith College
Northampton, MA 01063
Fax: 413-585-2794
We are open daily to the Smith community from 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m. for prayer, reflection, conversation, meditation, study and worship.