Center for Religious & Spiritual Life

Reflect | Resist | Rejuvenate

The Center for Religious and Spiritual Life is an inter-religious, non-denominational body which promotes spiritual flourishing for all religious and non-religious students, focusing on ethical reflection, social justice, mindfulness and contemplative practice as well as resources grounded in different faith traditions. The Center strives to raise religious literacy and promote interfaith engagement toward a more inclusive, just and engaged citizenry. We invite you to reflect, resist, rejuvenate with us, and remember—whoever you are, wherever you have been and wherever you are going, you are welcome here.

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Resources

Student Organizations

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Community

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Spaces

Helen Hills Hills Chapel

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About the Center

The Smith Center for Religious & Spiritual Life is a unique setting for student engagement.

Our Staff

Our staff members are here to guide and assist you in your spiritual growth and fulfillment.

To learn more about what we're up to each semester, be sure to read our newsletter!

Student Advisory Board

The CRSL Student Advisory Board fosters collaboration and dialogue between students and the Center for Religious & Spiritual Life.

Featured Events

Featured Event

Apr

Weekly Online Meditation

Online (through Zoom), 5–5:30 p.m., Zoom Meeting ID: 405 747 040
Students, faculty, staff and alumnae are invited to come together online for a weekly mindfulness meditation led by Ruth Ozeki and Mary Beth Brooker. We will meet for a simple, relaxed practice of breath- and body-centered meditation, based on Zen forms. The 30-minute period will start with a 10-minute guided meditation, which serves as instruction, followed by a short stretching break and a second period of silent meditation. No experience needed, and you can join or leave the meeting at any time. Email Ruth Ozeki with any questions.

Apr

Weekly Online Meditation

Online (through Zoom), 5–5:30 p.m., Zoom Meeting ID: 405 747 040
Students, faculty, staff and alumnae are invited to come together online for a weekly mindfulness meditation led by Ruth Ozeki and Mary Beth Brooker. We will meet for a simple, relaxed practice of breath- and body-centered meditation, based on Zen forms. The 30-minute period will start with a 10-minute guided meditation, which serves as instruction, followed by a short stretching break and a second period of silent meditation. No experience needed, and you can join or leave the meeting at any time. Email Ruth Ozeki with any questions.

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