Office of Religious and Spiritual Life

The Office of Religious and Spiritual Life (RSL) offers resources, programs and staff dedicated to supporting faith communities, religious expression and spiritual exploration throughout TCU. The University is affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), a denomination that values dialogue, freedom of thought and a mutual concern for all people. To that end, RSL is committed to respecting the dignity and beliefs of every individual, celebrating our rich diversity and welcoming all of God's people. We support a vibrant religious life and serve students spiritual needs while creating opportunities for reflection, learning and dialogue. The work of the office includes:

Supporting Over 22 Diverse Student Religious Organizations

  • Council of Presidents
  • Religious Life Staff Council
  • Community Advisory Council
  • Winter Leadership Summit
  • Community Care Teams
  • Faithworks Program Fund

The TCU Interfaith Initiative

  • Better Together at TCU
  • Spring Break Service and Study Trip
  • Multifaith Meditation Series
  • Dialogue Training & Facilitation

The Disciples on Campus Program

  • Disciples Leadership Council
  • College Toolbox Series
  • Fall and Spring Retreats
  • PB&J Mondays

The Beliefs and Values Project

  • This I Believe at TCU
  • Leading from Within (on Spirituality and Leadership)
  • What Matters to Me and Why Faculty Series
  • The Beliefs and Values Speaker Series

Spiritual Wellness, Pastoral Care and Crisis Response

  • Individual, Couples and Group Pastoral Care
  • Student Emergency Fund

Worship at the Chapel and Beyond

  • Frogs First Worship
  • Blessing of the Animals
  • Carols by Candlelight
  • Ash Wednesday Services

Located on the first floor of Jarvis Hall, The Office of Religious and Spiritual Life is home to staff offices, a multi-faith prayer room and the RSL Library and Resource Center. As a long-standing part of TCU, Robert Carr Chapel is open daily for prayer and personal reflection, and is available by reservation for worship, weddings and other sacred occasions. In addition to TCU’s religious life staff, students will also find a variety of full-time or part-time campus ministers and religious life partners who offer support, connection and pastoral care.





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