Common Ground: News from Marsh Chapel

Boston University Marsh Chapel

Greetings!

Welcome to a new school year! As the center for religious life on campus, Marsh Chapel serves the whole BU community, regardless of religious affiliation. We also serve as the main Christian ministry on campus for Protestant students.

There are many opportunities for spiritual engagement and growth here at Marsh Chapel. Why not stop by at one of our First Week events, like the BU Religious Life Fair or the Welcome BBQ to learn more about us and to meet members of our community? You can also check out our weekly fellowship offerings, like 11am Interdenominational Worship on Sundays, Community Dinner on Mondays, Create Space on Tuesdays, or Yoga and Tai Chi. You can find more about these opportunities at the bottom of this email.

If you are a music lover, take a look at Music at Marsh Chapel. The Marsh Chapel Choir is currently holding auditions for singers. Please email musicmar@bu.edu to find out more about auditions.

The chaplains are also here for you. If you're having a difficult time, need someone to talk to, or just want to get a cup of coffee or tea, please reach out. Our email addresses and phone numbers are listed below.

We're excited to get to know you better and join you on your faith journeys!

Blessings,

Rev. Jess & Rev. Karen

The Rev. Dr. Jessica Chicka

University Chaplain

Marsh Chapel at Boston University

jchicka@bu.edu

617-358-3399 (office)

857-337-8213 (cell)

The Rev. Dr. Karen Coleman

University Chaplain

Marsh Chapel at Boston University

revkaren@bu.edu

617-353-1121 (office)

857-337-4226 (cell)

Connect with us!

Matriculation Worship Service at Marsh Chapel

Join Us on Sunday, September 4th, during our 11:00am Interdenominational Protestant Worship Service, to celebrate the Matriculation of the class of 2026! Matriculating students are invited to begin the day with us and then grab a snack after the service and join the Matriculation Walk to Agganis Arena from Marsh Plaza at 12:30PM.

Can't make it? This service will be Livestreamed! Join us virtually, HERE or listen live on WBUR at 90.9FM.

First Week Events for BU Students

Weekly Programming (Begins September 12th!)

Boston University Marsh Chapel

735 Commonwealth Avenue

Boston, MA 02215