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Campus Ministry
The Campus Ministry Office, staffed by local volunteer clergy, exists for the purpose of inviting and supporting members of the SUNY Canton community (students, faculty, administration, and staff ) to explore and grow in their spiritual life. To facilitate this mission, it sponsors programs and activities that address the needs and interest of the campus community.
- Interfaith prayer services
- Connects with the local churches, temples, mosques and synagogues
- Advisors for faith-based student clubs
- Service projects (i.e. community service,
Big Brother/ Big Sister, CROP Walk,
Adopt-A-Neighbor, Earth Day Activities
and Blessing of Animals)
- Confidential spiritual guidance
- Educational programs
- Recreational and social events
A Spiritual Life Committee, composed of members of the campus community, serves as both an advisory board to the Campus Ministry Office and as the programming arm of the Office.
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Fr. Douglas Lucia Newman Center 386-7018 or 386-2543 frdoug@twcny.rr.com Office Hours: By appointment |
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Mother Evette Austin Grace Episcopal Church 386-7018 or 386-3714 jesus14@usadatanet.net Office Hours: Fridays 10 am- 1pm |
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Rev. Brian Drury Calvary Baptist Church 386-7018 or 386-4110 druryb@canton.edu Office Hours: Mondays 1-4:30 pm |
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Sr. Bethany Fitzgerald Newman Center 386-7018 or 386-8425 srbethany@cnymail.com Office Hours: Tues & Thurs 2-4 pm |
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Rev. Laurence Veinott New Life Presbyterian Church 386-7018 or 379-1578 or 379-0717 larry@cantonnewlife.org Office Hours: Wednesdays 1 - 3 pm |
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John Sykes First Baptist Church 386-7018 or 386-8608 sykesj@canton.edu Office Hours: Thursdays 10 am - 12 pm |
CHURCHES
Students are welcomed to services at the various churches in the area. In Canton, there are Roman Catholic and Protestant denominations, and in Potsdam and Ogdensburg there are Jewish synagogues. Also in Potsdam, there is a mosque.
If you need a ride to a church service, please call the phone number of the church or the Campus Ministries Office (386-7018). |
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Calvary Baptist Church Outer East Main Street Sunday Bible Study: 9:45 am |
St. Thomas More Newman Center 33 Court Street |
First Baptist Church 5 East Main Street Sunday School: 9:45 am |
St. Mary's Catholic Church 66 Court Street Saturday Mass: 5 pm Sunday mass at 11 am at Gunnison Chapel on SLU Campus - rides available at 10:45 am from Smith Hall - Parking Lot #1 12:15 Latin Mass in the Extraordinary Form at St. Mary's Church |
Presbyterian Church Sunday Service: 10 am
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United Methodist Church Sunday Services at 8 am & 10 am
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Grace Episcopal Church 9 East Main Street Sunday Services: 8 am, 10 am & 6 pm |
Unitarian Universalist Church Sunday Service: 10:30 am |
Seventh-Day Adventist Church Saturday School: 9:30 am
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The Mosque Friday Worship (Jumma) and
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New Life Presbyterian Church P.O. Box 307 Sunday School: 9:40 am For a ride, call 379-0717 |
Beth-El Congregation |
Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints |
First Congregational Church Sunday Service: 10 am |
United Church of Madrid Sunday Service: 11 am |
Christian Fellowship Center Sunday Service: 10:30 am - 12:15 pm |
SPIRITUAL LIFE CLUBS
Campus Christian Ministries
Weekly prayer and Bible study groups. Focus on being disciples of Jesus and also making others disciples of Him.
***Advisor: Colin Mackey (386-7003)
Cross Campus
Worship and socialize with students who share the Christian faith.
Recent activities: Life-changing Bible studies, dinner, and movies, weekend retreats.
***Advisor: Rev. Brian Drury (386-4110)
Gospel Choir
Harmonize in joyful noise. Join others as you bring to life an essential part of African-American culture. Perform gospel music with roots in the spirituals dating back to the days of slavery, carrying messages of escape and freedom that still resonate in the world today.
Recent activities: Christmas/Spring performances, community church performances, MLK celebration.
***See Diversity Office, CC 225 (386-7128)
Inter-Varsity Christian Fellowship
Strengthen your spiritual life and support others through fellowship, Bible study and prayer. Contribute to the spiritual development of the College community through education and activities.
Recent activities: Weekly Bible study, gathering with St. Lawrence University IVCF.
***Advisor: TBD
Newman Club
Created to provide fun, faith-filled environment rooted in the Catholic faith that is open to all members of the College community. Engages in activities that nurture & support spiritual growth and promote an alive Christian community.
Activities include: Retreats, weekly scripture prayer and faith sharing, dinners, speakers, Blessing of Animals, fall & spring clean-up days in the community, Flowers for Friends in local nursing homes.
***Advisor: Sr. Bethany Fitzgerald (386-8425)
VOLUNTEER SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
Adopt a Neighbor
Become a friend to local Canton residents living at home.
Contact Sr. Bethany Fitzgerald (386-7018 / 386-8425)
Free Will Dinners
Help serve and/or clean up for weekly dinners at the Methodist Church.
Contact Carlton Doane (386-4281)
Fall/Spring Clean-Up
Assist local elderly in preparing for Fall/Spring - also work in playgrounds and parks.
Contact Sr. Bethany Fitzgerald (386-7018 / 386-8425)
Campus Ministry Office
Miller Campus Center 221
Meditation Room
Campus Center Room 223
315-386-7018
