Christian Formation

Christian Formation

Christian Formation at Bryan College focuses on students’ holistic spiritual growth. Staff and faculty at Bryan walk alongside students in this process, and the Christian Formation team seeks to engage the head, hearts, and hands of students. Our hope is that as students learn about Jesus, they are passionate about their relationship with Him and live this out in their lives and communities. Christian Formation is composed of Campus Worship, Discipleship, and Outreach.

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It has been so special to be back as a staff member, and I am extremely grateful that the Lord has opened the door for this. I love getting to know students and connecting them with ministry opportunities, and it is a joy to watch them grow in their walk with the Lord.

— Hollen Hostetler

Coordinator of Community Outreach and Christian Formation  |  Literature  |  Class of 2019

Spiritual & Ministry Opportunities

Our Christian Formation team seeks to engage the head, hearts, and hands of students.

Campus Worship includes a robust Chapel program and additional worship gatherings across campus. Chapel is held Monday, Wednesday, and every other Friday in Rudd Auditorium. Guest speakers and musical artists come from around the world to lead our community in study, song, and prayer. Student leaders organize additional worship gatherings in both contemporary and traditional musical styles. Through these events, students are invited to lift their voices and open God’s Word in praise together. 

Discipleship at Bryan College includes both Chapel Breakouts and Discipleship Groups. Chapel Breakouts allow students to dialogue with a guest lecturer about the nuanced issues modern-day believers face. Through Discipleship Groups, students can take the next step in their spiritual walk with the accountability of others. There are a variety of groups on campus that meet weekly to delve into God’s Word. Studies are selected by leaders and range from Christian literature to topical to exegetical.

Outreach at Bryan College takes what students are learning in Campus Worship and Discipleship and seeks to practically apply it through service projects and mission opportunities. Local outreach includes Serve Rhea, Fall and Spring Service Day, PALS, and Community Tutoring, while Break for Change and Acts Project provide stateside and international mission trips. In the Outreach area, we seek to equip students with habits of service that they will take with them after graduation, leading to a lifetime of service in their families, churches, and communities.

PALS is a mentorship program that matches a Bryan student with a kid in the community. It is for ages 5-18 and includes homework help, playing games, and providing opportunities for kids to flourish. It is a unique opportunity for community kids to spend some time on a college campus with a college student. Special events are sometimes held, including girl’s and guy’s nights, All PALS events, and a PALS Field Day in the spring.

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featured events

November 2, 2026   |   10:00 am

Scriptorium with The Corner Room

Bryan College will welcome The Corner Room for a special Scriptorium during chapel on Monday, November 2. Through Scripture set…

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October 7, 2026   |   10:00 am

Corporate Worship – Arbour Season

Join us for Corporate Worship with Arbour Season as we gather together to worship through music, song, and reflection.

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October 5, 2026   |   10:00 am

Chapel with Yuri Hollingsworth Operation Christmas Child

Join us for chapel as we learn more about Operation Christmas Child and how we can be part of sharing…

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September 28, 2026   |   10:00 am

Scriptorium with Jim Woychuk

Join us for Scriptorium, where students gather to memorize and recite Scripture while celebrating the power and beauty of God’s…

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September 25, 2026   |   10:00 am

Chapel with Nick Pacurari

Join us for chapel as Dr. Nick Pacurari, Vice President of Student Services and Enrollment Management, shares with students and…

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September 21, 2026   |   10:00 am

Chapel with Dr. Mann

We invite you to join us for chapel with President Dr. Doug Mann as he speaks to students and campus…

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September 11, 2026   |   10:00 am

Chapel – 9/11 Memorial with Dr. Dustin Turner

Join us for a special 9/11 Memorial Chapel with Dr. Dustin Turner. Together, we’ll take time to remember September 11…

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October 2, 2026   |   10:00 am

Alumni Chapel -TN State Representative, Greg Martin ’85

Start your Homecoming celebration at the Bryan College Alumni Chapel. Worship alongside students, alumni, faculty, and friends as the Bryan…

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April 17, 2026   |   10:00 am

Chapel – Alex Staup

Chapel will feature Alex Staup sharing a message with our campus community. We’re grateful for the opportunity to learn and…

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November 9, 2026   |   10:00 am

Chapel – Jeremy Deal

Chapel will feature Jeremy Deal sharing a message with our campus community. We’re grateful for the opportunity to learn and grow…

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Chapel & Christian Formation Events

Resources

  • Master Plan of Evangelism — Dr. Robert E. Coleman
  • Helping without Hurting — Steve Corbett and Brian Fikkert
  • When Helping Hurts — Steve Corbett and Brian Fikkert
  • Foundations — Robert and Kandi Gallaty 
  • Precept Ministries Inductive Bible Studies
  • The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry — John Mark Comer
  • Knowing Faith with J.T. English, Jen Wilkin, and Kyle Worley
  • Verity with Phylicia Masonheimer
  • The Rule of Life with John Mark Comer

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