The University Fellowship at UVA
Who we are
The University Fellowship (TUF) is the official Episcopal campus ministry for undergraduates at the University of Virginia. While deeply rooted within the Christian tradition, we are an open-minded and open-hearted group of students exploring the big questions of life and having lots of fun doing so. We gather for prayer, community service, and spiritual growth. We welcome everyone—no exceptions!
Worship
Worship is at the heart of what we do and who we are. We gather at regular times throughout the week to sing, pray, reflect, and share communion. Student-oriented services range from contemplative evening prayer on Sundays at 7:30 p.m. (preceded by dinner at 6:30) to our more festive Wednesday intergenerational service at 5:30 p.m. (followed by an all-parish community dinner). Students are also fully incorporated into the broader worship life of St. Paul’s, and regularly take on leadership roles, such as officiating and preaching for our weekday services and assisting with communion on Sunday mornings.
grow
Grow in the knowledge and love of God and deepen your faith, all within an open and inquiring environment. We host weekly small group gatherings, like Conversations on Faith and Life, to explore the “big questions” of life, faith, and belief and the connections between academic learning and how we live our lives in the world. We have regular book discussions, bible studies, and special events with guest speakers from St. Paul’s, UVA, and the wider community.
connect
Meet friends, deepen relationships, and have fun together. We organize regular fellowship events and activities, such as hiking trips, spring cookouts, movie/game nights, and weekend retreats. Students also regularly gather informally in our cozy study room at St. Paul’s (always stocked with free snacks and beverages) and relax between classes in our outdoor courtyard.
serve
Engage in meaningful service and contribute to our local community. We give students the means and opportunity to love and serve our neighbors and promote the common good. Students have led volunteer service projects to clean up our waterways and rivers, cook meals at the local shelter, assist in a nearby community garden, contribute to Habitat for Humanity, and more.
The Episcopal Church leadership Scholarship
The Episcopal Church Leadership Scholarship is a scholarship that St. Paul’s Memorial Church administers on behalf of the University of Virginia. The purpose of the scholarship is to educate students for life and leadership within the Episcopal Church. This scholarship is for undergraduate and graduate students who demonstrate a high level of commitment to, and involvement with, the Episcopal Church. For more information, contact the Rev. Dr. Peter Kang (peter.kang@spmcuva.org or 434-295-2156).
meet our chaplain
The Rev. Dr. Peter Kang oversees the Episcopal Campus Ministry for UVA students. He is a Virginia native and “triple hoo” with a BA, MA, and Ph.D. in Religious Studies from UVA. He has served in ministry for over a decade in different contexts, from prison chaplaincy to multicultural ministry development. He is available to meet with students for conversation, counseling, and spiritual support. To schedule a time with him to talk, grab coffee, or have lunch, contact him at peter.kang@spmcuva.org or 434-295-2156.
More information
For more information about The University Fellowship, please contact Student Leader MaeEllen Megginson (rup6jf@virginia.edu) or our Associate Rector for University Ministry, the Rev. Dr. Peter Kang (peter.kang@spmcuva.org or 434-295-2156).
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