Yale University Chaplain's Office

At its very best, a university community is a place of academic and cosmic discovery where time is spent in worthy and imposing intellectual pursuits. It is also true that such a community can foster deep spiritual exploration, growth, and engagement. For many it marks the beginning of an awesome search for ultimate meaning. This may take form either in fellowship with others, or individually, in prayerful contemplation. It is more than likely to be a little of both. In whatever way this time is embodied, it is part of an extraordinary lifelong journey. The staff of the Chaplain’s Office endeavors to nurture each aspect of this personal journey by supporting and inspiring students through dialogue, service, and education.

We are not human beings

having a spiritual experience.

We are spiritual beings

having a human experience

-Pierre Teilhard de Chardin

10 Things the Yale Chaplain’s Office Offers

The Yale University Community

confidential conversation with a chaplain about anything (religious or not)
interfaith community service opportunities
a cozy place to study - open til 11:00 pm Sunday-Thursday
free ice cream, no strings attached
support through life’s ups and downs
connections to 30+ religious organizations at Yale - we’ll help you find a spiritual home here
study breaks mmmmm chocolate fountains and pancakes
conversations about integrating faith into your academic life or work -maybe you don’t have to check it at the door
resources about many faith traditions- be an informed neighbor
a place to bring your questions about faith and life