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Community Life Committee

The YDS Community Life Committee (CLC) seeks to provide opportunities for fellowship, spiritual and intellectual growth, rest, celebration, and relaxation for the YDS Community. The Community Life Committee (CLC) is a Standing Committee of the General Faculty of the Divinity School comprised of faculty members, administrators, and student representatives. The CLC allocates funding to student groups, is responsible for the annual Back-to-School Cook-out, the Christmas Party, Spring Fling, the All School Conference, RECESS, Fatted Cafés, Coffee Hour, and more!

Faculty members and administrators are appointed by the Dean, with one serving as co-chair. The other co-chair is held jointly by the student co-coordinators. Other students serving on the Committee include four elected members of the student body: a first-year student, a Master of Divinity student, a Master of Arts in Religion student, and an at-large member. The Student Council President may also serve on the CLC.

 

CLC Leadership for 2007-2008                                           

 

Co-Chairs	Dale Peterson, Dean of Students Brandon Johnson , Coordinator Caroline Levy , Coordinator
Faculty Members	Teresa Berger Adela Collins (Spring) Willis Jenkins Thomas Ogletree (Fall)

 

Student Organizations

Baptists Student Fellowship
Contact: Reginald Bachus
The Baptist Student Fellowship is the denominational group serving all YDS students of the Baptist of Free Church heritage. The goal of the group is to increase on-campus fellowship between students, act as support for free church style worship services in Marquand Chapel, and serve as a liaison between local Baptist churches and clergy and YDS.

Black Seminarians
Presidents: Christopher McKee, Myra McNeil
Black Seminarians is an interfaith student organization. Our mission is to foster the love of God through service and support of YDS. The organization also seeks to develop and maintain a community committed to a sound theological education that includes a relationship to the black experience. Activities have included the Fall Revival, the Martin Luther King Day Worship Service, the Angel Tree Project at Christmas, and the Parks-King Lecture in the spring. As an integral part of the YDS Community, the Black Seminarians remain committed to diversity among both students and faculty.

Catholic Student Group
Coordinators: Ricky Klee, Kelly Rich
This is an open and welcoming group that seeks to examine and foster adult Catholic faith and current church issues through community discussions, regular weekly celebration of the Mass, fellowship, and food.

The Coalition (Gay, Lesbian, Straight, Bisexual, and Transgendered)
Coordinators: Erik Graham-Smith, Scott Larson
The Gay, Lesbian, Straight, Bisexual and Transgendered Coalition is a fellowship of Yale Divinity School students, faculty and staff of all sexual orientations dedicated to the full and equal participation of homosexual, bisexual and transgendered people in church and society. We are committed to care for one another, to seek justice for those have been oppressed, and to work for the full inclusion of all people in a family of God. We provide materials on GLBT issues and information to members of the community dealing with related topics. In addition to on-going discussion groups, the Coalition sponsors lectures, panels, worship services, and other educational, social and cultural events.

Evangelical Fellowship
Coordinators: Elisa Berry, Lindsay Cleveland
The Evangelical Fellowship (EF) is an ecumenical group of students committed to creedal orthodoxy, the trustworthiness of Scripture, the central importance of a vital relationship with Christ, and the call to share the gospel with all people.  We aim to support divinity students who share these commitments through their seminary experience by sponsoring programs aimed at spiritual and intellectual growth.  We desire to critically engage both the academy and our own traditions to glean what is best from each.  The Evangelical Fellowship sponsors small groups for Bible study and prayer, opportunities to worship, discussions, speakers, and social events.

FADS
Coordinator: Bethany Davidson
Fans and Athletes at Divinity School, FADS, is the organization at YDS that promotes fellowship through athletics. We seek to support students in intramural sports in order to enrich life at YDS. The groups involved in FADS include, but are not limited to, the God squad softball team and the Paracleats soccer team.

Lutheran Student Organization
Coordinators: Kim Bauser, Javen Swanson
Through worship, lunch meetings, barbecues, and informal gatherings, the Lutheran Student Organization provides fellowship for all students interested in the Lutheran tradition. Students plan Tuesday evening Vespers in St. Luke's Chapel and morning services in Marquand. The LSO also sponsors guest speakers and discussion forums for issues pertinent to the YDS community.

Methodist Society
Coordinator: Vicki I
The Methodist Society is a network of YDS students, alumni, and colleagues who share in the Methodist tradition in its many diverse manifestations. We welcome all who identify with the Wesleyan heritage, as well as new seekers searching for a circle of friends in faith. The Methodist Society provides a forum for mutual upbuilding, spiritual formation, doctrinal and polity concerns, and contact with local Methodist clergy. The Methodist Society meets regularly during the week for morning prayer and reflection and weekly for lunch in the refectory. Once a month we gather in the evening for food and fun and special programs. Furthermore, the Methodist Society leads YDS worship services, and plans to organize group service projects, retreats, and other faith based activities.

Outings Club
Coordinator: Zack Dresser
The Outings Club integrates spirituality with outdoor experiences. We offer day and overnight trips, as well as an extended wilderness trip each year. Outings Club excursions emphasize community, spirituality, and appreciation of God's natural creation. We learn about the local and regional landscape and developing new skills through participation to broaden our educational experiences. Under the blue sky, on the trail, beside the campfire, or down the river, the YDS Outings Club provides opportunities for fellowship, challenge, leadership, stimulation, and perspective beyond the classroom.

Presbyterian and Reformed Student Group
Coordinators: Amalie Ash, Adele Crawford
This group provides support, fellowship, and worship for all Presbyterian and Reformed students. Weekly meetings are held on Tuesdays at 12:30 in the Refectory for lunchtime discussion.

United Church of Christ/Disciples of Christ Student Fellowship
Coordinators: Ian Skoggard, Meghan Young
This group gathers for fellowship over luncheon meetings, dinner socials, worship planning, and day retreats for all UCC, Disciples of Christ, and Congregational students.

Women's Center
Coordinator: Katey Zeh
The Women's Center promotes reflection and action by, for and among women. Women at YDS are scholars, pastors, mentors, servants, teachers, sisters, administrators, and mothers--and this organization is by, for, and among all of us. Women's Center programs include a journal of art/prose/poetry from YDS women, speakers, Fatted Cafes, Chapel Services, and Home Churches. The Women's Center is an integral part of the YDS community, composed of and for women from a variety of cultures and religious traditions. The Women's Center continually looks for ways to support and connect with women of Yale and New Haven to inform, serve, and equip for global leadership.

YDKA (Yale Divinity Korean Association)
Coordinators: Grace Han, Yeon Soo Lee
Korean, Korean-American, and East-Asian students are provided with a place for fellowship, and sharing of an ethnic bond and common faith. Although the group is organized by and for students with East Asian heritage, YDKA welcomes all of the YDS community. Frequent meetings include East Asian-style dinners, an academic forum for discussion, and guest lectures.

Yale Committee for Social Justice
Contacts: Christopher Doucot, Rahiel Tesfamariam
The Yale Committee for Social Justice (YCSJ) provides opportunities for members of the Yale Divinity School community to integrate social justice concerns into their work and ministries.  Throughout the school year, YCSJ hosts a number of discussions, forums, and lectures that address a variety of peace and justice issues, including such topics as violence/conflict in our world, hunger and homelessness, economic justice, and more. The group also coordinates periodic service activities such as the CROP WALK and work on Habitat for Humanity homes.