Christian Reformed Campus Ministry - Northern British Columbia

Christian Reformed Campus Ministry - Northern British Columbia is a Canadian nonprofit organization and registered charity (Business Registration Number: 807694559RR0001) focused on spiritual support and ministry at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) in Prince George, British Columbia. The ministry operates as an extension of the Christian Reformed Church’s campus outreach programs, serving students, faculty, and staff.

Mission and Vision

The ministry is driven by the conviction that Jesus Christ is actively reconciling all things and that believers are called to participate in this redemptive work. Its mission is to embody God's love and visibly express Jesus Christ’s presence within the UNBC community. It aims to integrate academic learning with faithfulness to Christ as an expression of wholehearted devotion to God.

The vision of the Christian Reformed Campus Ministry - Northern BC is to serve as ambassadors of Christ, promoting the whole gospel across the university campus. It encourages holistic and healthy spiritual growth for all members of the UNBC community.

Goals and Activities

Key goals of the ministry include:

• Celebrating God’s creative and renewing grace within higher education.
• Facilitating relationships with Jesus Christ through fellowship among students, faculty, and staff.
• Creating safe, welcoming spaces for spiritual exploration, worship, and community.

The ministry offers spiritual care, Bible study, worship services, and fellowship events. These activities aim to support the spiritual wellbeing of the entire university community, fostering an environment where individuals from diverse faith backgrounds are welcomed and appreciated.

Community Impact

Christian Reformed Campus Ministry - Northern BC serves as a hub for Christian engagement on campus, providing safe spaces for dialogue, prayer, and mutual encouragement. It seeks to equip individuals for lives of service and to celebrate the diversity found within God's creation. The ministry is committed to nurturing everyday spirituality that honors both academic inquiry and faith.

As a registered charity, it complies with Canada Revenue Agency requirements and facilitates donations to support its work, providing timely tax receipts and efficient fundraising capabilities.

Leadership and Affiliation

The campus ministry is affiliated with the broader network of Christian Reformed churches and ministries operating throughout British Columbia. Campus chaplains and ministry leaders, such as those appointed at UNBC, guide its programs and outreach activities, fostering connections between faith and campus life.

This ministry exemplifies a dedicated effort to integrate Christian faith with the academic and social life of a Canadian university campus, emphasizing reconciliation, community, and spiritual growth.