Religious and Spiritual Life | Ohio Northern University

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Be Spiritually Fed

At ONU, we believe in developing your spirit as well as your mind. We have an active religious life both on and off campus for worship, fellowship, outreach and serving others. These organizations include Habitat for Humanity, Northern Christian Fellowship, Gospel Ensemble, Chapel Band, the Jewish Union and ONU Catholic to name a few. ONU has been associated with the United Methodist Church since 1899, a tradition that we're very proud of. As part of our commitment to our tradition, we invite all faculty, students and staff to join us for Spiritual Hour each Thursday at 11 a.m. for Chapel Worship or other events to help feed your spirit and refresh you.

Chapel Services

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Spiritual Hour takes place on Thursday mornings at 11 a.m. in the English Chapel/Burgett. In addition to great speakers and inspiring worship, we also start serving lunch at 10:45 a.m., and it is available until noon.

Religious and Spiritual Life Student Organizations

Brothers in Christ	Brothers in Christ is a nondenominational Christian men group that seeks unity, service, fellowship, and a closer relationship with God while serving the community and campus.
Chi Alpha	The mission of Chi Alpha is to grow everyone's relationship with God. We do that by serving others, going into the community to help spread the word, and making conversation with others who may not have a relationship with God. This organization is aimed to be helpful to everyone while also being fun and making new friends and meeting new people.
Christian Pharmacists Fellowship International	Christian Pharmacists Fellowship International (CPFI) is a worldwide, interdenominational ministry of individuals working in all areas of pharmaceutical service and practice. We welcome all Christian pharmacy majors – if you are someone who has a lot of interest in the world of pharmacy, then CPFI is for you. CPFI hosts multiple speakers each semester, who share their pharmacy experiences in order to promote growth in members as Christians, pharmacists and people.
Fellowship of Christian Athletes	You will have the chance to talk to other students (both athletes and non-athletes) about the joys and challenges of living life as a Christian.
Gospel Ensemble	The Gospel Ensemble sings primarily contemporary gospel music, and much of it is sung a cappella. There is no academic credit granted for participation. The primary purpose of the Ensemble is to spread the word of God through song. Their motto is "Winning souls to Christ with a melody!"
Habitat for Humanity	Our mission is to eliminate substandard housing worldwide by building decent, inexpensive, adequate homes for families who need them.
Jewish Union	Jewish Union (JU) is an organization made up of people who are interested in Judaism and Jewish life on campus. Students, faculty, and staff are invited to join in on special occasions such as Yom Kippur, Rosh Hashanah Hanukkah, Sukkot, Purim, Passover Seder, and Holocaust Remembrance Day. Jewish Union also meets regularly for social events, and to carpool to the local synagogue in Lima.
Kappa Phi	Kappa Phi was born to unite young college women in a common purpose of strengthening their lives so that in everyday living they will be able to stand true to Christian principles. Belief in Jesus Christ as the Son of God and perfect example for the children of God is the basic concept for which the club stands.
Muslim Student Association	Promotes unity and inter-religious dialogue and understanding.
Northern Christian Fellowship	We are a body of passionate followers of Jesus Christ. Our goal is to create opportunities for people in all places of their journey toward a Christ-like life to grow and to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ to all those who have not heard it. We believe that everything starts with love, and we strive to show Christ's love in all that we do. We use small groups, discipleship pairs and a large-group meeting (Thursday nights at 9 p.m.) to help people grow closer to God so that they, in turn, will go spread the good news.
ONU Catholic	A student-run organization built on Catholic Christian ideals designed to serve the University community through religious, social, service and educational activities.
Polar Buddies	Integrates college students and Ada elementary students in a mentorship program. (formerly known as Ada Friends)
Technology Team	Provides audio and visual support for Chapel programs. Members of the team rotate through various jobs, such as soundboard, presentation and camera operation.

Weddings at ONU

Weddings at ONU

Are you an ONU faculty, staff, alumni, or current student? Have fond memories of ONU? The English Chapel is a wonderful place for your nuptial celebration.

If you have questions, please contact the Office of the Chaplain at d-roehrle@onu.edu or 419-772-2200.

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Area Places of Worship

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
350 W. North Street (OH 81)
Ada, Ohio

Weekly Meeting Times
Sunday School: 9 a.m.
Sunday Worship: 10:15 a.m.

Contact Information
Phone: 419-634-8041
Email: fbcadaohio@gmail.com

LIBERTY BAPTIST
2955 Hardin Co Rd 20
Ada, Ohio 45810

Weekly Meeting Times
Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.
Sunday Morning Service: 10:30 a.m.
Sunday Evening Service: 6 p.m.

Contact Information
Phone: 419-634-0486
Email: pastor@libertybaptistada.com
Website: www.libertybaptistada.com

COUNTY LINE CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN
4227 N. Hardin Rd.

Weekly Meeting Times
Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.
Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. & 7 p.m.

Contact Information
Phone: 419-649-5364
Email: clcob_5364@watchtv.net
Website: http://countylinecob.com/

CHURCH OF CHRIST (DISCIPLES)
316 S. Main Street
Ada, Ohio

Weekly Meeting Times
Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.
Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

BETHEL CHURCH OF CHRIST
4014 Hancock Co Rd 304 (Old US 30)

Weekly Meeting Times
Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.
Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. (traditional) and 10:45 a.m. (contemporary)

Contact Information
Phone: 419-326-8552
Email: brandon.mayden@yahoo.com

CROSSROADS CHURCH OF GOD
775 S. Thayer Road
Lima, Ohio 45806

Weekly Meeting Times
Sunday Worship: 9:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.

Contact Information
Phone: 419-229-4074
Website: http://limacrossroads.org/

TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH
128 W. Hardin Street
Findlay, Ohio 45840

Weekly Meeting Times
Sunday School: 11 a.m.
Sunday Holy Eucharist
- spoken 8:30 a.m.
- with music 9:30 a.m.

Contact Information
Phone: 419-422-3214
Email: Trinfin@att.net
Website: www.findlayepiscopal.org

ISLAMIC CENTER OF GREATER TOLEDO
25877 Scheider Road
Perrysburg, OH

Contact Information
Phone: 419-874-3500
Email: info@icgt.org
Website: www.icgt.org

TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL-SHAARE ZEDEK
2105 Lakewood Ave at Glenwood Ave
Lima, Ohio

Weekly Meeting Times
Friday Service: 8 p.m.

Contact Information
Phone: 419-223-9616
Website: www.templebethisraelshaarezedek.org

ST. MARK LUTHERAN CHURCH
125 S. Johnson Street
Ada, Ohio

Weekly Meeting Times
Sunday Worship: 9 a.m.

Contact Information
Phone: 419-634-8956
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ada.St.Mark.Lutheran.Church/

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH
Dola, Ohio

Weekly Meeting Times
Sunday School: 9 a.m.
Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

Contact Information
Phone: 419-759-2833

EBENEZER MENNONITE CHURCH
8905 Columbus Grove Road
Bluffton, Ohio

Weekly Meeting Times
Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.
Sunday Worship: 8:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Contact Information
Phone: 419-358-8588

FIRST MENNONITE CHURCH
101 S. Jackson Street
Bluffton, Ohio

Weekly Meeting Times
Christian Education: 9:15 a.m.
Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Contact Information
Phone: 419-358-5766

SHARON MENNONITE CHURCH
3170 Cremean Road
Elida, Ohio

Weekly Meeting Times
Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.
Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Contact Information
Phone: 419-339-3856

ST. STEPHEN THE FIRST MARTYR ORTHODOX CHURCH
3560 Shawnee Road
Lima, Ohio 45806

Weekly Meeting Times
Vespers: Saturday 6 p.m.
Divine Liturgies: Sunday 9:30 a.m.
Major Feast Day Liturgies: 9:30 a.m.

Contact Information:
Father Joshua Coolman, Parish Priest
Phone: 419-303-1952
joshua.coolman@gmail.com

ADA FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
(EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH)
201 S. Main St.
Corner of Main St & Lincoln Ave
Ada, Ohio

Weekly Meeting Times
Sunday School: 9 a.m.
Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Contact Information
Phone: 419-634-5661
Email: patrick@adafirstpres.org
Website: www.adafirstpres.org

BLUFFTON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
112 N. Main St.
PO Box 149
Bluffton, Ohio 45817

Weekly Meeting Times
Sunday School, children through adults: 9 a.m.
Sunday Worship: 10:15 a.m.

Contact Information
Phone: 419-358-5806
Email: church@blufftonpc.org

OUR LADY OF LOURDES ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
300 E. Highland Ave (church)
222 E. Highland Ave (rectory/office)
Ada, Ohio

Masses
Mass: Saturday at 5:30 p.m., Sunday at 11 a.m.
Weekday Mass at OLL: 9 a.m.

Contact Information
Phone: 419-634-2626
Email: Office@LourdesAda.org (office)
Website: https://lourdesada.org

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
301 N. Main St.
Corner of Main St. and Highland Ave.
Ada, Ohio

Weekly Meeting Times
Sunday School: 9 a.m.
Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

Contact Information
Phone: 419-634-4626
Email: info@adaumc.org
Website: http://adaumc.org

SUGAR GROVE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
4945 SR 81
Ada, Ohio

Weekly Meeting Times
Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.
Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Contact Information
Phone: 419-634-6303
Email: sugargroveumc@gmail.com

GRACE GOSPEL CHURCH
Grace Gospel Church
321 N. Gilbert Street
Ada, Ohio

Weekly Meeting Times
Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.
Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Contact Information
Phone: 419-634-2554
Email: ctboedicker@gmail.com
Website: https://www.facebook.com/adagracegospelchurch/

UNION CHAPEL MISSIONARY CHURCH
4869 Ada Road (OH 81) at Thayer Road
Lima, Ohio

Weekly Meeting Times
Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.
Sunday Worship: 8:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.

Contact Information
Phone: 419-221-1234
Email: ucmc@unionchapel-limaohio.com
Website: https://www.ucmc.us/

ALGER ASSEMBLY OF GOD
7050 St. Rt. 235
Alger, Ohio 45812

Sunday Mornings
Discipleship Classes: 9:30 a.m.
Worship Service: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Evenings
Adult Bible Study: 6 p.m.
Girls Ministries: 6 p.m.
Boys Ministries: 6 p.m.

Contact Information
Phone: 419-757-4501
Email: mka6300@gmail.com
Website: www.algerag.com

ADA FAMILY CENTER
111 Central Avenue
Ada, Ohio 45810

Weekly Meeting Times
Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.
Sunday Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Contact Information
Phone: 419-235-7307
Email: lionofj7@hotmail.com
Website: https://www.facebook.com/AdaFamilyCenter/

Spiritual Health campus

The English Chapel

After Hill Memorial, there is no more recognizable structure on campus than the English Chapel. The epicenter for spirituality on campus for generations, the Chapel is, well, sacred.

114 English Chapel
525 South Main Street
Ada, Ohio 45810

419-772-2200
religiousandspirituallife@onu.edu

Office is located in Burgett Wing

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