Union Christian College chapel provides spiritual care and support to the college community for its holistic development. The college caters to the spiritual requirements of the community through the following ventures.
The college chapel is an integral part of UCC life. It is envisaged as a place for reflection and prayer. Every working day in Union Christian College starts with morning worship at 9.10 am. The daily chapel service includes an ecumenical worship with a relevant message to inspire the community. The service is open to all, but attendance is not obligatory. During the study term, a united evening worship is held in the chapel every Sunday at 6.15 pm.Teachers and students take initiative for the conduct of these services.
The order of service can be downloaded here. [download id=”6790″]
The Union Christian College Choir is an integral part of the College, comprising of both students and teachers, aiding in the spiritual life of the college community, by witnessing Christ through the medium of music. The College Choir ensures its active participation of leading the religious community through the hymns of the Morning Worship, on regular working days, and its members assist in the conduct of the Common United Evening Worship on Sundays. Besides, the College Choir hosts several musical evenings, outreach programmes and worship services for the College and the neighbouring community. Audition for the choir is done every year, primarily as a run up to the annual Christmas Carol Service, which constitutes the key highlight of the choir’s activities.
Every academic year, the UC College hostel inmates participate in a comprehensive Bible study program organised by the ICF of the college, designed to foster spiritual growth, community, and personal development catering mainly to Christian Students. This initiative is conducted across both the girls’ and boys’ hostels.
Program Structure
The program consists of:
– Bi-monthly Bible study classes in each hostel
– Inaugural session: An initiation of bible study session coupled with talent showcase based on biblical themes bringing together all hostelers
– Monthly Bible sessions led by retired teachers and present staff of UC College
– Conclusion session: A feedback and evaluation gathering to improve future programs
Leadership and Guidance
The Bible study lessons are carefully prepared by Rev. Thomas John, Former Manager, ensuring a deep and meaningful exploration of scripture. The sessions are led by experienced retired teachers and present staff of UC College, providing guidance and support to the students.
Objectives and Impact
This program aims to:
– Nurture spiritual growth and development among hostelers
– Foster a sense of community and unity
– Encourage personal reflection, prayer, and service
By providing a supportive environment for spiritual exploration, the UC College Hostel Bible Study Program has a profound impact on the lives of its participants.
The Student Christian Fellowship (SCF) at Union Christian College is a dynamic and inclusive spiritual community committed to nurturing ecumenical values, leadership, and social responsibility among students. Functioning under the global framework of the Student Christian Movement (SCM), SCF reflects a spirit of fellowship that embraces students from all walks of life fostering an environment of unity, dialogue, and mutual growth.
Weekly gatherings are held every Friday at 1:00 PM in the College Chapel, featuring worship sessions, singing, scripture-based reflections, and discussions on contemporary spiritual, ethical, and social issues. These sessions are led by a vibrant team of student leaders, faculty advisors, and guest speakers, encouraging active participation and critical engagement. SCF also collaborates closely with various college departments and initiatives such as the Centre for Personality and Spiritual Development (CPSD) to promote the holistic formation of students.
In addition to regular meetings, SCF organizes spiritual retreats, leadership camps, and workshops aimed at deepening personal faith and enhancing community leadership skills. It also actively engages in a variety of outreach programs, including collection drives for homeless shelters, support initiatives for marginalized communities, and awareness campaigns aligned with global movements such as SCM’s “Thursdays in Black,” advocating against violence and injustice.
Through its diverse range of activities, SCF seeks to inspire students to integrate faith with action, cultivate compassion, uphold social justice, and develop as thoughtful, responsible leaders in a pluralistic world.
The ICF of the college organises Vacation Bible School (VBS) every year in the month of April. This is organised in association with neighbouring churches from the four participating denominations and the Settlement School. Children of ages 3 to 17 years come together to joyfully participate in the VBS programme. College students participate as volunteers under the guidance of teachers. This annual activity serves to bring together the families of teaching and non teaching staff of the college and the community into a shared experience of fellowship and friendship. VBS gives college students an extraordinary opportunity to engage meaningfully with the younger generation and gain valuable insights into their own spiritual journey.
The CSI Congregation is a fellowship dedicated to enriching the spiritual lives of students at the college. This fellowship includes students, teaching staff, and non-teaching staff as its active members. The inauguration of the congregation’s activities for the year 2024-25 was held on November 4th, 2024, at the College Chapel with Rev. Sr. Lissy Snehalatha as the chief guest.
The congregation organizes regular meetings, which includes Bible devotionals and discussions, games and other activities led by students.
An annual retreat was conducted on March 1st, 2025, with the theme of “Transformation” and was facilitated by the India Youth for Christ team based in Thiruvananthapuram.
Members of the congregation are actively involved in various college activities, including the Student Christian Fellowship, the College Choir, and a range of both spiritual and non-spiritual activities.