Spiritual Formation program

The spiritual formation program offers a variety of activities including courses, seminars, retreats and spiritual guidance to help students develop disciplines in prayer, worship, scripture meditation, spiritual friendships and the use of personal journals.

The purpose is to nurture awareness of God's presence and guidance in personal and communal life and in the ministry and mission experience of the student.

Spiritual retreats

Spiritual retreats are offered several times each year, focusing on different topics or different ways of praying. For information, contact Arthur Paul Boers.

Chapel Services

Tuesday and Friday, 11:45-12:15, when classes are in session.

Praying the Daily Office

A number of people from the AMBS community have formed a group to be accountable to each other for praying the Daily Office. Members will commit to praying the morning of evening Office five times per week and will meet regularly to pray together. For more information contact Arthur Paul Boers.

Evening Song and Prayer

Monthly service of singing, prayer, scripture reading and silence patterned after the Taizé community in France.

Upcoming services, Tuesdays, 9-10 p.m.:

September 26
October 24
November 21
December 19

The Pilgrim’s Way

The Pilgrim’s Way is a labyrinth in the meadow on the AMBS campus, which provides outdoor space for reflection and prayer.

Spiritual Direction

Five AMBS faculty and retired faculty members are available to provide a mentoring relationship to students for nurturing greater awareness of God’s presence. Spiritual directors meet with students for a one-hour session approximately every three weeks during the school year.