Spiritual and Religious Life
The Office of Spiritual and Religious Life educates and models exploration and expressions of faith and spirituality; nurtures a welcoming, supportive, courageous environment where people engage one another for meaningful and balanced living.
The Esch Hurvis Center for Spiritual and Religious Life is a welcoming place for curious, intentional, respectful engagement with persons of similar, different or no religious tradition, and for quiet personal reflection and spiritual practice.
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The Landscape
Ready for the weekend on Wednesday?
Take advantage of Lawrence's commitment to the whole person and become part of a spiritual community of practice to develop skills for a lifetime.
MONDAYS at 6:00 pm. in the Esch Hurvis Center for Spiritual and Religious Life
TUESDAYS at 4:30 pm. in the Esch Hurvis Center for Spiritual and Religious Life
TUESDAYS at 5:00 meet at the back door or the Community room (Kitchen)
Esch Hurvis Center for Spiritual and Religious Life
TUESDAYS at 5:00 - 7:00 Esch Hurvis Center for Spiritual and Religious Life
THURSDAYS at 12:30 pm in the Multipurpose Room in the Wellness Center
Spaces for spiritual reflection and observance
Create a sustainable plan for spiritual growth. Use the workbook for Sustainable Spirituality on your own time then make an appointment with one of the staff in the center to support your growth.
Find a special place on campus where you can follow your spiritual practice and make it your own.
Taking time at the Center for Spiritual and Religious Life 
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If you have an appointment, please bring your own mask. Follow the pledge.
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Make an appointment for a confidential conversation with one of the deans.
The Food Pantry
The Community Pantry is now open in its new location in Memorial Hall. The pantry is located on the first floor of Memorial Hall, but the west door (by the Wellness Center) and across from Room 100. Until further notice, the pantry will be open from noon to 9pm.
Welcome Week
Look for the staff of the Office of Spiritual and Religious Life throughout the week at various places and events on campus, or drop in on us at the Esch Hurvis Center for Spiritual and Religious Life to explore the space, meet the staff, or just relax on a quiet couch. Check out below our more formalized plans for the week.
Connect here if you'd like to know more about what is available for everyone.
Request an Appointment
Associate Dean Terra Winston-Sage
Helpful LU Resources
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incense in a white and blue china bowl surrounded by candles
three students huddled together at a buffet table preparing their plates
students and a staff member working with plants
Four students gather around a picnic table at a retreat.
A woman with her hands folded near her ears speaks with two students dressed, both dressed in navy blue
two students, one long haired and one with short hair, look closely at a plant
Pause
We know that schedules and programs don't always coincide with your need to pause for a moment. We share here a few videos and links that invite you to pause and engage your spirit. . We hope you enjoy these selections from our staff and and other areas around Lawrence.
Connection and Gratitude
Seeds | Dirt | Water | Sun | Care
Tai Chi at The Center for Spiritual & Religious Life
Our Library
Reaching toward new discoveries and exploring courageously, books within our library allow the users of the center to explore the meaning and expression of spirituality through many lenses. Search by tags that correspond to an alphabet of spirituality, or surf the collection by typing ‘your library’ in the search box and allow yourself a glimpse of the poetry, sacred texts, spiritual literature, and spiritually insightful narratives. Complete the checkout card, leave it in the bin provided, and you can borrow for 30 days (or more if the book really speaks to you).