What is the purpose of Spiritual Formation?
Spiritual Formation is designed to integrate faith into students' daily lives by fostering spiritual development, challenging students to consider "Who Am I? Who Am I with others? Who Am I in the World? Who Am I in the Kingdom of God?"
Can students request an exemption from Chapel Credits?
Adjustments may be granted for work conflicts, age, parental status, or academic demands. All enrolled Campus students must complete 40 Spiritual Formation (SF) credits throughout each semester. Click on the Exemption/Reduction tab and it will take you to the form you would need to fill out to request this.
What qualifies as a "Faith In Action" Credit?
Students can earn credits through service with approved external organizations, including churches, non-profits, and other approved organizations that align with the mission and values of Crown College.
Can students earn Spiritual Formation credits through their academic courses?
Yes. Up to 15 Faith In Action Credits Academic credits may be granted for course experiences or projects that include cross-cultural and/or missions-related initiatives.
Can students earn Faith In Action Credits through athletic service?
Yes, Student leadership positions within athletics are eligible for faith in action credits.
What happens if students do not complete their Spiritual Formation Credits?
Students who fail to meet SF requirements will receive a Chapel Warning on their account which could affect their housing process in the future.
How do students submit Faith In Action hours?
Log hours here .
Can students earn all 40 credits through chapel credits?
Yes. Students may complete all 40 credits through Chapel, Life Together groups, and approved chapel-related events.
Can students earn all 40 credits through Faith In Action?
No. At least 25 of the 40 credits must be earned through Chapel credits. Faith In Action may account for up to 15 credits, but are not required to complete the program.
Does driving time count toward Faith In Action Credits?
No. Driving or travel time does not count toward Faith In Action Credits.
Do Early College (PSEO etc...) have a Spiritual Formation Point requirement?
No. Early College students do not have an SFP requirement but are welcome to attend chapel. If they do so, they do not need to scan in.
How do I document less than an hour of service?
When entering Faith in Action hours, service time should always be rounded to the nearest whole hour. Only whole numbers are accepted when documenting service hours.