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The Chaplaincy
Service
studentwellbeing@lincoln.ac.uk
01522 886400
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Contents:
Welcome………………………………………………….Page 3
About the Chaplaincy Service…..……………Page 4
Christian Community………………………………Page 7
Ecumenical Communion Service…………….Page 7
Ecumenical Christian Meditation…………….Page 7
Christian Union……………………………………….Page 8
Catholic Community……………………………….Page 9
Lincoln Chinese Christian Fellowship…….Page 10
Islamic Society……………………………………..Page 11
Prayer Rooms……………………………………….Page 11
Hindu Group………………………………………….Page 12
Get involved…………………………………….…….Page 13
Provision at Witham House……………………Page 15
Contact Details………………………….……………Page 16
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Welcome
Coming to University can be a very important
time in your spiritual life. For some, coming to
University is an exciting step that helps you
own your faith personally; for others, being
separated from your faith community at home
may be a very daunting prospect.
The Chaplain is here to support you, no matter
what your background or faith and will support
you in your journey of faith, your practice of
your own faith, or your exploration of faith. You
can come and pray, meditate or talk things
over with the Chaplain, regardless of your
religion.
The Chaplain has strong connections with the
local community and its communities of faith,
and can advise on local places of worship,
student faith societies, and how your faith
interacts with your academic life.
The service provides a multicultural and
supportive environment, so whoever you are
and wherever you are from, you will always be
welcome.
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About the Chaplaincy Service
Who is the Chaplain?
The Chaplaincy has one chaplain operating on
campus, who is responsible for the Chaplaincy
and its affairs. The Chaplain also manages and
supports all the external Chaplains and Faith
Advisors who have a connection to the
University.
The University Chaplain is Subash Chellaiah. He
is there for all Christian denominations and all
faiths and can offer support to any student
enrolled at the University. Subash is available
on campus Monday to Thursday and his office is
located in the Student Wellbeing Centre.
Subash is also responsible for the designated
Chaplaincy spaces at Witham house.
Where is the Chaplain based?
The Chaplain is located in the Student
Wellbeing Centre. This is located between the
Shed Pub and the University Health Centre.
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Witham House
Witham House is a friendly and relaxing place
where The Chaplaincy Service hosts many
social activities during term time.
This space, located next to the Sports Centre
on the Brayford Campus incorporates an
interfaith library as well as a multi-faith
prayer/meeting space for students.
Personal Support
The Chaplaincy Service offers confidential,
personal support to anyone dealing with
concerns, uncertainties or ethical dilemmas. We
also have a commitment to offer you support
whatever your beliefs and can help you find
other appropriate support where needed.
Opportunities to explore spirituality, faith
and belief
We encourage understanding and respect for
differences between people of all faiths, and
offer opportunities to explore the dynamic
relationship between faith and academic life.
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Religious advice and information
We help to provide space and time for worship
and reflection within the University, including
Muslim prayers, Christian services and quiet
times. We can also provide information about
student religious groups within the University
and can help find a contact or a place to
worship in the city.
This booklet provides information on all the
services which are offered to students on
campus.
Local Churches and places of worship
If you would like to know more about local
churches and places of worship, please contact
the Student Wellbeing Centre who will be happy
to assist you and can provide you with a ‘Places
of Worship Directory.’
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Christian Community
The Ecumenical Christian Chaplain is Subash
Chellaiah and he is here to support students of
the University in a variety of different ways. He
is happy to chat about anything that concerns
you and to help you explore the Christian faith,
develop your faith or connect with student
Christian communities and local churches. The
Ecumenical Chaplain has a wide experience of
Christian churches.
Ecumenical Communion Service
Ecumenical Communion Services for Christians
are held on campus on the first Wednesday of
every month in Witham House (WH0003). This
is open to any student enrolled at the
University. Each month will follow a different
liturgy of Anglican, Methodist, Baptist, URC,
and Free Church. A free light lunch is provided
after the service.
Ecumenical Christian Meditation
Helen Townsend, Assistant Roman Catholic
Chaplain, runs the Ecumenical Christian
Meditation Group on campus for people of all
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faiths and none. It is held every Friday during
term time. Please see page 16 for the contact
details.
Get connected
www.facebook.com/UoLChaplaincy
Christian Union
The main aim of the Christian Union (CU) is to
inform students about the gospel whilst also
explaining that Christianity is not an oppressive
religion. The society also looks to help members
strengthen themselves and be part of a
community of Christianity within the University.
The CU also holds many society and social
events throughout the year.
The Christian Union meets weekly and is
student led. If you would like to get involved, or
want to know more about Christianity or about
the Christian Union, please email
info@lincolncu.co.uk.
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Catholic Community
The University of Lincoln Catholic Chaplaincy is
a community for Catholic students at the
University, although everyone is
welcome. There is Catholic Mass on campus
every month during term time. Please contact
the Chaplain for dates and venue of the
services.
Catholic Chaplains
Catholic Chaplain Fr John Kyne, of the Roman
Catholic Nottingham Diocese together with
Helen Townsend, Assistant Catholic Chaplain
are available for pastoral support for Catholic
students. Fr John also offers Catholic Mass on
campus every month.
Catholic chaplains
Please see page 16 for the contact details of
our Catholic chaplains
Lincoln Catholic Students' Group
The Lincoln Catholic Students Group is a
Facebook page for students to share
information and to find out about Catholic
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Chaplaincy events. This term the Catholic
Chaplaincy is hoping to start a CathSoc which
will enable students to arrange events on
Campus to share hospitality and faith
together.
Get connected
https://www.facebook.com/groups/LincolnCat
holicStudents/
Lincoln Chinese Christian Fellowship
(LCCF)
The LCCF was established by the Chinese
Christian Society to help Cantonese and
Mandarin speaking students from Hong Kong,
China, Malaysia and Singapore. They are
supported by a Baptist Church in Lincoln,
supervised by Pastor Siu Wah and Nancy Ng.
The weekly Bible studies and fellowships can be
conducted in Mandarin, Cantonese and English.
The LCCF is also able to provide language
support to students to help them adjust to a
new environment and culture.
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chinesefellowship@lincolnsu.com
The Students’ Union Islamic Society
The Islamic Society (Isoc) represents the
spiritual and social needs of Muslim students at
the University. Isoc provides support for
followers of Islam amongst the student body,
ensuring their needs are catered for. The
society is also keen to encourage awareness
and understanding of the Islamic faith.
They offer a range of activities and events to
their members. For more information and to
join the society please contact the Islamic
society at Islamic@lincolsu.com.
Prayer rooms
Details of all prayer spaces at the University
can be found on page 15.
Jummah Prayer
Friday congregation prayer is held on campus
every Friday during term time. Outside term
time please join the local community at
Grandstand Community Centre for Jummah
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prayer. Please contact Islamic society for
venue and further details.
Hindu group
The Hindu group at the University of Lincoln is
a group for students to share information and
to find out about Hindu students events. There
is a Hindu meditation group which is run by
Hindu students. Please contact us so that we
can put you in touch with the group leader to
join the group.
You can also join their Facebook group at
https://www.facebook.com/groups/59746905
3668430/?fref=ts
Hindu Meditation
The Hindu Meditation is held every week on
Thursday between 5- 5.30 pm at WH0003
(Witham House).
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Get involved
Cathedral Roof Tour
Visiting Lincoln Cathedral is a great experience
that can only be made better with the help of
guide. The Chaplain arranges Cathedral roof
guided tours during term time. Please contact
our Chaplain for further information.
Come and Meet Each Other (Cameo)
Cameo is a friendly place where wives of
international students or scholars can meet
others, ask questions, practice their English,
enjoy activities and bring their children. The
group runs every other Thursday during termtime, 1-2.30 pm, at WH0018 (Witham House)
and free refreshments are provided.
Trips
Look out for posters about trips to cities such
as York and Sheffield. Most of the trips are free
but you will have to pay any entry fees and
personal expenses. Only limited spaces will be
available so please contact our Chaplain for
further details.
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Volunteering Opportunities
The Chaplaincy works with the Students’ Unions
Volunteering Team to engage in local, national
and international opportunities. If you would
like to make a difference to someone’s life,
volunteering is wonderful way to give back.
Coffee and Chat
You can come in anytime for chat with our
Chaplain. If the Chaplain is available then he
will be happy to welcome you and chat with
you.
Volunteering Opportunities
The Chaplaincy regularly organise lectures and
discussion groups on a range of current affairs
and moral issues. These sessions offer a chance
to express and develop your own opinions, as
well as being a forum for interfaith discussion
and the exchange of ideas.
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Provision at Witham House
Christian
The prayer room is located in the WH0004
Witham house, next to the sports centre.
Muslim
Brothers in WH0005
Sisters in WH0006
All Faith and None
WH0016 and WH0017
The quiet room and interfaith library can be
used by students of any faith for personal
reflection, meditation, contemplation and yoga.
Interfaith Library
WH0017 at Witham house is available for
relaxation during your break times.
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Contact Details
General Enquiries
E: studentwellbeing@lincoln.ac.uk
P: +44 (0) 1522 886400
Ecumenical Chaplain (Anglican, Methodist,
Baptist, URC and Free Churches), & other
Faith and none
Subash Chellaiah - University Chaplain
schellaiah@lincoln.ac.uk
T: 01522 886079