The Christian Association
Progressive, Inclusive, Welcoming
The Christian Association at the University of Pennsylvania (CA) is a community of hospitality, service and advocacy, and faith exploration. We strive to live out the Gospel message -- to bring God’s love to Penn students (both undergraduate and graduate students), faculty, staff and neighbors. We welcome every person into our doors regardless of religious affiliation, orientation, socioeconomic status, ethnicity, race or gender.
Weekly Gatherings
Join us on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 for dinner and discussion.
Our Open House dinner will be on Sept. 6!
Fall 2023
| Slanguage | Thursdays at 8:30am and 1:30pm via Zoom |
| Wednesday Night Community Gathering | Wednesdays at 6:30pm beginning Sept. 6 |
| Grad Student Book Group | TBD |
Recent & Upcoming Events
Communities
Slanguage
An ongoing program to teach English to non-native speakers here on campus. Participants seek to improve their English reading and speaking skills.
Dana How Scholars
The CA offers Penn students the opportunity to enter into meaningful relationships with West Philly high school students enrolled with Penn’s Upward Bound program.
Queer Christian Fellowship
A space for the LGBTQ community and allies to discuss the intersection of their faith and sexuality.
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