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Discipleship & Campus Ministry at Union

The Journey Mentor Program

The Journey Program at Union aims to provide a grace-infused discipleship program for students by fostering a redemptive community through relational discipleship and mentoring. The ultimate goal of the Journey Program is to fulfill Union University's mission of developing Christ-centered students who will positively impact their communities and beyond.

The Journey Program includes two key areas: Journey Mentors and Journey Groups.

What are Journey Mentors?
Launching Fall '25

Journey mentors offer a visible presence across campus, focusing on building relationships with students through casual conversations and more in-depth encounters. They are select faculty, staff, and community members committed to providing care for students who seek to grow in their walk with Christ, have shared life experiences, or have a specific circumstance that causes them to need care.

Types of Mentors:

  1. Redemptive — Walking with students who have specific needs during a specific time.
    • Students with judicial/discipline issues
    • Students with life and/or family issues
    • Students with unique needs and struggles
  2. Pro-Active — Walking with students who share common areas of interest.
    • Students with similar involvement/experience. (Greek Life, Majors, Athletics, churches)
    • Students with similar callings (Faith in the Marketplace and Ministry calling)
    • Students with similar backgrounds (MK's/Int. Students, First-Gen, Family Life)

What are Journey Groups?
Launching Spring '26

Journey groups are student-led discipleship groups that meet to live out the Christian life together. The goal for each group is to foster what matters most in life: entering into life with God and others by engaging Scripture, prayer, accountability, support, spiritual growth, encouragement, and friendship. Our hope with these groups is that students throughout Union's campus will realize the incredible opportunity to grow in our relationship with Christ by reading the Word together.

For questions, please email Fran Thomas at fthomas@uu.edu