Randolph College has a proud history of religious and spiritual engagement and acceptance.
The College strives to be inclusive, respectful and relational.
Inspired by the College’s motto–“the life more abundant”– we value interreligious dialogue and partnerships as essential to the common good of our campus community and our increasingly interconnected, religiously diverse world.
The College does not seek to convert students to any particular tradition, but rather to support each student’s unique spiritual journey.
As a community of many religious, spiritual, and secular worldviews, Randolph College is committed to the principles of religious pluralism. Through respectful engagement we seek mutual understanding, dialogue, and cooperation among people of different faiths and commitments. Unanimity of belief is not necessary for unity, and agreement is not necessary for dialogue and participation in campus life.
By fostering a culture of mutual respect, Randolph College prepares students to engage thoughtfully and compassionately in a pluralistic global society.
The Spiritual and Religious Life division of the Randolph College Intercultural Center assists students of all faiths in developing and promoting programs nourishing spiritual life and provides opportunities for religious fellowship and outreach.
Learn more at the Intercultural Center: Spiritual and Religious Life website.
Lynchburg has a rich assortment of churches and other congregations welcoming Randolph College students into their membership as well, and many will provide transportation to Randolph College students for their services. For information about specific churches, services, and other religious life information, please contact the Intercultural Center at ic@randolphcollege.edu.
Randolph College was founded as Randolph-Macon Woman’s College in 1891 with the financial support of Virginia Methodists and remained affiliated with The United Methodist Church (UMC) until 2019, when the board voted to end the College’s formal affiliation with the church. The College is committed to supporting students from all religious and secular traditions as they explore and experience the spiritual dimensions of life.
