THE MICHIGAN DAILY NEW STUDENT EDITION ANN ARBOR THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 1994 r Page 9E Religion Far away from home, students still keep up the faith . Religious faith is evident throughout Ann Arbor. HOmELESS Continued from page 3E homeless people face a contradiction when looking for work. Michael explained, "You can't get a job without an address. You can't get into a place without money. And you can't get money without a job." Estimating the number of homeless people in Ann Arbor is an almost impossible task, Stephenson said. There is no single definition of homelessness and no single way of counting the numbers. Stephenson said the Shelter Association housed 850 people last year. "Looking around at the figures of homeless people around the state - Holland has 125 beds. I've heard people say people come to Ann Arbor because we treat them better, but I don't think that's true. There are shelters in Detroit with 250 beds," Stephenson said. Local homeless activists in the Homeless Action Committee work to create more affordable housing than what the community currently offers at places like ArborHaven and Prospect Place in Ypsilanti. By MICHELLE LEE THOMPSON Daily Staff Reporter With all the different types of people in Ann Arbor, it is no surprise that so many religions are practiced here. How many religions? A lot. University students profess many different faiths - everything from Buddhism to Judaism, Catholicism to Wiccanism. Although many of the lesser-known faiths have smaller memberships, they are out there and want to be heard "There are so many people engaged in religious stuff on this campus," said Michael Brooks, director of Hillel, a Jewish organization. Hillel sponsors 25 other groups, many of which are not religiously affiliated. St. Mary's Student Parish is one of the larger churches on campus, located on the corner of East William and Thomp- son Street, and is a Roman Catholic parish. Like other churches, St. Mary's has timed many of its services around student lifestyles and schedules. There are four different services held each Sunday, and other services during the weekdays. Approximately 3,000 students attend mass every Sunday. First United Methodist Church of Ann Arbor, located on the corner of State Street and Huron, is home to the Wesley Foundation, which brings together United Methodist col- lege-aged students and friends. The scope of Wesley's activities is broad, ranging from an electronic mail group to Spring Break mission trips, midnight Ash Wednesday ser- vices to Bible studies. Many religious student groups are not affiliated with a particular church, but are organized by students. Campus Crusade for Christ and Intervarsity Christian Fellowship are two such groups. Students also organize small Bible study groups. Joe Cox, an LSA sophomore and memberofInterVarsity, said that the group's focus is outreach. "Anybody who is Christian is welcome." Cox said many students have pre- conceived notions about Christianity, and that InterVarsity seeks to dispel the myths. "We're just normal people too, who have devoted our lives to Christ." Hillel, located on Hill Street, is a Jewish organization which plans activities for Jewish students and hosts such speakers as Dr. Jack Kevorkian and Jewish historians. It is the second-largest programming organization on campus providing programs for an average 1,500 students each week. Many of Hillel's activities are campus-wide, not pertaining to just Jewish students. "Hillel provides three different flavors of religious ser- vices - reform, orthodox and conservative - and the full gamut of Jewish holidays and celebrations," Brooks said. Also, Hillel offers 12-15 non-credit classes each week for students who want to learn more about Jewish culture and life. According to Hillel surveys, Jewish students make up about 18 percent of the student population. Many orthodox Jews keep kosher during Passover, but some orthodox Jews do so all through the year. Hillel is connected to the University's Entrde network and provides F Y IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR AN EXCITING CAREER AND MONEY FOR COLLEGE, GiVE AIR FORCE ROTC A TRY. College costs have never been known to go down. But efforts to pay for your education can get a big boost with Air Force ROTC. In fact, you may be eligible to compete for a full scholarship that will pay full col- lege tuition, textbooks, fees and $100 each academic month. That's just one of the benefits available to those who Aim High. You'll also combine the lessons of leadership with your college degree to begin an outstanding career. From the day you join the Air Force, the advantages continue to multiply. Upon graduation, you'll wear the gold bars of an Air Force officer - and you'll discover the prestige and respect given to proven leaders. And the kind of opportunities available to no other graduate will be open to you. It's your future, your scholarship, your decision. Choose Air Force ROTC today. Call Capt. Kenneth Nelson at (313)747-4093 meals six nights a week during the school year. On Friday nights, the organization serves about 80 students for the Jewish Sabbath. During the holy month of Ramadan in Islam, an alternate meal plan is offered by the University. Muslim Students Association, formerly known as Islamic Circle, hosts a dinner event during this holy time. Many groups, including the Muslim Students Associa- tion, bring together members and descendants of cultures, many of which are affiliated with a certain religion. Other such groups include Japan Student Association and the Caribbean Peoples' Association. .I . s Leadership Excellence Starts Here A- ~ ®'s elhi CAMPUS MINISTRY a Redeemer Lutheran Church -Campus Church- 1360 Pauline Boulevard A PLACE FOR YOU TO WORSHIP WITH YOUR FAMILY IN CHRIST St. Paul's Lutheran Church Canterbury House EPISCOPAL STUDENT FOUNDATION The Episcopal Church at U ofM Sundays: Holy Eucharist-S p.m. Worship, Study, Discussion 9 WORSHIP eLEARN "GROW "SERVE 420 West Liberty Ann Arbor Sundays: (Transportation 10:30 A.M. Worship Provided, Call 662-0663) 518 E.Washington St., The Rev. Virginia Peacock Ann Arbor 665-0606 Wednesdays: 9:00 P.M. Bible Study, Michigan Union Robert Hoepner, Campus Pastor FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CAMPUS MINISTRY 1432 Washtenaw between Hill and South University UNIVERSITY SUNDAY, SEPT. 18 Sunday Worship, 9:30 & 11:00 BRUNCH AT 12 NOON (Students are Free) CAMPUS WORSHIP SERVICE Thursdays 5:30-6:15, Dinner Following FAITH EXPLORATION BIBLE STUDY Sundays 10:00-10:50 a.m., Coffee and Bagels served at 9:45 social activities, retreats, spring break work trips, service projects, counseling... Call Rev. Amy M. Heinrich, 662-4466 Sunday Services at 8:1 Adult Bible Classes 5&10:45 am at 9:30 am Xeitati on Courses Buaniist Stua Group Student xeetings ?u6Ctc Services on Sunag Retreats and Special Programs Yfoga Classes Welcome to U of M! Looking for a church home or watchcare while in Ann Arbor? You're welcome to join us for worship in the African-American tradition at a Ann Arbor Retornn Al Complete Educational 4irst nc~ati#onaI Qfltnrd New Beginnings Free Methodist Church 625 N. Main, Ann Arbor (Ann Arbor Community Center) Sunday Service 11am Church Fellowship Dinners Every 3rd Sunday Weekly Bible Studies Program 1717 Broadway (near N. Campus) 665-0105 Nursery Care mailable at all Services 608 E.WILLIAM - 662-1679 Corner of State St. REV. TERRY N. SMITH Senior Minister DOROTHY LENZ Assistant Minister Worship Service and Church School 10:30am Communion in Douglas Chapel 10:00am For transportation call 677-6044 Rev. Jeffery D. Harrold, Pastor Sunday: Traditional Service- 9 a.m. Contemporary Service- 11:15 a.m. Evening Service- 6 p.m. U "You don't have to lose your mind or your heritage to be a Christian." . J) TRINITY EVANGELICAL , y I