Interconnections
Local Affiliations
This section reviews the process and benefits for becoming affiliated as a campus ministry with a variety of other organizations. We highly recommend going through the steps to become affiliated and recognized by at least one institution because it provides your campus ministry with a network of peers and support. Usually campus groups without a strong congregational connection and campus groups without at least a part-time paid staff person struggle to maintain an annual affiliation if there is one at all.
Benefits of Affiliation
- Exchange program and organizational ideas
- Mentorship and shared leadership development
- Welcoming and visible presence
- Resource sharing, including access to funding
Challenges of Affiliation
- Annual paperwork
- Potential difficulties in developing shared projects or events
- Time required to maintain relationship with the broader community
Last updated on Friday, April 18, 2008.
