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7Produced by the Directorate of Media & Corporate Affairs, Covenant University, Km. 10 Idiroko Road, Canaanland, .M.B 1023, Ota, Ogun State, Nigeria Tel: +234-1-4542070. Website: www.covenantuniversity.edu.ng6the chaplaincy. This is a weekly Bible Study programme designed to help students have an in-depth knowledge of the word of God. The topics are chosen to meet the immediate spiritual needs of students to enhance their spiritual understanding and growth. (f)   Foundation Class         To help establish new converts in the faith Foundation classes are organised on campus to teach new believers fundamental Christian principles, get them filled with the Holy Ghost and baptised by immersion.(g)  Monthly Leaders' All Night Prayer Meetings.Student leaders (Council members, Chapel Stewards, Floor Chaplains, Cell leaders; Wing, Floor, and Departmental Representatives) are expected to attend an end of the month all night prayer meeting. This is to get them prepared, spiritually, for the beginning of a new month.(h)   Early Morning and Evening Devotions             There is early morning devotion that takes place in each of the Halls of Residence. This is a 45 minutes devotion programme organized by each Floor between the hours of 5:00 and 5:45am, and the Evening 8ovenant University is a Christian Mission CUniversity. Our approach to spiritual development is purely based on principles and practices drawn from the Holy Bible. This forms the bedrock of our existence as a University and defines every aspect of our operations and context. The Christian ethos underguards our activities and conducts at all times and every student of Covenant University is expected to exhibit character traits and dispositions of a Jesus-centered heritage. The Jesus - factor approach to all issues is non-negotiable and central in the pursuit of our mandate in raising a new generation of leaders. To this end, therefore, students COVENANT UNIVERSITY CHAPLAINCY WELCOMES YOU TO HEBRONIntroductionCovenant Universitywill be committed to maintaining a high level of spirituality and act in such a manner that will facilitate their spiritual growth.Spiritual development, to us, is a major force for the evolvement of the Total Man, as mental excellence and understanding are generated through the vital force in man, which are the Spirit of God and the Spirit of Intelligence. As a University sponsored by a Christian Mission, character formation is considered a spiritual issue that is instilled by self-discipline and commitment to the principles enunciated by our Lord Jesus C h r i s t .  C o v e n a n t  U n i v e r s i t y  p r o v i d e s opportunities for spiritual development through various avenues, including spiritual formation programmes and counseling, and also by creating leadership opportunities. Any student who needs spiritual, academic and emotional help should feel free to visit the Chaplaincy.2 3To maximize your stay here at Hebron, the following information will help you as you move to the next phase in your academic pursuit:A high standard of personal discipline and integrity is expected of every student. Covenant University regards all kinds of un-ethical, immoral, dishonest or destructive behaviour, as well as violations of University regulations, as serious offences. It is the responsibility of each student to know these regulations. All the spiritual development programmes and administration are handled by the Chaplaincy, headed by the University Chaplain. The Chaplaincy's mission is to generate spiritual programmes, designed to achieve the vision and mission of Covenant University. The spiritual life of students is enhanced through pastoral care services, counseling, spiritual development, chapel programmes, workshops and conventions, group studies and community outreaches.The Chaplaincy oversees the spiritual platform where faculty, staff, students and the entire community come together for worship, spiritual nurturing and education. The Chancellor, Dr. David Oyedepo, Covenant University's spiritual leader, directs the overall spiritual development of the students. The following services are provided by the Chaplaincy unit:Counseling ServicesThe Chaplaincy runs counseling services for students in order to build a well developed live that will engendered the fulfillment of live goals. Students should freely visit the Chaplaincy over all issues that require attention, including health challenges, family crises, bad habits, 4 5outreaches present unique opportunities to love people who are hurting in our community. Through these outreaches, students are encouraged to use their gifts, talents and time for those in need, thereby impacting the community. The community outreach, though voluntary, is an essential part of the lifestyle that is being promoted within the University. Week of Spiritual Emphasis At the beginning of every session, there shall be a week of Spiritual Emphasis, during which students are exposed to the new creation fundamentals to  deepen their spirituality. (e)   Cell FellowshipCell fellowship, also called Foundation For Fortune (FFF), takes place every Wednesday as arranged by and spiritual problems, among others.Spiritual DevelopmentThe objectives of spiritual development of the students are:(i)   To develop and implement faith-building programmes that  encourage s tudents  to          mature in wisdom and character, and motivate them to develop into leaders who will be ambassadors of Christ.(ii)  To see our graduates have a transformational impact on culture and society.These objectives are realized by:  Promoting students' organized leadership developing programmes.  Involving students in community development initiatives.   Encouraging group seminars and discussions on relevant topics.  Encouraging young ministers' f o r u m ,  w h e r e s t u d e n t s  w i t h evidence of God’s call  upon their lives learn how to maintain a balance b e t w e e n  t h e i r academic pursuits and ministerial expressions.C o m m u n i t y Outreaches T h e c o m m u n i t y 

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