Stefanie Wheat-Johnson, Arts & Faith Chaplain, Spiritual Life

The opportunity to lead Faith and Arts chapels for our Baylor University undergrads has become a highlight of my week every semester. Weekly engagement in conversation with students about how to shape spiritual practices has grounded me as I pursue a seminary education and tend to my pastoral work. It has been a delight to cultivate conversation with these young creatives and accompany them as we ask deep questions about how faith intertwines with art. It reminds me of my "why" and has sharpened my own sense of purpose as an artist and person called to ministry in this academic setting. Sharing worship and making space for these students is an act of care and hospitality that reflects the deeper values of our institution well, and it is a joy and privilege to participate in it! If you are part of the Baylor faculty or staff, I wholeheartedly recommend taking a chance to guide a chapel that lights you up. It has been beautiful to see growth, connection, and sparks of community fly among these young scholars.