Campus Ministries: Building Faith at BU

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Bluefield University Campus Ministries plays a pivotal role in shaping the spiritual lives of students.

Key figures in that process are Mason West, director of Campus Ministries, and Abigail Bradley, student leader for Bluefield University Student Ministries (BUSM). Both work together to create a vibrant, faith-centered community on campus. West, whose primary role is to help students connect with God, spoke about the importance of building meaningful relationships with students and engaging with them in daily spiritual practices.

“My role is to help kids connect with God,” West said. “One way I encourage that is by having students connect with my associates and attend chapel daily.”

According to West, these daily gatherings provide spiritual nourishment while fostering a sense of belonging among students. Bradley contributes by organizing and facilitating events that bring the community together.

“I help with getting things ready,” Bradley said. “One way to get involved in ministries is by attending events around Bluefield University and being there for others.”

Bradley’s efforts ensure that students have ample opportunities to engage in fellowship to support one another, reinforcing the sense of community that Campus Ministries strives to build. Together, she and West strive to create a thriving campus ministry built on both structured spiritual guidance and spontaneous acts of community. Their combined approach — encouraging daily chapel attendance and active participation in university events — creates an environment where students are invited to explore and deepen their faith.

By fostering connections and providing consistent opportunities for spiritual engagement, Campus Ministries at Bluefield University continues to nurture a community where faith and fellowship go hand in hand.