Student's Voice
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Why do you come to UCO?
"The reason why I come is that I am able to grow more in the Spirit by fellowship and teachings."
- Dan Svacha, EMU, Recent Grad
"I come for the environment of prayer; to learn, love, and live Christ in the midst of a supportive community."
- Chris, LSA, Senior
"It's important to surround yourself with strong Christians who will build you up - you really need the support. UCO offers that."
- Katie Darnell, Nursing
"I come because Jesus Christ is present in UCO's members, meetings and teachings. UCO provides opportunities to experience Jesus in my life and grow in my relationship with Him."
- Chris Diroff, UM, Senior
"I love the freedom in the worship. I also enjoy getting to know brothers and sisters in Christ who are from different backgrounds than myself."
-Rachel Ogar, UM, Senior
How has UCO affected you or your perspective?
"There are good Christians out there! You're not alone in your spiritual journey."
- Katie Darnell, Nursing
"I've seen the holiness of the people there, and been encouraged to strengthen my own relationship with Jesus."
- Ben, Engineering, Senior
"UCO has taught me to live as a disciple of Christ. The rich wisdom and support it offers have greatly aided me in owning my faith and becoming an instrument of God's love."
- Chris Diroff, UM, Senior
"Through UCO, I have met the most wonderful people. This is a group in which the members dare to go past the superficial and challenge each other to continue in a deeper relationship with the Lord. I also enjoy the fact that we have overcome our differences for the sake of building the Kingdom - that is such a treasure!
- Rachel Ogar, UM, Senior
How have the friendships you formed in UCO been beneficial?
"Friends in UCO have encouraged me in living my faith, provided examples of Christian character, and exhorted me to a more ardent pursuit of my faith."
- Chris, LSA, Senior
"They are my spiritual accountability buddies, and I know if I'm starting to head down a slippery path one of them will be there to pick me up and point me in the right direction."
- Katie Darnell, Nursing
"UCO is the perfect combination of spirituality, social time, Christian living, friendship, and support. I've found when giving those few hours 2-3 times a week completely to God he blesses and multiplies all my time, making my U of M career even better."
- Kathleen Wright, Music & Education, Senior
"The friends I have met at UCO have supported me by their prayers, inspired me by their example, and encouraged me by their love. I see Christ in them. They have called me onward and upward and have helped me grow as a man of God."
- Chris Diroff, UM, Senior
"By the encouragement of my sisters in UCO, I have learned so much about myself and my Christian walk. They are very outgoing and take initiative to meet up with you. This is the best thing about the friendships I have made through UCO - they are genuine. These aren't just people who are being nice to make themselves look good, they actually want to know you!"
- Rachel Ogar, UM, Senior
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