Christian Professionals in Massachusetts

The Christian Medical Dental Association (CMDA) at Boston University represents a unique convergence of faith, healthcare education, and community commitment within the Boston, Massachusetts medical and dental education landscape. Founded as an inclusive student organization, CMDA welcomes all students and residents from across the BU Medical Campus—including those pursuing degrees in medicine, dentistry, public health, and graduate medical sciences—to participate in its fellowship and mission-driven activities. At its core, CMDA creates intentional space for students to explore the intersection of Christian faith and healthcare practice. Through regular bible study, prayer meetings, and thoughtful discussions on healthcare ethics, the organization supports students in developing a holistic professional identity that honors both their clinical training and spiritual convictions. This distinctive approach recognizes that healthcare providers benefit from examining the values and principles that guide their work with patients and communities. CMDA's commitment extends beyond individual professional development to active community engagement. Members participate in service-learning initiatives that bring their developing medical and dental skills to underserved populations, reflecting Boston University's institutional values of social responsibility and community partnership. The organization connects students to meaningful service opportunities both within the Boston area and internationally, enabling them to apply their training in contexts of genuine need. Operating within Boston University's prestigious Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine and the broader BU Medical Campus, CMDA benefits from an environment characterized by faculty excellence, research innovation, and collaborative interdisciplinary work. The organization fosters a close-knit community among health professions students, providing peer support, professional mentorship, and shared purpose. For students seeking to integrate faith, ethics, and service into their medical and dental careers, CMDA offers a welcoming and purposeful community within Boston's vibrant medical education ecosystem.

Sojourn Collegiate Ministry represents Boston University's commitment to fostering diverse religious expressions and meaningful spiritual community among its student body. Located in Boston, Massachusetts, this student-led organization serves as a bridge connecting Christian students with faith-centered fellowship, pastoral support, and opportunities for spiritual exploration. Operating under the umbrella of Marsh Chapel & Religious Life—a department with a rich 75-year history of supporting the university's spiritual life—Sojourn embodies the progressive vision that has defined Boston University's approach to religious and spiritual matters since its founding. The ministry exists within a vibrant ecosystem of approved religious and spiritual student organizations at BU, each representing diverse faith traditions including Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, and Jainism. Sojourn specifically welcomes students seeking Christian community while respecting and celebrating the multi-faith nature of the Boston University campus. The organization provides students with access to trained campus ministers, university chaplains, and a supportive network of peers navigating spiritual questions and personal growth. As a registered student group in Boston, MA, Sojourn Collegiate Ministry operates with the full backing of Boston University's Religious Life office and Student Activities Office. The organization is committed to creating an inclusive space where students from all backgrounds feel welcomed and supported in their spiritual journeys. Through fellowship, worship, service, and community engagement, Sojourn helps Boston University students build lasting relationships grounded in faith and shared values, contributing to the holistic development of the university community.

Reformed University Fellowship at Boston University is a student organization rooted in the Presbyterian Church in America's mission to reach students for Christ and equip them for meaningful service. Operating in Boston, MA, RUF at BU creates a distinctive community where students from any background can engage authentically with God's word, explore faith questions openly, and build relationships centered on loving God and others. The organization's identity reflects three core commitments: being reformed in holding to historic Protestant Christian convictions, being for the university by serving the campus community, and being a fellowship that gathers people together across various settings. At its heart, RUF at Boston University understands community as the primary vehicle for spiritual growth and transformation. Students describe their experience with the organization as encountering God's grace through authentic fellowship with others who share their spiritual journey. The community welcomes not only Boston University students but also welcomes students from across the Boston, MA area who are seeking a place to belong, ask difficult questions, and grow in their faith together. Through weekly gatherings that include worship, Bible discussions, service projects, and social gatherings, RUF creates multiple touchpoints for students to engage at whatever level feels right for them. The organization recognizes that college years are formative, and by providing a supportive community grounded in biblical Christianity, Reformed University Fellowship at Boston University helps students develop a faith perspective that shapes their values, relationships, and future service in the world.