Religious Organizations

BUDDHIST VALUE CREATION SOCIETY:
(January, 2004) Through dialogue and concrete action, we will support the courage of non-violence and world peace. Our actions will be in an effort to create heart-to-heart bonds among people through bridging links amid people’s cultures, religions, ages, nationalities, sexualities, and gender. We are a student group based on Nichiren Buddhism and seek to share the humanistic principle of Nichiren Buddhism and the movement of the Soka Gakkai International. This is not an encounter group. This is also not an organization looking to convert others; we see no value in asserting either. There is value in many religions and philosophies; we do, however, with to communicate the unique and empowering values of Nichiren Buddhism. BSFPTD is a gathering of students who work to develop their life force in order to make fundamental changes in their lives and inspire change in the lives of others (friends, family and the community) while working for larger social justice and world peace causes. We meet for discussion meetings in order to develop our understanding of Nichiren Buddhism, life, and inspire and encourage contributory life styles for our entire lives. Thus, we are interested in applying theoretical concepts to our daily lives – we do not scapegoat transforming our lives by only intellectually understanding Buddhism and university studies; we desire to practice what we preach and build lives that are based on continuously challenging of ourselves.

CAMPUS CRUSADE FOR CHRIST:
(November, 1969) Campus Crusade for Christ is an interdenominational ministry committed to helping take the gospel of Jesus Christ to all nations. We cooperate with millions of Christians from churches to many denominations and hundreds other Christian organizations around the world to help Christians grow in their faith and share the gospel with their fellow countrymen. For over four decades Crusade has believed in college students to change the world. Since it began in 1951 at the campus of UCLA by Dr. Bill Bright, it has extended its ministry to students on every major campus in the US and to more than 172 countries around the world with a growing staff of 14,000 and 200,000 volunteers. Working together with these fellow believers, our goal is to help give every man, woman, and child tin the entire world an opportunity to find new life in Jesus Christ. Our commitment is based on our Lord’s command: “All authority has been given to me in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:18-20 (NAS). In the Fresno ministry, our mission is “to be loving ambassadors, firmly grounded in truth, actively bringing light to the darkness, to every student and faculty by transforming the campus.” Campus Crusade for Christ’s weekly meeting at Fresno State is every Wednesday Night at 7:07pm at the Residence Dinning Hall, East Side. Cru is loaded with opportunities to bring a person closer to God. It is filled with videos, music, great messages, and interaction with other students. Then, whether spontaneous or well-planned, creative social events frequently complete Thursday events. So wind up your week and kick off the weekend with students from other campuses in the Fresno area at Cru’s weekly meeting! Bring a friend and come join us at Cru.

CATHOLIC STUDENTS ASSOCIATION:
(September, 1962) Campus Ministry is a ministry of Christ’s presence through the Catholic Christian community of believers to, for, and with students, faculty and staff in the academic community. It enables each of us to live out the meaning of being the Body of Christ and of building God’s kingdom with a community that is both challenging and supportive. We are companions on our faith journey, integrating our faith with our intellectual, emotional, physical, social and spiritual life. Student Events: STUDENT MASS: Sunday 8 p.m., TUESDAY NIGHT COLLEGE BIBLE STUDY: 7-9 p.m., in the Annex, WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNERS: FREE dinner for college students, 6 p.m. in the Newman Center Cafeteria.

CLUB HOPE:
(October, 2010) To promote hope, justice and righteousness through expressions of worship and prayer on and off CSU campus. It is the intent of this organization to abide by any and all pertinent Federal, State and University regulations, club members will encourage one another through meetings and community outreach.

ES-TU-DIOS:
(October, 1992) To establish and maintain a fellowship for Catholic students on campus; to provide support for bilingual (Spanish/English speaking) students on campus; and to enrich the Catholic faith of students on campus.

FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES:
(December, 2006) To present to athletes and coaches and all whom they influence the challenge and adventure of receiving Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, serving Him in their relationships and in the fellowship of the church.

FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN STUDENTS:
(April, 1993) We are believers in Christ. Thus, we love the Lord Jesus Christ and endeavor to give Him “the first place in all things” (Col. 1:18). Our desire is to cooperate with Him for the accomplishment of God’s eternal purpose (Eph. 3:11) by ministering the unsearchable riches of Christ (Eph. 3:8) for the building up of the Body of Christ (Eph. 4:12). We warmly receive all believers in Christ and seek to maintain the oneness of the Spirit by keeping our focus on Christ. He is so rich! He is so full! He is everything to us, and we enjoy Him. The Fellowship of Christian Students is a Fresno State student organization. We hold the faith which is common to all believers. Through daily prayer, Bible reading, and Christian fellowship we are growing “in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To Him be the glory both now and unto the days of eternity. Amen” (2 Pet. 3:18).

GREEK MINISTRIES:
(May, 2011) To increase campus involvement and knowledge of Fresno's Greek community and bring fellow Greeks opportunities to grow closer together in fellowship.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT FELLOWSHIP:
(May, 2008) To establish a community for international students growing in love for God, God's Word, God's people of every ethnicity and culture, and God's purposes in the world.

INTERVARSITY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP:
(September, 1962) Is an evangelical campus mission serving more than 35,000 students and faculty on more than 560 college and university campuses nationwide. Incorporated in 1941, Intervarsity has a rich tradition of campus witness, thoughtful discipleship, and a concern for world missions. Activities we hold: Campus Groups Intervarsity offers a weekly time of fellowship and in-depth bible study. The different Campus Groups are: Baker Hall: La Soul Thursday nights @ 7 p.m. Encounter is our large group meeting on Tuesday nights. You can expect teaching from the Bible, worship, fellowship with other students, and fun.

LATTER-DAY SAINTS STUDENT ASSOCIATION:
(October, 2002) To encourage and support members of LDSSA in achieving their academic goals and maintaining a balanced life while on campus as well as encourage them to become an influence for good by participating in activities and service on campus and in the community; to provide students with meaningful service opportunities in social and religious activities that are consistent with LDSSA standards; to promote traditional moral values.

LUTHERAN CAMPUS MINISTRY:
(April, 1997) Empowered by God's spirit to create a caring, learning, worshipping, and serving community in Christ, we seek to be an active presence of the good news of God's grace within the campus community. Lutheran Campus Ministry of Fresno is a ministry of Evangelical Lutheran Church in America serving institutions of higher education in the greater Fresno area. We are committed to three major areas of ministry: ministry among Lutheran students and young adults, ministry among Lutheran faculty and staff, and ministry within the university. The goals of this ministry are to: provide a caring community designed to foster spiritual and personal growth among students, faculty and staff; be the church on the university campus as we share God's gifts of healing a wholeness; and serve as an advocate for peace and justice, and stand with those whose voices are not heard. We sponsor and support a wide variety of programs and projects throughout the university in areas such as spirituality, wellness, ethics, leadership, relationships, and community services. We offer a weekly study and discussion group, regular opportunities for workshop, retreats, and service projects. All are welcome and encouraged to attend!

MUSLIM STUDENTS ASSOCIATION:
(December, 1972) MSA Fresno is an association established by a group of Muslim students. This association provides opportunities for its members to be open-minded and well acknowledged about the surrounding environments by planning field trips, educational meetings and sessions. This association is Muslim based; however, anyone is more than welcome to get involved if interested in the Islamic culture. Every Friday at Masjid of Fresno between Magreb and Isha Prayers Official meetings are held to discuss accomplishments of previous weeks and for planning weeks to come.

NEXT EXIT:
(November, 2001) To provide students interaction with Christian principles and ideas, and a setting where they can share these ideas with other students.

TWO STUDENT MINISTRIES :
(May, 2007) To equip young adults and college age students to make the best decisions possible. We are committed to building people for a better life through connecting with our young adults and understanding that it is about a relationship with Jesus Christ, not a religion.

VINEYARD:
(January, 2008) To share the life and love of jesus in a way that is non-judgmental, but rather welcoming to all. We desire for students to encounter this "Jesus" and Christianity in a way that is fresh and relevant. It is our aim to reflect Jesus in a way that is real, person, true, loving. We believe that an encounter with this jesus will transform students to be better people, harder workers, and more apt to make a difference in the community of California State University, Fresno and in our city as a whole.