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Infinitely Capableand Divinely Whole
Grounded in the teachings of Christian Science, Principia College welcomes students from all faith
backgrounds who are eager to grow spiritually, not just intellectually.
We strive to express God’s unconditional love for everyone and see each individual as the
unlimited image and likeness of God. We value prayer, individual spiritual growth, and compassionate,
selfless service to one another. We nurture the love of good—in thought and action—and encourage
everyone on campus to embrace their own spirituality.
We see Christ Jesus as a role model, inspiring us towards lives of service and healing.
Although Principia is not affiliated with the Church of Christ, Scientist, the practice of
Christian Science is the cornerstone of campus life.
Office of Spiritual Life
The Office of Spiritual Life (OSL) at Principia College strives to support and nurture the spiritual development of every student.
We do this by nurturing the formation of strong communities of faith; providing opportunities for individual spiritual practice and growth that resonate across faith traditions; helping students learn interfaith skills that they might respect one another as well as go deeper in their own faith and spirituality; exploring how spirituality contributes towards healing for oneself and the world; and fostering engagement with Christian Science.
Our close-knit, multifaith community sparks deep connections where students, faculty, staff, and coaches support one another's spiritual growth and deepen their connection to God and prayer—finding spiritual tools that can help anyone navigate whatever life throws their way.
Our spiritually grounded environment provides many opportunities for students to grow spiritually. We hope everyone can find their spiritual home here.
Portraits in Faith: Seeing the Other
Exhibition | On view through December 1
For more than 20 years, Daniel Epstein has photographed people across faiths and cultures and asked about their spiritual journeys. Now those portraits and stories come to Principia, inviting our multi-faith community to see one another more clearly and discover there is no “other.”
Interfaith Peacebuilding Conference
Coming Fall 2027
Every movement for peace began somewhere small: a conversation across a table, a friendship across a faith line, a campus that decided to listen.
This fall 2027 conference will bring together students, educators, religious leaders, and peacebuilders for:
- Dialogue
- Hands-on workshops
- Creative collaboration
- Shared reflection
Watch for details, coming soon!
OSL Offerings
- Faith in Action
- Support to Student “Metaphysical Heads"
- Interfaith Fellows & Interfaith Dinners
- Interfaith Panels
- Launching a new Interfaith Peacebuilding Conference fall 2027
- Spiritual Retreats and Travel (Bible study retreats, Boston and the Birthplace of CS, as well as others)
- Pre-orientation Bridging the Gap retreat
- Spiritual Life Center at Cox Cottage
- Christian Science practitioners
- Christian Science nursing
- Chaplaincy and pastoral care
- Bible studies
- Podcast: “Light of the World”
Christian Science Organization
You came here to grow — spiritually, intellectually, and personally. The Christian Science Organization (CSO) at Principia fuels all three. Reputedly the largest CSO in the world and entirely student-led, it's a thriving community built on shared values, genuine connection, and a deep love of Christian Science. Whether you're diving deeper into your faith or just finding your footing, this is your space to explore, grow, and belong.
Program Offerings:
- Sunday morning services
- Weekly Sunday evening sing
- CS Lectures
- Weekly Wednesday Testimony Meetings