DePaul Orthodox Christian Fellowship

"For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them."
Matthew 18:20

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Mission Statement

To support fellowship on campus, to experience and witness the Orthodox Christian Church through community life, prayer, service to others and study of the Faith.

About Us

OCF is a national organization made up of Orthodox Christian college students, and is the official North American campus ministry of the Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of North and Central America. OCF guides and supports fellowships on college campuses for Orthodox Christian students and others interested in Orthodoxy. We experience Orthodox Christianity through community life, prayer, service to others and study of the faith (Acts 2:42).

Our group is very diverse with members coming from a variety of ethnic and national backgrounds, all united by our common Orthodox faith.

Prayer of a Student

Christ my Lord, the Giver of light and wisdom, who opened the eyes of the blind man and transformed the fishermen into wise heralds and teachers of the gospel through the coming of the Holy Spirit, shine also in my mind the light of the grace of the Holy Spirit. Grant me discernment, understanding and wisdom in learning. Enable me to complete my assignments and to abound in every good work, for to You I give honor and glory. Amen.

Prayer Before Study

Most blessed Lord, send the grace of Your Holy Spirit on me to strengthen me that I may learn well the subject I am about to study and by it become a better person for Your glory, the comfort of my family and the benefit of Your Church and our Nation. Amen.

Prayer After Study

I thank You, Lord our God, that again on this occasion You have opened my eyes to the light of Your wisdom. You have gladdened my heart with the knowledge of truth. I entreat You, Lord, help me always to do Your will. Bless my soul and body, my words and deeds. Enable me to grow in grace, virtue and good habits, that Your name may be glorified, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, now and forever. Amen.