Midshipmen Activities
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Christian Fellowship Club
(CFC):
The Christian Fellowship Club provides Protestant midshipmen
at the Academy with spiritual and social guidance. Meetings
are held every Monday night at 1945 in the Yocum Sailing
Center and usually consist of music followed by a message
and prayer session. Everyone is welcome and encouraged
to participate. Activities include retreats, Bible studies,
voluntary service projects, and outings to New York City area college-age Ministry events..
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Newman Club (Catholic Midshipman
Club):
The Newman Club is the Academy's spiritual and social
club for Catholic midshipmen. Masses are held on Monday
at 2000 in the lower chapel followed by a period of
fellowship in the midshipmen lounge. Activities include
trips to New York City, volunteering
at local parishes, and retreats.
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Mariners' Chorus:
The Mariners Chorus is a select group of midshipmen
and faculty staff, who
perform at various Academy and non-Academy functions.
Practice is held weekly and the music covers a variety of
genres. Yearly performances for the chorus include performing
in the Academy's "Beat Retreat" with the Regimental
Band, and Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Baccalaureate
services. Off-campus trips have taken the chorus to
perform for local groups at various events. No
prior choir experience is needed, all are encouraged
to come and sing with us!
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Chapel Choir:
The Chapel choir is a small group of midshipmen who
sing or play various instruments during Sunday services
in conjunction with the organist. Practices are held
weekly and all are welcome to come.
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Activities:
Every year the Chapel sponsors general events such as Chapel exchange visits with other service Academies, cultural and recreational outings and service projects., ice cream parties as well as many other
varied events to suit everyone. The use of the midshipman
lounge, where television/vcr, games, books, or the piano
may be utilized, is also provided on a daily basis.
We encourage all Midshipmen to utilize our terrific facilities
to their benefit and enjoyment.
- Chapel Activities
- Christian Fellowship Club
- Campus Crusade for Christ
- Newman Club (Catholic Midshipman Club)
- Latter-Day Saint worship and club
- Knights of Columbus
- Jewish Worship
- Navigators Bible Study
- Prayer Meetings
- Chaplain Availability
- Weddings, Funerals, Memorial Services, Counseling
- Choirs, Praise Band and instrumental opportunities
- Chapel access
- Volunteer work: Homeless Shelter, Nursing homes, Building projects, school tutoring and support, clothing drive and Religious Education
- Social fun: Retreats; outings to Radio City Music Hall, Broadway plays and
Museums; and BBQs.
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