Faith and Community Service

All Upper School students meet three times a week and begin with scripture readings and prayer. Speakers talk on a variety of issues focused on growth, faith, community, and brotherhood. Outside ministers are brought in monthly to talk about issues of faith and spiritual growth as well.

The purpose of FCA is “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.” At McCallie, at all grade levels of the high school, groups meet regularly for fellowship and discussion every Wednesday morning at 8:00 a.m.

The Missionary Committee was founded by Dr. J. Park McCallie in 1940. Its purpose over the years has been to develop Christian leadership and to instill in McCallie Men the idea of stewardship and the responsibility of helping others in need. The committee focuses much of its energy on activities for the children of Bethel Bible Village and other charities.

This student-run organization plans all non-denominational church services and also oversees the chapel schedule. Sunday services, held about twice a month, are run totally by students. The Student Vestry meets every Sunday night before study hall.

Almost all the dorms on campus have weekly Bible studies led by students or faculty to foster discipleship and spiritual growth.

We believe strongly that God is glorified in our service to others. There are a number of opportunities throughout the semester to volunteer; serving at the local Community Kitchen on Wednesday mornings is one example of an available outreach.

After each Chapel program a group of students gather together to pray for the needs of the Community.

Young Life is a national organization that promotes Christian ideals and morals. Skits, singing, laughter, and friendship fill the air every week in a combined effort with Girls Preparatory School.