The University's Chaplaincy is here for everyone — you do not need to follow a particular religion, or any religion, to use the service.
The multi-faith Chaplaincy Team supports students from all faiths and none.
You may want to connect with Chaplaincy if you:
- would like someone to talk to;
- are experiencing a difficult time;
- would value pastoral or spiritual support;
- have questions about faith, meaning or belief;
- are experiencing bereavement or loss;
- would like somewhere quiet to reflect;
- would like somewhere to pray;
- want to connect with faith or cultural communities;
- feel isolated or would like a greater sense of community and belonging;
- are experiencing difficulties connected with religion, faith or identity; or
- simply want a conversation and a cup of coffee.
You don't need to be experiencing a crisis to contact the Chaplaincy.
You Don't Have to Be Religious
Chaplaincy is sometimes misunderstood as being a service only for people who practise a particular faith.
It isn't.
Whether you are:
a person of faith • exploring faith • questioning • experiencing doubts • spiritual but not religious • or of no faith
you are welcome.
The University describes its Chaplaincy as providing religious, cultural and social support for people of all faiths and none, with an emphasis on community and belonging.
Prayer and Reflection Spaces
There are dedicated spaces across University campuses where students can pray, reflect or take some quiet time.
This includes multi-faith prayer provision.
You can contact the Chaplaincy if you would like information about:
- prayer spaces;
- faith facilities;
- religious observance;
- faith communities;
- events and activities;
- other faith-related support.
Faith, Culture and Community
Chaplaincy is also about community and belonging.
The University's Chaplaincy and Student Community work includes religious, cultural and social support and activities intended to help students connect and flourish at university.
This can be particularly helpful if you are:
- new to Wolverhampton;
- away from your family or usual community;
- an international student;
- feeling lonely or isolated;
- looking to meet people;
- interested in faith or cultural activities;
- looking for opportunities to become involved in University community life.
Chaplaincy and Safeguarding
Sometimes a conversation with a Chaplain may involve something more serious.
You might disclose that you are experiencing:
- abuse;
- domestic abuse;
- harassment;
- discrimination;
- hate because of your religion or belief;
- exploitation;
- homelessness;
- serious mental health difficulties;
- another concern about your safety or wellbeing.
You can still speak with Chaplaincy.
Where specialist support is needed, the team can help you understand what other University services may be able to support you.
For serious safeguarding concerns, you can also contact the University's Safeguarding Team through Report and Support.
Religion or Belief-Related Harassment
Everyone should be able to practise their religion or belief, change their beliefs, or have no religious belief without experiencing harassment or discrimination.
If you have experienced:
- anti-Muslim hatred or Islamophobia;
- antisemitism;
- harassment because of your religion or belief;
- hostility because you do not hold a religious belief;
- abuse connected with religious identity;
- another religion or belief-related incident,
you can seek support.
Report harassment, discrimination or a hate incident through Report and Support
You may also choose to speak with Chaplaincy for pastoral support.