Sophomores hold nondenominational worship service and plan for more

By Katie McConnell
“Tonight is about you and God. It shouldn't matter what anyone else thinks,” said sophomore Lauren Hacker as she invited students to

worship however they would like on November 3 in the St. Francis Chapel.

Hacker and sophomore Allie Schmieman led The Aftermath, a night of contemporary nondenominational worship.

During the service, Hacker, Schmieman, freshman Philip Ryan, and junior Matt Cannaday performed 8 songs. The lyrics were shown on an overhead projector. And anyone who was comfortable was invited to sing along. In addition to songs, readings and prayers were done by Tyler Stinn, Sammie Walsh, and Colleen Curtin.

Although nondenominational services are rare on campus, Hacker and Schmieman hope for more in the future.

“My dream is to do the Aftermath once a month starting in January. I'm hoping it will grow and become something people look forward too,” said Hacker.

Email Lauren Hacker at lhacker860@marian.edu. for more information.