Student Ministries

Encourage every follower of Christ to live out the Great Commission

Let us not love with words or speech, but with actions and in truth.

The University of the Cumberlands strives to be an institution that consistently puts faith into action.  Our faith is demonstrated through humble service to our local community and the Appalachian region.  Just as Christ modeled and encouraged servant leadership, UC inspires and equips students to do the same through various ministries and outreach activities.

Student sing during a worship event

Campus Ministries

Campus Ministries endeavors to assist every follower of Christ to live out the Great Commission
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Shoes for the Soul

Each year we assist hundreds of children by providing new shoes, socks and backpacks filled with school supplies.
Volunteers build walls at a Mountain Outreach home

Mountain Outreach

Mountain Outreach is dedicated to providing high quality, cost effective housing for families within our community.

I love seeing God work in ways I never imagined. It's one of the greatest blessings I've experienced. 
Jacob Ratliff
Campus Minister

Faith in Action

This publication focuses on our students and the ways they put their Faith in Action

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Virtual Tour

At Cumberlands, our campus ministries students put their faith in action.

Launch 2024 Ministries and Service 

The Gatliff Memorial Chapel features Biblical themed stained glass windows.

Gatliff Memorial Chapel

Campus Ministries

Campus ministries staff members exhibit great passion to involce our students in their programs and worship

Jacob Ratliff

Jacob Ratliff

Campus Minister
Campus Ministries
Student Affairs

Jacob Ratliff

Contact Information

606-539-3561
jacob.ratliff [at] ucumberlands.edu
Edna Taylor House
Skyler Downs

Skyler (Downs) Plementosh

Administrative Assistant
Missions & Ministries

Skyler (Downs) Plementosh

Contact Information

606-539-4156
skyler.downs [at] ucumberlands.edu
Bennett 112
Rachel Lowder

Rachel Lowder

Associate Campus Minister
Campus Ministries

Rachel Lowder

Contact Information

606-539-4173
rachel.lowder [at] ucumberlands.edu
Edna Taylor House

Campus Ministry Events

Join campus ministries for special outreach and worship events on campus.

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International Thanksgiving

Nov 21

6 PM - 8 PM

The Cumberlands Connection

Read more about ministry work across campus

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