Spiritual Life
Grounded in Faith, Growing Together
At Rabun Gap, spiritual growth is woven into the fabric of our community, nurturing purpose, compassion, and a deeper understanding of self and others.
Our primary goal is to embrace, nurture, and grow in our Christian heritage, reflecting God’s love and Christ’s way of living with everyone in our community. Simultaneously, we aim to create a safe and loving environment where students of all faiths are encouraged to observe, practice, and share their unique faith journeys.
Weekly Chapel Services
We hold three distinct Christian chapel services each week, tailored to our school's divisions. Each Wednesday chapel follows a general theme that is adjusted to suit the age group of the students attending.
Chapels offer a moment of stillness and reflection. Our chapels are rooted in the Christian tradition and include Scripture reading, prayer, and worship led by students, faculty, and staff.
Additional Spirtual Life Opportunities
Bible & World Religions Classes
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Faith & Traditions: Meet Our Community
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Pastoral Care
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Service Partnerships
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Student Faith Groups
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Meet Our Chaplains
Rev. Ozu Meijia - Chaplain
Chaplain Ozu leads our chapel program and first joined the Rabun Gap community in 2003. He returned to Rabun Gap in 2011 and 2021, respectively, and he was named our School Chaplain in 2021. A native of Mexico, Chaplain Ozu is an ordained minister in the Presbyterian Church and his calling is working with young people. He holds a bachelor's degree in theology from the Seminario Teológico San Pablo. Chaplain Ozu lives on campus with his wife Monica Ponce Risa, who teaches Spanish in the Upper School, and their son Isaac '31.
Rev. D'Andre Ash - Assistant Chaplain
Reverend Ash leads our Middle School chapel program and serves Rabun Gap as Assistant Chaplain. He is an ordained minister and has served churches in Franklin, NC, and Atlanta, GA. Chaplain Ash earned a B.S. in organizational leadership from Mercer University and a M.A. in practical theology from Columbia Theological Seminary. His wife, Dr. Sheree Ash, is our Middle School Counselor, and they have one daughter Isabella '35.