Grinnell College’s Center for Religion, Spirituality, and Social Justice (CRSSJ) has a variety of different prayer, reflection, and meditative spaces. Some of these spaces are designated with specific religious practices in mind and some are more open-ended in their use. All the spaces are open to everyone, and we ask that you find a space that feels most fitting to your spiritual and cultural needs.
Prayer Spaces
There are Hindu, Buddhist, and Muslim prayer spaces available at CRSSJ. Spaces are open to students during the academic year, daily from 8 a.m. to midnight. Use your P-card to enter after office hours.
Hindu and Buddhist Prayer Room
This is a prayer space that is used regularly by our Buddhist and Hindu student groups. Students are also welcome to use this space for individual use. The room has a statue of Ganesh, walls lined with images of gods and goddesses, a consecrated Buddha statue, rugs/mats, a mandir with puja thali, a bell, and other items. It is located in the CRSSJ and students have access with their P-card from 8 a.m.–midnight during the academic year.
Muslim Prayer Room
There is a Muslim prayer space available at CRSSJ. The room has prayer rugs/mats, Islamic books, and more. It is open to students during the academic year, daily from 8 a.m.–midnight. Use your P-card to enter after office hours.
Rathje Hall Prayer Space
The Rathje Hall prayer space requires a key to access. If you are interested in using this space, please email Rabbi Sarah Brammer-Shlay.
Herrick Chapel
Herrick Chapel is open for prayer and reflection from 8 a.m.–midnight each day.
Spaces for Private Meditation
If you need a quiet space for private meditation, contact Deacon at 641-269-4981 or email CRSSJ to reserve a space.