Progressive, inclusive campus ministry for ALL students
United Protestant Campus Ministries (UPCaM)
is a Christ-centered progressive ministry welcoming all students into an open and caring community to connect, explore their faith, and make an impact on the world.
Our Call To Action.
UPCaM is…
A progressive campus ministry with a proud history as a missional outreach for seven Protestant denominations.
Based in Cleveland, OH, with primary residency at Case Western Reserve University.
Rooted in traditions emphasizing social justice, peace, and spiritual openness, inspired by the ministry of Jesus.
Extends pastoral care and programming to Cleveland State University and Tri-C (Cuyahoga Community College) campuses.
Provides Community worship services, pastoral care and support, and a safe, inclusive space for students to explore faith and spirituality.
LGBTQ+ affirming and celebrating community. Open to college students in Cleveland seeking a supportive spiritual community.
Hear UPCaM students talk about their experience.
…here for you!
“UPCaM for me is a group I can come to whenever, with whatever is going on in my life and know I’m loved and accepted. I can come to worship in the middle of a horrible week and come out refreshed and reminded of God’s love, ready for the rest of the week.”