Large Group is our weekly gathering where the whole RUF community comes together for worship, teaching, and fellowship. We sing together, hear a message from God’s Word, and enjoy connecting with friends—both new and old. Whether you’re curious about Christianity, looking for community, or wanting to grow deeper in your faith, Large Group is the perfect place to start.

Large Group is our weekly gathering where the whole RUF community comes together for worship, teaching, and fellowship. We sing together, hear a message from God’s Word, and enjoy connecting with friends—both new and old. Whether you’re curious about Christianity, looking for community, or wanting to grow deeper in your faith, Large Group is the perfect place to start.

Large Group is our weekly gathering where the whole RUF community comes together for worship, teaching, and fellowship. We sing together, hear a message from God’s Word, and enjoy connecting with friends—both new and old. Whether you’re curious about Christianity, looking for community, or wanting to grow deeper in your faith, Large Group is the perfect place to start.

Large Group is our weekly gathering where the whole RUF community comes together for worship, teaching, and fellowship. We sing together, hear a message from God’s Word, and enjoy connecting with friends—both new and old. Whether you’re curious about Christianity, looking for community, or wanting to grow deeper in your faith, Large Group is the perfect place to start.

We’re kicking off the fall season with a Welcome Back BBQ—and you’re invited! Whether you’re a returning student, new to Thrive, or a long-time friend, this will be a night to reconnect, meet new people, and enjoy some amazing food. We’ll be serving up pork and chicken fresh off the grill, along with classic cookout favorites, games, music, and plenty of space to hang out. It’s the perfect event to invite a friend to—everyone is welcome! Let’s fire up the grill, bring the energy, and celebrate the start of a new semester together. We can’t wait to see you there!  

🌟 Volunteer Opportunity: Back-to-School Barbecue with Student Veterans of America 🦅🇺🇸 📅 Date: Saturday, August 30, 2025🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM📍 Location: Library Lawn The Student Veterans of America are kicking off the semester with a Back-to-School Barbecue—and we need YOUR help to make it a success! Volunteers are needed to:✅ Assist with set-up and tear-down✅ Serve food to fellow Eagles✅ Help maintain cleanliness of the area throughout the event This is a great way to support our student veterans, get involved on campus, and log some service hours!     🌍 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Connected: SDG 3: Good Health & Well-Being – creating a welcoming, supportive environment for student wellness SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities – supporting veterans and ensuring inclusive student engagement SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals – fostering collaboration between students, organizations, and the community 🎓 Relevant Majors/Fields of Study: Hospitality & Resort Management (event support, food service) Social Work / Psychology (community building, veteran support) Public Health (wellness, safe gatherings) Environmental Studies (sustainable practices, waste management) Business / Management (event logistics, teamwork, coordination)   👉 Sign up today by emailing Danielle at dbaynum@fgcu.edu to volunteer and be part of this community event!