University of Minnesota Cru

About Cru

Cru is a group of ~600 students at UMN who enjoy each other and enjoy getting to know the God of the Bible. Cru is part of the international organization Campus Crusade for Christ and has been at the U since 1957.
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  • Weekly Meetings

Where does the U of M go on Thursday nights? Hundreds of students join together for Cru's weekly gatherings:  Cru meetings are real students seeking a real relationship with a real God.

With relevant speakers, powerful content, and hilarious entertainment, Both Cru meetings are designed to help you have fun as you grow closer to God. You can expect to laugh, learn, meet new people, and enjoy great live music.

No matter where you are on your spiritual journey, we invite you to join us. It's the best place to be on a  Thursday night.

  • Small Groups

Looking for a smaller venue?

There are dozens of small group Bible Studies that meet weekly. These are a place where "everybody knows your name." A small group is where you can:

Get to know people where you live. Grow deeper in your understanding of yourself, God, and the Bible.
Develop closer relationships in a smaller setting.

Click here for a list of studies meeting in your area

Lead a study? Let us know if any information has changed at info@umncru.com

  • Retreats and Conferences

Get away from homework, UDS and your hygienically-challenged roommate. We have multiple opportunities to get away from stress and focus on your relationship with God. A few examples are:

1. Fall Retreat in Osceola, Wisconsin
2. New Year's Conference in Minneapolis
3. Spring Break trip to Panama City Beach, Florida
4. Spring Retreat in Osceola, Wisconsin

  • Missions
Missions are very important to us. That's why every year we send students all over the world on summer missions projects. Students go everywhere from Brazil to France, From North Carolina to North Dakota. You can learn more about these opportunities at Cru or a Cru Small Group.