Fasting and Spirituality: A Conversation with BU Chaplains

Fasting as a spiritual practice is deeply rooted in ancient Judaism. The Israelites fasted during times of mourning or calamity as a way for individuals and the community to express sorrow or repentance as well as to plead with God for favor or forgiveness. Christians and then Muslims developed their own fasting traditions, and the practice remains significant in contemporary Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

With the liturgical seasons of Ramadan and Lent approaching, please join for an exploration of fasting as a spiritual practice across our faith traditions.

Discussants include: Rev. Dr. Jessica Chicka, University Chaplain for International Students (Moderator); Rav. Micha Stettin, University Chaplain and Campus Rabbi; Sr. Naureen Mallick, Associate Muslim Chaplain; Fr. Kevin Staley-Joyce, University Chaplain and Director of the BU Catholic Center; Rev. Fr. Philip Halikias (STH ‘21), Chief Compliance Officer, Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology

Register by: 2/1/2026
When 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm on 2 February 2026
Building Pardee School of Global Studies, 121 Bay State Road
Contact Email cura@bu.edu
Contact Organization Institute on Culture, Religion & World Affairs: CURA
Fees free
Open To public