ohio state university

A Developing CFTC Project

why ohio state?

Ohio State University is one of the most strategic mission fields in the country. With nearly 67,000 students—including over 6,000 international students from more than 100 nations—OSU is a global crossroads where future leaders, thinkers, and influencers are formed. Its academic reputation, cutting-edge research, and diverse student body draw young adults from every background imaginable. In the heart of this vibrant campus, there is a growing hunger for purpose, truth, and authentic community. And yet, there is still a significant gap: a church family planted for the campus—one that is rooted in the gospel, relationally present, and committed to raising disciples who live like Jesus and lead others to do the same.

why now?

We believe God is calling us to establish a new church near the campus of Ohio State to meet the opportunity of this moment. Through a series of connections, God has brought together a group of people who personally care about reaching the campus of Ohio State, the city of Columbus, and the gospel of Jesus being proclaimed here.

We are actively seeking the right leader, core team, and stakeholders to answer the call and partner in this mission. Click the button below to learn more about partnering with us on this vital project.

Join us each third Thursday of the month for a virtual prayer gathering dedicated to lifting up the Church for the Campus at Ohio State University. Together, we seek God’s guidance, blessing, and power to see students reached, disciples made, and a church rooted on campus. Whether you're near or far, your prayers make a difference—come be part of what God is doing.

pray with us!

a movement is stirring

The campus of Ohio State University has seen evidence of revival recently. Students are hungry for truth and purpose. The time is now!

how to partner

  • prayer

    We believe prayer is the foundation of all lasting Kingdom work, and we’re inviting you to commit to praying regularly for the Church for the Campus at Ohio State University. Your faithful intercession can help shape the spiritual future of students and this mission. Join our monthly virtual prayer meeting to stay connected, encouraged, and united in what God is doing on campus.

  • sending

    We’re inviting you to become a Sending Partner for this strategic mission. Your financial support will help us identify and equip a leader with the training, coaching, and care they need to thrive long-term. It will also fuel the early ministry efforts essential to reaching students with the gospel and building a healthy, sustainable church for the campus.

  • joining

    If you feel a burden to reach college students and want to be part of something new and eternally significant, we’d love to talk with you. Whether you’re interested in helping launch this church as part of the core team or exploring the call to lead it, this is a unique opportunity to shape a gospel movement at one of the most influential universities in the world. Let’s start a conversation and see how God might use you.

partner with us

If you are interested in partnering on this project, fill out the form below. You will be added to an email list that will receive updates about this, and other projects in the Church for the Campus network.