We warmly welcome international students!

forum³ is the University Chaplaincy for students of the University and the Universities of Applied Sciences in Bern.

The three dimensions of community, spirituality and development form the basis of our activities.

forum³ creates places to meet and celebrate, to experience silence, to exchange about life issues and for the creative expression of students.
forum³ supports students in their personal and spiritual development. Its events offer space for the discussion of religious, ethical and social topics.

Our events are generally free of charge for students. We only charge a fee for events with overnight accommodation or high material costs, which we indicate in the flyer and on the poster. However, a low budget should not be an obstacle – feel free to contact us!

Pastoral Care

As a university chaplain I am here for you

Do you need an open and independent ear?

The university chaplain is here to listen — whether you want to share what makes you happy, what moves you, or what weighs on you. Faith and spirituality may be part of the conversation, but they don’t have to be. Independence and confidentiality are guaranteed.

This service is free of charge. Conversations can take place in person, by phone, or by email.

Contact:
thomas.schuepbach@refbejuso.ch
+41 (0)78 842 78 90
Länggassstrasse 41 (4th floor), 3012 Bern

Programme autumn semester:

À CONTRE-COURANT

To think for oneself, to shape one’s own opinion – to dare the journey of personal identity – to face the headwinds in order to stand up for one’s values – to let go of the familiar so as to be free for what the heart truly longs for – to stand beside those overlooked by the mainstream – to live in peace as a small community in a time of war – to challenge the consensus and trust that ancient words can still speak in fresh ways – all these are movements against the tide, à contre-courant.

We seek people who live with a passionate commitment to life. Yet it is becoming ever clearer: such commitment is increasingly met with powerful resistance. These forces must be withstood – with courage, and with love. Even bungee surfing shows us that moving à contre-courant succeeds – or even becomes possible at all – only when we can hold fast and remain connected to one another. Our programme invites you to discover such movements against the tide – and to find what can sustain us along the way.

We look forward to welcoming you among us.

Thomas Schüpbach, on behalf of the teams at forum³ and aki

(Picture: ASC Bern)