FAQs

Do I have to be Baptist to participate?

No. BSM is not just for Baptists, but for all active college students. Many students who are active in the BSM belong to different churches and/or denominations. The name “Baptist” simply indicates something about our heritage and the way our ministry gets financial support. So come on by the BSM, everyone is welcome!

Is the BSM a Church?

No. The BSM is not a church. BSM and local churches partner together to reach and disciple students. We are the bridge from the local church to the campus and from the campus to the local church. BSM encourages all our students to be actively involved in a local church; we never want to take the place of the church in anyone’s life.

What kinds of things do you do?

We focus on missions, discipleship, and evangelism. We have something going almost every day of the week. We have large groups, small groups, groups for those investigating the Christian faith, Bible studies, discipleship and leadership development, and socials. There really is something for everyone at the BSM.

How do I get involved?

Just start coming! Come to anything and everything you can! Any college student can be involved in the BSM. We have undergraduate, graduate, transfers and internationals involved in our ministry.

What if I’m a transfer student?

Lots of transfer and graduate students come to BSM. Don’t hesitate to get involved.

What if I’m going to live at home and go to school?

If you will be living at home and attending your current church, we want you to know about BSM, too. BSM gives you the opportunity to get to know other students on campus and participate in spiritual growth, leadership, and ministry opportunities.

What does BSM stand for?

Baptist Student Ministry

How long has TX BSM been around?

Texas Baptists voted in 1919 to begin a ministry for college students. This work came to be called Baptist Student Union. The first locations for BSU were Texas A&M and UT and soon included most of the major campuses in Texas. In 1995 the name changed from BSU (Union) to BSM (Ministry) and now includes a presence on over 100 campuses around the state.