Chowan University recently concluded its annual Holy Week Revival — a four-day spiritual gathering filled with worship, powerful testimonies, and deep reflection. The campus came together to celebrate the Easter season, honoring Christ’s sacrifice and resurrection while encouraging each other in faith.

The revival opened with a moving worship service in Chowan Chapel, led by Interim Campus Minister Jason Fowler. Chowan alumnus Pastor Michael Moore returned to campus with a heartfelt message, praying, “I pray that this last night of campus revival is the beginning of something really special at Chowan—where students are unafraid and unashamed of the gospel of Jesus Christ and bold in sharing His message with their peers.”

Preaching from Romans 10, Pastor Moore emphasized knowledge, conviction, and commitment as the heart of saving faith. Sharing his own testimony, he reminded students that no matter their background or struggles, God is able and willing to transform lives.

One of the most powerful moments of the week came when fifteen students publicly professed their faith through baptism. Before the baptisms, Jason Fowler led a prayer of gratitude, celebrating the students’ boldness and the transformative work happening in their hearts. Pastor Jill Awuni, affectionately known as “Mama Jill,” joined Pastor Fowler in baptizing the following students: Ariana Vizcaya, Desiree Cumbea-Hailey, Courtney Massingill, Kamari Matthews, Antwone Godley, Kris’Shyia McKoy, Jesmelly Lugo-Tirado, Jadyn Hammonds-Dickens, Teray Cherry, Jayden Andrews, Jaimire Rogers, Abigail Lugo-Tirado, Michael Litchfield, Sarai Sanders, and Janaya Perry.

Closing the service, President Dr. Rosemary Thomas offered words of encouragement: “We all have faith. We are part of a family that is unparalleled. And we are not afraid of the future, because we are walking into it together.”

At Chowan, the Holy Week Revival is more than a campus tradition — it is a sacred time when lives are changed, faith is renewed, and the love of Christ is boldly proclaimed.