Human and Spiritual Formation

at Franciscan University of Steubenville


At Franciscan University of Steubenville, formation isn’t a one-time event—it’s a way of life.

Rooted in prayer, discipleship, and fellowship, human and spiritual formation at Franciscan University helps students, faculty, and staff grow and mature into whole and holy men and women.

Throughout the academic year, our team offers a range of experiences each semester to deepen prayer, strengthen community, and help every member of Franciscan discover their identity in Christ.

All formation events take place on campus and are open only to current students, faculty, and staff.


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Co-founder of Life Restoration Ministries, Assistant Director of Evangelization at Franciscan University of Steubenville, and co-host of Abiding Together.

Executive Director of Humanality, a ministry that helps people overcome digital addiction through faith, wellness, and connection.

Speaker and author of Restless Heart: My Struggle with Life and Sexuality who shares the love and freedom she’s found in Christ.

Spiritual director and member of the Franciscan TOR community.

Throughout the academic year, the Franciscan Formation team offers a variety of talks and experiences designed to nurture prayer, identity, and community.

Relationship Series

Learn the art of loving God, yourself, others, and creation with Jake Khym.

Identity Series

Discover your God-given genius with Jake Khym.

School of Prayer

Conversations with Catholics from all walks of life.

Men’s Sessions

Build spiritual discipline through talks focused on Christian manhood.

Woman’s Sessions

Grow in faith and friendship with talks on living as a daughter of God.

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Meet the Dean!

Headshot of Jake Khym

Jake Khym

 

Jake Khym is the Dean of Human and Spiritual Formation at Franciscan University of Steubenville. He holds a Master’s in Counseling Psychology and a Bachelor’s in Theology with a concentration in Catechetics.

For over 25 years, Jake has shared his passion for healing, renewal, and formation through counseling, seminarian formation, and Life Restoration Ministries, which he co-founded with his wife, Heather. Jake also co-hosts Restore the Glory Podcast with Dr. Bob Schuchts.

He lives in Steubenville, Ohio, with Heather and their three young adult children.