Southeastern University Extends Worship, Halts Classes

Classes were temporarily canceled at Southeastern University after a scheduled worship conference extended into days of continuous prayer, repentance, and worship. What began as a three-day event has developed into what school leaders describe as a sustained spiritual outpouring.

The university’s annual SEU Conference was held February 9–11 at Victory Church. However, on the final day, the program shifted unexpectedly. Following a message from Christian author and speaker Jennie Allen, students remained in worship rather than moving on to scheduled activities.

University President Kent Ingle said the atmosphere changed during the gathering. Students began openly confessing sins, praying for one another, and sharing testimonies. Leaders soon canceled breakout sessions as worship continued for more than 12 hours.

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That evening, participants relocated to Bush Chapel on the university’s campus, where services carried on. Classes were called off the following day to allow students to remain in prayer. Although academic activities later resumed, worship services have continued daily, with sessions scheduled around class hours.

University officials say the movement was not planned. Instead, they describe it as the result of months of prayer and spiritual preparation. According to campus updates, students have expressed a strong desire to remain in worship, with many staying late into the night.

Southeastern University, which is affiliated with the Assemblies of God, has provided livestream access as interest in the gatherings grows.

Observers have drawn comparisons to the 2023 revival at Asbury University, where an ordinary chapel service turned into extended worship lasting several days.

University leaders say the focus remains simple. Students want to seek God. Administrators say their goal is not to label the event, but to allow what they describe as a spiritual renewal to unfold naturally.

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