The church must stand together as one. That was one of the points of the Most Rev. Charles Chaput’s lecture, “The Vocation of Christians in American Public Life.”
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The best gift is available free every day of the year to everyone — the gift of God’s grace.
Grace is the freely-given, unmerited favor and love of God. A person who believes Christ is his or her savior deserves God’s grace and favor because they are his chosen people.
She sensed their eyes upon her. The students in her New Testament class were staring curiously at the black smudge on her forehead. Some asked about the smudge, not realizing it was actually the sign of the cross. It had been drawn on her forehead during morning Mass on Feb. 17 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church.
Students find acceptance and peace praying in campus rooms
Senior Abdul Hassan washes his hands in the restroom of the Hinton Center, but unlike most other students, he also washes his arms, feet, mouth and face.
Hassan partakes in a formal Islamic cleansing five times a day before praying.
Students looking for a quiet Sunday worship service on campus now have a place to go. Sunday Service, hosted by Student Life, takes place twice per month in Belin Chapel at 7 p.m.
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Worrying is an issue for everybody, some more than others, but God can be the answer if he is let into a troubled heart.
Common worries for college students can range from paying monthly bills and college tuition to acceptance and self-image.
CASL held on campus for first time in 10 years
College leaders from across the state traveled to campus Jan. 28-30 to “burn out.”
This year’s theme for the Christian Association of Student Leaders, “Burn Out Bright,” came from Switchfoot’s song by the same name and Matthew 5:14 which states “You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden.”
Since the earthquake struck Haiti on Jan. 12, students at the University have shown their love, compassion and support.
In Continuation of that trend, junior Griffin Covington is planning a benefit concert, “Real Hope for Haiti,” which will be held Feb. 25 at 7:30 p.m. in Dunham Theater. Tickets are $7 for all students with a valid ID from any university.
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Roses, chocolates, gifts and love are a few things that represent the upcoming holiday—St. Valentine’s Day.
We celebrate Valentine’s Day in honor of St. Valentine who was martyred in 269 A.D. for refusing to denounce Christianity. Everyone shows and receives love differently, but spreading love is how we can keep the meaning of Valentine’s Day alive.