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Welcome to The Well

Welcome to The Well, a virtual gathering place for graduate and professional women to receive wisdom, care, challenge, and inspiration as they seek to follow Christ in the academic world and beyond. It is our prayer that time spent at The Well will provide opportunities to connect with others in similar circumstances and introduce stories and insights of women creatively living for God's Kingdom purposes.The Well is published by Women in the Academy & Professions, a ministry of InterVarsity's Graduate & Faculty Ministries.

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Highlights at The Well

Return of the Ezer
Carolyn Custis James' study of the Hebrew word ezer changed how she thinks of herself and how she understands God's call to women.
 
Lenten Devotions
The season of Lent begins Ash Wednesday, February 17, and is joyfully concluded on Easter Sunday, April 4. With six weeks of Lenten devotions, Sally Ivaska encourages us to use this time to draw close to God through Bible reading, meditation, and prayer.
 
Living the Christian Year: Time to Inhabit the Story of God
In his recently published book, GFM director Bobby Gross calls us to let the liturgical year give shape to our devotional life.
 
Good Brothers: The Biggest Difference
Jeff Gissing finds what may be his greatest contribution to the effective work of his wife and co-minister, Anna Gissing.
 
Dear Mentor: How do you handle dual careers and family?
How do I handle my own research work with a commuting spouse and family responsibilities?
 
Research Opportunity: Seeing God's Hand in Creation
Ph.D. candidate Jennifer Bonina-Noseworthy finds her research on winter squash imbued with elements of worship and meaning.
 
It is Good: Seasons in a Career
Physician and mother Tricia Hall describes seasons in her work life, including some far different from those she envisioned as a student.
 
Along the Way: Living in Freedom
Nutrition researcher Karen Yeary describes God's power transforming her relationship with food.
 
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Mar 5, 2010 - Mar 7, 2010

The Price of Life
Apr 18, 2010 - Apr 22, 2010

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Jun 19, 2010 - Jun 25, 2010

2010 West Coast Faculty Conference (Campus by the Sea, California)
Aug 1, 2010 - Aug 6, 2010



Resources

Dear Mentor: Should I pursue a doctorate in the humanities?
ESN asked, "From a Christian perspective, why should anyone pursue a doctorate in the humanities?" Read Carmen Acevedo Butcher's response.

Fellowship Beyond Graduate School
The need for fellowship doesn't end when women graduate. Debbie Splaingard describes how that need is being met for post-grad women in Columbus.

Bangui Memories
Kate Hope Kennedy relives the struggles and joys she experienced on a global missions trip to the Central African Republic.

Reflection: The Given Life
Kelly Monroe Kullberg describes how her given life has been the framework and inspiration for her larger cultural calling.

In Focus: Keeping Sabbath
Tish Harrison describes how the weekly practice of ceasing from work and embracing rest and play has become her touchstone.

Voices: Ruth López Turley
Ruth López Turley inspires her students as she researches and teaches about inequalities in education, drawing inspiration from her own experience growing up in Laredo, Texas.

Flourishing, not Fear: The Gift of a Sound Mind (Part IV)
What guides our life and allows us to act as persons of integrity and courage in the face of evil? MaryKate Morse describes this gift from God as she experienced it in her own life.

Writer's Guidelines for The Well
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