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Title	Created	Rating	Uploader	Downloaded
2 Samuel 6 Bible Study	Inductive Bible study looking at David's motivation, leadership initiatives, and human fallibility. (more info) by Ann Boyd
	10.20.2005	none	ann	2440

A Theology & Practice of Holistic Ministry	This article examines the theology and practice of holistic ministry primarily through the Invitational model of evangelism. (more info) by Jessica Fick
	10.15.2008	none	jessica_fick	1088

A Theology of Envy	Envy is a great destroyer of souls and of communities. This paper provides some reflections on the nature of envy. (more info) by James Choung
	05.13.2005	none	Lydia_Sidrak	1322

A Year of Questions for a Veritas Hour	This is the series of questions that we used for our first year of discussions at a grad student Veritas Hour at University at Buffalo. I hope it can provide a jumping off point for people who are trying to think about what to discuss at Veritas Hours on their campuses. (more info) by Trish McDonnell Baker and TJ Burns
	08.31.2010	none	Trish_McDonnell_Baker	269

An Exposition of Our Four Ministry Commitments	This is an exposition of the Vision Statement of Graduate InterVarsity at the University of Illinois at Urbana. It covers our understanding of the Gospel, as well as each of our Four Ministry Components: Evangelism, Christian Community, Integration of faith, learning and practice, and Spiritual Formation. (more info) by David Suryk
	07.15.2002	none	David_Suryk	897

Apologetics for Resurrection	This highly interactive lesson helps students learn and practice a basic defense for the resurrection of Jesus then inspires them to share the resurrected Jesus with others. Look for the PowerPoint associated with this lesson. (more info) by Jeremy Stephens
	10.13.2008	none	jeremy_stephens	700

Apologetics for Resurrection PowerPoint	This powerpoint compliment for the "Apologetics for Resurrection" lesson will visually organize the basic arguments for the resurrection of Jesus allowing students to learn and practice sharing the resurrected Jesus. (more info) by Jeremy Stephens
	10.13.2008	none	jeremy_stephens	1084

Aristotle on Friendship	Extended sections from Nichomachian Ethics on the topic of Friendship. (more info) by Aristotle
	04.05.2000	none	Rich_Lamb	1612

Chapter Building Manual Version 1.0	This is the new Chapter Building Manual. The content is primarily aimed at staff, and follows the chapter building pyramid in outline. This manual offers useful material in the art of assessing the state of local chapters and deciding the best ways to help them grow. Note: Permission for staff to print hard copies is now included in the table of contents. Contact the authors or editor with suggestions and feedback. (more info) by Val Gordon, Jay Anderson, Jim Marshall, & others.
	05.22.2008	none	jeff_yourison	1835

Chapter Planting in a GFM Context	This document is based on the chapter planting model and material and explores chapter planting in the Graduate and Faculty Ministry context. (more info) by Hanz Franzen
	04.02.2009	none	jeff_yourison	473

Chapter planting in the Graduate Student and Faculty Ministry context	Graduate student, professional student and faculty ministries present some unique challenges to planting new fellowships. However, we believe that the current chapter planting model is applicable in these contexts. This paper explores the uniquenesses of GFM planting. (more info) by Lynn Gill
	06.26.2008	none	jeff_yourison	717

Chapter planting: worksheet for strategic planning	In the Chapter Planting Manual, there is a chart at the end of each section (each "essential") that provides planning questions for each stage of the plant. This Excel worksheet regroups the questions by stage, gathering all the key questions for the six planting essentials together under each stage. (more info) by Marcia J. Wang, based on ideas from cohort members
	07.28.2008	none	jeff_yourison	924

Coaching planters in a commuter setting	This working paper explores the issues surrounding coaching chapter planters in commuter campus settings. Covers defining and celebrating success, dealing with isolation and loneliness, individual and team options, and offers seven measures for good "health" of the staff worker. Send comments to Marcia Wang (author) and Jeff Yourison (editor). (more info) by Marcia J. Wang
	06.03.2008	none	jeff_yourison	799

Correlations in Science and God	This table lists ~20 correlations found between modern science and God. With the advent of modern science and quantum mechanics, that connections between science and God have only increased. Some of the information in this table might not be understandable for non-science readers. (more info) by Bryan Enderle
	01.02.2008	none	Bryan_Enderle	585

Critical Junctures	This is a one-page "cheat sheet" on the spiritual stages of academic life. It was originally published at the GFM website. (more info) by Bob Trube
	01.01.2001	none	jon	1200

Daniel 1 Bible Study	Bible study on Daniel 1 first developed by the Agents of Transformation team and further edited and updated by John Bayon. Aims at questions of identity in Christ, vocational calling, God's sovereignty, and cultural pulls on faith in Christ. (more info) by James Paternoster & John Bayon
	10.17.2011	none	John_Bayon	58

Daniel 2 Bible Study	Bible study originally developed for Agents of Transformation training, adapted and edited by John Bayon. This study focuses in upon tensions inherint in identifying with Yahweh AND a vocational calling and our dependancy on God in our calling. (more info) by James Paternoster & John Bayon
	10.17.2011	none	John_Bayon	63

Daniel 3 Bible Study	Bible studies originally developed for InterVarsity's Agents of Transformation training, adapted and edited by John Bayon. This study focuses upon God's faithfulness and grace to those under the pressure of compromise because of their callings. (more info) by James Paternoster & John Bayon
	10.17.2011	none	John_Bayon	88

Daniel 4 Bible Study	Bible study created for InterVarsity's Agents of Transformation training track and later adapted and edited by John Bayon. This study focuses upon God's sovereignty over rival kings, his culminating work through his servant Daniel, and a warning to serve the Lord alone (Ps 2). (more info) by James Paternoster & John Bayon
	10.17.2011	none	John_Bayon	72

Daniel Bible Studies (Chps 1-6)	Bible study from first six chapters of Daniel. Used extensively with graduate students and students interested in cultural & vocational issues. (more info) by John Bayon & James Paternoster
	01.01.1999	none	John_Bayon	2735

Encounters with Jesus II	This is part 2 of 5 of a storying resource I'm developing for use with post-Christian spiritual seekers. The goal of the 5 part series is that at the end, people should see exactly what kind of person Jesus is and who he claimed to be. You can find my analysis of how it went using the material here. This story is the most imaginative of the five. You should make it clear to the participants which parts of the story come from the Bible and which is based on guesses about the life and times of the woman. (more info) by Anna Rapa
	02.27.2011	none	annarapa	133

Encounters with Jesus III	This is narrative 3 of 5 designed for storying with post-Christian people. The goal of the 5 sessions is that after we discuss these stories, people should have a good idea of who Jesus is and who he claimed to be. You can find my review of the resource and how it worked out in real life here: http://annarapa.blogspot.com/2011/03/encounters-with-jesus-iii-man-born.html (more info) by Anna Rapa
	03.06.2011	none	annarapa	160

Encounters with Jesus IV	This is narrative 4 of 5 designed for storying with post-Christian people. The goal of the 5 sessions is that after we discuss these stories, people should have a good idea of who Jesus is and who he claimed to be. You can find my review of the resource and how it worked out in real life here: http://annarapa.blogspot.com/2011/03/encounters-with-jesus-iv-martha-mary.html (more info) by Anna Rapa
	03.20.2011	none	annarapa	132

Encounters with Jesus V - The Rich Young Ruler	This is narrative 5 of 5 designed for storying with post-Christian people. The goal of the 5 sessions is that after we discuss these stories, people should have a good idea of who Jesus is and who he claimed to be. You can find my review of the resource and how it worked out in real life here: (more info) by Anna Rapa
	04.04.2011		annarapa	140

Evangelicals in an Interfaith World	This is an article that I originally wrote for "CrossCurrents" magazine about being an evangelical Christian involved in interfaith dialogue. I thought that it would provide some helpful insight for other staff who are interested in engaging in interreligious dialogue on their campuses. (more info) by Nicholas M. Price
	10.17.2005	none	nmprice	578

Evangelism	This is my understanding of the DEFINITION of evangelism that should guide our thinking and practice. It's less than a page in length. (more info) by David Suryk
	06.27.2007	none	David_Suryk	809

Exodus 1 Bible Study	1st study in Exodus focusing in upon the theological themes of God's deliverance of Israel through Moses. (more info) by John Bayon
	10.17.2011	none	John_Bayon	60

Exodus 2 Bible Study	2nd study in Exodus focusing in upon the theological themes of God's deliverance of Israel through Moses. (more info) by John Bayon
	10.17.2011	none	John_Bayon	59

Faithfulness at the U of Babylon	Small group Bible study on Daniel 1 with application for graduate students. (more info) by Christian Anible
	09.13.2005	none	Christian_Anible	1224

Is the Reformation Over?	A talk given at Exploring Common Ground II, Lewis University, March 5, 2004. (more info) by Dr. Mark Noll
	03.25.2004	none	Timothy_Miller	2267

John 1.1-18 Bible Study	This series of inductive Bible studies in John's gospel was developed for small groups of undergrads on campus and a small group Bible study at a church. (more info) by John Bayon
	01.01.2009	none	John_Bayon	1293

John 1.19-51 Bible Study	This series of studies in John's gospel was developed for small groups of undergrads on campus and a small group Bible study at a church. (more info) by John Bayon
	10.09.2009	none	John_Bayon	640

John 2 Bible Study (2009)	This series of studies in John's gospel was developed for small groups of undergrads on campus and a small group Bible study at a church. (more info) by John Bayon
	10.09.2009	none	John_Bayon	496

John 3.1-21 Bible Study	This series of studies in John's gospel was developed for small groups of undergrads on campus and a small group Bible study at a church. (more info) by John Bayon
	10.09.2009	none	John_Bayon	1313

John 3.22-36 Bible Study	This series of studies in John's gospel was developed for small groups of undergrads on campus and a small group Bible study at a church. (more info) by John Bayon
	10.09.2009	none	John_Bayon	411

John 4.1-42 Bible Study (2009)	This series of studies in John's gospel was developed for small groups of undergrads on campus and a small group Bible study at a church. (more info) by John Bayon
	10.09.2009	none	John_Bayon	509

John 4.43-54 Bible Study	This series of studies in John's gospel was developed for small groups of undergrads on campus and a small group Bible study at a church. (more info) by John Bayon
	10.09.2009	none	John_Bayon	439

Love Brings Change	The jpg here was used for a flyer for the UC Berkeley Black Campus Ministries event. The theme of the evening is Love Brings Change, with a cross. The image resonates with people who are familiar with the Obama t-shirts and posters that had a red-blue-beige posterized look. It poignantly points to Christ as our hope for change, not in any political leader. (more info) by Wendy Hu-Au
	01.28.2009	none	wendy_hu	439

Mark Manuscript 1-2	This Mark manuscript study brings together the work done by many InterVarsity staff (including Rich Lamb, Curtis Chang & Kathy Tuan-Maclean). The Harvard grad fellowship used these materials to prep small group leaders in in 2001-02. Each study (3-4 pages of notes) takes about 60-90 minutes. (more info) by Various InterVarsity Staff
	03.07.2002		Nathan_Lenz	3735

Mark Manuscript 14	This Mark manuscript study brings together work done by many InterVarsity staff. We've been using these materials to prepare small group leaders in the Harvard Graduate Fellowship in 2001-02. Each study (3-4 pages of notes) takes about 60-90 minutes. (more info) by Rich Lamb, Curtis Chang & Kathy Tuan-Maclean
	03.13.2002	none	Rich_Lamb	1880

Men, Women and Biblical Equality	CBE's statement, "Men, Women, and Biblical Equality" lays out the biblical rationale for equality as well as its application in the community of believers and the family. (more info) by Christians for Biblical Equality
	01.01.1989	none	mdenning	1263

Of Mice and Ministry	A lecture/paper by Mike Woodruff, founder of the Ivy Jungle, an organization that encourages campus ministers of all denominations and stripes. He assesses whether ministries are really addressing and affecting the University itself, or only working in spite of and on the edges of the University. (more info) by Mike Woodruff
	09.08.2008	none	jeff_yourison	654

On "the righteousness of God" in Romans	This brief article seeks to explain what Paul means by "the righteousness of God" in his argument, especially in his letter to the Romans. It's important because it's crucial for understanding who Jesus is and what God has done/is doing through Jesus for the redemption of the world. (more info) by David Suryk
	06.27.2007	none	David_Suryk	1489

On Reasons and Believing the Christian Message	In this talk I investigate whether it's rational or reasonable to believe the Christian message. Do we need evidence to believe? If not, why not? But if so, what counts as evidence? Who decides? On what basis? I want to address the subject of whether bright, thoughtful people—such as people who teach and study in the universities of the world—people who do not yet believe the Christian message—people such as these, do they have good reason to believe? Hopefully this talk will help Christians better understand these issues as well. For thoughtful Christians, of course, the issue is should they believe what they have believed? This is a little piece of religious epistemology and apologetics. (more info) by David Suryk
	02.24.2001	none	David_Suryk	1132

OnCampus Discipleship Training	This module was developed by the Ohio Valley Division of InterVarsity to encapsulate our best discipleship training for students (more info) by Marc Papai
	07.01.2004	none	Marc_Papai	2674

OnCampus Evangelism Training	This 10 week series of Bible studies and experiential learning was developed by the Ohio Valley Division of InterVarsity to help students with our best evangelism training (more info) by Marc Papai
	07.01.2004	none	Marc_Papai	2028

OnCampus Kingdom Training	This is a 10 week series of Bible studies and experiential learning sessions designed by the Ohio Valley Division of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship to help students pursue whole life discipleship (more info) by Marc Papai
	07.01.2004	none	Marc_Papai	2006

Outreach Lectures, suggestions	Practical suggestions for holding a campus-wide lecture for the purpose of outreach. (more info) by Rick Mattson
	01.10.2007	none	Rick_Mattson	851

Overview of John's Gospel	This is an overview of John's gospel created to introduce a small group to a series of studies through John's gospel. (more info) by John Bayon
	10.09.2003	none	John_Bayon	480

Pauline Discipleship	This talk was given to the University of Chicago Graduate Christian Fellowship. They invited me to speak on discipleship from Paul's perspective. I located Paul's discussion in the context of bringing together Jews and Gentiles into One New Humanity, and what that means for us today (more info) by David Suryk
	01.13.2006	none	David_Suryk	1165

Race Matters Script	Used for the Race Matters dinner in the Fall of 2006 at CWRU. Race Matters was an event created to embrace racial reconciliation on campus. The event had an international dinner, student-created movie, and discussion afterwards. This file is the script for the movie. (more info) by Sheila Nemati, Maya Bey, Sara Marshall, Evan Artis
	11.20.2006	none	eric_chen59	1053

Recognizing and Awakening Missional Christian Graduate Students on Campus	This document explores finding missional students in the graduate ministry context and should be read in conjunction with Recognizing and Awakening Missional Christian Students on Campus. (more info) by Nancy Pedulla
	04.02.2009	none	jeff_yourison	452

Recognizing and Awakening Missional Christians on Campus	What is a missional Christian? How can we identify them on campus? This paper explores the characteristics and qualities of missional Christians. This paper also appears in the Chapter Planting and Building Manuals. (more info) by Chris Nichols
	04.02.2009	none	jeff_yourison	729

Recovering Our Christian Mind and Nerve	Tom Trevethan issues a call for courage in living the life of the mind in the university world. This is especially useful for graduate students and faculty, but undergrads and others will find it helpful too. This edition includes discussion questions in the margins, written by Jon Boyd. (more info) by Tom Trevethan
	09.01.1996	none	Jon_Boyd	1106

Regent U School of Law IVCF Scholarship	This is an invitation to apply for the Regent University School of Law InterVarsity Christian Fellowship Scholarship. Up to $8,000 - $22,000, depending on LSAT scores. Instructions and URLs included. (more info) by Regent University
	10.29.2007	none	jeff_yourison	617

Shepherding Reflection Sheet	Based on Rich Lamb's Images of Leadership, Shepherd Image, this reflection sheet helps leaders reflect on and apply the Shepherding Image to their lives. (more info) by Wendy Hu-Au
	04.01.2005	none	wendy_hu	1118

Simple Proxe Ideas	4 easy proxies that worked well for us at Santa Rosa Jr College (more info) by Kurt Thiel
	11.07.2011	none	kurt_Thiel	29

Six chapter planting essentials in the commuter and urban context	This working paper explores the issues surrounding chapter planting in urban and commuter campus settings. Covers prayer, vision, outreach, gathering, and catalytic events. Send comments to Marcia Wang (author) and Jeff Yourison (editor). (more info) by Marcia J. Wang
	06.03.2008	none	jeff_yourison	986

Small Group Tracking Sheet	This sheet provides space for small group leaders to track some of the important components of small group life, including discussion leaders, text, attendance, and prompts for biweekly emails to participants. (more info) by Jason Ingalls
	03.01.2007	none	Jason_Ingalls	1082

Spectrum of Seeker Events	Outreach events vary in their intensity and gospel content. The Spectrum of Seeker Events helps fellowships zero in on who they're trying to reach and design an outreach strategy that fits the need. (more info) by Rick Mattson
	01.10.2007	none	Rick_Mattson	1058

Spiritual Longings	An outline of notes from a brief talk given at the end of a three-day retreat for graduate students in Southern California (held at Camp Sa-Ha-Le in Big Bear Lake, California). The substance of the reflections are four short stories on facets of desire or longing we bring to God, including stories involving Annie Dillard, early desert monks, Solomon, Parker Palmer, and a choir of angels. (more info) by Jon Boyd
	06.26.2005	none	Jon_Boyd	1096

Studies for Grad Students in the Gospel of John	These are discussion oriented studies in the first 12 chapters of the gospel of John that address issues grad students encounter in the university world. (more info) by Trish McDonnell Baker
	08.26.2011	none	Trish_McDonnell_Baker	82

Summer Regression	I wrote this in the style of the Screwtape Letters. It's a memorandum that fell into my hands detailing how to derail students in their Christian walk who return home during the summer. (more info) by David Suryk
	05.12.2009	none	David_Suryk	398

Supplement to Pauline Discipleship Talk	These materials were put online for the U of Chicago grad students who attended Suryk's talk on Pauline discipleship to have for later. Includes outlines, diagrams, and a bibliography. (more info) by David Suryk
	01.13.2006	none	David_Suryk	1048

Testimony of an ISM chapter planter	Yii-Shyun Lin, former ISM area director for the Greater Los Angeles Division, shares lessons learned from planting an International Student Ministries chapter and coaching two other plants. This paper discussion non-Christian involvement, short-term students, communicating vision, reaching out and more. (more info) by Yii-Shyun Lin
	06.03.2008	none	jeff_yourison	728

The Counseling Community	A critique of the classic model of pastoral counseling (one on one, professional, etc.) and a description of how a counseling community operates in student ministry. (more info) by Curtis Chang
	03.09.2000	none	Timothy_Miller	1266

The Jew + Gentile New Humanity	This is a diagram that synthesize Paul's teachings on what God is doing to create One New Humanity in Christ Jesus. IT is a NEW Humanity that is Abraham's true descendants. (more info) by David Suryk
	06.27.2007	none	David_Suryk	735

The Lord Jesus' Authority and the OT Law	This exegetical paper examines how the Lord Jesus displayed both complete lordship over the law and submission to it in his ministry teaching. Though the paper uses the Greek text, it is accessible to non-Greek readers. (more info) by John Bayon
	12.06.2004	none	John_Bayon	1768

The Missional Church	This is really three articles from a journal called Theology Matters. The first article is an introduction to the concept of the missional church that I think is very helpful. (more info) by Alex Roxburgh
	12.21.2006	none	mdenning	1326

Time Diet	Create a personal calendar that reflects your most important values. The Time Diet cuts out unwanted "fat" from your schedule and helps you accomplish your goals. (more info) by Rick Mattson
	01.10.2007	none	Rick_Mattson	1129

University of Illinois-Urbana Grad IV Vision Statement	This is an overview of the Four Ministry Commitments of the Graduate InterVarsity Chapter at University of Illinois at Urbana. (more info) by David Suryk
	07.15.2002	none	David_Suryk	643

Visit Faculty in their Offices	Ideas to help you stop by a professor's office and not feel awkward, but serve him or her and get invited back, forming the foundation of a flourishing friendship. (more info) by Terry Morrison
	07.09.2007	none	stanw	693

What Is a Chapter Leader, GFM-Style?	A description of both the values and tasks expected of a chapter leader, modified from another document to be more applicable to GFM work. (more info) by Chandra Crane
	02.14.2007	none	chandra_crane	831

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