| 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 |
1823
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| 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 |
496
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| 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 |
954
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| 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 |
403
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| 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 |
183
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| 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 |
286
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| Aristotle on Friendship |
Extended sections from Nichomachian Ethics on the topic of Friendship. (more info)
by Aristotle |
| 04.05.2000 |
none |
Rich_Lamb |
1115
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| 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 |
923
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| 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 |
115
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| 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 |
358
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| 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 |
453
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| 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 |
384
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| 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 |
233
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| 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 |
934
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| 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 |
1923
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| 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 |
122
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| 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 |
385
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| 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 |
882
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| 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 |
1731
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| 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 |
118
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| 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 |
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Nathan_Lenz |
2098
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| 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 |
1023
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| 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 |
897
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| 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 |
255
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| 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 |
569
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| 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 |
742
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| 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 |
1540
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| 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 |
1262
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| 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 |
1260
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| 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 |
528
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| 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 |
735
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| 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 |
583
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| 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 |
93
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| 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 |
194
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| 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 |
858
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| 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 |
273
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| 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 |
755
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| 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 |
467
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| 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 |
580
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| 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 |
617
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| 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 |
773
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| 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 |
115
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| 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 |
682
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| 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 |
346
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| 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 |
852
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| 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 |
350
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| 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 |
959
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| 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 |
713
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| 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 |
678
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| 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 |
312
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| 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 |
376
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| 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 |
501
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