This summer I took a break from my regular responsibilities to serve in the Institute of Biblical Studies (IBS), which provides biblical and theological training for Cru staff members. The Bible informs all we do in Cru, whether we are proclaiming the gospel, helping ground men and women in the […]
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Four Roles of Creativity
When I joined the Campus Innovation team here in Indy last year, I knew I’d have opportunities to use my creative skills. After all, Innovation’s mission is to create fresh, new ways to connect people to Jesus. But what I didn’t expect was that our ministry leaders would ask us […]
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Questions for Studying God’s Word
Twice a year I coach a small group for a Cru class in Bible Study Methods. Last month I was one of 31 coaches leading online groups. It was a joy to guide five new Cru staff members in learning skills to help them dig into scripture and let it […]
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Give Thanks
We give thanks to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ (Colossians 1:3, NASB) “Happy Thanksgiving” – those words probably seem out of place for most of us in this year of pandemic, isolation, and political and social upheaval. Some of you reading this have experienced significant struggles and […]
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The Power for Unity
I recently coached a small group for Cru’s Bible Study Methods class, a required course for all staff members. I’ve done this twice before, but because of COVID-19, this was unique – the entire class took place online. Between the group sessions and coaches’ meetings, I spent four hours on […]
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