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The Chimes

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The Chimes

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The Chimes

Our understanding of liberty guides our future

Our understanding of liberty guides our future
A choice between liberty and freedom will define the success of our future.
Peter Rothermel VI March 13, 2018

Today, we find our society in a war between liberty and freedom, permeating every level of our society.  How this war ends will define the course of our nation. This war not only implicates the nation, but also the American church. If the church chooses to understand the freedom of Christ to mean we...

Culture strips church of identity

Culture strips church of identity
Logan Zeppieri, Opinions Editor March 13, 2018

Over spring break, B Street Theatre opened a new season featuring the play "Gandhi!", a story about a middle school boy in detention who must read Gandhi's autobiography. In each passing scene, Monhondus begins to delight in the lessons of his people’s ancestor. The play climaxes with Monhondus...

That Time I…joined the women’s march

"Jesus believes in women" sign
Marching in solidarity with other women brought to mind thoughts about the church and feminism.
Jessica Goddard, Features Editor January 23, 2018

I think I have always been a feminist—not the man-hating, bra-burning type, but the equality for all type. Even from my earliest years, I pushed back against those who called me subordinate to men in the eyes of God. I was ambitious, feisty and determined to do something great in my life, despite the...

Seek church community

Caitlin Gaines/THE CHIMES
Christians learn to navigate the dichotomy of a flourishing 21st century Church.
Ashley Brimmage, Writer October 17, 2017
Christians learn to navigate the dichotomy of a flourishing 21st century Church.

The Spirit forms freedom

The Spirit forms freedom
Leon Harris describes the true meaning of freedom.
Jessica Goddard, Writer October 11, 2017
Leon Harris describes the true meaning of freedom.

Students seek involvement in local church

Stephen Frederick/THE CHIMES
Survey of students shows they value attending church regularly.
Rebecca Mitchell, Writer April 12, 2017
Survey of students shows they value attending church regularly.

Irish evangelism sets example

The tactics and dedication of Saint Patrick motivate and inspire modern missionaries.
Samantha Gassaway, Writer March 21, 2017
The tactics and dedication of Saint Patrick motivate and inspire modern missionaries.

Christian mask affects campus life

Eliana Park/ THE CHIMES
Students are expected to cultivate a cool and collected outward appearance.
Justin Yun, Writer November 30, 2016
Students are expected to cultivate a cool and collected outward appearance.

Election provokes emotional response

Maddi Seyfarth/ THE CHIMES
After Trump becomes president-elect, students share their reactions.
Rebecca Mitchell, Writer November 16, 2016
After Trump becomes president-elect, students share their reactions.

Community wakes up to diversity

Caroline Sommers/ THE CHIMES
Administration follows up on the Living Out Kingdom Diversity event.
Daisy Gonzalez, Writer November 16, 2016
Administration follows up on the Living Out Kingdom Diversity event.

Students pursue a home church

Infographic by Tony Flores/ THE CHIMES
Research shows that people looking for a new church search for quality of sermons and warm welcomes.
Rebecca Mitchell, Writer September 14, 2016
Research shows that people looking for a new church search for quality of sermons and warm welcomes.

When the Sabbath proves nigh

John Uy/THE CHIMES
For pastors and worship leaders, the Christian day of rest is anything but restful.
Samantha Gassaway, Writer March 23, 2016
For pastors and worship leaders, the Christian day of rest is anything but restful.