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The Chimes

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The Chimes

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The Chimes

Cupcakes become calling

Senior nursing major Linda Venegas eats one of her cupcakes.
Senior nursing major Linda Venegas’ business LJV Cupcakes has experienced great success.
Jessica Goddard, Features Editor March 6, 2018

Linda Venegas, senior nursing major, had always seen baking as simply a hobby and a time to talk to God, but when God woke her up at 5 a.m. on Jan. 15 with the vision of a cupcake company, she knew her hobby had turned into something more. Within two hours of receiving the vision, she had established...

Church youth are called to speak

Church youth are called to speak
Examine Elihu as an example of admonishment.
Ashley Brimmage, Opinions Editor February 6, 2018

Upon entering Biola, students are encouraged to get involved in the local church. We have heard President Barry Corey and others in authority speak on the importance and influence of involvement in community upon spiritual and personal growth. FEED OTHERS—STOP TAKING So we volunteer, get hired...

Operation Christmas Child returns

Jana Eller, Office Manager November 27, 2017

As students flocked to the Caf for the Thanksgiving meal, many stopped by the Caf Banquet Room to help pack over 200 boxes full of toys and supplies for children around the world for Biola’s second annual Operation Christmas Child on Nov. 16. BOXES AND MEMORIES Hosted by 6th Street Public Relations and Samaritan’s...

Custodians bring joy to campus

Julianna Hernandez/THE CHIMES
The men and women behind the scenes make this campus look immaculate.
Julianna Hernandez, News Editor (Spring 2019) November 7, 2017
The men and women behind the scenes make this campus look immaculate.

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.

Outreach with a new beat

Jason Lin/THE CHIMES
Students hear from Chinese missionary on participating in missions.
Rebecca Mitchell, Writer March 7, 2017
Students hear from Chinese missionary on participating in missions.

Commuter Life hires new assistant director

Chak Hee Lo/ THE CHIMES
Former pastor hopes to develop leaders through Commuter Life.
Peter Bradley, Writer November 29, 2016
Former pastor hopes to develop leaders through Commuter Life.

Culture and Christianity

Chak Hee Lo/ THE CHIMES
Asian-Americans gather to learn about the importance of diversity and unity in the church.
Jessica Goddard, Writer November 9, 2016
Asian-Americans gather to learn about the importance of diversity and unity in the church.

Hope rises through Japanese ministry

Katie Evensen/THE CHIMES
Students seek to support Japan, a frequently overlooked mission field.
Bethany Higa, Writer May 11, 2016
Students seek to support Japan, a frequently overlooked mission field.

Coffee for Christ

Photo courtesy of True Tamplin
A new ministry organization seeks to form bonds with non-believers over brewed drinks and conversation.
Brittni Coffeen, Writer April 13, 2016
A new ministry organization seeks to form bonds with non-believers over brewed drinks and conversation.

A friend saw beyond my cultural differences

Photo courtesy of Abigail Anderson
During her time in Tanzania, Abigail Andersen grew close with a local girl who had the courage to stand up for her.
Abigail Andersen, Writer March 23, 2016
During her time in Tanzania, Abigail Andersen grew close with a local girl who had the courage to stand up for her.

Solidarity exists through transparent conversations

Elise Kelly/THE CHIMES
NakID Ministries provides a safe community for students seeking open discussion on sexuality and faith.
Elise Kelly, Writer October 28, 2015
NakID Ministries provides a safe community for students seeking open discussion on sexuality and faith.