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“Mother Teresa of Cairo” receives award at Missions Conference

President Barry Corey praying with "Mama Maggie" Groban.
Students learn about God’s power of the darkness in Egypt and around the world.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief March 14, 2018

As “Mama Maggie” Groban delivered her acceptance speech for the 2018 Charles W. Colson Conviction and Courage Award, a sound broke through the still air of Chase Gymnasium—a baby’s cry. Gobran, often called the “Mother Teresa of Cairo” for her work with the orphans and impoverished families...

World Horizons broadens internship opportunities

Landscape photo of buildings in other country
Danielle McConnell and Ana Waltschew reflect on their experiences of dancing and serving refugees as ministry.
Caitlin Blackmon, Features Apprentice March 13, 2018

Although hardly accessible through the wave of students, this week’s booths will boast opportunities to serve others in numerous parts of the world. World Horizons provided two students, in particular, with life-transforming service opportunities. A HEART FOR MISSIONS IN SOUTHEAST ASIA This coming...

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...

Culture and Christianity

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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.

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.