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The Chimes

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The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Al Janssen shares stories of faith under pressure

Author, editor and priest Al Janssen shared a message to students during Session 2 of Missions Conference 2026.
Christian author and Missions Conference speaker Al Janssen reflects on the persecuted church, the power of storytelling and how faithfulness can shape a calling over time.
Ava Saputo, Staff Writer March 19, 2026

As Biola prepares for this year’s Missions Conference, students will hear from a speaker whose life’s work has been shaped by the global church. Al Janssen is a Christian author, editor, and priest with over 40 years of experience in publishing and ministry. He has written more than 30 books,...

Missions Conference 2024: “Unhindered”

Sanctified Vessels leads worship for Missions Conference.
Biola welcomes the community to reflect on their role in the Great Commission.

Biola University held its 94th annual Missions Conference, being the largest student-led conference in the world. “Every year since the foundation of this mobilizing movement, Biola’s Missions Conference has sought to educate, equip and inspire students to embrace their role in the completion...