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The Chimes

Calvary Chapel renovations connect abstract art and worship

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The new vision for Calvary Chapel focuses on creating a sacred space of worship through art.
Macie Cummings, News Editor (Fall 2018) September 25, 2018

As students returned to campus to begin the new semester, one of Biola’s landmarks entered a new golden age—literally. With the Calvary Chapel renovations complete, students can now witness abstract art created by Danish artists Peter Brandes and his wife Maja Lisa Engelhardt, who used their...

Calvary Chapel dedication ceremony focuses on the rebirth of a sacred space

Jacqueline Valmont wears a veil during her performance in the newly renovated Calvary Chapel during its dedication ceremony.
The renovated Calvary Chapel officially debuted to Biola faculty and students the first week of September.
Macie Cummings, News Editor (Fall 2018) September 7, 2018

A dedication ceremony for Calvary Chapel was held Friday consisting of worship, speakers and poetry in order to create a space of celebration for the completed chapel, followed by a lunch reception. The ceremony was centered heavily around dedication of the chapel through prayer. There were several...

Facilities management rolls up their sleeves

Calvary Chapel interior
Over the summer, facilities management will work on several projects in and around Calvary Chapel.
Rebecca Mitchell, Managing Editor April 23, 2018

While the semester wraps up for students, facilities management will soon begin working on many projects that will continue throughout the summer. The projects range from Calvary Chapel renovations to restoring Sigma Hall to a live video feed connection between Sutherland Hall and Calvary Chapel....