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Dwelling in childlike faith: reflections on Torrey Conference

Dwelling in childlike faith: reflections on Torrey Conference
Students reflect on how Torrey Conference’s “Childlike” themes invited them to rest, listen, and rediscover wonder as children of God in their faith and community
Lindy Lowe, Opinions Editor October 15, 2025

As Torrey Conference 2025 has come to a close and students have returned to the rhythm of daily life, the question remains: how are we to carry what we’ve learned into the throws of daily life? Beyond the packed sessions and moments of worship, the conference invited us to pause and dwell on what it...

Not just another indie worship band: Marra redefines the sound of Torrey

Not just another indie worship band: Marra redefines the sound of Torrey
Born out of friendship and a call from God, Marra blends indie-inspired lyricism with heartfelt worship as they invite students into intimacy with God through their music.
Lucas Brown, News & Politics Editor October 10, 2025

Alongside a myriad of guest speakers, breakout sessions, and activities, this year’s Torrey Memorial Bible Conference features music from Marra, a worship band made up of Biola alumni. In line with the conference’s 2025 theme–”Childlike”–Marra hopes to elevate the Torrey conference experience...

Can Torrey spark revival?

Can Torrey spark revival?
Some Christians believe the United States is experiencing revival, making this year’s Torrey Conference especially unique.
Madison Tucker and Connor Do October 10, 2025

This week, the Torrey Memorial Bible Conference was an opportunity to slow down and let God speak to us through main sessions, breakout speakers and experiential sites. Conferences and large Christian gatherings, like Torrey, can spark conversations about spiritual renewal and revival. Past Biola conferences...

The art of staying childlike: an interview with Professor Chris Davidson

The art of staying childlike: an interview with Professor Chris Davidson
As this year’s Torrey Conference unpacks the theme of childlike faith, Professor Chris Davidson explores how creativity, poetry and discipline can open us up to childlike wonder.
Shelby LaPorte, Entertainment Editor October 9, 2025

This year’s Torrey Conference dived deep into the idea of childlike faith with the help of several speakers. Chris Davidson, a professor of English here at Biola University, will be hosting one of the nine breakout sessions on Wednesday, discussing how faith and creativity impact one another. BECOMING...

Tips for Torrey Conference

Tips for Torrey Conference
Students share past experiences of the annual Torrey Conference at Biola.
Ella Flowers, Staff Writer October 8, 2025

Torrey Conference 2025 is quickly approaching campus, with banners hanging across campus and a daily countdown outside of the Student Union Building. It's not difficult to sense the excitement that Biola has for this annual event. However, new students may wonder, what exactly should they expect to gain...

Wholehearted — Torrey Conference 2024

Students worshiping at Torrey Conference 2024
An overview of Biola’s 89th Torrey Memorial Bible Conference

Early on the morning of Oct. 9, hundreds of students lined up outside Chase Gymnasium, eagerly awaiting the start of Biola’s 89th Torrey Memorial Bible Conference. This year’s theme — Wholehearted — delves into how we Christians can worship God with our whole being and our undivided attention....

Wholehearted worship with One Voice

One Voice Worship at Biola’s annual Torrey Memorial Bible Conference 2024
One Voice Worship leads Biola community in worship for Torrey Conference 2024
Alexis Marion, Staff Writer October 15, 2024

Every year, when the fall months roll in, Biola holds Torrey Conference, inviting some of the most talented worship leaders throughout the country to lead students together in music. This year, Washington state-based One Voice Worship led the student body in passionate moments of praise, using electric...

Torrey Conference 2023: “Grace and Truth”

Biola hosts its annual Torrey Conference. The community congregates in Chase Gymnasium to worship and learn about grace and truth.
Finding “Grace and Truth” in topics of race, sex and doubt.

DAY ONE, SESSION ONE Chase gymnasium was filled with people as many gathered to learn and worship about grace and truth at Biola’s annual Torrey Conference. This year’s theme covered topics on race, sex and doubt centered around John 1:14.  The first session opened with worship by Davy Flowers...

Chimes News Quiz!

Chimes News Quiz!
Have you been following our coverage? Brush up on the biggest news stories of the past two weeks.
Dalet Valles, Editor-in-Chief October 15, 2022

Usual Suspects dance crew dances through Sola Soul and Torrey Conference

Usual Suspects dance crew energizes the crowd at Sola Soul.
Usual Suspects continues to grow and gain momentum as they defy misconceptions of dance by bringing in diversity and unity to campus.
Fashion Castillo-Delgadillo, Arts & Entertainment Editor October 7, 2022

A previously taboo topic at Biola changed how students worship and bring diversity to campus. Kickstarting at Sola Soul during the 2021 Torrey Conference last year, the Usual Suspects dance crew introduced a new perspective on how students can perform in a God-honoring way.  FOUNDING OF USUAL SUSPECTS Emily...

Torrey Conference 2022: “The Way”

“The Way” shows a path of suffering into alignment with God.
Emily Coffey, Hannah Larson, and Ryan Wingert October 5, 2022

DAY ONE, SESSION 1 The first session for Torrey Conference kicked off with on-campus dance group “The Usual Suspects Crew,” spinning across the stage alongside a spoken word performance by senior English and commercial music major Evan Dickerson. The contemporary dance group set the stage for...

Ablaze Conference kicks off with a bang

The crowd enjoys worship during the Torrey / Ablaze cross-over session on night two.
The Jesus People Movement join Torrey Conference on Metzger Lawn.
Julianne Foster and Caleb Jonker October 8, 2021

On Oct. 7, Biolans and attendees from across the country attended the fourth Torrey Conference session in combination with the first Ablaze Conference session.  The Ablaze Conference is hosted by the Center for the Study of the Work and Ministry of the Holy Spirit and the Wheaton College Billy Graham...