The SALTIness of Missions
Arjuna Chigiluri calls students to Start the conversation, Ask questions, Listen, Turn the conversation deeper, and Integrate Jesus.
Jehn Kubiak, Writer
• March 18, 2017
Biola shines for Christmas

The annual Christmas Tree Lighting adds new worship elements.
Daisy Gonzalez, Writer
• December 1, 2016
Show vulnerability in the midst of shame.

In session A, Curt Thompson discusses the act of abandoning shame and taking on vulnerability by testimonial discussion.
Kendall Jarboe, Writer
• October 19, 2016
Students pursue a home church

Research shows that people looking for a new church search for quality of sermons and warm welcomes.
Rebecca Mitchell, Writer
• September 14, 2016
Gospel Choir to rejoice in its legacy
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Previous members and directors of the Gospel Choir gather together with current members to celebrate the 30th Gospel Fest.
Rebecca Mitchell, Writer
• April 20, 2016
No room for chapel bands

Chapel bands without worship majors struggle to find rehearsal space.
Samantha Gassaway, Writer
• April 19, 2016
I brought living water to Honduras

While on a mission trip, student Nicole De La Riva formed close community bonds by digging trenches and ministering through conversation.
Nicole De La Riva, Writer
• April 6, 2016
When the Sabbath proves nigh

For pastors and worship leaders, the Christian day of rest is anything but restful.
Samantha Gassaway, Writer
• March 23, 2016
Worship without words
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Student Kathryn Homoki and alumna Lydia Rankin share how non-verbal worship provides another layer to the worship experience.
Rebecca Mitchell, Writer
• March 9, 2016
SMU proclaims Missions Conference theme

The 87th conference from March 9-11 focuses around the word ‘proclaim.’
Melissa Hedrick, Writer
• March 7, 2016
Diversity of worship
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Unique styles of worship grow through chapels and student groups.
Jenna Kubiak, Writer
• May 12, 2015
Worship transcends words
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Worship at a recent chapel included parts which were not in English, which inexplicably made many students uncomfortable.
Chimes Staff, Writer
• November 5, 2014
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