Loving Friends Who Leave the Faith

After my disastrous encounter in the deli with Kyle, I decided to learn everything I could about loving people through faith transitions. As someone deeply committed to the way of Jesus, how I treat other people in their moments of doubt, disillusionment, and disbelief matters.

Answered Prayers & Chapter Replants: Emma’s & Torie’s Story

When she was a student at the University of North Carolina-Wilmington, God used InterVarsity to give Emma a deep love for the Bible, build friendships, and spark her calling into ministry. But after she graduated, Emma’s former InterVarsity chapter dwindled and eventually closed. Then, one day, Emma got a phone call out of the blue.

Broken Toes, Bouncy Balls & the Search for Life

Inherently, we know that the act of breathing, blinking, existing isn’t enough. We were made for more. We want to feel alive. And whether we’re aware of it or not, the way we go about our lives shows what kinds of things we believe will give us life.

3 Tips to Build Your Resume with Your InterVarsity Experience

As a former InterVarsity student and campus minister, I know the struggle of making your skills and experiences as an InterVarsity student really pop on resumes and in job interviews. But I’m here to help you!

“The Mark Drama” and the Powerful Intersection of Faith and Art

"The Mark Drama" was one of the most powerful demonstrations of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection that I’d ever witnessed.

Humility in an Age of Cynicism

Our hope is ultimately secure in the concrete future of Jesus returning to make all things new. But what do we do with the smaller stories of our lives? 

When the World Feels Like a Dumpster Fire — Finding Peace

It’s not just the outer world that can leave us feeling like life is a dumpster fire. There are all the struggles in our personal lives we can’t just turn off with a push of a button.

When the World Feels Like a Dumpster Fire — Making Friends

Our social skills are rusty, and our emotional tanks are empty. At the same time, we’ve developed a sharpened awareness of the vitality of forging those friendships. So how do we do it?

Reaching Students (When You’re Afraid of Humans) — An Alabama Story

“It had to be geese …” InterVarsity campus minister Amanda Koch muttered under her breath.

Prayer, Self-Care & Mental Health — Serving Others Well

Following Jesus’ example is the best way to help others: we need to go away by ourselves for prayer and quality time with God.

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