ESN frequently commissions new material designed for Christian academics to use in the seasons of the church calendar. In the past few years, our talented authors have created an impressive archive of ESN material for the Advent/Christmas and Lent/Easter seasons. We're so grateful to have so many authors sharing their perspectives and experiences of the season. This year, with some big transitions and new projects in the works, we've decided instead to create a list of Advent resources you may find helpful this year, … [Read more...] about Resources for Advent
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A Prayer from Andrea Bridges at The Well
Earlier this summer, we were delighted to welcome Andrea Bridges as a colleague. Andrea is the new editor for The Well, InterVarsity Christian Fellowship USA's online magazine and community for women in the academy and professions. Today, Andrea shares a favorite prayer from The Book of Common Prayer to encourage Christian academics and others as we enjoy the summer and look toward our fall labors. … [Read more...] about A Prayer from Andrea Bridges at The Well
Science Corner: Objects in Poster May Be Further Away Than They Appear
In the week when nerds make their annual pilgrimage to San Diego Comic-Con, I couldn't resist this little tidbit on science fiction meets science fact. Last week, a poster was revealed for the upcoming Star Wars movie Rogue One. As you can see, the Death Star looms large over a surface-bound skirmish. While fully acknowledging that the Death Star doesn't exist as such and so obviously computer graphics and Photoshop were involved in rendering this image for our galaxy, one might wonder if it would be physically possible … [Read more...] about Science Corner: Objects in Poster May Be Further Away Than They Appear
“Christian Faculty Mentoring Students” Resources
Christian Faculty Mentoring Students and Beyond Academics: Kelly Arispe and Spanish Linguistics are two of several excellent resources for Faculty Ministry. As you may guess, I'm really excited about the growing bank of resources focused on gathering students and faculty together. Yes, another subtle plug for what has been referred to as Dinner Table Conversations :-) Read, share, discuss, brainstorm on summer/fall gatherings for conversation/storytelling/mentoring. . . . For additional material visit … [Read more...] about “Christian Faculty Mentoring Students” Resources
Review: March Madness ’14 Finals, Dialogue . . .
Integrating faith & field vs. Realizing justice in action Yes, we've made it to the finals of ESN March Madness '14. I have learned a lot as we have wrestled with the question: What is the most pressing issue for the Christian to engage when journeying in higher ed? Please share your vote and invite others to do likewise. Winner will be announced on Good Friday (4/18). Note: If you haven't voted in ESN March Madness '14 (and invited others to do likewise), now is the time to engage to make sure your … [Read more...] about Review: March Madness ’14 Finals, Dialogue . . .