One of our elders, a twenty-something law student, explained recently, “Living in D.C. as a young woman, I could live my whole life and never talk to someone who is older.” She went on to tell us that the reason why she attends Western Presbyterian Church is because she has a chance to be with people from all different generations.
And it is wonderful to see—we have Christmas Pageants with responsible college students working as stage director, making sure that the costumes stay on. We have Easter hunts, with young professionals stuffing eggs. And all throughout the year, recent graduates learn from young parents, how to juggle the challenges of careers and raising children. Men and women who are getting their first “real” job have a chance to talk to retiring people, and learn what they need to negotiate now, in order to be prepared for the future.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
The Church is ALIVE at United Campus Ministry!
If you have any doubt about the merits of campus ministry...watch this video!
Carol Howard-Merritt and the crew from United Campus Ministry in our nation's capital share some testimony about the impact of campus ministry on their lives. We are reminded that campus ministry provides a place of worship, spiritual development, and Christian fellowship for students who might not have the opportunity for these things otherwise! As John Welton says towards the end, it is the comfort and the challenge of the gospel that calls people into this fellowship and out into the world.
If you aren't a part of a campus ministry...get involved! If your campus doesn't have one set up...take charge and work to set one up! The spirit of the Lord is alive and moving in campus ministry!
The Church is alive!
Thanks be to God!
Check 'em out here: http://www.ucmcollegepark.org/
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