Can I do that?

Melissa* stopped by our table on campus. She had been on her way to class and was attracted by the surrounding group. Melissa hadn’t grown up in church, but she had recently been sensing a desire to explore spirituality. After a friendly chat with some staff and students, she thought she would give Chi Alpha … Continue reading →

Hungry for the Holy Spirit

She waited patiently while I talked with students following my breakout on the Holy Spirit at the Northeast Chi Alpha SALT Conference. Then she asked, “Can I lose the Holy Spirit?”  As I addressed her heart-felt question, I was struck by how this group of students was engaging the topic differently. So often when I spoke about encountering the … Continue reading →

A Great Way to Give.

Your generosity is legendary! For more than 25 years, our campus ministry has been supported by it. Hundreds of students have been introduced to Jesus, have found community, healing, and purpose, and have been empowered to change the world because of your willingness to invest in our calling. On behalf of those students, I want to … Continue reading →

Thankful.

It’s time to give thanks! The shot above was taken at the end of our Chi Alpha Thanksgiving event. It represents an amazingly diverse group of students, gathered together. They are at different places in their faith journey. Some are eagerly following Jesus, others are simply curious but they’re connected through the ministry of Chi Alpha. Holidays … Continue reading →

Reaching Students.

John* walked into our Wednesday Night Live meeting all by himself. He was searching for something. When I approached him, he said he found us through an online search. I was impressed. It’s not too often that someone shows up because they found our website. I introduced him around and invited him to my small … Continue reading →

“I have many questions…”

This past week we were able to host Bethany, one of our former students from American University to share about her ministry to Muslims in the Middle East. Following her talk, Mariam*, a VCU student who had been invited by a friend, approached her. She said, “I am a Muslim and I have many questions.” … Continue reading →

The Latest…

Our spring newsletter is here! Follow the link to read the latest from our ministry to students in Richmond and beyond.

Making an Impact

I have one prayer request for every mission trip I take: that our team would be a blessing. My brother published this story on his blog a few days ago. It shows how God went beyond my expectations to answer that prayer. Take a few minutes to read the post and celebrate with us!

Great news…

We just wrapped up our first semester @ Virginia Commonwealth University and have some great things to share. Check out @ our latest newletter and while you’re there, hit the subscribe button on the top left corner. Thanks for taking a look!

Our New Ride

If you’ve seen us driving around Richmond lately, you may have noticed we got ourselves a new ride. This swaggerwagon came courtesy of Speed the Light an amazing ministry of the Assemblies of God National Youth Ministry that provides vehicles and equipment to missionaries all over the world. So thanks STL and the awesome churches … Continue reading →