The first day

A start to a new school year, new job, new home. Where is God in this?

Cafe group: God with us

Sep 6, 2018 | Cafe Groups, Monthly Topic

September 2018 The first day by Jenna Pulkowski A start to a new school year, new job, new home--where is God in this? Read more Faith reflections: Those that cry out for rest and relief by Jenna Pulkowski Psalm 34 is one of many psalms and passages that illustrate...

A Litany for the Homesick

Sep 6, 2018 | Monthly Topic

Café writer, Jennifer Hall recommends getting in touch with a faith community on campus, joining different groups, and taking a leap of faith when meeting others. These new circles may or may not become part of your story—but even if not, they might lead...

Those that cry out for rest and relief

Sep 6, 2018 | Faith Reflections, Monthly Topic

by Jenna Pulkowski I have a confession to make. As I write this, I am so darn tired. And while part of that’s because I didn’t sleep well last night, another part is that everything around me feels like it’s always rushing. I live in Chicago, so there are always...

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