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Calvin University's official student newspaper since 1907

Calvin University Chimes

Since 1907
Calvin University's official student newspaper since 1907

Calvin University Chimes

Calvin University's official student newspaper since 1907

Calvin University Chimes

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“The Church and Mental Illness”

Lexi Jones, Guest Writer
September 28, 2018

Religious or not, you’re aware that the Church claims to be a source of support and refuge. Sure. Congregations can hold food pantries, collect winter coats, or throw a few extra coins in the bucket...

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Chaplain Mary Hulst publishes first book

Lexi Jones
April 18, 2016

“There is much about preaching that is mysterious. And there is much about it that is incredibly practical. This book focuses on the latter.” Chaplain Mary Hulst’s book “A Little Handbook for...

ISIS releases 160 ransomed Assyrian hostages

Lexi Jones
March 6, 2016

Close to the first anniversary of 21 coptic martyrs being beheaded on a Libyan beach, the final 43 hostages were released by ISIS after receiving ransom payments, according to Assyrian sources and activist...

Chinese Church prevent displaying of Christian crosses

Lexi Jones
February 25, 2016

Since 2013, 1,500 Protestant and Catholic churches in China have had their crosses removed from the sacred dwellings. The Chinese government officials say Christian symbols have crossed the line. In...

Pope Francis meets with Russian Orthodox leader, Patriarch Kirill

Lexi Jones
February 20, 2016

Meetings between top level leaders are not unusual, but this one is especially noteworthy. For the first time since the 11th century, leaders of the Roman Catholic and Russian Orthodox churches met to...

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Calvin bible studies study “All the Places to Go…How Will you Know?” by John Ortberg

Lexi Jones
February 14, 2016

College is a time many individuals not only question what opportunities to take or reject, but sometimes overlook the chances God gives to be fruitful and prosperous. John Ortberg’s book “All the Places...

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