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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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Inmates in ministry program engaged in asking questions

Bethany Cok
April 7, 2016

“We’re going to start with a quiz,” announced Calvin religion professor Christiana deGroot, “so everyone clear your desks.” There were some groans, as well as an enthusiastic “Let’s go,”...

Creating A Community: A Look at Heartside Ministry

Sophie VanSickle
September 11, 2015

Though not a homeless shelter, Heartside Ministry is full of resources to help those in need. They provide free services in support of giving everyone a chance at improving themselves in whichever area...

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Calvin discusses possible ministry undergraduate degree for prisoners

Rebecca Wheeler
October 27, 2014

Calvin College and Seminary are considering the possibility of offering undergraduate ministry training to prisoners at Handlon Prison in Ionia, MI. The training would allow inmates to earn a Ministry...

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Seminary events inform students

Katelyn Bosch
October 23, 2014

This week Calvin hosted two events to help students explore their interests in seminary: a workshop titled “What is Seminary?” led by professors Matt Lundberg and Todd Cioffi and the seminary fair,...

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Recent alumni in missions reflect on Calvin experience

Jeremy Smith
October 2, 2014

“Whether you're called to be a pastor, an organic farmer, a sociologist, a teacher — or just about anything — you're an essential part of the life and work of God's church.” The statement comes...

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Nonprofit supports single fathers in Grand Rapids and beyond

Connor Sterchi
February 27, 2014

For years, personal trainer Matt Haviland coached people at Maximus Fitness Center in training regimens, exercising and strength building. This unlikely venue was the beginning of a chain of events that...

Calvin students worship with prisoners

Sarah Stripp
November 7, 2013

On the third Sunday of every month, approximately five Calvin students go to the Kent County jail.  They do not go under an arrest warrant, but instead to worship with the men in two or three different...

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Christian ministries in the national parks offers opportunity to serve

Erica Mullins
October 24, 2013

“Encountering God in the wonders of creation,” reads the back of a flier handed out at the A Christian Ministry in the National Parks (ACMNP) table that was set up in Johnny’s last Tuesday. According...

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