During their first week the students have learned a lot about life near the center of Lima. They have toured downtown, taken part in lectures and language classes and, most of all, interacted with their host families. At week’s end...
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Chapel – Employee Faith Story by DaVonne Harris, RD for Yoder
DaVonne Harris, new RD for Yoder and director of campus activities, will share parts of her faith journey with us. Join us as we welcome her to Goshen College! Click for audio file
Goshen Biology alumnus, Dr. Philip Beachy, honored
The Department of Biological Sciences at Goshen College is very proud of it's 1979 GC alumnus Philip Beachy.
Youth ministry book emphasizes ‘being church together’
Bob Yoder has heard congregational youth group leaders say they are afraid to lead Bible studies, fearing they do not have enough training. He also senses people are afraid to talk about their faith in their congregations.
September 2011 events at Goshen College
All events are open to the public and are free unless otherwise noted.
Parables worship team inspires with songs, stories and drama
The Goshen College student-led worship team, Parables, will use music, personal stories and original drama to worship in congregations and other venues over the next year.
Getting help finding a job may be easier than college students think
In a time when jobs are difficult to come by, many people are searching for ways to be more marketable to employers. For students at Goshen College, there's one resource that can do that and more – and it's free.
Lectures and Language
Learning is fun — especially when it is relevant to life in contemporary Peru. The week began with a lecture by James Plunkett on national politics and current events. Mr. Plunkett moved to Lima in the 1960s. He engaged us...
Goshen College Afternoon Sabbatical line-up for 2011-12 announced
Goshen College Afternoon Sabbatical line-up for 2011-12 announced September 6, 2011
Historic Lima
Lima is the capital of Peru in many ways: politically, financially, culturally. Named “City of the Kings” by its founder, the Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro, the city is teaming with history from the colonial, republican and modern periods. During our...
Baritone Michael Todd Simpson to perform Sept. 9 voice recital
Noted baritone and Metropolitan Opera singer Michael Todd Simpson will perform a voice recital on Friday, Sept. 9 at 7:30 p.m. in Goshen College Music Center's Rieth Recital Hall. Simpson will be accompanied by Christine Larson Seitz, piano.
Award-winning poet Julia Spicher Kasdorf to present “Poetry in America” for S.A. Yoder lecture
Kasdorf, associate professor of English and women's studies at Pennsylvania State University, will share some poetry from her recently published book "Poetry in America."
The Manhattan Transfer to kick off Goshen College’s 2011-12 Performing Arts Series
The Manhattan Transfer, a U.S. vocal quartet, will kick off Goshen College's 2011-12 Performing Arts Series with their harmonies on Saturday, Sept. 10 at 7:30 p.m. in the Music Center's Sauder Concert Hall.
Actor, playwright and professor Anna Deavere Smith to present keynote address Sept. 13
Award-winning actor and playwright Anna Deavere Smith will present the keynote address,"ÒGlimpses of America in Change," at Goshen College for the Roy H. Umble Master Class and Yoder Public Affairs Lecture, which are combined into one event this year. The…
Convocation: “AVI Fresh, Unpeeled”
Bob Rombach will introduce us to the people and policies that serve our wonderful food on campus. Click for audio file
Host families
The first 48 hours in China were busy ones. This morning (Sunday) we boarded a fast train for Chengdu. We packed as much of our luggage as we could in Wang Ying’s minivan and then took a small fleet of...
Dr. Doug Schwartzentruber to speak at 2011 Homecoming
Join us at the Biological Sciences Luncheon on October 8th, 2011 from 12-2:00 during Goshen College's fall homecoming.
Orientation and Families
Two days have passed quickly — sharing, learning, sampling — singing, praying, preparing — and now it’s time for each student to enter the life of a Peruvian host family. They waited anxiously, expectantly, glancing at their papers to learn...
“Chapel – “Serving Christ,” Campus Ministries theme for 2011-2012
Come on out to the first chapel of the year today at 10:00 a.m. in Church-Chapel sanctuary. We’ll engage the Campus Ministries theme, “Serving Christ, through singing, prayer, and listening to reflections by Bob Yoder, campus pastor, and Emily Hedrick...
Safe arrival
Just a quick entry today: All 19 students arrived safely and on schedule in Chengdu. Jo-Ann and Joe were glad to see their smiles. Joining us at the airport and for the ride back to our hostel were our May...
Goshen College president opens school year with call for servant leadership
Goshen College President James E. Brenneman opened the new school year by encouraging first-year and continuing students to become "servant leaders" in the local community and the wider world.
Arrival in Lima
They were easy to spot with their smiling faces and eager looks. We were easy to find with our six-foot, hand-lettered sign that read “Goshen College”. A few minutes later we left the airport and headed for Home Peru where...
President’s speech: “Culture for Service Leadership: A Paradox Worth Living”
Convocation message by Dr. James E. Brenneman, president of Goshen College, on Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2011 – Goshen College Church-Chapel (as prepared for delivery)
Opening Convocation
Parables, the student worship group, will sing. President Brenneman will speak on “A Culture for Service Leadership.” We will all welcome each other to a new school year with applause and a treat in Schrock Plaza. Click for audio file
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