Life at Point University

Thriller

2012-03-02T10:23:00.003-05:00

After weeks of late night practicing, a group of Point students shocked the cafeteria Wednesday. In the middle of lunch the lights went out and the thunder began rumbling. Michael Jackson's "Thriller" began and Shaundre Horne entered the cafeteria dancing. In a matter of seconds 15 other students joined him and performed a choreographed dance to "Thriller." Why...you ask?

On March 31 , Point University is hosting the Global Missions Conference. With our flash mob, we announced that online registration has opened. The conference is an awesome opportunity to learn about missions, hear testimonies of what God is doing throughout the world, and get involved in missions. It is an all day event including breakout sessions with missions organizations and main sessions with speakers Nathan and Erin McDade of GlobalScope. Invisible Children will also be here.

Registration is only $10 until March 23rd. After the 23rd, the price goes up to $15. It includes a t-shirt, meals, and a concert by True Story.

You can register here!
http://point.edu/s/310/index.aspx?sid=310&pgid=1734&gid=1&cid=3255&ecid=3255&post_id=0

Hope to see you there!!

To Infinity and Beyond

2012-02-25T23:08:00.001-05:00

"To Infinity and Beyond." Name that movie!
Hopefully, most of you recognize this as the famous quote of Buzz Lightyear from the ever popular children's movie Toy Story. This is my best friend's favorite movie, and, awhile ago, we realized that our friendship is a lot like that of Buzz and Woody. For Christmas, I got her a stuffed Woody, and for my birthday this past week, she got me a stuffed Buzz. I think this is the present I valued most this year because of what it symbolized about our relationship. Sure, we've been through rough times, as happens in any relationship, but ours is that rare, special kind of friendship that endures. Everyone needs a Woody in their life, and I'm so glad that God has given me mine. We all need that person who knows us better than we know ourselves, who will be there through the ups and downs of life, who will be there when we feel like giving up or feel like no one else loves us. At Point, we've been talking a lot about how God intended for us to be creatures in community. We were never meant to be alone but to walk alongside one another. I'm so grateful that God has given me Woody, in addition to many other friends and mentors, who have gone "to infinity and beyond" to show how much they care and that they will always be there for me. You can probably all sing along with this song from our special movie, but I encourage you to pay attention to what the lyrics say. Who do you have a friend in? Thank God for them and don't ever take that blessing for granted!

You've got a friend in me
You've got a friend in me
When the road looks rough ahead
And you're miles and miles
From your nice warm bed
Just remember what your old pal said
Boy, you've got a friend in me
You've got a friend in me
You've got a friend in me
You've got a friend in me
You've got troubles, well I've got 'em too
There isn't anything I wouldn't do for you
We stick together and we see it through
You've got a friend in me
You've got a friend in me

Some other folks might be
A little bit smarter than I am
Bigger and stronger too
Maybe
But none of them will ever love you the way I do
It's me and you
And as the years go by
Boys, our friendship will never die
You're gonna see
It's our destiny
You've got a friend in me
You've got a friend in me
You've got a friend in me

Reasons the month of February is amazing, a list.

2012-02-21T16:08:00.003-05:00

With only eight days left in the month of February, I figure its about time to sit down, and think about what makes this month so awesome - for me, anyways; I can't speak for you, since I am not inside of your head as you think about the last month.

Anyways, as you know (or may have forgotten), I like lists, and I think that the best way to try and explain why Point has been so wonderful this past month is through said list. Without further ado,

My birthday. I'm turning 20 in exactly one week, and it's both scary and exciting. Scary in that I will no longer be able to say that I am a teenager, and that I am just this much closer to having to be in the "real world". But, on the bright side, being 20 means that I am no longer a teenager and am now about to enter the real world. Plus, I just love birthdays.
Sadie Hawkins dance was enjoyable. This past Friday night the CLMs held their annual Sadie Hawkins dance (where the girls ask the guys...it's always a surprise - you get bonus points that don't mean anything if you know the reference) and the theme was "Hoedown Throwdown". It was a night filled with food, and fire, and fun. Afterwards, a group of us went to Dwarf House (where else?!) for a late night meal (it was "Biscuit Time" after all [after 11 PM they serve Chick-fil-a biscuits]), and I along with two of the "Redmen" (name that my girlfriend calls those of us in the Redmon House) and our friend Seth stayed up until 3 AM (latest I've stayed up until by far in the past year) and needless to say, I really enjoyed sleeping in until noon on Saturday.
I am being published (again) in the Talon, with an article on Ash Wednesday/Lent.
Tomorrow is Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent - a new season on the liturgical calendar!
I finally got my Microsoft Word to not auto correct "pericope" to "periscope". I figure that Dr. Carey won't want me turning in a paper where it says "The periscope says that Jesus...".
Valentines Day was wonderful - spent it with my girlfriend with our friends and enjoyed a nice meal together of baked spaghetti, garlic bread, and ice cream.
I have grown out a beard. Much to the pleasure of my friends who have been asking me to for months.
Spring break is only a week away!

Related to spring break - I get to see the beach in only a little more than a week!

Needless to say, this month is full of awesomeness - and I am stoked to see what else March brings to the table!

IHS,

Will

Being still.

2012-02-11T13:31:00.002-05:00

Without a doubt, the Spring semester seems to be far more fast-paced. For one, there are fewer breaks. In the fall we have Fall break, Thanksgiving break, and right at the end we have a Winter Break. In the Spring we just have Spring break. That's it.

Now, I'm saying this but I don't mean it in a bad way. There are far more events all bundled up together. For example, it is only February and we have already had an Improv Night, Manhunt, a Big Bang Theory Party, Superbowl Party, Throwback dance night, Movie Outings, Swamp People marathon, plenty of exciting Basketball games (with Baseball and Softball starting up soon!) and many more on the horizon.

In all this excitement - and in all the assortment of tests and papers, it is difficult to step back and find a moments peace.

It's also difficult when we hear so many chapel messages regarding "renewing and restoring" and have little time to let that sink in, or to put into practice. This semester, I've heard some really great sermons so far and as soon as the speaker is done, I run out of chapel as quickly as possible because I have to wait approximately 10 minutes in line, which leaves me with 15 minutes to eat before I head off to my 1:00PM Geography class.

I've had to remind myself a lot lately that sometimes allowing the Lord to speak to your heart means being still, and that is not so easy sometimes.

Sure, outings and events are fun, and sure Fried Chicken is good, but it is no substitute for the things that make your heart grow and your soul stretch. And if there's something that I'm learning more and more, it's that sometimes in order to be an agent of restoration we must first pause to allow ourselves and God time to be restored.

I'm thankful to be in a place that values things like fun events, but I'm more thankful to be in a place that challenges me to grow - with so many people I can go to and be assured to help me along in that process. So today, after I finish this essay (if I ever stop procrastinating) I am going to drink tea, play some music, and be still.

Because that's what is needed sometimes: to be still.

- Rebecca

Passing Through the Storm

2012-02-10T15:46:00.001-05:00

Passing Through the Storm

By: A.S.B. Jr.

Ecclesiastes 9:11 The Message (MSG)

¹¹ I took another walk around the neighborhoodand realized that on this earth as it is—

The race is not always to the swift,
Nor the battle to the strong,
Nor satisfaction to the wise,
Nor riches to the smart,
Nor grace to the learned.
Sooner or later bad luck hits us all.

When I was in school yesterday Inoticed the seemingly tired and exhausted faces of my fellow classmates,needless to say a lot of them had a challenging week thus far. ProfessorDawkins noticing the circumstances started off class with corporate prayer,seeing how the spirit in the atmosphere was rough; some didn’t even make toclass possibly because of the overwhelming struggles they were facing. Are youstruggling through some hardship? I know this day and time have been difficult forso many, wither you are out of work, family problems, health issues, love andrelationship we all should be able to relate to some fashion.

Let us take the time today orwhenever you read this message and pray for each other, asking God to heal us ofany matters our sister or brother may be dealing with. Asking that God may alsomake way the plans He has for our futures, to bless us and continue in the hopeof a much grander season of life experiences. Pray that our families will becovered with the love and promises of God’s blessings, and that He will beenriched in them. We must keep moving in life, staying in this journey isdoable, for the simple reason of glorifying the God who passionately loves us. Godthrough the spirit can only lead us into the end conclusion of living the goodlife.

In Jesus the Christ Name, Amen

Who Needs Sleep?

2012-02-10T12:54:00.003-05:00

I'm not a morning person. I'm not a night owl. I just like to sleep. Honestly, I rather go to bed early and wake up late, but college has almost cured me of that because when you sleep you miss out on so much of the incredible community here at Point. Last night SGA put on Manhunt (like hide-and-go-seek, but way cooler and there are prizes) at 10 pm. It was pretty awesome. I hid in a Herbie Curbie (a trash can for recycling plastic bottles) and one guy literally hid in the sewer. Each person hiding was worth a certain amount of points. Two people were even worth negative points. After Manhunt, a van full of girls (and a few brave, maybe even crazy, boys) went to the midnight premiere of The Vow, an ultimate chick flick! It was so sappy and romantic and I loved it. Once we got back, we started planning. Next Friday we are having a Hoedown Throwdown Sadie Hawkins Dance and girls have to be creative in asking guys to the dance. My across-the-hall dorm neighbor, Katie, and I planned an incredible scavenger hunt for her to ask her date to the dance. Yes, I stayed up until 4am and had to wake up a few hours later to go to work at my on-campus job, but the best things happen late. That is when the best conversations happen, when you drop your guard and really get to know someone, when everything is hilarious. I would not trade those experiences for the world (or even a couple more hours of sleep)!

When I'm down He lifts me up!

2012-02-08T10:28:00.005-05:00

In college life there is always a time when things don't seem to ever go right or your way. you try to do all you can to prevent the bad things from happening, but it's not enough. With that comes the stress of trying to fix things, school work, family problems, friends, and other things. When you add these things to your load you suddenly realize you can't carry the load anymore, so you sit down until you find a way to carry your heavy load. that's not the way it should be though. Yes, we all will have heavy loads in life, but we don't have to carry the load on our own. In 1 Peter 5:7, it says, "Cast all your anxieties on Him, because He cares for you." God is there ready for us to handle over our load of stress and anxieties whenever we are ready to do so. I recently did that! I was at a point where I was caring a heavy load and it was so heavy it brought me to my knees. Then finally it CLICKED, I needed to give it all to God. And when I gave Him my load, I immediately felt the weight of it lifted of my shoulders and felt God lift me back on to my feet. Maybe your at that point in life where you need to give God things in your own life and not worry about it anymore. Maybe you need to give God something in your life and realize that you have no control of it and that God is the only one you does. Give Him your load and the control.

Nunsense is Habit Forming

2012-01-27T17:06:00.001-05:00

I would like to officially announce that I'm becoming a nun! Now before you try to convince me that the life of solitude and loneliness isn't all it's cracked up to be, I should probably clarify that I'm only playing the role of a nun in Point University's first ever school play! I'm so excited! I did plays all thorough high school, but since I've been in college, there hasn't been much of an opportunity. However, as our school is growing, a drama program is being introduced including putting on a full fledge musical! When my dad went to school here way back in the dark ages, he was a part of the drama program, so I think it's cool that I get to continue the tradition. We've already begun rehearsals. There's only 5 people in the cast, so we're becoming a quirky little family. We have rehearsals every Monday and Tuesday from 7 to 10 pm and on Saturdays from noon to 6 pm, so we've had a lot of time together already. After all the dancing, sweating, laughing, we've all bonded fast, and I love these girls! The basic concept of the show is that the nuns are putting on a show to raise the money they need to bury 4 nuns that died and were stuck in the freezer. It's hilarious; there've been so many times that we've had to stop rehearsal for laughing breaks. The show is March 16th, 17th, and 18th. Everyone should come see it!

Because you’re Beautiful: Philia

2012-01-26T15:28:00.002-05:00

Because you’re Beautiful: Philia (φιλία philía)

By: A.S.B. Jr.

Edited By: K. Smith

1 John 3:18

Dear children, let us not love with words or tongue but with actions and in truth. (NIV)

When the word love comes to my mind sometimes I start to think about good R&B oldies. Artist like Earth, Wind, and Fire, Anita Baker, and Sade’ all come to mind because their classics. Bob Merrill made a great point when he wrote the song "Love Makes the World Go 'Round," from the musical film ‘Lili'. William Shakespeare produced and wrote most of his plays. Most of his plays dealt with a form of love, and they were quiet often tragedies. Romeo and Juliet and Anthony and Cleopatra dealt with the death of one’s lover. In most cases love enables the characters to overcome their difficulties and find happiness in the end as is shown in plays, The Merry Wives of Windsor and A Midsummer Night's Dream. Displaying action in love (the way the Bible interprets it) is typically clear for people to take notice of.

The writer John was showing us a tune or beat by which we should think or display genuine love to those people who we may come across. God has given you and me a new heart to love with. When you accepted Christ as your lord and savior, the things that make a genuine Christian are not words but motives and actions. Christ was able to lay down his life knowing that we have desires contrary to what He shares, and His are out of genuine love. So if our motives have been evil, He gives people an option to have a good “happy ever after” ending to what could have become dire and dismal.

Turn the volume of your heart to the Love channel…

2012-01-25T20:38:00.000-05:00

My student worker position on campus is in the Educational Resource center: I teach freshmen how to write decent papers and I edit papers for people who already KNOW how to write. It is, in my opinion, one of the best jobs on campus. I'm aware this isn't a common thing for people who are working to help pay their way though college: plenty of my friends work jobs that are decent but not super enjoyable--there comes a point where you need a job and there just so happens to be a job open in the caf washing dishes. Nothing against dish washing (I do plenty of it; my apartment doesn't have a dishwasher) but it is not exactly exciting. So. I say all that to say that my job is actually very enjoyable. I am doing something I love (and can maybe even see myself doing long term). This means that I am blessed.

Tonight, however, is not ideal. I've got sinus congestion. My head hurts. In the words of the High School Musical song, my head is NOT "in the game." My mind is a million miles away from here. I was dreading coming into work tonight and, when 7:00 rolled around and the football players did not, I was relieved. But suspicious. I walked down from my office to the scheduling center. Lo and behold (and I truly believe this was a blessing from God), study hall has been cancelled.

This is small. This is simple. But this is an example of the overarching lesson God has been teaching me lately. He is in control. He takes care of me. He gives me what I need and even when my life is going crazy, he provides good things. My life is full of good things and I couldn't be more grateful.

Elizabeth

Home again, home again

2012-01-22T23:05:00.001-05:00

I've been back at Point for two weeks as of today, and it feels like forever - but in a good way! I feel like I never left, and that's one of my favorite things of being here.

This past week was wonderful: Tuesday, I cooked dinner for ten of my close friends at my girlfriends apartment, Wednesday I had dinner at one of the families who live on campus' house, Friday night we (my girlfriend and I) went for frozen yogurt at Yoforia in midtown by Ga. Tech (we managed to not get lost...too badly), and then Saturday I went and had a great time on a double date with one of my housemates and his girlfriend in Ye Ol' Stockbridge.

But anyways, on a more serious front: the semester has kicked off, and things are so far, going according to plan: in love with my courses, and more so that I only have one 10:30 class on M/W/F. SGA has had a successful election, and I'm seeing the big picture of things which are exciting to think about in regards to all the awesome things that our God is doing in our lives as Point University.

I'm realizing more and more, how all of the little things tend to work together and create one massive awesome thing that happens in the end to surprise you. Knowing that God has control, and is doing what's right for you in the long run is a comfort to this college student who works two jobs, volunteers, and goes to class.

So here's to an awesome semester, and I'll catch ya later.

wbw.

Back to the Grind!!

2012-01-20T13:15:00.002-05:00

The holidays are officially over, and it's back to life as normal (well, as normal as possible). This semester I decided to add an additional online class to my already full schedule. This extra class just so happened to fall during the holidays. Seemed like a good idea, no? Let me just come out and say it, not the best idea I've ever had. It's not because it was too much to handle, it just that this particular class required a lot of papers (A LOT)! So taking two classes, one of which required 3 papers, the other required 1. That's basically a paper a week for us ACCESS students. Not too bad as I'm certain that the traditional students probably have even more than that, but being an adult, with children, church responsibilities, as well as Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years just added a whole new level of crazy to it. Taking time off to enjoy the holidays meant paying dearly for it later. All in all, I'm not unhappy I took the extra class; I'll do it again, but I'll not be planning it around Christmas for sure!
On another happy note, in a few days I will be taking my last official Associate's Degree class. By the end of the semester I will be working on my Bachelor's Degree. I can't believe my time is almost halfway over. I've met some really great people and made some new friends along the way. I'm looking forward to the next couple of years.

"The End To Dec.25"

2012-01-03T19:54:00.002-05:00

The End To Dec. 25

By: A.S.B. Jr.

Luke 2:33-35 message

33-35Jesus' father and mother were speechless with surprise at these words. Simeon went on to bless them, and said to Mary his mother,

This child marks both the failure and

the recovery of many in Israel,

A figure misunderstood and contradicted--

the pain of a sword thrust through you--

But the rejection will force honesty,

as God reveals who they really are.

I am so appreciative of our Lord and Savior; he came in the form of a man who gave his own life so that the father would be glorified. He viewed his life as merely nothing, we were crooked in the eyes of God the father. Jesus parents could not even understand the child that they were raising. Jesus already had a death warrant out on him when the great star hovered, and the wise men came. John the Baptizer was preparing the way while he was still rolling in his mother’s womb. A husband who is skeptical about his newly wed wife’s pregnancy by a “supernatural spirit” seems like a good dramatic soap-opera, yet it’s divine. Then how about this silent night song/story. There was nothing really silent about that night; mothers mourn the death of their infant children by the hands of a fascist king.

  Looking at this from the inside out would seem more meaningful, exciting, and we may have some questions: Was there anything silent about that night? Would I be bold enough to, “prepare the way” for others to see Jesus? Those questions like many others should be asked and discussed, unlike trying to find someone to kiss under the mistletoe, or waiting for good Ol' Saint Nick. So where does this Christmas spirit really spring from? I don’t know if a baby born next to some sheep and donkeys can make a person “cheery,” or maybe-so. I guess the big question is can we celebrate the birth of Jesus at any other time of the year? Could you say ‘Merry Christmas'! joyfully in June or July, or do you need it to be cold or snowing outside to do so? Can you bring tidings of joy in April when all you see is rain? Can we live without Dec.25? Hark! The herald angels sing….

We interrupt your regularly scheduled blog entry...

2012-01-02T12:06:00.000-05:00

I'm slightly delayed in posting my cliche "what I did on Christmas break" post for a couple of reasons (and since I ~~like~~ really like lists, I'll list them):

My laptop keyboard got destroyed. And while not physically beaten to smitherines, it would work to a degree - but not without a string of text having random characters thrown in. Thanks to my father, I was able to install a new one - and it works as good as new.
Stuff's been busy at the shop. We had quite a few animals go home through our "Santa service" (parents buy said animal and everything to go with it, and we hold it for free until Christmas eve). I have also been in the middle of resetting (note: fancy retail term for "rearranging") dog food and toys.
Family has been chaotic. With mom running around cooking, dad working open to close, me working whenever I wasn't trying to catch up on sleep, and my grandma coming over.

Now, here we are, on the 8th day of Christmas and I'm finally writing all the typical stuff....but it's not typical.

Probably, the best part of break by far was the time I spent working - as weird as that sounds. It is good quality time with my dad, and it lets me get my need for spending time with people satisfied. The best part of the best part was no-questions asked, seeing the look on the parents/kids faces when they got their new pet. The look of "Oh my gosh, this is really real?!" on the kids, and the smile on their parents' faces of "we're happy you're happy".

In no real order, here are some more highlights (again, in list form):

I got to give all my housemates awesome Christmas gifts (well, this was technically before break, but it was Christmas-ey, so it counts). They all *said* they loved them, so either a) they really did, or b) They're really good actors.
I got what I wanted for Christmas, even though I was content without either thing.
The Redmon Christmas Tree (again, technically pre-Xmas) was a success in broke-college-students-trying-to-be-cool engineering. See what's to the right here...
Awesome food. Both home cooked and in resteraunts.
Catching up with my friends from home, since one goes to Clemson, one is in Auburn, one is at SUNY-ESF (State University of New York - Environmental Science and Forestry), another at Grove City College, and finally another who's still in high school.
Beautiful weather. I mean, seriously. Can you imagine 70ish degrees in December? Sunny? Yeah. Thats what it was here. I am happy without snow.

I still have yet to go take pictures (like I keep meaning to) out this break. I need to. But I might not have the time between packing, packing, cleaning, and loading my car to make the trek to Point.

So, there we have it. A very stream of conciousness, no real plan of attack blog post about Christmas. I feel as though I should have some metaphysical, intellectual conclusion about the deepness of everything....but nah.

Merry 8th day of Christmas, and Happy New Year!

(Yes, we are still in the season of Christmas, and will be until the Feast of Epiphany...so don't tear down the decorations just yet!)

-ww

The Reason for the Season

2011-12-29T22:39:00.002-05:00

There is a saying that says don’t worry about tomorrow because each day has enough trouble of its own. About a month ago nine families at the elementary school I work at were victims of arson. Everything they own was lost in the fire. The families had children ages infants to middle school aged children. I couldn’t help but think about what are they feeling? What is going through their minds and their hearts?

When our faith is tested some times our confidence is broken. In trying times God should be out comfort. My pastor spoke about the beatitudes this past Sunday, and he assured everyone that if we studied these scriptures we would find the keys to happiness. In the book of Matthew 5:3-12:

Blessed are the poor in spirit,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are those who mourn,
for they will be comforted.
Blessed are the meek,
for they will inherit the earth.
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,
for they will be filled.
Blessed are the merciful,
for they will be shown mercy.
Blessed are the pure in heart,
for they will see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they will be called sons of God.
Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you. (NIV)
The word "beatitude" comes from the Latin beatitudo, meaning "blessedness." The phrase "blessed are" in each of the beatitudes implies a current state of happiness or well-being. The expression held powerful meaning of "divine joy and perfect happiness" to the people of the day. In other words, Jesus was saying "divinely happy and fortunate are" those who possess these inward qualities. While speaking of a current "blessedness," each pronouncement also promises a future reward.
As the holiday seasons approached I began think what are we truly thankful for? Perhaps a bunch of gifts, money and other materialistic things? What can possibly make that family happy again after enduring such a trying time? Examining the world we live in can cause us to lose sight of some of life’s most precious things. For example, not having enough money to buy Christmas gifts or bills that or over due. We can loose sight of the bigger picture when we major on the minor things in life. The bigger picture is that there is a roof over your head with all the essentials needed for living. The way people view things can cause them to view their blessing in a negative light. Tragedy and any other life changing event will alter the way you think and also change your perspective on life. More importantly, it can impact you in a positive or negative way. Our job as Christian’s is to make sure we don’t lose sight of who and what we are in Christ. In an effort to spread Gods love we should not focus on giving just when the holiday season comes around, we should focus on giving everyday of our lives.

I Thessalonians 5:16 - Rejoice Forevermore

2011-12-16T08:43:00.002-05:00

In 1 Thessalonians 5:16, the bible tells us to "Rejoice Forevermore". How can we rejoice when our world seems to be coming apart at the seams? How can we rejoice when we don't know which way to turn and no matter what we try to accomplish it just seems to fall by the wayside? We can rejoice because God told us to. We can rejoice because we know that we have a connection and a relationship to the one who holds the world in the palm of His hand.

As a working, older adult student it sometimes becomes hard for me to see the light at the end of the tunnel. It seems as if the enemy is attacking me on all sides. This really used to bother me before I began my relationship with Christ, but now that I am in Him and Him in me, I can see that this is just a trick of the enemy. All of my trials and tribulations are simply because the enemy is mad because I've truly given my life to Christ. When you are busy working for God is when the enemy tries to attack you the most.

So when you are studying for your finals, or doing your research paper and it seems as if nothing is coming together for you, take a moment to remember to whom you belong. Ask God for peace in the midst of your storm and He will give it to you.

Homeless for a Night, Swing Dancing, and a Little Bit of Apple Pie

2011-12-14T13:45:00.007-05:00

A few weekends ago, along with a van full of other Point students, I attempted something that I never imagined. I became homeless for a night. Every year the City of West Point (soon to be Point University's new home) holds fundraiser to help the homeless in the area. Participants sleep on a football field in cardboard boxes in an attempt to understand what it is like to be homeless.

There was food, smores, and a concert of local bands. There was also a contest for the best cardboard home and the prize was an iPad. Unfortunately when we arrived all of the boxes had been claimed by the middle school and high school participants. At 10pm the organizers promised us that the boxes were coming. So for hours, waiting on boxes, planning to make a cardboard masterpiece, we got to know the people we will be neighbors with next year. Point students, kids, and adults played silly games like red rover and duck, duck, goose. There was soccer and football. It was freezing, but we were having too much fun to notice. Around 3am it became obvious that we would not be receiving cardboard boxes, exhausted and a little disappointed that the Point students were out of the running for the iPad, we all decided to go to sleep underneath the stage, where the concert was held. Shortly after we had all bundled into our sleeping bags, the guy heading up the event made an announcement. Because we did not get a chance to make a cardboard home, there was going to be a talent show. We had five minutes to prepare and the winner would receive a gift card to Wal-Mart for $125. Throughout the night, another Point student, Shaun, had taught me some swing dancing moves. We decided to dance for the show. Point students, Frank and Caleb, did cartwheels and some odd run and jump onto each other thing. Justin and Joseph failed at juggling. Chris and Dustin became German bodybuilders and performed a couple questionable exercises. Shaun and I danced and did that awesome "swing-the-girl-around-your waist-in-the-air" move. Shaun and I won and then we all went to sleep underneath the stage. A few of the guys hung hammocks from the stage. At 5:30am Frank, better know as "Big Frank", began jumping on the stage we were sleeping under and banging metal against the metal beams of the stage. Disgruntled, we forgave him as we drove back to school. I know Frank was trying to be funny, but it made me think that homeless people probably are rudely awaken all the time, by the police or the cold or the sun. Being homeless for a night made me appreciate the warm dorm room I have to sleep in every night.

A week later, I was in West Point again for the annual Christmas Parade. We created a Point University float. It was supposed to look like a train, but it may have looked more like a dog! The float was stuffed with Point University students and as we made our way down the parade route, we obnoxiously sang Christmas Carols, getting the audience to sing along. When we were passing the McDonald's on the parade route a man started running towards our float. I was confused and concerned that he was going to try to jump over the trailer hitch holding the truck and the float together. Instead, the man handed us a McDonald's bag full of apple pies. Where else would that happen? Only in what is know as the Greater Valley area, which contains West Point, Lanett, and the student housing in Valley.

I am so excited to move there! Where we have a community of middle and high schoolers to befriend and mentor, where we can be silly and have fun playing kid's games, and where the people are genuinely compassionate and go out of their way to give to us.

Cram Week

2011-12-09T14:30:00.004-05:00

Oh tis' the season to study, fa lalalalala....lalala! Finals week don't we all love studying until our heads explode from all the information we cram into our heads. If you are reading this as a perspective college student, this is the must stress full time of the semester (at least for me it is). I can never seem to get ahead with my studies in time for the hustle and bustle of finals and then I end up turning into a book worm on a pizza and starbucks diet. Even though finals week is stressful its sad, because I know once i finish my last final, I have to leave my friends and my point family. the on the other hand this means that I am one semester closer to graduating :) . also when your finished you go from the stress face to the ..... Party time face!!! So the lesson to learn is to be always prepared ahead of time for finals so that you won't go crazy!!!!!

Christmas Sweaters

2011-12-08T14:29:00.004-05:00

I can officially say I’m done with my classes for this semester, and it feels great!!! It’s been the hardest semester I’ve ever had, but since it’s over I have a huge sense of accomplishment. Now, it’s time to play! Call me crazy, but I love finals week. Now don’t get me wrong, no one likes tests and papers, but I’ve found almost everything is due the week before finals week, so the actual “finals week” itself is not so bad! Plus, everyone’s schedule is much more relaxed. You only have an actual class when you have your final, so there’s lots of free time and as a result lots of fun! Every finals week kicks off with a Midnight Breakfast. We really need to come up with a new name for it though because this year it started at 10pm; at least it made us laugh! This year’s started right after Sunday Night Live(our student led worship service every Sunday night). Because this was the last one before Christmas, we were all supposed to wear tacky Christmas Sweaters! As you can see, mine was pretty much the winner! We took pictures with Santa, made gingerbread houses, did Christmas Karaoke, and even had an awkward present wrapping contest! Right after SNL ended, it was time for the not so midnight breakfast. The professors came out to the school and cooked a special meal for us to give us a break from studying and get our last week off to a good start. One of my favorite things about Point is how great the professors are! They go above and beyond to pour into us as students even to the point of wearing aprons and plastic gloves to serve us French toast sticks! It was certainly a fun night! The rest of the week has been filled with Christmas parties, white elephant exchanges, LOTS of cookies, and plenty of merriment! Merry Christmas everyone! J

Tis the Season

2011-12-07T17:11:00.004-05:00

Wow, it seems like just yesterday we were celebrating Thanksgiving. I hope that everyone had the best Thanksgiving they could possibly have. I was blessed to be able to celebrate with family and friends in Virginia Beach, Virginia. What made it all the more special is that I was able to spend time with my 82 year old father.

I am one of those people who truly has something to be thankful for. My father is 82 years young and is crazy about the computer. He has a Facebook account and for some reason is even on LinkedIn. My mother is 73 and if something happens to her computer or internet she is calling me or texting me (yes I said texting), as if there is a dire emergency. I love to share with people how computer savvy my parents are. They all seem to get a chuckle out of it.

But now as we move forward into the Christmas Season it is important to remember what this season is really about. When I told my friends and family that I don't like Christmas music they thought that I was a Scrooge or Grinch. But the real reason is because to me, so much of the music really has very little to do with Christ. Exchanging presents and visiting the pretty lights is fun but as we move forward into this Christmas (not Holiday) Season, let's all remember to take time to give thanks and gifts to the one that laid down His life for us, by living in a way that is pleasing to Him. Christmas falls on a Sunday this year. I hope that we, as Christians, will not allow this to keep us from attending Church Services and giving reverence to the Most High. When you wake up on Christmas morning remember what this day represents. To God be the Glory!!

Graduation

2011-11-29T10:49:00.001-05:00

Graduation is an exciting time; there is cake, parties, confetti, and most importantly, walking across the stage. After a few days, however, you are left with the feeling of what you should do next in your life. Some may choose to go to school, while others venture straight into working. If you choose to go to school, you are left with the daunting question of which one to choose, and likewise if you choose to head immediately into the working field. This overwhelming feeling met me as I graduated high school. My parents, knowing that going to college would greatly help me in life with doing what God has called me to do, began to question me of what God was calling me to do. To this question, I had no answer. Then one day in the last week of July in 2008, it literally suddenly hit me that I was to go to Point University (or Atlanta Christian College at that time). Looking back, this is one of the best decisions that I have ever made.

As I near graduation from Point University, I feel these feelings beginning to creep up on me again. Do I go to graduate school? If so, what should I major in and which school? Where am I called to work at? In case some of you may have these questions, I want to remind you something God showed me a few years ago and has reminded me of lately: that He has everything under control. In His time and when we surrender our hearts to listen to His guidance, God will impart to us the plan that He has for us. For me coming to Point University, it came a few weeks before classes began. I do not know God’s plan for your life, but I do know that He knows everything about you, even the hairs on your head. He knows you so intimately and has a bigger and greater plan than you could ever imagine. Thankfully, we are not alone in figuring out this plan, for He is with us every moment of every day guiding us on each step to take along our paths.

“God has created each of us with a unique contribution to make to our world and our times. No other person ahs our same abilities, motivations, network of friends and relationships, perspectives, ideas, or experiences…Jesus did not ask the disciples to do the impossible; He asked only for them to bring to Him what they had”—Richard Stearns, The Hole In Our Gospel

Lori

Lasting Bonds

2011-11-26T21:41:00.002-05:00

By: A.S.B. Jr.

John 15:14-17

14 You are My friends if you do whatever I command you. 15 No longer do I call you servants, for a servant does not know what his master is doing; but I have called you friends, for all things that I heard from My Father I have made known to you. 16 You did not choose Me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit, and that your fruit should remain, that whatever you ask the Father in My name He may give you. 17 These things I command you, that you love one another.

To my fellow access classmates I understnad the challenges that we must face and the differents hats we must put on from being a student to a husband/wife to father/mother and even having a job. I pray along with you that we continue to remeber why we said yes to God, wither your are a freshman or about to graduate rememebr the call and the charge to helping out each of your fellow classmates.I really have a deep love for my friends, all of them; there is nothing greater to me in my life than to share in the bond of friendship. I quiteoften make new friends, now of course there are different things I may share with particular individuals because of their needs and my own personal needs. There are certain friends that I must be careful with… And so with Jesus who seems to giveus an open invitation into being his friend; the kicker is he has already chosen you to become his friend, it was already done before you even heard of Jesus. Some people right now who are cursing out God don’t know yet thatJesus has already chosen us in becoming his friend, whether you are an Atheist, Muslim, Buddhist, orjust plain don’t care about who God or Jesus is, that’s all fine but he already knows you are his friend. Can someone stop this from happening? HELL NO!

Taking the time to communicate with Jesus as if he were sittingright there with you, saying things like “Jesus, allow me to have a good day,” starting with conversation can build anybody’s relationship with God. People who make their friendship official in Jesus,share and communicate with each other all the time. I was speaking to a friend the other day about how close she was to graduating college, we both reflected on the challenges we faced while in school. Another friend called me early in the morning about some personal family problems, we talked and what was so interesting was that he started to speak hope and life into me more so then what he first though he needed. That’s how friends of God are supposed to operate; not always concerned about ourselves but for the well-being of others.Thatis what God expects us to do.

Speak to him, I guarantee He is listening.

Saturdays, Sushi, and Seminary.

2011-11-19T15:09:00.002-05:00

I seriously like alliterations. Like, if I couldn't come up with an alliteration for a title, I would find a way to make it happen. I'm thinking you will learn which posts are mine by simply the titles. Finals are approaching, and Thanksgiving is around the corner (expect another post from me after/during break, where I will post tons of pictures of food (probably), family (maybe), and Charleston (definatly)...but until then, let me give you a thorough update on how the semester is going...click below for the details!

Sushi. It's one of my favorite forms of food. Seriously. If I could live off of it alone, I would. But alas, I can't (and Chick-fil-a sandwiches are too good to ever give up). But every once in a while, I have the craving, I manage to get a few friends to come with me. Last night was one of those "once in a whiles". I, with four of my guy friends, piled in my car ('twas a tight fit, not going to lie) to head into midtown for dinner at Gekko. Upon arrival - the complimentary valet (fancy, huh) took over and it was a weird feeling, not having car keys jingling in my pockets! But we managed to get out without spending too much money (my coupon from Groupon didn't hurt either - $28 worth (three rolls, with a sweet tea) for only $8.07 + tip! My plate is the white plate in the back, facing up towards the upper-right corner. I had Shrimp Tempura, Krab Supreme (california roll, tempura fried), and soft-shell crab. Other guys were more adventurous - Robby got eel, and Danny got octopus! No thanks!

Fast forward: today is Saturday. Which most students take as a day of doing nothing - not me! I had my nothing day two weeks ago, when I went to the High with fellow blogger Elizabeth for the "Picasso to Warhol" exhibit, after which we grabbed a picnic lunch in Piedmont Park...which I didn't expect to be quite so cold. This week is the usual Saturday, working a full shift at my off-campus job, and heading back to a quiet campus, and an empty house (and a television not taken over by video games). But, even with my busy-ness, I wouldn't have it any other way. It was the typical day at the shop, and the fact it was "shot day" (my boss does a low-cost pet vaccine clinic every third Saturday) made it a little more exciting. All in all, a good day.

Seminary (me and my aliterations...I think it's an addiction). I had never really thought about a graduate program before...since in the Anglican church, youth ministers don't need to be ordained...but the thought of grad school does peak my curiousity - and the Point University Graduate School Fair was this past Thursday...and I managed to grab some literature from RTS - Atlanta...and it definately is an option - and knowing that my professors at Point have the knowledge, and ability to teach to prepare me for it is a comfort! But hey - I've got two years to pray about it, so who knows where God will place me once that time comes!

Well, folks - that's pretty much where I am at the moment. I've got break coming up, and it'll be a much needed rest from the usual studies! Can't wait, and look out for the next post about Charleston and how much I love going home for food!

Dreams

2011-11-17T14:54:00.004-05:00

I had a very rewarding experience in my last class, Interpersonal Effectiveness. One of the assignments was to create a weekly Devotional and Prayer. It was a very introspective way to reflect what we were all feeling inside. We were asked to use our strengths in the completion of this assignment.

While doing this assignment I was going through what I will call a "dark period" in my life. It seemed as if everywhere I turned was a dead end. I just couldn't see where God was working in my life, even though I confess to be a Christian and say that I love Him. The only thing that I could see was what was going wrong, instead of what was going right. I still have a roof over my head; my utilities are still on and I even have Direct TV. So what was causing me to only see the darkness?

As I began to write my Devotional/Prayers I came across a poem by Langston Hughes simply called "Dreams". It reads: Hold fast to dreams, For if dreams die, Life is a broken-winged bird, That cannot fly. Hold fast to dreams, For when dreams go, Life is a barren field, Frozen with snow." This was how I was seeing my life but the poem helped me to realize that when I let go of my dreams I let go of God. Writing my Devotional/Prayers also helped me to learn that when I am in my darkest place is when God's light shines on me the brightest and all I have to do to see it is open my eyes.

As you go through your own dark times remember that God's light is shining on you. Simply open your eyes to see it.

Mud, Caves, & Rainbow Trout That Bite!!!

2011-11-17T14:35:00.004-05:00

On Friday Nov.11,2011, a group of 20 Point University students left for on a daring adventure with the Sunday Night Live team. We were all so excited about the trip because we were going to spend the night in a cave in Sweetwater, TN. The Lost Sea Adventure (the cave) contains the largest underground lake in the U.S. and the Second largest in the world. As we arrived at our destination we strapped on our combat boot/tennis shoes, head lamps, jackets, and backpack and walked up a small portion of the mountain the cave resides in and from there walked down around 180 steps at a 45 degree angle. after setting up camp we were taken on a tour of the cave and a boat ride on the lake. on the boat we were told that many years ago that scientist put rainbow trout in the lake to see in they would find their way out (obviously they didn't). A student asked if they could put their hand in the water, the tour guide replied, "if you do it will be freezing cold and since we always feed the trout on every boat ride, you may get bitten." After the fair warning she sticks her hands into the water, not even 2 minutes later she screamed, " OH MY GOSH ONE OF THEM BIT ME!!!" It would have to say that was one of the funnest things that happened on the trip. So after the boat ride and the tour we went and crawled through the tight spaces on the cave. By the time we were getting ready to settle down for the night we were all covered in mud and looked like oompaloompas for Wonka's Chocolate Factory. The next day we left and spent an awesome day at the Coolridge Park in Chattanooga, TN. I tell the truth after I came back from the trip I never appreciated a nice long shower until then.

Last Class

2011-11-15T17:20:00.003-05:00

Monday, November 14, 2011 was a bittersweet night for me. There are people that I have been going through this educational journey with, who will be graduating this December. While I'm happy that they have reached the end of this journey, I am also sad because I will miss them terribly.

The life of an Access student is a little different from that of the Traditional student. Even though we only meet once a week, most of us who started together have somehow managed to be in the same class for the entire time that we have been at Point (ACC) University. We all came together in the gym, way back in January of 2010. At that time little did we know that we would form lifelong friendships and become such an integral part of each others lives.

We marked this milestone with a potluck dinner and lots of hand claps and congratulations for those who are moving on. I want to take this time to publicly let all of my friends, and the other graduates, know that this is not the end, but just the beginning. I know that we will all meet again someday. I wish you all the blessings that God has to give, and I look forward to following in your footsteps in May of 2012.

SNL Fall Retreat

2011-11-14T17:23:00.011-05:00

This weekend, along with 18 other students from
Point, I went on the Sunday Night Live Fall Retreat. Sunday Night Live is a weekly student-led worship service on campus. We went to Sweetwater, Tennessee to The Lost Sea Adventure, a cave and underground lake.

We spent the night in the cave after taking a ride on a glass bottom boat on the largest underground lake in America. It is filled with 2-foot long rainbow trout. While our guide, Collin, was feeding the fish, Point student Twana was running her hand through the water. One of the fish bit her finger and made it bleed!

We explored the cave and squeezed through little tunnels and cracks in the wet, red clay mud. It was definitely a team effort to get everyone through all of the tunnels. Each part we explored had a fitting name, like The Grinder or Misery.On Saturday we went to Coolidge Park in Chattanooga and had a cook out. We played Flag Football, Ultimate Frisbee, and had a lot of fun in a hammock!

I love doing things that I have never done before. At Point that happens all the time!!

Fun

2011-11-14T11:12:00.000-05:00

There's a mood shift you experience as you enter the second half of your college experience. Freshman year was fun--there's no other word for it. All my classes were incredibly easy and I spent a majority of my time hanging out in the cafeteria or McKinney's. I went to Dwarf House and goofed around and it was fun.

My sophomore year I started to get a little more serious about classes, but I still did a good bit of goofing off. Most of my free time was spent with friends and again, it was lots of fun.

This year is different. I'm more driven, less inwardly focused and more concerned with the future. Many of my friends are graduating and they're leading by example: what will I be doing in two years? Where will I be? What kind of plans do I have for myself? I'm still having fun, but the purpose is not the fun. The purpose is for what's coming next.

But it's still a lot of fun.

THE REAL...Life at Point

2011-11-14T00:50:00.004-05:00

What is life really like at Point you ask?

Well, let me just tell you about it... Do you see the two girls and guy in the picture at the top of this page? They are my friends :)
This picture is so welcoming if you ask me. Point is filled with faces like these! The pictures on the billboards as you drive down the roads, the faces on the website, the personalities you meet at our Point University booths during conventions...It is all real. We love where we are in life. Life at this school is different from your average university in Atlanta. We party a different kind of way if you catch my drift.

God has blessed me so much by allowing me to come to this school! I look at my life, beginning and end, and I think...I will never again get the chance to be in a Christian environment such as this! A place filled with loving, yet struggling believers; the same age as me, going through the same kind of life obstacles, and relationship struggles, etc. College just amazes me!

Where am I going with this blog...? Point has a crew of students that head up "Sunday Nights Live," which is a student led worship service every Sunday night. Tonight was so special to me and many other students. A wide variety of students took their turn on the stage to sing and worship God with the talents He blessed them with. This night of worship was so special because it was filled with family. There are many special moments that occur on this campus among our college family. When school is stressful, we can unwind and worship our God together, as one body. Now, I don't usually go on these corny tangents about college families and Jesus, but tonight has just reminded me what life is all about. College is just something "I have to do in life in order to be some what successful..." Truth be told, I didn't come to this school for the grade, I came here to find God...Pretty sure we found each other :)

I hope someone else can relate to this cheesy blog!

Turtles, Fire, Frisbee, and Chicken

2011-11-11T19:10:00.008-05:00

What do those thing have in common? They make for a fun Thursday night! I'm a member of our Student Government Association here at Point University, so I get the fun job of planning and putting on events. Being involved here gives me a sense of purpose and allows me to have a say in what goes on in our community. We normally have an event every other Thursday, but last night, we had a Triple Thursday, with 3 events! We watched Ninja Turtles II: Revenge of the Ooze, had a fire, and played glow-in-the-dark Ultimate Frisbee! Yeah, it was pretty awesome! We have our very own popcorn machine, so the movie watchers got to snack while they watched, and people were able to make s'mores at the fire. This is a picture of my best friend Beth and me with our proud, and quite tasty, creations! Afterwards, like the close of any good night, we all piled into a few cars and drove over to Dwarf House(Chick fil a). It's gotten to the point where we know the waitresses! Ramona took great care of us as normal! Most of us didn't even get food but just enjoyed the fun of hanging out with our friends. We played games, talked, and most importantly laughed! My friend Big Frank here can get pretty much anyone to shed a smile whether it's a silly comment or putting a flower in his hair! Good times with good people! :)

Lighting a Fire

2011-11-07T12:23:00.003-05:00

Hello my name is Kenneth Chaney and this is my first blog. To tell you a little about myself, I am finishing up my second year at Point University. I am in the Access Program for working adults. I am 47 years old. I am married to a Proverbs 31 woman. Her name is Roselyn. She’s from Zambales in the Philippines. I have a beautiful daughter who goes by the name of Kenya Rose, which is a combination of my name and her mother’s name. She attends Cumberland Christian Academy, in Austell Georgia. A lot of my blogs will most likely contain events or conversations that occur between the three of us. I was born in a small town in North West Georgia named Trion. I retired from the U.S. Navy in 2004, after 20 years of service. I must say that the old navy slogan is true “Navy it’s not just a job it’s an Adventure!” What’s on my mind tonight? Well, I have been thinking about this blog all week. What I am going to write about? I have decided to write about lighting fires. The most interesting things I have discovered about lighting fires is that sometimes they are hard to start, but once they’re started and burning they’re also very hard to put out. I have tried starting a fire when the wind is blowing and it’s very difficult. Every time I would light the fire the wind would blow it out, before it got started. I know what you’re thinking. You’re thinking what does lighting a fire have to do with Point University? I am glad you asked. The Point University experience has lit a fire in me to complete my education. Sure the winds of doubt blew in my direction. I am too old to go back to school. It’s going to take too long for me to finish. I am too old to learn something new, but the Point University experience has proven all the fore mention doubts not to be true. I am currently one class away from completing by AA, in Organizational Leadership. The Professors at Point has been great for the most point. (No pun intended) Maybe you have been thinking about going back to school, but the same winds of doubt that I experienced are now blown in your direction. I encourage you to consider Point University to help light your fire and reach your goal. Once you start burning with the accomplishments of the Point University experience, no wind of doubt will ever be able to extinguish the flames with which you will burn! Well, I guess that’s all for now. Until the next time my friend!

Education is not the filling of a pail,
but the lighting of a fire.
William Butler Yeats

Quailman, Crepes, and Jumpcastles - all a part of life at Point!

2011-11-01T16:29:00.001-04:00

Well, hello there. It's ~~(practically)~~ November, and it's too cold.

While many of my peers are excited since they can break out their sweaters and jackets, I would much rather it be hot, humid, and sunny (also known as perfect beach weather).

Onto other things though...(it's here that you get all excited and curious and click on the "read more" link right there)

This past weekend was the annual Point University Fall Festival (which I was helping with seeing as it is put on by the Point SGA) - and it went amazingly well. Seeing a bunch of kids from the community coming to Point for an evening of free candy and games, as well as seeing their smiles made me realize that spending a Friday night doing this was much better than anything else I could have done. The best part? Getting to dress up as a partial Quailman from Doug (the 90s cartoon - minus the underwear on the shorts, and the cape), and playing in the jump-castle.

Sunday (10/30) I managed to somehow successfully make crepes - nutella and banana - perfection. . . and went to my own personal "land of milk and honey"; Sam's Club.

Fast forward a couple of days - November 1, 2011. Today is many things - the first day of November, the first day of "No Shave November", and also the countdown to Advent!

Yes, I'm already excited for the Christmas preparations to begin. And I'm even more excited for the fact that when it DOES begin, we'll all be doing it together (well, until I go home for a month - which will be excrutiating).

So, there we go - just another week or so in the life of a Point student - and yet, even with all the stress that came with working out the kinks of the Fall Festival, and the fact that I'm working two jobs and balancing that with class...I wouldn't change it for the world.

+Will

Class on Halloween!?!

2011-11-01T15:27:00.004-04:00

I'll be the first to admit, I did not want to go to class last night. However, barring an emergency, as an Access student, we must be at class. I reluctantly went, hoping the professor would let us leave early so I could have some peace and quiet at home (I have two daughters, 11 and 3, peace and quiet is a luxury). We're not going to mention the fact that I was not thrilled with this class, it's a requirement, but that doesn't mean I have to love it.
I get to class, already ready for 10pm, and the most amazing thing happens..my professor has the most inspiring, uplifting, informative teaching for the night. I was actually happy that I went. I think I really do like the class, not because the textbook reading is inspiring, it's the professor. I didn't want the class to end, it was just so good! He is one of so many Point professors I've had which really inspire me. I know, it's kind of cliche talking about how good the teachers are when writing on a school blog, so I'll be real, some are not so great (very very few!!). Really though, I'm amazed not only in the amount of knowledge they possess, but in the passion that comes from them for what they're teaching. I've been fortunate enough to learn from Dr. Carey (wow!), Mr. Huxford (also amazing!), my humanities professor Anthony Neal (who knows something about everything!) and currently Gordon Griffin, who's teaching me Basic Christian Doctrine. That's just a few of many that have left an impression. My only sadness is that I only get 5 weeks with them. Hopefully, as I continue my journey, I will get to learn more from them.

The Meaning of Human Service

2011-10-29T14:54:00.004-04:00

I was once told that God him self was a helper. God's work was helping people
and preaching the word of the gospel. As I began my educational career at Point
I really didn't have a clear understanding of what human service really was. My
very first class centered on discovering what my strengths were. A class based
upon discovering my God given strengths. As time progressed I learned the
importance of my calling, and the true meaning of vocation and service. The
Strengths Quest assessment allowed me to embrace my purpose and gain a better
understanding of my calling. I was faced with the question how does my vocation
give God glory? In October 2009, I enrolled in Point University (then
ACC) majoring in Counseling and Human Services. My college education has made a
major impact on my entire life. I have growth spirituality, mentally and
professionally, the application of my strengths in my everyday life has allowed
me to excel. The strengths of strategic, ideation, input, responsibility and woo
have led me to purse a career in human service. I am also a Hand on
Atlanta Americorp volunteer. Being able to serve the needs of children is very
rewarding work. The AmeriCorps are based in elementary, middle, and high school
across metro Atlanta in low income areas. Within even every elementary school
there are four AmeriCorps volunteers. Our primary areas of focus are students
with low scores in reading. We provide tutoring to those students and a Free
after school program to children who need additional tutoring. Much of my
success can be credited to all of the wisdom and insight I've received from
teachers and classmates. Prior to coming to Point University, I had the
desire to attain a Bachelors Degree but I didn't have the confidence in my
abilities. In May 2012, I will receive my Bachelors Degree in Counseling and
Human Services. And we know that in all things God works for the good of those
who love him, who have been called according to his purpose Romans 8:28.

My family!

2011-10-27T12:44:00.001-04:00

Being the daughter of a minister has resulted in me attending a lot of schools when I was younger. Except for one, maybe two schools, I did not enjoy any of the ones I attended. So, when I came to Point, I was a little skeptical of how much they emphasized Point is a community. Through my time here at Point, however, I have seen just how much this really is a community; most importantly, a community that I call my family who is always there for me when I need them. This is something that I was reminded of this past weekend when my fiancés grandmother had a rough day in the hospital. My first reaction was to not only call my parents, but to also text those within my Point family. It was so comforting to know that I had a family praying for her, her family, and for His guidance on how she needed to be encouraged.

I love my Point family and I thank all of those who were praying for Nannie.

So excited!

2011-10-25T14:45:00.005-04:00

I am new to the blog, so please allow me a moment to introduce myself. My name is Stacie. I am currently a Sophomore at Point University. I am pursuing my Bachelor's degree in Christian Ministries in the Access program. I am a youth leader/pastor/director - whatever you want to call me at my church. It has been such a crazy fun journey getting here. I have to say, most of the teachers are really amazing and I've learned so much. The school is really striving to make us adults feel like part of the college experience. We have chapel services, prayer groups, opportunities to travel abroad, and even more on the horizon. I know this is starting to sound like an ad for the school, and I promise in the future to limit myself to telling you about the issues we face as adults in college. But for now, my advice is, if you're on the fence, go ahead and take the plunge - it's really worth it!

Professor, Friend

2011-10-17T15:52:00.006-04:00

This summer I had the opportunity to go to Israel with other Point students.

INCREDIBLE!!!

Years of making up cartoon-like movies in my head as I envisioned the stories I read in the Bible have come to an end because I got to walk where Jesus walked and see the things he saw. While riding across the Sea of Galilee I could imagine Jesus speaking to a crowd on the hillside. Hearing our guide, Gilla's, voice echo across the water's surface helped me understand why Jesus would sit in a boat to teach. I got to see the kinds of toys Jesus would have played with as a child. I always assumed that children in Jesus' day played with sticks and rocks, but they had toys, like wooden animals on wheels pulled with a string. Countless archaeological digs I explored proved that the stories in the Bible are factual. I was able to experience a culture much closer to Jesus' than my own. My interactions with members of the Jewish faith have advanced my understanding of the religious mindset of Jesus' audience and opponents. I was able to see the political position of Israel from an Israeli's point of view.

My experience in Israel was life-changing and faith-defining. I wish I could explain all that I learned and all that I saw. Point is planning a trip to Israel during Spring Break 2013. You should go!! Everyone should experience Jesus' homeland in such a tangible way.

Before the trip to Israel I was expecting to see Jerusalem, the Sea of Galilee, Bethlehem and so much more. I got those things, but I also got some things I was not expecting. John and Emma Morris, professors for the Access program at Point, led the trip. Before the trip I knew who Emma and John were, but I was intimidated by them. That was not a problem for long. Immediately Emma and I hit it off. The two of us were always trailing behind the rest of our group taking pictures of everything, literally. We came back from the trip with inside jokes and countless pictures to discuss.

That's something I love about Point. Professors know your name. They care about you. And they might just even be your friend.

John and Emma

SPONTANEOUS!

2011-10-16T23:25:00.004-04:00

Hello everyone! Since this is my first time blogging, I guess I’ll introduce myself. I’m Alicia, a junior at Point University. I was so indecisive in picking a major that I have a crazy combination of music, children’s ministry, and biblical studies, but it’s perfect for me. I know it’s cliché, but I couldn’t imagine being anywhere besides Point. It’s become my home, and its people are my family. The community here is the kind that surrounds you with encouragement and love, lifts you up when you are broken, and celebrates with you when you succeed.

I live on campus and wouldn't trade that experience for anything. There’s always something to do and people to hang out with. This week especially has been a lot of fun! Thursday night, we had a campus wide game of capture the flag. We were supposed to pick a team (Student Government Association or the Campus Life Ministers). It was a close game with lots of sneaking, hiding, and protecting our sacred flag. SGA won (my team of course!), but I think everyone had fun.

After the game, we walked back to the dorm thinking we might actually go to bed early for a change…we should have known better! Some of my favorite memories here are the spontaneous, spur of the moment, crazy ideas that we come up with. We were all hanging out in my friend's room, and someone jokingly said, “Let’s have a sleepover!” It was already about 1 o’clock, but of course it sounded like a great idea! We all ran to get into our PJ’s and pulled mattresses, blankets, and pillows into a fairly small dorm room. There were 4 mattresses and 7 of us girls, rather crowded! We took silly pictures, giggled like little girls, and just had a really fun night together! Whether it’s a spontaneous trip to Dwarf House, a bonfire on a Friday night, piling into a van to go get lost trying to find something in Atlanta, or an old-school sleepover, I’ve learned that sometimes the greatest moments are the ones you don’t expect or plan for but just enjoy as they come! J

D Group!

2011-10-15T23:15:00.005-04:00

D Group is another opportunity given to students to grow more spiritually. My D Group has been meeting since last fall. There are about 8 of us girls in the group that meet about every week. Our leaders Sarah and Bethany like to plan fun events for all of us to maybe get off campus and do something exciting. We have our famous taco nights at Bethany’s house provided by her extremely nice husband. Lucky us, taco night was this weekend! Bethany’s husband, Chad is so kind and loves to cook our group treats. On top of eating delicious tacos, we did an arts and crafts project together. As you can see in the picture, we made cute baby pumpkins. Before the pumpkin designing took place, Chad took us on a hay ride around the neighborhood. Might I add, the trailer was being pulled by an FJ Cruiser. We are not that redneck HA.

D Group is such a great addition to my jam packed week days. I love my friends and mentors that truly care about me!

It’s the raisins that make the raisin bran so great!

2011-10-13T20:52:00.001-04:00

Lori is my name. I once did a skit about how “It’s the raisins that make the raisin bran so great!” (Maybe one day, I can post it for you). 5 foot, 3 inches, and some change to spare in height. I am engaged to a sweet man (I just had to throw that one in!). I love to sing and lead worship. I love my job helping people figure out what they want to do with their lives. I have two fish (Lucy and Ethel) and a dog (Chico). My favorite show in the world is I Love Lucy. Most importantly, I am a senior at Point University!!! In a nutshell, that is me.

Now that we are done with the “formal” introduction, I have to tell of the fabulous fall break we just had, my last fall break in college. Sad. Every year around this time, as the leaves are changing to beautiful colors and the wind begins to pick up, Point University gives students two days off from classes to enjoy the wonderful season God has created for us. For most students, this is a time of not only having fun, but also trying to catch up on some homework that you have been avoiding, as was my case. Realizing the limited amount of time that I had to completely compose one of my writing assignments, I jumped into “school mode.” This “mode” placed me in Starbucks for six hours straight, writing until I had seven complete pages. Happy that I just got the paper over within one afternoon, it was now time for some fun! With the crisp air, the scent of burning leaves, and everyone drinking hot chocolate, there was one activity that was calling my name: a corn maze! What better people to do it with than with two of my roommates and my fiancé. After a hay ride, defeating the corn maze, gaining knowledge on honeybees, and buying baby pumpkins for my nieces and nephews, I was exhausted and ready to curl up on the couch and watch some television.

After four days away from school, I was ready to be back at Point University! This time away from my home made me realize once again, that while I enjoy time off from school, there is no place like home at Point University! Here is to rest of the semester!

Home Sweet Point!!

2011-10-13T15:00:00.006-04:00

This year for Fall Break like every other year I went home to spend time with my family in Savannah, Ga, where I am from. I realized this trip home that there is always something weird about going home. Not that I don't love going home and seeing my family, but I realized that I don't really any friends in Savannah anymore. All my friends have either gone else where to school or something else. When I'm home I get a home sick feeling, especially when home for the Summer or Christmas Break. It's like Point has become my home away from home and it is, because of the friendships I've developed the two almost three years I have been here at Point University. I remember coming to Point when it was Atlanta Christian College, scared that I wouldn't make friends as easily as I do back home and worried about how my classes and professors where going to be. The weird thing is, is that I didn't really miss home at all, in fact I had forgotten to call my mom the whole second week on being here and she called me to make sure i was still alive. I was having so much fun and learning so much that I had forgotten about home and about my fears and worries. God has truly blessed me with the most wonderful relationships and I know that they will last a lifetime. Being at Point University has made the vision of the person I want to be more than just a vision, but a future and something with in reach.

Fall Break: 2011

2011-10-10T10:28:00.003-04:00

Fall break. For many it means an extra couple days home, relaxing, and spending more time with family and friends who live an hour or so away from campus...

Not this cat. I'm leaving today at noon to embark on my 5 1/2 hour journey back home to "the 843" (843 is the area code for coastal South Carolina from Hilton Head to Myrtle Beach, inland to Florence).

Yes, you read that correctly. 5 1/2 hours. In other words, I'm letting my iPod charge to full capacity, and plan on driving straight through to Augusta (where I plan on getting gas at the cheapest gas-station in the area...at $2.98/gal), then from there I'm going to be driving all the way to my dad's shop, so I'll get to have dinner with me padre, and some sales reps (the perk of the pet business: company representatives with very padded expense accounts = free dinner at nice restaurants).

But most of all - I want to do one thing, and one thing only. Go to the beach - Folly, if I get to pick, and smell the salt air. Get "beach hair" (what happens when salt air and sand mix with hair). And most of all - remember why I love my home: big white porches, and floppy straw hats. Seersucker jackets, and linen pants.

Annnd......fast-forward a week (well, five days). I'm back in East Point, and at the daily grind - as usual. I achieved most of my goals I set for break. I worked with my dad at the family business, and even got to see some Point friends who decided to come to Charleston. I got cheap gas - $3.02/gal, not quite the $2.98 I wanted, but it was good enough.


Fallen tree branch at Folly Beach (yes, I took that picture)

Best of all, though, I remembered why I love my home region so much. Smells of the salt-marsh filled the air, and people smiling wherever you went. Even saw a wedding photo shoot downtown, and the entire street was filled with honking cars and yelling people congratulating the new bride and groom...yes, I honked my horn. I got to go to the beach, and feel the sand between my toes, and even ate some local shrimp (about 100.583748 times better than the ones you buy at Kroger in the seafood section).

So, no elaborate cruises, or expensive trips for me this year - just quality time with the family, and remembering my roots...and that's all I could have wanted.

Why, hello blog. Shall I introduce myself?

2011-09-28T22:17:00.003-04:00

Let me just start off with saying this: you may (or may not) like the way I write. I am very stream of conciousness, and what I start with may not be what I end with. I make nerdy jokes, and like using metaphors. So, if you don't like dorky jokes, and kinda awkwardly worded metaphors that make you go "huh?"; just go on to the next post.

...are you still there? Good.

Well, where to start...my name is Will, and I am a sophomore at Point. I am a Biblical Studies major, with a minor on Youth and Family ministry...well....mainly the youth ministry part. I love the Christian calendar (much like fellow student Elizabeth). I also am "heir to the throne" of my father's pet store in Charelston, and rather enjoy the "thrill of the hunt" when it comes to making a sale. I also am a photo-nerd, so if you need any photo services, or want to go on a photo escapade...you know who to find. I am a technology guru, and am usually always connected somehow to the internet. I like the "southern way of life" - and cook like I do (I mean, who else do you know that would make shrimp and grits from scratch, for no real reason other than "I want to cook"?).

Life so far this semester has been rather busy. Not just a little extra work here and there, but rather the type of busy where I have to check my Google calendar if someone asks me to dinner to make sure it doesn't over lap with...

SGA event
Class
My off-campus job
My on-campus job
the youth group I volunteer with in Buckhead
Non-SGA events that are general school events

So yeah, my calendar looks like someone took five or six crayons, stuck them in a blender, then poured the resulting shreds of color onto paper. But, there have been some benefits to being busy these past couple of months, mainly the cool events I've gotten to help with and go on...

Jamie-Grace at her CD release party

the CD release party for Jamie-Grace where I got to work the merchandise table and show off my mad sales 'skillz' as they say...
I got to be a part of the improv night that SGA held right after school got into session...
The guys in the house I'm living in (the Redmon House) have established "family dinners" where we go to dinner, and form community. Like a listening post ... on steroids.
I helped plan a surprise birthday ambush on my CLM from last year for his 21st birthday - which included running a home-made cake through an on and off rainstorm from one end of campus to the other, since we didn't realize it would be raining.
Got to help with LINK in June, and then orientation in early August...
Helped another friends mom plan a surprise party for said friend on campus...

But the best part so far? Making so many close relationships with people - which is part of what Point is about, right?

'Til later

Mission Trip to Africa

2011-06-25T23:26:00.005-04:00

I was not able to attend the June "Link" due to my trip to Africa. (sad day, but WORTH IT!) This was the first mission trip I had ever been on! I went in with no expectations and was so glad I did!
A group of ten of us traveled to Ghana Africa for about 2 weeks. We landed in the city of Accra and shortly after, traveled 300 miles north to a village named Borea. While in the village, our team helped assemble a church building, as well as hold a 2 day VBS for the children. We expected to have 200 kids show up to the VBS, little did we know... about 600 kids showed up the second day we had it! I have never in my life felt so much love at once! These kids would just come up to us white people and stare for hours. This reminded me of how we look to God, in total awe. (I am not saying that I am God ha)

Going into this mission, I was expecting to serve. I did not realize that I was the one who was being served the whole time! The people of Ghana were so hospitable (prior to our arrival, they had built us a shower and toilet!).
What I took home with me: Patience, understanding, time and organization isn't as important as we make it out to be, God takes care of everything and everyone. I loved seeing how God was working in other parts of the world. I never thought I would ever dance on my way to an offering plate. I never thought I could be so touched by strangers of a different world. Mission trips are such a great experience in life. I am so glad that Point University makes it a priority for all students to go on a cross cultural experience prior to graduating. It is an experience of a lifetime in which you could never regret doing. You learn so much about the world, about yourself and about God and his love for us. To see it with your own eyes is a miracle in itself.
I can't wait to hear about your experience!

Friends for a Lifetime

2011-05-12T13:43:00.000-04:00

In every movie I would see friends having reunions after graduating from college and starting their family's. I never thought that when I started college that God would bring people into my life and they would be as close. Two years ago my sister and I moved in and of course I wasn't planning on staying so I didn't really make the best of my college experience for that first year. About a year later, God placed it in my heart to stay after I had gotten my transfer slip and acceptance letter to another school. So I came back and decided that if I was going to graduate from here I may as well make the best of it.

The second year that I was here my sister ended up becoming a CLM and wasn't going to be my roommate. So that meant I had to find someone else. What better person to room with than my neighbor (from the semester before) Destiny Washington. We were both very unsure about how the semester would turn out, but we decided to at least give it a try. I have to say that it was the best choice that I ever could have made. She was definitely like a big sister to me and was there for me through everything I went through from happy tears to painful tears. From surprisse birthday parties to surprise late night movie nights. It was the best experience ever, and besides that I not only gained a lot of other friends, but sisters in Christ as well. I will forever remember my experiences from this school and will cherish the memories.

-Deene

Life in the Library

2011-05-12T13:22:00.000-04:00

My first semester at the school I never really went to the library for any reason except to print out a last minute paper. It wasn't until I started working in the library that I found myself in there almost everyday. I thought I was going to loose my mind because the library was too quiet for me, but it was definitely not what I thought it was going to be. You get to meet so many people there during work especially the athletes.

This was the final week of school and the only thing left to do was study for finals and make changes to our presentations and projects. There was a specific group however that was in the library and they were working on their presentation and one of the guys in the group didn't iron his shirt and didn't have an iron to do it so the girl in the group brought her iron and did it for him. It was the first time in my life that I had seen a student ironing in the Library. But it definitely showed dedication. This is has been one of the most busiest semesters for me in my whole college experience and I hope it will be the last.

-Deene

The Beginning of the End

2011-05-12T07:51:00.000-04:00

The past couple of weeks have been pretty busy with projects, papers, choir concerts, and finals. I haven't really had a chance to stop and take in the fact that tomorrow I will be leaving school and will have officially finished with my first year at ACC and my third year of college!!! It is an exciting and scary thought. So, I thought I would reflect on my experiences here at ACC.
I never thought that I would have so much fun in college...or learn that much for that matter. I feel like I have been here forever in a good way; I don't feel like the new kid in school. I have made amazing friends and done things I didn't think I would have the opportunity to do. I have grown spiritually and have been challenged in my thinking. I have had tons of fun....whoever said Christians were boring obviously has never hung out with any. I have learned to be a performer, I learned to play guitar, I visited a Jewish church and performed Broadway in choir. So, as I start to pack up my things, I feel a little tinge of sadness. However, there is a hovering feeling of excitement for what is to come in the next year. And though I am most definitely ready for summer break, I can't wait to come back!

Broadway Blast

2011-05-07T19:54:00.012-04:00

One of my favorite things about school is being able to see people do what they do best. This is especially true for the Music Department (which is soon to be the Fine Arts Department) Every end of the semester they put together a concert, and this semester's theme was broadway. Now, I'm not a big fan of musicals (at least in movie-format) but goodness do I love to watch a good performance. And the Choir team did a phenomenal job!

The most amazing part for me is that I was actually asked to take part in this year's performance! Got to play guitar for a rendition of "Good Riddance" by Green Day from theirAmerican Idiot presentation on Broadway.

There were so many great performances. The opening was great. A girl at our school, Chloe, sang a beautiful opening jazz number.

Another girl, Ashley A., sang an amazing cover of "I'm here" from The Color Purple, and of course "Ugg a Wugg" from Peter Pan was just phenomenal - they added a drum part that was pretty great.

And Brandy M. did a great job as Belle from Beauty and The Beast.

Honestly, everyone did a fantastic job and I was just so honored to be a part of it! I am even considering joining choir next semester . . . but we'll just have to see about that. ;)

Now I have to focus a little longer and study for Finals. So crazy that the semester is at its end. Definitely going to miss everyone a ton but it's been a great semester and I look forward to next year!

And yeah, this is me right before the performance:

Summer in Israel and Kenya

2011-05-05T16:46:00.006-04:00

In 13 days I am going to Israel with the school. I can't believe it! I cannot wait to walk where Jesus walked and see the things He saw. I am so excited about getting to see the culture He was surrounded by and make the stories I have heard a thousand times come to life. Sometimes, I feel like the Gospel is just a story that I have heard so much it does not have an effect on me. This trip is a chance for me to see the story with fresh eyes!

But wait, it gets better! A few days after getting back from Israel I am flying to Kenya. I will be spending the summer at Camp Bluesky, a Christian summer camp for kids, ages 7-17. I will be a counselor for five weeks of camp and then I will be spending three weeks doing mission work throughout the country. The other counselors and I will get to go on a safari. I cannot wait to see the Lion King in real life! We will also raft the Nile River!! Hopefully I will not be eaten by a crocodile!

I do not know what to expect this summer. I know God is going to do incredible things and I cannot wait to witness them.

Professionalism and Oh-My-Goodness-Finals

2011-05-03T18:32:00.000-04:00

I'm a student worker and on Tuesday nights from... now to 11:00, I work in the library in the Educational Resource Center. It's super legit, by which I mean I get to sit behind a desk, and answer questions and all kinds of awesomeness. No one has ever told the student workers, "Look, you need to dress up for this," but I've always assumed that a level of professionalism would be appropriate.

What does professionalism look like? I'm glad you asked, blog readers.

A professional would NEVER walk into the library barefoot with her shoes in her backback because they're leather and it's raining.

She'd be able to balance a takeout container AND a drink AND an umbrella WITHOUT spilling her sweet tea all down her arm and her shirt and her skirt.

A true professional would NEVER get caught in the rain and come in to work looking somewhat like a drowned rat.

Basically? I'm not a professional anything. :)

School is racing to a close, finals are looming, majors are changing, and nothing is the way I thought it was. Life would be easier if I were still in high school, when everything looked clear cut and simple, but it would be an illusion. I prefer the struggle--sweet tea and all.

Elizabeth

Changes

2011-05-02T15:58:00.003-04:00

There are a lot of changes going on here at ACC, soon to be Point University (like this one)... The school is changing locations to West Point Georgia in Fall 2012. There are more changes; this one deals more with me and my personal life. I am changing my major!!! again... I was originally undecided, then humanities, then counseling, and now.... (drum role).... I am switching to Early Childhood Education! Being a teacher was always at the bottom of my list, and of course God shows me a sign that this is the path that he wants me to choose. Everything is fine, the changes are being made. I still have to switch my schedule around and sign up for the correct classes. Because I am almost a junior and am just now switching over to the ECE program, I am a little behind. I will be at Point University for a another year! I am actually really excited about it! Now I have an excuse to stay here. haha

It is never to late to change your major. Do what God is calling you to do, whether it be working in a church, being a school teacher, or picking up trash. Be confident in who you are, but most importantly, remind yourself daily that God has your back! He will provide. You can't go wrong if you are doing what the Lord calls you to do.

Good Luck!!!

Community Ministry Day at West Point

2011-04-26T09:59:00.003-04:00

If you were interested about all the fun things that went down on Community Ministry day, here's a little video of the West Point/Valley/Lannet team. (There were also teams of people in Atlanta and at Woodland Camp)

Enjoy!

Community Ministry Day in West Point from Point University on Vimeo.

Life in technicolor

2011-04-26T09:36:00.007-04:00

Hey lovely people, I don't have a lot of time to write a real blog post. So I thought I'd let you in on my life via pictures from the last month or so. Afterall, a picture is worth a thousand words, right? Well I am about to post seven thousand words:

Upperhead Dorm Random Photo Shoot. L-R, Myself, Tyler, Meg, Patricia.

Trip to West Point on Community Ministry Day.

Dorm Wars (Best Team - the Upperhead Cherokees, duh!)

Spring Formal! L-R: Laura, Jackie, Brittany, Megan, Deene, Amber, and Myself.

Oh you know, dancing the night away at Spring Formal.

Laura and I at Formal.

SGA Braves Game Trip! My boyfriend and I.

The beginning of the end

2011-04-25T15:47:00.003-04:00

My thoughts as school comes to a close...

We should make a truck pool in the student parking lot (tarp/water/truck bed)

There are two more weeks of classes, then a week of finals=4 or 5 classes left (praise God)

I am working on campus over the summer...When should I start packing up my dorm room in order to move to the apartments? (all students who live on campus during the summer are put in the apartments)

I need to get a cross cultural experience form to fill out this summer. My mission trip to Africa will count toward that. (Every student is required to go on a cross cultural experience before they graduate)

I should warn my mother that I will be needing some help with cooking skills again this summer. (I am the worst cook...to be on my own is a dangerous idea)

I need to buy text books (or bumb some off someone else who has already taken the class)

I need to make sure that I haven't used up all of my absences in my classes ( I am sure that I haven't)

I should take home any winter outfits. TIP:When living in a dorm, you have to make sure to "live light." This means that you can't keep everything you would like to keep. First of all, you have roommates who need space too. You will be changing rooms every year either way. Pack light to help yourself out.

These are all of my thoughts/tips for this time of the year. School is alomst out!!!!! I am ready for a new and exciting one :)

Being Lead

2011-04-14T16:44:00.004-04:00

I have a lot going on in my life right now. Today is one month from graduation, I will be moving in with my sister the week leading up to graduation, and I will also have finals that week. I am less than 5 months from getting married, and my best friend is getting married 6 weeks after me. And this is just the big stuff, this doesn't even include the little everyday things that are always on my never ending to-do list. Well last night. I let a friend of mine come over and use my oven to make cupcakes for her roommate's birthday. She came back over this morning while I was in class to ice them and left a note on my desk. The part that inspired this blog was this: "Hang in there...just a month to go! And don't worry...God will lead you where he wants you!" That got me thinking about how I was lead to ACC (becoming Point University) by God a few years ago. What got me here was the opportunity to play basketball for the school and I thought he wanted me to be a youth minister. In one month I will graduate as an English major, and I only played one season of basketball. But I know without a shadow of a doubt, God lead me to exactly where he wanted me to be. Believe it or not, there are people who are planning on transferring schools just because of our name change. And I have heard of some high school students who where interested in attending school here who are now not because of the name change. If you are reading this and fall into one of those two categories, remember this; God did not call you to this school because of the name. Just like he didn't call me here to be a youth minister. But if I would have transferred after changing my major, how far I would have been for his plan for me! That little note also relieved some of my stresses about finding a job. If I had transferred, that friend and I wouldn't have a relationship today. I know that I was lead to Point University for a reason.

Campus Ministry Day

2011-04-12T18:28:00.003-04:00

Campus Ministry day occurs once a semester! This is when the whole campus shuts down and the students, teachers and faculty go out and help the community. I had the opportunity to go to City of Refuge. This is a place in Atlanta that helps the community in many ways. They have a children's area in which they have after school care and tutors for the children in the community. They also have an area where people can donate slightly used items. These items are sent out to the community. I had the opportunity to work in the food portion and the area in which they sort the items people donate. The food part was incredible because of the stories the man told us. Who knew that a box on cheerios could allow someone to know Jesus. It's a crazy thing! We had to fill the boxes with enough food to feed a family of four!! So a friend of mine carried the box and I shopped! It was a lot fun and made me feel good about myself. Knowing that I am helping out a family of four have food for a week. But, knowing that I have the opportunity to help someone find Christ! That is such an amazing thing that people get saved by boxes of food. I think that campus ministry day is a great thing that the school does. It allows us to humble ourselves while helping others. Next semester I want to go back to City of Refugee and help the community I live in even more.

Spring Ministry Day/Formal

2011-04-11T17:21:00.003-04:00

Every semester, the college shuts down to go out and serve. Last Thursday, beginning around 8:30 a.m., the students, faculty, and staff piled into 15 passenger vans and went to various places to help out the community. For example, some students went to a place named "City of Refuge" in Atlanta, others went to different places around the new West Point campus. Camp Woodland had students serve there as well. Basically, for half a day, we all go to these various locations and serve, whether it be cleaning windows, sorting through donated clothes, or constructing things. I always have a lot of fun at these events. While getting to know our fellow classmates even more, we are also serving God by helping out the community. I think it is amazing how willing and selfless we all are on days like these. It really is a neat thing to witness. Every Spring semester, SGA (Sudent Government Association) plans a dance. People get really dressed up and have a ball! This year, we had it at Stone Mountain on the river boat. It was AWESOME! We got to see some fireworks while enjoying the wonderful weather. Everyone had a blast, danced the night away, and had yummy desert! Both of these events are great for our students. Everyone needs a little break from studying sometimes. ;)

school?

2011-04-10T23:58:00.004-04:00

It is that time of the year again - DORM WARS!!! Next week we will be having competitions against other dorms/apartments. It was a blast last year and will be even better this year. Last year I was co-captain; the captain just wanted to have fun so we lost. We will win this year! I am el-Captain, meaning winner. The girls are going down, the guys are going to look like girls, and team PRIME TIME is on the road to the golden toilet!

After dorm wars there is spring formal. Last year was awesome - I definitely went with the prettiest girl on campus. My roommate said my date lost a bet last year, which we all know is a lie! I am sad to say that I'm not taking the prettiest girl on campus this year. In fact, I don't even have a date... Anyway its going to be a great week next week (besides my test).

G

ahhh spring

2011-04-10T23:57:00.003-04:00

Best time of the year - the flowers are blooming and the sun is a shinin' in good ole spring. Okay, well enough with that - it is spring break and we have games. We have played two already, winning the first and losing the second. We are playing three games on Friday...that's right three! So be there!

I do not know what else to write which makes me kinda feel lame because everyone else on here is writing novels of their life story, but then I think about it and I don't.

Why? You may ask.

Good question. Well because I have swag! Enough said.

I'm out.
G

busy week

2011-04-10T23:56:00.003-04:00

So this week was one of my busiest. I had two tests, four games in two days, and work. Well, the games went well - we won 3 out of 4 (beating Berry twice and Young Harris once). Work is work I just give tours so it ain't too bad. As you can tell I mentioned my tests last - I'm proud to say I passed one without studying, but the other one wasn't too hot.

Tomorrow the baseball team and some other students are going to West Point to see our new campus-to-be in two years. It should be exciting. I know we (the baseball team) will make it fun. I am going to record some of it so who knows what might be on facebook (so check it out). That's all for this week. Kinda boring I know. Next time will be more exciting! I will be blogging on...Idk yet.

I'm out. G

I'm BACK!

2011-04-10T23:46:00.002-04:00

Guess who's back back again g is back tell a friend.

Here's the deal I have been blogging but realized that I made my own blogging account... So I am just going to copy and paste what i have been blogging about.

End of the Semester

2011-04-09T15:24:00.004-04:00

Well, it's been a while and a lot has been going on. I thought things would slow down a little after my recital....but I was wrong. This week we had dorm wars. It was really fun and it gave everyone a chance to relax and let loose for a few days. We also had Spring Ministry Day on Thursday. We all signed up to go to different places and just help out and minister to different people. I had the opportunity to go to City of Refuge in Atlanta. City of Refuge provides food, clothing and other necessary resources to the less fortunate and struggling people in Atlanta. It was an awesome day. I packed boxes full of food that would be delivered to the homes of families and I also helped organize the warehouse where they keep donations like furniture and clothes and electronics; there were even a couple of cars in there. It is so easy to get wrapped up in yourself these days with our busy schedules and deadlines that we have to make; it was nice to step back for a day and put myself in the backseat and think about someone else and their well-being. As a Christian though, one day is not enough and it shouldn't take a school ministry day for me to get out into the world and share the love of Christ with others. This week ended with a bang: Spring Formal. We all went out to Stone Mountain and boarded a river boat and just had a good time. Now, it is time to get back into the groove of things. There are papers due, and projects and finals right around the corner. We are almost to the end and it is looking pretty good.

Spring Ministry Day 2011

2011-04-07T14:27:00.007-04:00

Today hundreds of ACC staff and students attacked our community with the love of Jesus! ACC sent students to Point University's new home West Point, GA and Lanett and Valley, Alabama. Students also went to Woodland Christian Camp and God's Farm. I went to City of Refuge with 90 students. My group went to the park and had a cookout with children that live on campus at the City of Refuge. I am on SGA and we headed up the cookout. Storey, Rob, and I prepared lunch, while the kids played football and kickball with the other ACC students. After lunch we played on the playground. I made a friend, named Michelle(pictured above). She is 8 and we got sick spinning on this amazing little merry-go-round. It was such a great day to serve and love kids who do not always experience love. Greg lead our group today and he really challenged me to serve. City of Refuge has so many opportunities to serve and it is important that we take the church outside of the church by serving in other areas.

LIFES GOOD

2011-03-29T10:41:00.001-04:00

SUN...
RAIN...
WIND...
CLOUDS...
COLD...
THE LOVE YOU GET FROM PEERS AND STAFF AT ACC, SOON TO BE POINT U! ...
NEVER CHANGES.

ON THE ROAD OF LIFE THERE ARE PASSENGERS AND DRIVERS. IN THE WORLD OF ACC, WE ARE THE ROAD IN WHICH PASSENGERS AND DRIVERS SHOULD FOLLOW.

GOD BLESS AMERICA AND SURELY BLESS POINT UNIVERSITY!

I'm Too Old!

2011-03-29T09:34:00.003-04:00

I have noticed by doing a few things this week that I am just too old. I notice that there are things I feel like I can't do now because of my age. But over the past semester, especially this past week, I have done some things that let me relive the glory days. One thing that was huge was laser tag. I went with a group of 7th graders from my church to go play laser tag. I will say that I did win and I felt like I was in the middle of a huge war and I was camping in a corner just picking people off.( If you don't know what that last sentence means it is Call Of Duty Video Game talk for hanging out in a corner and shooting anyone that comes by with out them knowing where I was at. You may say "Micheal you were playing 7th graders," but remember they had guns also! That wasn't even the glory day experience though what was awesome was the bus ride over there. The whole ride to the place was filled non stop "Yo Momma" jokes. The were coming from every direction. I remember when me and my friends used to just sit in the gym and and make up the best " Yo Momma" jokes. I can't even remember the last time I cracked a " Yo Momma " joke. It has been forever. It was a great flash back. Another thing I did was help my Youth Pastor's son with his 3rd grade math. Now that took me back. Being in college I just dream of being able to do Math that easy. All we had to do consisted of us counting the sides of shapes and writing down their name. I miss it a lot! The last thing I will talk about is my 9th grade bible study I lead with some students from my church. It's awesome. We hang out and go through the world and goof off and of course talk about girls. Its a great experience and but there is something I notice that I really miss. That is not being so independent. My guys just hang out until their mom comes and gets them. They don't have to go back and right book reports or worry about if the gas they have will get them back to school. They don't have to pay their cell phone bill or anything like that. Now don't get me wrong I love being in college and I love being able to provide for myself but I don't think it's wrong to sometimes miss being younger. So live it young have fun but always appreciate the gift at one time you young and you will most likely have kids and appreciate the fact that they will be young.

Six Feet Under the Stars

2011-03-24T09:44:00.008-04:00

Since I have been lacking on the posts, (which is an understatement), get ready to hear from me a lot during this last stretch of the semester! I am so excited about these next few weeks here at school! This weekend is the Global Missions Conference, or as most call it the GMC. There will be lots of missionaries and organizations from around the globe, the US, and from around Atlanta as well. It'll be an awesome eye-opening experience to see what is out there for us to get involved in, and I cannot wait!
THEN in another week, we have DORM WARS! Honestly, I think I look forward to this week even more than Spring Break...yeah, it's that cool. The week is filled with friendly competitions between dorms. Each dorm has different colors and shows team spirit in their own way. This is why my post is red and black-GO LOWER HEAD HALL! You also should know that even though I am an Auburn fan (WAR EAGLE!) through and through, I will be wearing red and black during dorm wars, and that's a pretty big deal! There is everything from a spelling bee, to tug of war, to the ultimate relay.
That Thursday of the week is our Spring Campus Ministry day. On Ministry day, there are no classes and the campus is pretty much shut down in order for us to go serve the community. I always love this day! My freshmen year, I went and worked at City of Refuge in Atlanta and last semester at God's Farm. Both were great experiences, so I look forward to seeing what God has in store this year!
Also during that week, we have Spring Formal, which is on a boat this year! How sweet is that?! It'll be at Stone Mountain and it's always fun to dress up and dance the night away!
Okay, maybe I am getting ahead of my self a little by being so excited for these things when it's a week and a half a way, but can you blame me? :)

Take them off

2011-03-22T13:58:00.008-04:00

Do you ever remember walking into your house with your shoes on? What is the first thing that you were told to do? They would point at your shoes and say "Take them off." That was always the thing to do and it's still in me because that's what I do when I visit people and walk into my room. This week is the week of compassion. Basically we as a community go without something for a day to see what it is like and help donate things in the process. Yesterday was no shoes day.Now of course I am not the type of person to walk outside all day and around campus without my shoes on, but it was for a good cause. I didn't wear my shoes but I did still wear socks to support the cause (my bare foot touching the ground was definitely not going to happen). It was very hard to get used to and I was slightly tempted to complain, but I was reminded of the people that don't have flip flops to put on their feet. Once I thought about that my mind was clear and I had no other worries. For the rest of the day I walked to class, ate in the cafeteria, and even gave a tour without my shoes on. Ever since I can remember, I have had a pair of socks on (especially if I need a pedicure) or I'll wear a different pair of shoes. But it never occurred to me that somebody in the world doesn't have.
It was quite a humbling experience for me to participate and it made it even more humbling when I saw my fellow classmates and even my roommate supporting the cause as well. My feet kind of hurt now, but I can't complain because somebody out in the world doesn't have the same opportunity that I have. So the next time you complain about not having the right shoes to wear to go with your outfit or the next time you complain about not having enough shoes to wear and you already have 5 or 6 pairs stop and think about somebody that doesn't have any shoes at all. I guarantee that you will have a new found respect for the ones that you do have. -Deene

2011-03-21T07:33:00.003-04:00

Hey guys! Sorry it's been a while. Life has been really crazy the past few weeks. A week ago we had Spring Break and I didn't go anywhere exciting. I spent the week unpacking because my family just moved and it was really cold and rainy here in Georgia. But despite all of that I did get to spend some time lounging around which is the ideal break to me.
My junior voice recital is tonight; I have been working very hard for this night and I am super nervous. I trust that God will pull me through though because I have put in the effort to make sure that this a a really good show. After tonight, things will start winding down a little bit and I will be one more day closer to summer!!! I know for some of you things are probably starting to pick up and get a little stressful with projects and papers, but hang in there. I can see the light at the end of the tunnel; we are almost to the finish line.

Home Stretch

2011-03-19T21:21:00.003-04:00

I am an education major here at Atlanta Christian College! I have always had a passion for working with children! I feel as if you can learn so much from them. I am in a class called Educational Foundations! This class covers the basics for education! I was assigned a project in which I was to write an essay about children and or workers other than teachers in the school. I decided to do both, I interviewed some workers and I worked with the kids.

I decided to work in my mom's second grade special education class. There i helped them get simple everyday work done and I just spent time with the kids. This day allowed me to learn so much. I realized that Patience is key in managing a classroom. Without this you will unable to have a classroom. My mom was so amazing at this. She had these kids under so much control. I loved watching her.

When I was working with these kids, It confirmed me wanting to be a teacher. I want to help these children and effect them in the long run. I feel that Atlanta Christian College is going to prepare me well for this job and the journey I have ahead of me.

Make my own plans? sure thing

2011-03-17T15:26:00.003-04:00

College is different from high school in many ways. One being...

Advisement:Students meet with the head of the department in which they are majoring in to make their new class schedule. I love making my own schedules! I am sure I have already mentioned in previous posts that I enjoy the fact that we get to decide whether or not we want to wake up early...or late for class. This opportunity puts much pressure on you as a student. There are some things you might want to ask yourself (especially if you are a freshman):

1. If I sign up for classes that all start later in the day, will I be stuck with early classes my junior and senior year?
answer: This depends on the class. Some of the classes here at ACC need to be paid attention to. For example, one of the classes that I took (for an elective) was only offered every other semester. Be sure to plan out as far in advance as possible. No one wants to graduate late!!! :/
2. Is it a good idea to register for only Tuesday and Thursday classes so I can sleep in on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday?
answer: Depends... Some people can handle it, but there are a few stories that I have heard about it not being the best idea. Some people have said that it throws off their sleeping patterns. It may just be easier to wake up everyday around the same time so you don't have a crazy schedule and terrible sleeping pattern. Then again...If you are hard on yourself, you can make yourself study on those days that you don't have class. You may could use those days to work a part time job, who knows?
3. Should I start with my core classes first, and then work my way into the classes that deal with my major?
answer: It is always good (and safe) to get your core classes out of the way during your first two years. You will most likely change your major a few times before you are really settled.
4. How many hours should I take my first couple of semesters?
answer: I highly suggest that you load up at the beginning! No one wants to be a senior who has to take 21 hours (trust me, I know people who are doing that right now-not fun). Once you graduate high school and soon begin college, you will be used to a lot of classwork, homework, and study time. Don't be scared to take 5 to 7 classes (15-18 credit hours). It is really not as scary as some people make it out to be. Give it a shot. They give you a week or so to drop/add classes with no penalty. If you get a bad vibe, then drop the class; no worries.

With advisement coming, I thought I would post a few tips for you. Hope you learned something! :) Good Luck

Field Trip!

2011-03-16T18:26:00.001-04:00

I'd intended to make this post all thoughtful and metaphorical and poetic, but sometimes that kind of thing is beyond my capacities. Like right now.

Over the weekend, Dr. Strother took a group of twenty-ish preaching majors to the National Preaching Summit in Indianapolis, Indiana. We left Sunday morning (too early) and got back last night (too late). We heard great sermons, attended excellent workshops, and met preaching students from other schools in our fellowship. All in all, a great weekend, never mind the twenty-four hours spent in a school van.

So here's the point: if I had chosen to attend any other college besides (almost)Point University, I wouldn't have done that. I don't want to be a preacher; I'm taking preaching classes purely for self-indulgence. But even with that, I probably wouldn't have been allowed to take classes, much less major in, preaching at any other school within my religious tradition (not without a fight, at least).

For me, the best thing about (almost)Point University is that the administration, the staff, and the faculty are willing to educate me (fifty years ago, this would be somewhat shocking) (which I, personally, find shocking). I'm entering what has been a male-dominated field and it's incredible to be learning under professors who encourage me to do what I want to do and what God is leading me towards no matter whether he's leading me behind a pulpit or in front of a white board.

I guess that last bit was a bit poetic after all. :)

Elizabeth

Breaking into Spring.

2011-03-15T17:42:00.002-04:00

It is not yet April and there are already plenty of Spring Showers (rainy days) Last week was our Spring Break and it was FANTASTIC. I'm sure everyone spent it doing fun and productive things, but I spent mine reading (The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho and East of Eden by John Steinbeck - both great books!) watching movies (too many to list) and catching up on some much needed sleep. Oh, and did I mention that I got to spend it with one of my best friends Elsie? That was definitely the best part.

L-R: Elsie and I. :)

That might sound incredibly lazy, but to me, it also sounds incredibly heavenly. Because the best thing about having a "break" is not having to do anything, right? So you would think that Professors wouldn't assign homework and whatnot, right? Well, I have three midterms this week so even though I neglected to do any work over break, I am now back in school full force and studying my brains out. (Not literally though, that would be really gross...)

But despite all the studying, I do have to say that I can't help but be joyful. I love spring and I love warmer weather so I can't help but be in a good mood even while studying for tests. Now, when I have to start on my four huge research papers it might be a different story ...

But! I will be happy and drink some lemonade for now.
Here's to a lovely Spring afternoon.

What's in a name?

2011-03-15T17:40:00.004-04:00

So the thing I have been hearing most often about the move of our school is that people don't like the name change. Being a senior it was weird at first, I'll be the last graduating class of ACC, and ACC had been my home for four years. I decided to embrace all the changes, including the name yet still people say to me that not having the name "Christan" in the name of our school will keep the school from being a Christian influence on the world. I strongly disagree, and I'll give you a reason why.
Over Spring Break I helped my younger sister find the apartment we are going to be living in when I graduate in May. Earlier in the week I called several complexes and there was one woman who was very polite and helpful and answered all of my questions. I asked her name (Terry) and wrote down on my notes how nice she was. When my sister and I went to look at several places last Saturday, Terry ended up being one of the people who showed us around and let us view different floor plans. While standing in the apartment that will become mine and my sister's on May 7th, she asked what I do and I told her I was still in college but wanted to become a writer.
Her face lit up as she began to go on and on about her favorite author and speaker, Joyce Myer. Up until this point Terry had no idea I was a Christian, but she saw this one opportunity to share her faith with, through something not many people would find faith related at all.
So, if we desire to be Christians in a non-Christian world with out that word attached to us, all we have to do is be like Terry and jump on that opportunity the second it presents it's self.

Spring Break 2011

2011-03-14T14:24:00.003-04:00

Spring Break was awesome. I got to go to my former high school and I got to share some great information about ACC soon to be Point University. They were really interested, especially about Point University. I also got to share some of my college experiences with them. The school Counselor Mr. McWhorter, ask if I had any advice for the students and I most certainly did.

1. Remember High School is Over

2. Responsibility Kicks In

3. STUDY STUDY STUDY!!!!

4. Most importantly HAVE FUN!!!!

College is definitely a place to learn, but its also a place to have fun and to make it as memorable as possible. Choose everything WISELY.

Epic Fail

2011-03-14T13:56:00.002-04:00

SGA (Student Government Association) plans weekly events for the students here at ACC/Point. I am the sophomore representative on SGA which is cool because I can give my opinion as to what is fun and what is lame! :) As a group, we decided to take a bunch of students to a bowling ally...FOR FREE! It was an epic plan that had everyone excited.

So, we arrive at the bowling ally and walked in as one huge group. I kid you not, the moment we walked in, a man gets on the intercom and announces "Just a reminder, the ally will be closing in 20 minutes due to a private party." All of us, in utter shock, began to look around the bowling ally with our jaws dropped, along with some laughter. I made eye contact with the SGA president Storey Brown and said "Are we the private party?" As her eyes looked back and forth a few times, she replied with a "nooo....? We even called them to make sure it would be available!" We were all so mad! I mean, hello!???? it was going to be free!

Now was time for "epic plan B."

After a quick vote, we decided to go to a movie...for free :) Turned out to be really exciting! As a college student, you realize the fun and happiness that comes out of events that are already paid for. :)

Great day! It wasn't completely an epic fail.

Spring Break!!!!

2011-03-08T21:54:00.006-05:00

After a tough week of studying for mid terms and cramming for tests it is time to relax! But, being in college I believe that we never get to truly relax! My break has consisted of being buried in homework and protects. Along with being buried in homework I have come to miss my ACC or Point University family! I never realized how many amazing people go here!

That is what is so great about the school.The facilities may be beautiful, the dorms comfortable, the food tasty but the people here are just incredible. No matter what kind of day you are having or mood you are in they will be there for you no matter what. This does not only go for the students the professors are that way to. They truly care for your well being. I was sick earlier this semester and had to miss a week of classes. It made me feel like I mattered when some of my teachers emailed me back just to check on me. It shows that you are missed and that you matter in that class.

Along with having amazing professors the staff that makes ACC is great! Having the opportunity to work in the Admission Office I get to see first hand the behind the scenes of the school. I also get to interact with a lot people that made the school run. They work so hard to make there job look so very easy! But, i know they have times when they stress! Everyone from the grounds crew to the academic office people are very caring and nice. They truly care about the school and the students who attend.

That is what makes ACC such an amazing place. You can see that God is really at work with the people here. I am pretty sure that I have not encountered one mean person or one bad teacher. Its an amazing place to be! I thank God everyday that he has placed me here in such a loving environment.

What we Do for the "NEW" News...

2011-03-04T14:50:00.008-05:00

YOU'VE GOT MAIL! Can you remember the last time you got one of these guys in the mail from your school? What would be the first thing that you would do after reading this? (Or not reading this for some of you) "Ding Ding Ding" You answered correct! Throw it away. It's true once you look at something in the mail once and it's not money we have a tendency to either throw it away or let it sit on the table as if it's not important. (I do that sometimes) Have you ever stopped to think about how it got to you or who mailed it to you? Well here goes.. It all started last week I was in the office and was helping to put address labels on the post cards as well as stamps. It sounds easy I know. But not when you've got a million of these guys to get mailed out. Me and another worker had split them up and were working as a team but unfortunately she had to leave early. So here I am in the office all alone with no help. Just me. I needed a faster method on how I could get them done in a certain period of time. First things first put all of the address labels on them. That was the easy part. The next thing I had to do was put on the stamps. That's when my wheels started spinning in my head. I had gotten an idea. Put as many stamps on your hand as possible and peel them off to put on the post card I thought. Now I know this sounds a little crazy but it worked!!!!!!!! I'll tell you what.. It made the time fly by, but it also made my hands super duper ashy. (That's a story for another day).

Now, I know you're probably wondering what is up with the title. "What we do for the "NEW" News.. Basically I want you to understand how it works in the Admissions office. Now I can't speak for everybody, but as far as the environment is concerned I would rate it a 1 million percent. It's so positive and we have some of the best hardworking staff you'll ever meet. We find ways to get things done like I did. We don't have machines that bring the students to the campus, but people. The same people that called you when you had some interest in the school. Thats why you're here. I have such a respect for them and my hands ;) So the next time you get a post card from your school do us all a favor and think about how it got to you and most importantly whose hand was your stamp on before it got to you. -Deene-

Welcome to West Point

2011-03-04T08:20:00.019-05:00

A few Saturdays ago, a whole bunch of ACC students, staff, and family went to West Point. It was my first time and I was super excited! It definitely did not disappoint.

We went to a town hall meeting and met adorable old people and got to give our input about changes we would like to see in West Point. The people there are always trying to better West Point. They are most excited about how Point University will better their town. West Point is adorable, the people are adorable! They can't wait until we get there.

The 507 Building, where all of our classes will be, is huge! It has a gorgeous courtyard and the building is going to be remodeled and glass walls will lead to the courtyard! The 507 Building is downtown. Downtown West Point is so cool. There are cute , little shops and Johnny's Pizza. There is also a really cool, contemporary church literally around the corner from the 507 Building.

The apartments blew me away! They are so nice. There are two bedrooms, a bath, a living room, a dining room, a kitchen, and EVEN a little balcony.

Right behind the apartments is the Sportsplex. It has an inside pool, a gym, racquet ball, and so much more!

I can't wait to be in West Point where we can expand the ACC/Point University community. God has blessed Point University with an incredible new location that will not only be fun, but be an amzing opportunity to share Christ with our new community.

Visiting West Point

2011-03-03T16:06:00.004-05:00

Hey everyone! A few weeks ago, a bunch of us students had the awesome opportunity to visit the city of West Point (where we will be relocating!) and got to tour the campus, see the apartments, and meet some of the residents. But I'm sure you're thinking, "man, I wish I could see all that take place!" Well I've good news for you, lovely people. I made a short video of the trip! I know, too good to be true.

Check it out! And keep your eyes open for more videos like this in the future. (Point University is on the move!)

Point University Students Visit West Point from Point University on Vimeo.

Also - happy Spring Break to everyone! Get lots of sun, sleep, and fun in.

- Rebecca

Chess Club @ Point University

2011-03-01T09:51:00.002-05:00

We now have a chess club @ ACC soon to be Point University. As of February 10, 2011 SGA voted unanimously on the new chess club. All are welcome to come and participate whether you have experience or not. I am willing to teach all who are willing to learn.

Benefits of having a chess team will allow potential students to come a be a part of our school who are non athletic. It will even teach athletes to think ahead on the field or on the court. It is also good for remembering math formulas for those not so good at math. (hint)

I love this game and I know you all will once you learn, it allows you to use your brain in ways you never thought possible.

SEE YA LATER!

SHOT OUT TO JOSEPH PIETTE WHO HELPED MADE THIS POSSIBLE.

THE CHESS SETS ARE IN BTW!

My Stutter Made His Point

2011-02-28T16:31:00.008-05:00

As a musician and speaker, I'm currently on the line-up of a two day conference called The Revolve Tour. This year's theme is "Dream On" and it's wonderful how it worked out as it's always been one of my dreams to be on Revolve. I have the wonderful opportunity to use my story as a way to encourage young people to trust God to give you big dreams even when stuff happens in our lives that we can't control. Particularly with having a condition called Tourette Syndrome that is ironically a disorder causing uncontrollable movements and sounds.

Anyway... this weekend was Phoenix, AZ. I was pretty excited (I really just love my job haha) for Saturday when I would share my story. So, I got on stage... and I started. But then... I stopped.

About halfway through my story I started to say "uh uh" which is one of my twitches. It sounds something like a sneeze or like I'm trying to get someone's attention but is much more annoying than those because I literally can't stop it. I kept doing this which triggered my hands clenching and before I knew it I completely stopped, stared at the ground and said, "I'm sorry."

This happened a few more times throughout my message and while I know it didn't last too long it felt like a lifetime. I was humiliated, frustrated and confused. This had never happened on stage at Revolve before but the cat was out of the bag now and I had to sit through the rest of the weekend knowing my condition had showed up while I had a story to share.

Long story short... I believe this weekend was the best so far at Revolve for my story. It took me late Saturday night to realize it, but I heard it throughout the day... people shared with me that it isn't how I hold myself together or whatever when I speak that speaks to the girls. It was when they actually saw who I am that made a large impact on their lives. It was when they saw that yes, I had this thing in my life that I couldn't control but I still persevered, that proved that it's a daily exercise toward trusting God. (Did I phrase that sentence right? ...Probably not.)

I wanted to take this little blog post to just send some encouragement your way... Whether with school, family, illness, life, death... we've all got that stuff that shows up in our lives that we have no control over. Sometimes it even shows up/happens when we're doing the right thing! It's painful, it's frustrating it's annoying and random, but there's is a constant: and that's God. The things I had to say this weekend had nothing to do with me but everything to do with a God who had a message for me: No matter what He's got my back and isn't gonna let me go. Ironically, that's exactly what I share on Saturdays.

So in the long run, don't stray from God when the mess in our lives seems like to much. You never know when He's using that to build, mold and develop your testimony...

Even though I didn't understand it at first, in the end of it all God did a work in me that reminded me of the very thing I share with my peers. He taught me that I will have to go through things that I cannot stop but it's all about my recovery and the trust that I put Him in. Ultimately, I'm grateful for this weekend. Partially because it technically felt better physically to not hold back my tics but ultimately because God's word was the most important thing and I'm OK with the fact that my stutter made His point.

jamie-grace
(photo: katie)

Wu Chi Pi Fan

2011-02-22T09:25:00.003-05:00

Wu Chi Pi Fan, Is a phrase that is used on the movie "The Karate Kid," It's what Jaden Smith told the girl when he said "too much of something is not good for you." I've kind of been wondering that lately for one reason. Chick-fil-A!!!!!! I went yesterday twice! Let me just break it down for you. I'll start with two Fridays ago I had it. Then again that Saturday, also twice the following Monday and twice Tuesday right after. Also Wednesday lunch followed by a Thursday lunch. Saturday breakfast of course was the famous chicken biscuit along with Lunch and midnight Chick-fil-A yesterday. I Know this seems expensive but some one gave me 55 coupons for my birthday and it's my favorite place to eat. What doesn't help? The fact that ACC is really close to the first original Dwarf House where the Chick-fil-A sandwich was first served. Along with that it's opened 24 hours a day 6 days a week. So it's pretty awesome. Not gonna lie I will have a chicken sandwich for lunch so don't judge me! Also a lot of people have been talking about there being no Chick-fil-A close to the new college. Funny thing about that is that it's not true because I went to to the Grand opening of one right down the road in December. It's nice to know that we will still have one close by even though it will not be open 24 hours a day. I know this a totally random and not beneficial, but I'm okay with that. Cause Chick-fil-A is just that ballin! My next blog will be better!

Mike!

Weekend Fun

2011-02-22T08:47:00.006-05:00

Hey Guys!
So, this past weekend was really crazy. Saturday a bunch of us went to West Point and toured the campus and the new apartments (which are really nice by the way). We spent pretty much all day there. We saw the football field, the baseball field, the basketball courts, the future soccer fields, and the pool. We also went to the West Point Lake which is the 2nd largest man made lake in the country! I am really excited about the move and so are the people of West Point.
Sunday, I went to a Tobymac concert where our very own Jamie-Grace Harper was the opening act. The concert was awesome. Brandon Heath was there and House of Heroes were there as well. We had a really good time and now I am just trying to recover from all of the activities and the lack of sleep. The recovery process is taking a while but that is part of what college is about...staying out late, not sleeping, and then still having to go to class the next day.

My First Blog

2011-02-21T20:11:00.005-05:00

well, im not sure how this is supposed to go but im going to give it a try! Life here at ACC is pretty much normal. like for instance, this week im going to go to calss like i normally do but tomorrow im getting a test back in a class that i didnt really study for. im kinda nervous because i really need to make a good grade in this class because im trying to get hope. but thursdays are really the days i dread! i have class literally all day from 8 untill 4. I HATE THURSDAYS lol. but i get through it! this week is going to be crazy in choir because we have a concert this sunday and i havent really started to memorize my music. haha maybe i need to get on that. but something i do have to look forward to is GCYC this weekend with my youth group! so maybe this will make my week go faster because im looking forward to going. well look out for my next blog hopefully it will be a video blog!!

Airplane to ATL

2011-02-21T17:44:00.010-05:00

I spent 5 hours sitting in the Indiana airport yesterday.

Airports are very intriguing places. While I observed all of the very interesting people hurrying past me with their luggage to get to where they needed to be (ya know, the obnoxious business men who don't get off their phone and the poor mom with 3 kids trying to get them all controlled and on a plane), I began to think about how ACC is the reason why I myself was about to get on a plane. Not just because I was heading back to ATL, but b/c I had been in Indy working with the missionary organization that was sending me back to England. I am working now with CMF b/c of Natalie Braden (ACC alum) who mentored me my freshman year here at ACC and who pushed me to see what God can do if ya just say "here I am." Looks like ACC is the reason why I am moving back over the pond, and I can't think of anything better.

Now, I am not one to be cheesy or anything, but I really am amazed at what has happened over these past five years (don't hate... being a fifth year senior is way better than it sounds). It is better than anything I could have planned for myself. And with that, the graduation countdown begins... after today, only 53 more school days till I say goodbye to good ole ACC. Unfortunatley that probabaly means I will be very nostalgic in my posts... but nostaligia is good for the soul.

So I leave you as Dr. Donovan does his class "be warm and filled." (Now I am not quite sure what that implies, but I just hope that one day when I am a crazy old lady I will be rememberd for the thought provokingly nostalgic things I say too ;))

Till then, xo-k

I not good at blogging.

2011-02-18T19:16:00.004-05:00

Hey guys, sooo as you can tell I have blogged twice and haven't told y'all anything about myself... So here are the basics...

1) I play baseball
2) I go to ACC (soon to be Point University)
3) I am Tall Dark and Handsome.
4) I am funny and cute as you can tell
5) I am a sophomore
6) I am biblical studies major and minor in youth ministry
7) I am Humble.

So just a little about me...
I'm out. G

Take 2

2011-02-18T19:14:00.002-05:00

So this week was one of my busiest, I had two tests, four games in two days, and I had work. Well the games went well-we won 3 out of 4 beating Berry twice--bad. As you can tell I left the tests for last. Proud to say I passed one without studying but the other one wasn't to hot.

Tomorrow the baseball team and some other students are going to west point to see our new campus-to-be in two years. It should be exciting. I know we (the baseball team) will make it fun. I am going to record some of it, so who knows -- it might be on facebook (so check it out).

That's all for this week kinda boring I know. Next time well be more excitement! I will be blogging on...Idk yet.

Im out. G

2011-02-18T18:07:00.004-05:00

Hey Everyone!!

My name is Tyler and I am a junior here at ACC. I am very excited because this is my first blog...Ever!!! This is my second semester at ACC and I love it here; I am so happy that God led me to this school. So, earlier this month we found at that ACC is 1. being renamed Point Universtiy and 2. that the school is moving its traditional campus to West Point, Ga!! I just have to say that I am so happy and excited about the move and I cannot wait. We are going to have more sports options and more major options which will, Lord willing, help us to grow our community. I will keep you guys posted on what's going on in the process and I hope that you are just as excited as me if not more!

Good Morning, Blog. It's Friday.

2011-02-18T15:41:00.000-05:00

I'm not one of those people who's all, "Oh, Mondays suck. I'm so glad it's Friday." I knew a girl in high school who regularly exclaimed, "TGIF!" as if the rest of us should know what that meant (I had to google it) (is Google capitalized when it's a verb? Or does it sill count as a proper noun?).

And but so it's Friday and I must admit I'm happy about it.

Reasons I am Happy, A List
1. I'm going home without cleaning my dorm room. Yes, I'm avoiding the mess for at least the weekend. I'll clean on Sunday. Promise.
2. I finished two reflection papers and a book review with a total of 2,500 words. And I don't have another essay due until next Thursday!
3. This is not a good reason to be happy. Do as I say, not as I do. Behavior of this kind may result in cramps and failure. In rare instances, some people experienced nausea and rapid heart beat. I skipped class last night to be with a friend. And it. Was. Awesome. We haven't caught up lately and she needed to talk so I weighed my decisions and left class half-way through. I don't regret it. But you should NEVER skip class. Going to class is important. I promise.
4. Hello, uncharacteristically February weather. Please, come and stay for a while. Until June, you say? That's totally fine. Make yourself at home.
5. Making decisions, good or bad, really, is an important part of growing up and one I'm learning more about. Daily. I'm learning more about them daily.

I couldn't possibly stay inside to write a longer blog. I've got to skip town; get the heck out of Dodge. It's been real, and I plan to post a blog of substance soon, but, really. Who wants substance when the possibility for joy awaits us right outside? I'm going home.

Elizabeth

ACC over Coffee

2011-02-18T14:48:00.005-05:00

Today was my very first time being involved in ACC over Coffee. I got the chance to meet so many new faces while there. Though I was there to show the prospective students around along with their families, I got the chance to learn more about them then anything. It was interesting to see that there were a lot of people that are home schooled and they had the most excitement for college and knew what they wanted to do, and then there were the ones that actually are in high school but still unsure of what it was they wanted to pursue. I was nervous when I learned that I would be the person giving the tour to about 30 people it actually felt like 100 and to make it even worse, I was doing it by myself. Good thing Gerardo, Morgan, and Shali came along for the support.

There were so many people some who talked and others that didn't say anything it was a very diverse type of group from home schooled seniors to soccer players down to the musicians. It was definitely a new experience for me, but it turned out great. I met so many new people along the way. One of the girls that I met was Chelsea (don't know if I spelled it right) and she was one the most down to earth person that I talked to. We talked about where she was from and where she's grown up, and amazingly enough there were some similarities. What surprised me was the fact that she was so young and involved with college already at the age of 17, and already excited about coming to the school. We closed out the day with lunch and more conversation with other students (shout out to Laurie and her mom Lynn). I can say for the most part that this was a very fun experience for me and I can't wait for the next one!

Ski Trip 2011

2011-02-17T16:04:00.007-05:00

On Monday I went skiing with 8 friends from ACC. Rebekah, Josh, Joseph, Ben, Shernay, Emma, Casey, Shaundre and I left school at 4 am and then traveled 41/2 hours to Wolf Ridge Mountain in North Carolina. It was 60 degrees. The perfect skiing weather! We skied and snowboarded all day long. I'm pretty good at skiing and by that I mean I fly down the mountain unable to stop, but I can stay on my feet!

I let Joseph, Ben, Josh, and Rebekah convince me to go up to the top of the mountain. Powder Hill was the worst. It was one of those you better turn right or you're flying off the side of the mountain deals. I couldn't even see down the hill it was so steep, so I slid down on my butt! One time I went down the left slope at the top of the mountain and I was going so fast that when I went over a little hill I caught air! Joseph said I started flailing and I slid down the mountain backwards. I wiped out a lot!

My favorite was the beginners' slope. I flew down the hill and would raise my arms in the air. I know it's cheesy, but I felt like I was flying.

At the end of the day we were exhausted. I twisted my knee and have huge bruises, but it was totally worth it. Four of us ended up with sunburn or windburn. We're not sure which. Because he was wearing goggles, Ben was burned just on the tip of his nose! That night we stopped at Cracker Barrel..AMAZING!! and then drove back. We got back around 11. It was such a long day and I'm still sore, but we had an incredible time!

Can't wait 'til Ski Trip 2012!

A Bright Future

2011-02-14T17:01:00.003-05:00

As you all have hopefully heard by now, our college is on the move from East Point to West Point Georgia. Considering the fact that we will no longer be in Atlanta, the name is changing to Point University! I think it is catchy :) As Christians, we "point" to the cross...I LOVE IT!

I am personally VERY thrilled to see what God has in store for this University! This campus move will finally allow us to grow and expand (like we have been trying to do for a while). This wonderful campus in East Point is just not large enough for all of the present and future amazing, dedicated, Christian students. I have been hearing many great things from the students, faculty, and staff around campus concerning the "move." We are all very much excited and anxious! It is going to be hard to wait any longer! The new sports teams, swimming pool, football frields, classroom buildings, APARTMENTS, soccer fields, degrees/programs, etc are crying out our names! God is going to explode over the city of West Point! I am fortunate to have the privilege of being a student at both campus's. Considering the fact that I am only a Sophomore, I get to experience the best of both worlds. My college experience keeps getting better and better. I'm not going to lie...I am most excited about the awesome new apartments in which I will reside! :) Life is just filled with surprises and excitement.

I am Point University!

And A Happy February to You :)

2011-02-14T05:12:00.005-05:00

As one of the freshmen girl's "CLM's" or "RA's," I started a monthly newsletter. I debated whether I would post it or not but I figure the world broadcasts what they're doin so why I shouldn't I say that I'm not? ...Happy readin!

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I could use words like “purity” and “patience” - they’re wonderful words but I’ll take this time to blunt. It’s not popular to wait until you’re married to have sex. So it’s quite obvious it’s even less popular to sing about waiting for the guy God has for you.

Nonetheless, multi-award winning singer-songwriter Rebecca St. James didn’t necessarily care about what was “in” and sang about it anyway. She made her way into the hearts and tape players of many families in 2000 with her hit song, “Wait For Me.” The lyrics quickly became somewhat of an anthem for girls who were also waiting. It also inspired more songs of purity like Barlow Girl’s “Average Girl” and has swooned along with “movements” like “True Love Waits.”

“...If we cheat in this whole situation, we’re sacrificing something incredibly beautiful in marriage. You pay now or you pay later. If you sacrifice for some of the physical enjoyment on the front end, you pay incredible dividends on the other end.

I’ve waited so long for my prince and then to have found the man of my dreams. He’s literally the perfect man for me. So while it feels somewhat surreal, it feels very real on another level and very right and peaceful...”

-Rebecca St. James

On the other end of the spectrum many people looked down on St. James as she approached 30. Blogs and conversations said... “Will she ever get married?” and “Is she still waiting?” And the answer... yes. She is getting married and is proud to say in every interview that she waited and is glad she did.

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Another reason I hesitated to share that is because it may come across as "Oh, there's that preacher's kid talkin about purity..." but let's take a stand, yo! As I said, movies, music, TV shows and 4-word punch lines broadcast sex. The world is tellin us they're doin it but barely anybody is saying they're not...

...Maybe we're afraid of being perceived as outsiders or too radical? I mean I'm not saying you have to shout it from a rooftop haha but waiting is not popular these days and it's not going to get any more popular if those of us who are waiting continue to sit back and not take a stand for what's important.

I guess the best way to close is by sharing one of my favorite stories ever! It's from the Oprah Winfrey Show (barely watch it...) and I actually shared it in a video when I was 17, two years back. You can click here to watch if you want or you can read my paraphrase below...

"I don't know much background on what kind of people they were and I don't want to say the wrong thing. So I'll be really stereotypical and hopfully you get it. They were accused of being polygamists, the kids were put into foster care in Texas and stuff. A lot of people notice them because of the long dresses, the boots, no make-up, no earrings, they don't watch TV. All that stuff. My Faith isn't the same as theirs and I disagree with a lot of the things they practice but there was this one girl Oprah was interviewing. She was 17 and Oprah was asking her things about dating.

It's kind of weird because I'm currently wearing jeans I have on make-up and earrings and a neck tie haha so obviously I'm not on the same level of morals and standards as these girls. However, I loved what they had to say.

It came down to a 17 year old girl... a girl my age... saying, 'When I stand at the alter, I want to be able to say 'I do' and not 'I did.''

Peace, love and Jamie-Grace

West Point!!!

2011-02-13T13:23:00.005-05:00

Hey there!

I am Shali McCampbell and a freshman here at Atlanta Christian College! I absolutely love it here!!! I made the decision to go here because I wanted to be around people who would build me up and not tear me down! I wanted to be Shali not a number in a basic class of 100 people. As this semester was starting we were told the ACC Will longer be ACC but it will be Point University!!! Instead of being in East Point we are not moving to West Point! I was so excited to hear the news! It will be amazing to have new athletics such as football and swimming!!!! We are also getting new majors! Thats super exciting because it will allow more people to come and have a wider selection to choose from! I believe that God has amazing things in store for Point University!!!

HEy

2011-02-11T10:18:00.001-05:00

Hey Finally got on here be ready for my life story... Wait for some stories better than Jgrace :)

The Big 3 coming up!!!!!!

2011-02-11T08:08:00.004-05:00

So today is my birthday, not gonna lie I feel no difference. I also feel like it's horrible timing for a birthday. I mean we just announced how our college is moving like 60 miles away and no one is focused on my birthday. But that's not as true as I thought. Apparently a lot of the professor's and staff here at ACC and plenty of students know it's my birthday. It really makes me feel loved. But anyways, if anyone knows me they know what I love. There's just a few things that I really enjoy in life and that's Auburn University, fishing and the game of corn-hole. The great thing about this is the fact that ACC becoming Point University is applying all these things to my future. Auburn, Big War Eagle, is what I hope you just echoed, but we will only be 25 minutes away from there. I don't if you didn't put the dot's together or not but that means Auburn football games on Saturday. Secondly is one thing that it would be hard for me to live with out, fishing! If I was stranded on a Island with just one or two things, it would be a bible and a fishing pole. So West Point means, West Point Lake and the Chattahoochee River. That means a lot of time on the lake. Which also translates to Micheal is very excited. And lastly there's corn-hole. You see the school just ordered a brand new corn-hole set that they are about to paint. See my three favorite things are surely in my future so I'm PUMPED!!!!! So I have to get to class.

WAR EAGLE!!!!

Change is a Good Thing!!

2011-02-10T16:09:00.007-05:00

Hey guys!

A few weeks ago I was invited to a top secret meeting with President Collins and 11 other students. I had no idea what was going on. All I knew was there was cookie cake involved, so I was there! Mr. Huxford swore us to secrecy and then President Collins told us everything! For twelve hours I had to keep the most painful secret!

My roommate, and best friend (It is so cool how that works!), Rebekah, wants to major in Social Work. However, ACC doesn't have it, so she has talked about transferring. But that night President Collins announced that ACC is becoming Point University and, among other things, is getting a Social Work Major! I hated not being able to tell her!

I am so excited about the changes happening at ACC! I never thought ACC could get EVEN better, but it is! The name change, the location change, a football team, yes you heard right, A FOOTBALL TEAM, a ginormous sportsplex, beautiful apartments, the river, a lake, downtown life, and a super close Zaxbys! We're getting new majors and more sports! Point University has the perks of a large university while maintaining the small college community (which happens to be the best part of ACC, oops I mean Point University!).

I get to visit West Point, the home of Point University, soon! Can't wait to tell you all about it!

:) Kaitlyn

Monday Night Madness

2011-02-08T11:27:00.005-05:00

So, since I no longer have meetings on Monday nights like last semester, Carol (aka my BFF) and I took it upon ourselves to create what we like to call Monday Night Madness. What is Monday Night Madness you ask? Well, at first it started as just a get together for Apt. folk on campus and its mainly just a name given to the awesome parties we throw in my apartment. Our first MNM was a Cheese Dip Fiesta with cheese dip so good it made ya wanna slap your grandma, and last week we had movie night and my roomie Rachel burnt the popcorn. Way to go Rachel ;) MNM's have been so great that its the buzz on campus... no big deal.

Last night was our Pancake Party. Carol, Rachel and I went all out and got all the good stuff and cranked up that Soulja Boi and posted the party as our facebook statuses. Yep, it was epic, and as always, Michael Thompson & Co. came and crashed the party (this has happened more than once). Oh yeah, and we made lactose free pancakes for Raphael b/c we love him so much :) Another successful MNM. Done.

Oh yeah, and if ya don't know, I'm graduating in May, and so other than throwing pancake parties, I have been extremely busy with getting ready to support raise so that I can move to England as an International Campus Minister hopefully in October. It is so scary to know I am about to step into the real world, but to know I am moving to England and about to have my world rocked is super-crazy-exciting at the same time. Till next time, peace.

Introducing the Student Transition Team

2011-02-04T00:56:00.004-05:00

It’s official! Atlanta Christian College is becoming Point University (July 2011) and relocating and expanding its primary traditional campus to West Point, Ga. for fall semester 2012.

We all have lots of questions about this, so President Collins has formed a Student Transition Team, led by me (Rebecca E.) and Gerardo M., to serve as key points of contact for us in finding out more information about the whole transition.

The Student Transition Team will be posting updates on the expansion process online through Twitter—using project hashtags #onthemove and #PointUniv—on Facebook and through this blog.

Along with administration officials, the team will host regular town hall-style forums where we’ll have the opportunity to ask questions and get news on everything related to the relocation project. Student Transition Team members will be frequently briefed with first-hand knowledge of “On the Move” happenings and events…so ask away! That’s what we’re here for. If you would like to join the Student Transition Team, please email us at onthemove@acc.edu.

Your Student Transition Team:

Tyler B., Storey B., Jessi B., Rebecca E.*, Austin E., Kaitlyn G., Jason J., Tyler L., Aaron L., Gerardo M.*, Bekah R. and Tory W.

*Team leader

Student Transition Team members joined President Collins for a tour of West Point last week to witness our future college home for the first time

NextLevel

2011-02-03T14:12:00.007-05:00

So. Not to ignore the elephant in the room (Hi, elephant!) but I've got bigger news.

Bigger news than the campus moving to WEST POINT, GEORGIA?!?!

Yes. Much bigger.

This weekend, Savannah Christian Church is hosting the NextLevel Leadership Conference and ACC... I mean, Point University.... I mean.... The school I attend brought a group of students and, based entirely on a whim, I signed up to come.

Now, to level with you, I don't see myself as a leader, exactly. I did leadership things in high school, but I went to a small school and most people in my activities (marching band, one act, academics, etc.) eventually became leaders their senior year by default. And I also don't see myself being led into a leadership position in my ministry.

So I wasn't entirely sure what I was meant to get out of this conference but I came, and I tried to keep an open mind.

So far (there's still several more events planned for tomorrow) I've thoroughly enjoyed myself. I went to several workshops today, we had several main worship sessions, and Savannah Christian Church showed us what they do as far as drama and the arts in worship. It's been really instructive, and, even though some of it's gone WAY over my head, I've been able to discuss what's going on with some older students who've had more experience with church leadership than I have.

All in all (I'm back at campus now, and fairly well exhausted) I'm glad I went. I took pages and pages of notes and feel very enthusiastic about applying all I've learned.

I guess that wasn't bigger than the campus moving. Let's just focus on that, shall we? :D