Slowly, but steadily I ascended the steps of of the altar toward him offering the sacramental wine. But I wasn’t just carrying the blood of Christ in the delicate crystal chalice, which was a little bit heavier than I anticipated. On Friday night as the world watched Pope Francis conduct mass in Manhattan's Madison Square Garden Cathedral, I was carrying every hope, dream … [Read more...] about Bright Lights, Big Blessing
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Professor and Student Son Hike Mt. Ararat
Photo courtesy of Zarik Boghossian Professor of entrepreneurship Zarik Boghossian and his son, freshman Alex Boghossian, completed an expedition this summer to the summit of Mount Ararat. Mt. Ararat is believed by some to be the final resting place of Noah’s Ark The climb took place in July, and took a total of three days. The pair stopped at two separate bases on the way … [Read more...] about Professor and Student Son Hike Mt. Ararat
DPS Reports 10.1.15
9/21/15 3:31 p.m.Incidents – Verbal Altercation/Disturbing The PeaceLocation: Off-Campus Location Summary: A student reported a verbal altercation with their landlord at their off-campus residence. 9/21/15 11:24 p.m. DFS – Facilities Services Location: Krown Beta House Summary: A staff member reported a water leak coming from their bedroom ceiling. Public Safety … [Read more...] about DPS Reports 10.1.15
Drought Exacerbates Wildfire Concerns
Photo courtesy of Pepperdine GraphicA brush fire was contained Sunday at 3000 Rambla Pacifico in Malibu, according to Inspector David Dantic of the Los Angeles Fire Department. Personnel were dispatched at 4:37 p.m. to reports of a brush fire and arrived on the scene at 4:42 p.m. The report noted the incident as a small fire going uphill. The fire was located on one acre of … [Read more...] about Drought Exacerbates Wildfire Concerns
Students Connect at Beach Campout
Photo courtesy of Tanya GarciaSometimes, a night on the beach is all that is needed to connect a community. This past Tuesday, Pepperdine’s Campus Ministry held an overnight campout at Thornhill Broome Beach. The campout was intended to take the place of the previously-held weekend retreats. In addition to a barbecue and a worship session, the campout featured a speech by … [Read more...] about Students Connect at Beach Campout