Art by Madeline DuvallSeeking help for feelings of depression and anxiety is highly recommended for individuals who feel they are fighting an uphill battle, but sometimes Christians who struggle with depression may feel they can’t, or shouldn’t, need professional or medical help. However, mental illness such as depression is not an indicator of a lack of faith, nor … [Read more...] about Get Help Beyond Prayer
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Pepperdine Holds Memorial for Jake Harris
Photos by Kaelin Mendez Pepperdine held a memorial service for the community to commemorate the life of second-year student Jake Brandon Harris on the evening of Thursday, Jan. 18. Every pew was full in Stauffer Chapel as Pepperdine students, faculty and staff gathered to pray, share stories and pay tribute to the life of Harris with his family and friends. Harris died in … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Holds Memorial for Jake Harris
Malibu Hidden Gem: The Serra Retreat
Photo by Mary Cate Long The easygoing syllabus days of the semester are over, and as assignments and commitments pile up, life on campus can become hectic. For those finding themselves frantic with homework, clubs and commitments, the Serra Retreat may be the spot in Malibu to find some peace and quiet. The Serra Retreat is a Catholic retreat center located up in the … [Read more...] about Malibu Hidden Gem: The Serra Retreat
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
50 Hours of Prayer Begin
Photo by Monika HaskellPepperdine students are preparing to pray for 50 consecutive hours starting tonight. “Our goal is to unify our campus [and] all the different ministries in a time of prayer,” senior and co-organizer of the event Skie Osborn said. 50 Hours of Prayer kicks off tonight in the Stauffer Chapel from 10 p.m. – midnight. Osborn said during the … [Read more...] about 50 Hours of Prayer Begin