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Religion

Pepperdine is a Christian University, Get Used to It

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As a tutor on campus, one of the main complaints I hear is that religion should be taught independently of academics. Why do we need three classes on religion? Why did the Convocation speaker mention God? Three whole times? What is this, a reference to the Trinity or something? It is as if these complaints come from a place of not realizing that Pepperdine is affiliated with … [Read more...] about Pepperdine is a Christian University, Get Used to It

Part I: There is a Difference Between Islam and IS

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Art by Sacha Irick Editor’s note: Read the second part of this piece in next week’s issue, which will be published Nov. 13. As a Christian, I am appalled at the horrendous persecution of my brothers and sisters by the Islamic State of Iraq and Levant (aka IS) as well as the brutal genocide of minorities and the horrific abuse of women and children. As a friend of … [Read more...] about Part I: There is a Difference Between Islam and IS

Religion and Philosophy Planning a Merger

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The Religion Division and the Philosophy major have proposed a merger that would see Religion absorbing Philosophy, which used to be a part of the Humanities and Teacher Education Divison. The idea originated from discussions regarding common interests between philosophy and religion students, specifically those getting degrees. The merger’s purpose is to reinforce religion’s … [Read more...] about Religion and Philosophy Planning a Merger

Sing with the fellowship of The Well

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Each Thursday at 9 p.m., the sound of live music fills the amphitheater as students gather at The Well. Previously known as Thursday Night Worship, The Well is a growing community on campus, and the new name has sparked fresh hype over the weekly gathering. The Well hosts more than 200 students each week and features live worship music and a message, usually given by Campus … [Read more...] about Sing with the fellowship of The Well

Noah: Magnificent plot grips audiences

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Photo Courtesy of Paramount Pictures When leaving the theater after seeing Darren Aronofsky’s film “Noah,” I heard a woman mutter to herself, grunting, “That was the most demonic movie I’ve ever seen. Who directed this thing?” Having been utterly transfixed by the film’s impeccable craft, gripping storyline and intellectual depth, I was baffled by that comment. Though “Noah” … [Read more...] about Noah: Magnificent plot grips audiences