Editor’s note: *This story contains an anonymous source to protect the individual’s privacy. Christianity among Americans is dwindling and Pepperdine faculty members are seeing the effects themselves despite the University’s Church of Christ roots. Religion and Philosophy Professor Rachel Collins and Falon Barton, University Church of Christ campus minister, are … [Read more...] about Religiously Unaffiliated: Pepperdine Reflects the Growing National Trend
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A Space Made For ‘Unfiltered’ Conversations
Unfiltered is a new weekly discussion meant to bridge the gap between all secular and sacred questions, said Falon Barton, the campus minister for the University Church of Christ Malibu. Barton is also a former editor for the Graphic. The purpose of the group is to better love the Lord, the community and creation. Unfiltered is hosted on Thursdays at 6 p.m., at the … [Read more...] about A Space Made For ‘Unfiltered’ Conversations
Students Grapple With Graduating Early
Students dressed in cap and gown as the class of 2022 walks across Alumni Park during graduation. Students are moving into the workforce, obtaining further degrees and more. Photo by Lucian Himes As the spring 2023 semester comes to an end and graduation approaches, some students said finances are a driving force when deciding to graduate early. Others said they simply want … [Read more...] about Students Grapple With Graduating Early
Malibu Faith Leaders Speak on Student Attendance in Church
Pepperdine students gather for an evening Bible study in Malibu Gathering's Pastor Brian Kelly’s backyard. The devotion was led by church member Cheyene Renner. Photo courtesy of Meagen Renner Malibu faith leaders said they are working to support Pepperdine students and increase their church attendance. In a September Graphic survey of 135 students, only 23% of students said … [Read more...] about Malibu Faith Leaders Speak on Student Attendance in Church
What a Supreme Court Case Ruling Means for Churches in California
Via Apple Podcasts | Via SoundCloud | Via Spotify In this episode, podcast assistant and news writer Joe Allgood reports on a Supreme Court case ruling that states California can not continue to ban in-person religious services completely. We hear about three different churches and how they are responding to the ruling: University Church of Christ (UCC), Conejo Valley Church … [Read more...] about What a Supreme Court Case Ruling Means for Churches in California
