Chris Tomlin’s message of humility and surrender continues to resonate at Pepperdine months after his personal visit to the campus, students said. On Feb. 5, Pepperdine University appointed contemporary Christian artist Chris Tomlin as the inaugural artist and worship ambassador. This initiative aims to foster community among students and deepen their faith. Pepperdine … [Read more...] about Chris Tomlin: The Man Behind the Music
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Students and Faculty Enhance Spiritual Wellbeing Through Worship
For some, there are specific moments in worship that have transformative effects on their spiritual health.First-year Ella Schmidtlin, a nondenominational Christian who primarily attends the University Church of Christ (UCC) on campus, said the first time she worshiped God in a community at church camp was a moment that significantly impacted her spiritual health.“I … [Read more...] about Students and Faculty Enhance Spiritual Wellbeing Through Worship
Recruiting Won by One
Won by One is Pepperdine's six-member traveling a capella group that performs at Pepperdine events such as Blue and Orange madness and travels on a national tour in the summer months.Won by One is a group of six Pepperdine undergraduate students chosen through an audition process who sing a capella. The group started in 1995 and they currently do an annual summer tour, … [Read more...] about Recruiting Won by One
Singing for a Bigger Purpose: Lindsay Hall Uses Her Passion to Connect With God
Lindsay Hall, junior International Studies major, said she gains something more out of her Pepperdine experience than just the academics. Hall, a third-year from Staten Island, New York, has expressed herself musically during her past three years at Pepperdine primarily through leading worship. Hall's history in singing goes back a lot further than her time in Malibu. She has … [Read more...] about Singing for a Bigger Purpose: Lindsay Hall Uses Her Passion to Connect With God
Worship Summit: Where Two or More Are Gathered, God is There
Heads bowed down. Hands lifted high. Voices rejoiced in praise. The Pepperdine community gathered in Firestone Fieldhouse on Sept. 16 for the University’s annual worship summit. Renowned artists United Voice Worship and Phil Wickham led students, family, faculty and alumni in worship. Jonathan Evans, former NFL player turned pastor, gave the main … [Read more...] about Worship Summit: Where Two or More Are Gathered, God is There