Posted on February 21, 2021
Lenten Devotional: Far Greater Power
For the first Sunday of Lent, the Center for Faith and Inquiry's devotional celebrates the power to conquer sin through the joy of being loved by God.
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Posted on February 19, 2021
What Does Art Have to Do with the Cross?
In the Center for Faith and Inquiry Arts lecture, Lothlórien Distinguished Chair in the Fine Arts Bruce Herman reflected on how art can point us to God.
Posted on February 19, 2021
Finding Faith Out on a Limb
Former Discovery facilitator of 25 years, Liz (Heeren Hurley) Williams ’84, shares how “commitment moves”—opportunities to prayerfully go out on a limb—remain a way for God to use her life to serve others.
Posted on February 17, 2021
Lenten Devotional: The Urgency of Repentance
Gordon's Center for Faith and Inquiry hosts writers from the Gordon community to share reflections on the Lenten season.
Posted on February 17, 2021
People, Presence and Prayer
From campfires to the office, Jim Beville ’99 seeks to create an environment of warmth. Read of La Vida encouraged him to redefine what success looks like.
Posted on February 16, 2021
World-class Anthropologist Identifies Two Lies That Derail American Society's Journey Toward Freedom
Last week the Gordon community got to hear from world-class anthropologist and President of the American Academy of Religion Dr. Marla Frederick. Read the full recap of the Convocation lecture she gave in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Posted on February 16, 2021
Gordon College Recognized Among Nation’s Top for Academic Selectivity of Teacher Preparation Program
The School of Education adds to its many accolades from the National Council on Teacher Quality in being one of only nine programs in Massachusetts to earn the highest distinction for selective admissions requirements.
Posted on February 16, 2021
Changing the Tune of Representation in Classical Music
Embracing being Black has been a lifelong journey for Michael Ellis Ingram, who moved to Germany in 2010 to pursue a career in music. Read about his personal journey and revelations.
Posted on February 15, 2021
Opening Wide the Door to the Great Outdoors
50 Years of La Vida: The rugged, grassroots efforts that teetered on the brink of failure, and came back to transform thousands of lives.
Posted on February 5, 2021
Caring for Students’ Mental Health: Meet the Counseling Center Interns
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, another epidemic of its own was making headlines: the mental health of college students. Meet a few of the people ensuring that Gordon students have the support, resources and help they need.
Posted on February 4, 2021
Six Black Heroes and Heroines of Gordon’s Past
In honor of Black History Month, The Bell retells the stories of six Black men and women—all graduates of Gordon and Barrington—who went to great lengths to shift the currents of history.
Posted on February 3, 2021
Boardroom to Classroom: Career Executive Joins Economics and Business Faculty
Business and marketing executive, nonprofit board member, lifelong learner. Meet the newest ECB faculty member, Greg Smith.