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Women

Women. We are an interesting people – all different, all valued. Quiet. Full of life. Bold. Shy. Loud. Genuine. Caring. Passionate. Loved. We share a common history of being truth tellers and change makers. We’ve been disregarded and excused instead of embraced and listened to. We have been silenced, questioned, and forgotten – but always...

May 1, 2018

General No comments Sarah Harvey

Walking on Water

For as long as I can remember, I have been terrified of water. Sometimes I blame my fear on nearly drowning as a child, other times, I claim it stems from my inability to tread water. Regardless, I can’t stand the idea of being in water over my head, and my fear only seems to...

April 17, 2018

General No comments Jennifer Callaway

It Takes a Village

Life is hard, busy, and fill in the blank with whatever word you feel best describes it for you right now. Along with whatever it is, we as students are told to, “Go make the world a better place” and “Be successful” and “Make a name for yourself.” Lately, I have been questioning the possibility...

March 29, 2018

General No comments Joey Mainini

Spring Break Travels 2018

One of the gifts of the academic calendar is the opportunity to be stewards of the “big breaks” for missional and academic experiences. I pray students will “tithe” the eleven breaks that come with a four-year degree, investing one of those breaks in a cross-cultural service/missions adventure. And many do so! Thanks be to God!...

March 9, 2018

General No comments Dr. Shawn Shannon

A Broken & Humbled Heart

When I visited UMHB for the first time in 2012, college was not even on my mind. My older sister was moving into Remschel Hall and was beginning to study to become a nurse. Bawcom Student Union and Crusader Stadium were only sparkles in UMHB’s eye (UMHB football played in Belton High School’s football stadium),...

March 2, 2018

General No comments Bekah Graff

Go and Sin No More

The Gospels detail Jesus’ encounters with hundreds of different people. He instructs tremendous crowds, debates with scholarly religious leaders, and is even presented before powerful political rulers. He heals the sick, forgives the sinner, and calms the storm. However, of all the tales of Jesus’ interactions, none has struck me as powerfully as that of...

February 16, 2018

General No comments Allison McKeown

Fireproof Faith

October 26, 2017. My mother’s home, which she shares with my stepdad and two brothers, went up in flames. One of my dogs made it out, but my 11-year-old mutt Killey died in the fire. The insurance company claimed it 100% loss, and with our assets grossly underinsured, the local community rallied together to donate...

January 26, 2018

General No comments Tori Van Hooser

Fret Not

I appreciate people caring to know about my life, yet I find it difficult to answer, “How are you?” It seems like such a big question. How do I know what someone is really asking? Is the question really an extended form of a greeting? Is it their go-to question when talking with others, and...

November 29, 2017

General No comments Dr. Shawn Shannon

Joy and Sorrow

Death is Not Distant In recent days, the state of Texas and the nation have come together to grieve the tragic death of Harrison Brown. Harrison was the victim of a random stabbing on the campus of the University of Texas in Austin. As the news spread quickly, and an outpouring of love and support...

May 17, 2017

Christian Studies General No comments Karl Baker

What Do You Wish You Could Know about Jesus?

Who calls you “friend”? Does your boss? Your doctor? Your pastor? Your mechanic? Do they name you among their friends? Do you call them your friends? If so, you are rich in rare and special treasures. Early in the evening of the night he was betrayed, Jesus said to his disciples, “No longer do I...

April 12, 2017

General No comments Dr. Shawn Shannon