4x4 Series Descriptions

Collaboratory  [Jeremy Freimark - Frey 070]

This Collaboratory 4x4 is a space to spiritually develop engineering (and other) students towards maturation of faith and an increased understanding of their vocation.

AROMA  [Rodrigo de Mendoza Barrera - Hitchcock Arena]

Join Messiah’s sports ministry, AROMA, for a time of fellowship and biblical teaching. Sports are a gift from God intended for the glory of His name. Our culture has made sport an idol and we find ourselves often worshiping the gift rather than the giver. Be challenged and encouraged to seek first the kingdom through sports. Be a part of the revolution!

The Spirituality of Caregiving:Stories from the Bedside  [Evie Telfer - Hostetter 113]

All of us are likely to be called on to be caregivers at some point in our lives, whether as a parent, the child of an aging parent, a spouse, a sibling or even as a roommate. Yet very little in our culture prepares us for this soul-testing work. Offering care for another's basic needs brings us face to face with our humanity; it triggers some of our deepest fears; it asks us to face down our insecurities. This is spiritual work. In this chapel we will hear some of the transformative experiences and insights of a few caregivers from Messiah Lifeways, whose stories reflect the power of the Spirit to meet us when we find ourselves out of our depth.

Share the Dream: Shining a Light in a Divided World through Six Principles of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  [Todd Allen - Boyer 237]

Dr. King and the men and women around him were able to change history through the power of a dream that was not rooted in mere human principles, but rather in the biblical call to love God and neighbor. Share the Dream is a six-session video Bible study based on the life and teachings of Dr Martin Luther King, Jr. where each session revolves around a particular theme that shaped Dr King: love, conscience, justice, freedom, perseverance, and hope.

Becoming a Faithful Professional  [Andrew Babyak - Alexander Auditorium (Frey 110)]

What does it mean to be a faithful professional? How can I serve God through my career? Please join us as we answer these important questions.

Collaboratory Site Team Deploy Preparation  [Bryce Watkins - Frey 243]

This series will help spiritually prepare Collaboratory students who are interested in traveling on site team trips. We will focus on the theology of traveling, as well as talk about human differences and team-building.

Walking in the Light: A Study of the Gospel of John, Part 2  [Vinny Sakore - Frey 150]

This will be a week by week study of the gospel of John (chapters 10-21) with a close look a walking in light and walking in love. We will also examine the life and times of Jesus the Messiah.

MAP: Restoring the Roots of our Sexual Brokenness, for male students  [Mike Blount - Loft Great Room]

In this series, co-sponsored by Men's Ministry, we will explore how the gospel shapes one's understanding of their identity and how that reality transforms their understanding of sexuality. Special attention will be given to equipping men to navigate the challenges of unwanted sexual behaviors as they progress in healing. (This 4x4 will extend through both first and second waves for a total of eight weeks.)

Skillful Hands and Integrity of Heart, for members of the Worship Community  [Douglas Curry - Hostetter Chapel 120]

Students in the Messiah University Worship Community have a privileged and 'high' responsibility - facilitating worship of Almighty God. Following the leadership parameter established in Paslm 78:70-72, this 4x4 will combine theological, biblical, and practical wisdom (praxis) to our privileged responsibility.

Immerse Messiah  [Emily Bingham - Boyer 131]

Have you ever wanted to read the Bible more but weren’t sure where or how to start? Join us as we read through the New Testament together this spring! Each participant will receive a copy of the Immerse Messiah Reading Bible, which includes the full text of the New Testament, removing the distractions of chapter and verse numbers, heading, and footnotes—all historical additions to the text—making it easier to read scripture as a story. By reading about 10-12 pages per day five days per week, you’ll read the entire New Testament in 8 weeks! When we gather for 4x4 meetings, we’ll discuss what we’re learning and how we’re encountering God through his Word, building a practice of daily Bible-reading along the way.

The Chosen  [Christy Hanson - Parmer Cinema (Boyer 137)]

The Chosen is a historical drama television series about the life and ministry of Jesus of Nazareth. Primarily set in Judaea and Galilee in the 1st century, the series centers on Jesus and the different people who met and followed or otherwise interacted with him. Join us as we view and discuss The Chosen, picking up where we left off in the fall semester in the middle of season 2.

#BeReal in your Walk with Christ, for female students  [Rachel Fleagle - Boyer 322]
Living authentically for Christ is challenging, even on a Christian campus. This 4x4 is for women on campus looking to deepen their walk with Christ in a welcoming and enjoyable setting. We'll be reading portions of Stephen Kellough's book Walking with Jesus on Campus: How to Care for Your Soul during College. Books will be available to purchase for $5 or to borrow for free.

Serving and Loving: A Deep Dive into "Helping without Hurting" on Short Term Missions  [Caleb Miller - Jordan Kline Atrium]

For our spring and international service trips, this series will dive deep into Helping Without Hurting, learning how to serve and love on short term missions well. This is a required series for students participating on international and spring service experiences, but additional students who are not planning on going on service experiences are still welcome to come.

Cultivating a Creative Prayer Life  [Julia Wittel - Boyer 330]

Because we're created in the image of Creator God, creativity is part of who we are - all of us. Whether you think of yourself as creative or not, creativity and imagination are avenues for us to connect with God. In this 4x4 we will learn and practice various forms of prayer that are designed to translate into habits of a meaningful, fun and vibrant prayer life.

Restful Rhythms: Contemplative Practices for the Chaotic Life  [Sean Strehlow - Fitness Center Group Exercise Room]

The college life can be a chaotic one, with so many demands on our time. If you wonder where rest and stillness fit into your busy schedule, this group is for you. Join us on a journey through contemplative practices and spiritual disciplines that will help you slow down and eliminate unnecessary hurry from your busy schedules.

The Anxiety Opportunity  [Jocelyn Clippinger & Joy Fea - Library Athenaeum]

We live in anxious times. What if instead of battling anxiety, we saw our worries as a doorway to spiritual transformation? Challenging the assumption that anxiety is the enemy, theologian, popular podcaster, and fellow sufferer of chronic anxiety Curtis Chang gives us a different framework for approaching our fears. We'll utilize his online resource called "The Anxiety Opportunity" (based on his book with the same title) to explore together new ways of relating to Jesus, the Holy Spirit, and those we love.

Emotionally Healthy Relationships  [Hannah McBride - Boyer 230]

This series will invite students to engage in themes of emotional and relational health by practicing the Daily Office, an ancient and powerful discipline of reflection.