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Men’s club apologizes for Chapel behavior

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As a pledge class, that which we have not sought to do, we have inadvertently accomplished through our actions. We do not deem ourselves higher than the spirit of Chapel, and by our actions we have spoken otherwise. We shamefully acknowledge our disrespect and rudeness when we decided to put ourselves above others. Please accept our sincere ... [Read More…]

Social club steals attention in Chapel

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I am disappointed with some people's choices during Chapel this Monday. Randy Harris, instructor of Bible, Missions and Ministry, started a talk about troubles concerning faith. In case you weren't there, Harris stepped down off the Chapel stage, told all the believers to pray and proceeded to relate to the remaining crowd his own struggles with ... [Read More…]

Chapel coordinator stresses respect

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By Mitch Holt, Opinion Editor Chapel planners seek a more focused attitude in the student body with the introduction of contemplative, reflective and eclectic worship styles in the Gospel of John theme "Truth Set Free" and encourage students to show respect by not talking and by staying until each Chapel assembly is complete, said Shane Hughes, ... [Read More…]

Leaving chapel early uncalled for

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By Jonathan Smith, Editor in Chief I'll admit it: Today I left Chapel early. I stood up during what I thought would be the last song, walked down the steps and out into the concourse area. I did it Wednesday too; in fact, I've essentially done this every Wednesday and Friday for the past two years. Not because I don't like praise days or ... [Read More…]

Disliking Chapel highly overrated

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By Mitch Holt, Opinion Editor Don't Believe the Hype During my two years at this university, I've sat through many a Chapel in which I was either sleeping, doing homework or unhappy with what was being said. Many students, myself included, have often seen Chapel as a time simply to see friends that they don't see regularly or to catch up on ... [Read More…]

‘Truth Set Free,’ Gospel of John are themes for Chapel

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By Mitch Holt, Opinion Editor Chapel directors say they are optimistic about Chapel for the fall semester, which will include several changes and new themes. This semester's Chapel will take on a more contemplative and reflective worship style, so students can come, slow down and find God in a quieter atmosphere, said Shane Hughes, director of ... [Read More…]

Sexuality discussed in Chapel: Faculty member, student address struggles with same-sex attraction

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By Lori Bredemeyer, Managing Editor Two members of the ACU community are addressing homosexuality and relating their own experiences with same-sex attraction during the last two Thursday Chapels of the year. This Thursday, Dr. Sally Gary, assistant professor of communication, and Darren Curry, senior marketing major from Oklahoma City, will ... [Read More…]

Chapel leaders tackle issue of abortion: Spiritual Life Core said students suggested issue be discussed

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By Lori Bredemeyer, Managing Editor As discussion and controversy involving an individual's right to live has dominated the news recently, Chapel coordinators have given students a chance to discuss issues of life in three consecutive Thursday services focusing on abortion. Although abortion remains a sensitive topic among Christians, campus ... [Read More…]

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