JBU Chapel

Vanessa Reynoso

(James 1:1-4; 5:7-12)  

Vanessa Reynoso graduated from JBU in 2021 with a degree in Family and Human Services. During her time at JBU, she was a women’s soccer standout, wearing the blue and gold from 2018 to 2021. After graduation, Vanessa began the graduate counseling program at JBU and served as the assistant coach from January 2022 through May 2024.

(James 4:6-17)  

Connor Young is Director of Worship Arts and Pastoral Care at JBU.

Jubilant Sykes

Jubilant Sykes, JBU's 2024 Artist in Residence, is a professional American baritone vocalist. He has appeared with many of the world’s finest orchestras, and his unique gifts have taken him to stages such as the Metropolitan Opera, Deutsche Oper Berlin, Carnegie Hall, and the Kennedy Center. His visit is sponsored by the Music & Theatre Department.

(James 2:8-13), Communion  

Dr. Keith Jagger serves as the chaplain at JBU.

World Awareness Week:

Donna Fast

Donna Fast and her husband Loren, both JBU alumni (’74), served for 41 years as missionaries with AIM International. Donna’s heart for missions from the age of four led her to multiple assignments while ministering in Africa. Donna and Loren also served as JBU Missionaries in Residence in 2001-2002.

with Returning Students in Cathedral (James 1:27–2:7)  

Dr. Keith Jagger serves as the chaplain at JBU.

(James 1:25)  

Dr. Keith Jagger serves as the chaplain at JBU.

This week’s chapel speaker was Abram Van Engen. Abram is the Stanley Elkin Professor in the Humanities and chair of the English Department at Washington University in St. Louis. His visit is sponsored by the Office of the President.

(James 1:26; 3:1-12)  

Mike Campbell is Head Men's and Women's Tennis Coach at JBU.

(James 1:21-24)  

Dr. Keith Jagger serves as the chaplain at JBU.