Dr. Sam Garner, vice president for spiritual life, shares the story of Dietrich Bonhoeffer who spoke out against Hitler, then asks listeners if they have something worth dying for.

Mark 8:34-37

Caleb Smith ‘15 asks students who they are and challenges their thinking on who can be a Christian.

Colossians 3

History professor, Christi Lones, shares the story of Svetlana Stalina and reminds listeners that their identity doesn’t have to be tied to their family or their mistakes but that God can recreate a new identity.

Bailey Davis, head cheer and dance coach, shares the story of the men in the fiery furnace encouraging listeners to find people who will walk through “fire” with them.

Daniel 3

Dr. Sam Garner, vice president for spiritual life, opens the conversation about identity and shares that it is a lie if we think we create our identity.

Col 3:1-4

Provost Lones shares several tips for academic success.

Dr. Sam Garner and President Sam Smith open the semester with some exciting news and announcements followed by an encouraging message.

John 4:13-14

President Sam Smith asks the York College campus to use the “bricks” given to them to build up a stronger, better York University.

Scripture: Nehemiah

Dr. Mountjoy, the provost, challenges listeners to ask themselves what they are living for and if it’s also worth dying for.

Scripture: Romans 12, Ephesians 1:18-20

Leanna Hawley, director of the teaching and learning commons, uses sign language and the story of Elisha in 2 Kings 6 to demonstrate that faith gives perspective.

Scripture: 2 Kings 6