Post Advent Reflection: Day 23 Monday, December 21 1 Samuel 1:1–18; Hebrews 9:1–14 Have you ever felt like you just weren’t good enough, whether it be in school, at the sport you were involved in, or at the instrument you played? No matter how much you practiced or how much you studied, you never felt like it was enough. I can […] Gardner-Webb University | November 12, 2020
Post Advent Reflection: Day 24 Tuesday, December 22 Samuel 1:19–28; Hebrews 8:1–13 We were all set apart to fulfill God’s purpose. In Hannah’s story and Samuel’s birth, we understand God’s purpose for those who are set apart for his service. We also gain knowledge of perseverance in faith. Hannah was barren, but she had bold faith and belief that God can […] Gardner-Webb University | November 12, 2020
Post Advent Reflection: Day 25 Wednesday, December 23 1 Samuel 2:1–10; Mark 11:1–11 Hosanna moments. We all need them, those moments when we cry out, “Lord, save us!” This past May, I called my friend Elaine because she had been on my mind for several days. She said to me, “Paula, I have had such a glorious time in the hospital […] Gardner-Webb University | November 12, 2020
Post Advent Reflection: Day 26 Thursday, December 24 Isaiah 9:2–7; Psalm 96; Titus 2:11–14; Luke 2:1–20 Leland Thomas observes, “In the eyes of children we find the joy of Christmas. In their hearts we find its meaning.” Although my children are now young adults, I remember the joy Christmas morning would bring. Our daughter would awaken our son, and together […] Gardner-Webb University | November 12, 2020
Post Advent Reflection: Day 27 Friday, December 25 Isaiah 52: 7–10; Psalm 98; Hebrews 1: 1–12; John 1:1–14 Perhaps never have so many been so eager for the end of a calendar year than we have this 2020. Sickness has covered the globe. In our own country, prolonged pandemic was joined this year by deep divisions throughout society. Politics and […] Gardner-Webb University | November 12, 2020
Post COVID-19 Numbers, Testing and Spring Schedules Campus COVID-19 Numbers As we begin the month of November, our numbers have risen modestly. This is not what we want to see. We have to stay smart and proactive to keep our numbers low: wear your mask, wash your hands, and follow all social distancing guidelines. We are committed to keeping our campus community […] Gardner-Webb University | November 6, 2020
Post Advent Reflection: Day 2 Monday, November 30 Psalm 79; Micah 4:1–5 Revelation 15:1–8 The simplest objects can become weapons with which to inflict violence upon our fellow human beings: sticks, stones, and even our fists and our knees. God creates humanity from the dust of the earth. We use that same dust to create means by which we might […] Gardner-Webb University | November 4, 2020
Post Flu Shots, Student Support and Updated COVID-19 Numbers Campus COVID-19 Numbers As we conclude the month of October, we’re staying strong together! Keep up the good work! As of Friday afternoon, October 30, Gardner-Webb continues to have no (zero) confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 on campus. We have three residential undergraduate students who have tested positive and are in isolation at home. We […] Gardner-Webb University | October 30, 2020
Post Coronavirus Information: Commencement, Octoberfest Cancellation and Updated COVID-19 Numbers Commencement We are excited to offer congratulations to our Gardner-Webb graduates from May and August; we celebrate them this weekend. The University will hold its first-ever virtual Commencement on Saturday, October 24. The ceremony will be shown on the 24th at 10 a.m. for May 2020 graduates and at 2 p.m. for August 2020 graduates. It will […] Gardner-Webb University | October 23, 2020
Post Coronavirus Information: Keep Up the Good Work Current Status As we Power Through Fall Break, we are glad to be together on campus protecting our GWU “bubble.” While trending numbers around us may not look good, on campus we are Bulldogs Together and Strong. Keep up the good work! As of Friday afternoon, October 16, Gardner-Webb continues to have no (zero) confirmed […] Gardner-Webb University | October 16, 2020
