Living epiphany
Maggie Alsup invites us to remember the moment of now.
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Let’s not skip Advent
When life gets hectic, Advent invites us to slow down. We all need that, writes Maggie Alsup.
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College chaplain Maggie Alsup on providing safe spaces for students to explore the language of sexuality.
Anxiety and education: “This moment does not define you”
College chaplain Maggie Alsup reflects on how her anxiety followed her throughout her education and the kindness of certain teachers that granted her perspective.
Models in ministry
College chaplain Maggie Alsup remembers with gratitude the chaplain and pastor, both women, who shepherded her through her college years. They stand as models for the call she now feels in her life.
Praying with popsicle sticks
Lyon College Chaplain Maggie Alsup shares her ritual before each fall semester.
Eco-theology at work at Lyon College
Maggie Alsup, the chaplain at Lyon College, shares what she learns from college students as they celebrate Earth Day each year.
Confession and comfort on Maundy Thursday
Even during our “Judas moments,” there is goodness and mercy.
A retelling of Psalm 32: Letting go
Scripture tells us “Happy are those whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered.” And while I think there is truth in..
Rethinking mission trips for college students
Working in higher education, my circle of colleagues has had a long-standing conversation about what mission means and what to do with..
The difference a colleague can make
Life right now is strange. We continue to work, live, and operate as the pandemic changes daily. We have tension and stressors..
A new example of leadership: Learning to say “no”
Ever since I was little, I had an idea of who a pastor was supposed to be. I had a few examples..
A blessing for college students
My dear one, May you know that you are beautifully and wonderfully made. Yes, you! You are beautiful and perfect just the..
Condom chaplain: ministering to college students about sex and faith
I have a reputation among a certain crowd of students who have nicknamed me the “Condom Chaplain.” This name comes from the..
New college year, new excitement: Standing in the in-between
As I write this, there are emails that have not been sent, there are phone calls that have not been returned,..
Land and people: Camp at Dwight Mission
Growing up in Oklahoma, I had a complex relationship with how I learned about Indigenous people and land — about how we..
Pomp and circumstance and COVID-19
Picture it: January 2021. Plans were made and students moved hesitantly into their housing. COVID-19 tests were given. Quarantine was required. Masks..
God is doing a new thing: Connections during COVID-19
We talk in circles about how the church is a place for connecting, a place for people to find community. And..
Spiritual growth through relationships
When I was in college, my campus chaplain was someone who was influential beyond words in my spiritual direction. She was the..
Tattoos for Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday is always a big day for the Lyon College campus. It’s a day that our students look forward to for..
Oh, dear Lord: Praying in the pandemic
If there was ever a time for prayer, I believe it is during a global pandemic while working in higher education. College..
Domestic terrorism and baptismal vows
January 6, my best friend’s birthday. The day that had plans of a grocery store run, lunch with my dad and catching..
Advent: Waiting in the pandemic
I have always loved the season of Advent. From a young age, I remember the anticipatory waiting. The rhythm and flow..
The gift of surprise grace
I am not sure if it is true for you, but for me, grace and gratitude are hard to find these days...
Virtual college service day? Yes, please!
Service Day holds a special place in the hearts of Lyon College students. It’s a day when we do not hold..