When GFM Boston became its own area, we engaged in a strategic planning process to discern the potential for graduate student, international, and faculty ministry. As Area Director, I had the least amount of faith for faculty ministry. My experience with faculty over the years had not been promising. It all felt impossible then. But now, I have hope.
“We faculty struggle to witness on our own, but it is easier with InterVarsity staff partners.” Christian Faculty have the potential to be crucial ministry partners helping you further reach every corner of campus. May you find these tools and resources beneficial in your ministry to faculty.
The first of InterVarsity's twelve core values identifies the university as our missional context and declares: "We are called to be a redeeming influence among its people, ideas, and structures." You know who else is called to our mission field, by the thousands? Christian faculty and administrators!
Of the many faculty I have met in their office, 95%+ of them expressed a positive response to my contact. It has been a joy to begin an acquaintance and a highlight of my staff work.
