The PDF files on this page were written primarily for InterVarsity Staff, but they are applicable to others who are in the first half of life.
Transitions
Liturgy of Leaving
Serving with InterVarsity is not just a job for most people. For many it is a sacred calling. It is part of their discipleship experience. This short retreat guide is designed to help a person reflect upon their experience and leave well.
Wisdom from Former Staff
The average InterVarsity staff member works for the organization for 5-6 years before they leave for graduate school, the pastorate, work with a non-profit, etc. InterVarsity serves as a hands-on graduate school in Christian Leadership training for many. This essay is based on interviews of former IVCF staff.
Exit Questions
This page contains eleven questions you could ask to help you review your experience while serving with InterVarsity.
Life Stage Transitions
The two essays in this section deal with midlife discipleship issues.
Midlife Reflections with Professor Von Stuckski
Based upon the book, Seasons of a Man’s Life by Daniel Levinson, this tongue-in-cheek essay is a conversation between myself approaching middle age at the time and my inner counselor- Professor Von Stuckski.
Sabbatical Questions
You have made it to the middle of your life and your employer has agreed to grant you a sabbatical. This one page document lists questions to reflect upon and books that may help you do that.
Formation of an Inner Life
Red Lights on the Dash Board of Your Soul
It would be nice if there were warning indicators to alert us when our spiritual engines were becoming overheated. This two page essay explores those read lights and what to do when you see them.
Hearing God’s Voice
If ever there was a mysterious process, hearing God’s voice takes the cake. How does one hear the voice of The One who is invisible and rarely uses sound waves to communicate with his creatures? This five page essay explores that subject.
Healthy Holy Habits Worksheet
This one page worksheet will help you set goals to keep yourself physically, emotionally, socially, morally, and spiritually fit
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Common Dis-eases of the Soul for InterVarsity Staff
This seven page article lists ten common diseases of the soul for InterVarsity staff. It was written for those providing pastoral care to others.
Be a Tree
I grew up on a farm and could easily become a plant-talking, tree-hugger. I’m in the spiritual formation business but their is a Biblical connection between plant care and soul care. This illustrated booklet explores that connection.
Spiritual Direction Brochure
For the person who takes their faith in the God of the Bible seriously, life is hard enough without having to go it alone. A spiritual director is one potential companion that could join you on your journey. This two-page brochure gives some tips on how to frame that relationship.
Managing a Non Profit Agency
The Four Customers of the Non Profit Agency
If you are the manager of a non profit organization, be prepared to juggle. This essay describes the four types of relationships you must learn to engage at the same time.
Campus by the Sea Problem Solvers Guide-Rattlesnakes!
“Managers never solve problems. They only create new sets of problems!” This illustrated booklet describes the thirty year struggle to control the rattlesnake population at Campus by the Sea.
Pasadena Covenant Resources
The essays in this section were written for the Pasadena Covenant community.
Sanctuary Design Narrative Sanctuaries differ from auditoriums in that sanctuaries are rooms with a story. They function as sign posts pointing to a reality beyond themselves. This article explores interior design options for the sanctuary renovation.
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Christine and Anna Mangney In 1922, what we now call Pasadena Covenant Church was born out of the personal ministry of the Mangney sisters. Read their story here.
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