A quarterly update from the Bradley Study Center (BSC), a Christian campus ministry serving students and faculty at Virginia Tech. The report covers the first quarter of the fiscal year, including growth in attendance at the Theological Collaborative, graduate student lunches, and new initiatives like the Executive Director's lunch. It also announces the upcoming purchase of a property at 106…
This is a quarterly report from the Bradley Study Center (BSC), a Christian campus ministry serving students and faculty at Virginia Tech. The document is addressed to supporters and partners of the ministry, providing updates on activities, growth, and plans for the coming months.
The report covers the first quarter of the fiscal year from July 1 to June 30. It notes a 50% increase in faculty and staff attendance at the Theological Collaborative at Duke University, and the graduate student lunch has nearly doubled in size. New initiatives include an Executive Director's lunch studying Proverbs twice monthly.
The BSC is purchasing a property at 106 Faculty Street from James Creekmore, targeted for mid-December, with ministry possibilities beginning in February or March 2027. The budget is stable but needs increased monthly support for the new property.
Upcoming events include a short course on a Christian view of animals with three distinguished speakers, and the Fellows program studying Introduction to Christian Theology. Thinking Thursdays have covered topics such as the 3rd ecumenical council at Ephesus, Christianity in Spain, the Papal encyclical on AI, and a Christian perspective on NIL in college sports.
The report includes personal updates from director Tim Johnson, including his recent home purchase and a diagnosis of basal cell carcinoma requiring surgery. It also features testimonies from students and faculty about the impact of the BSC community on their faith and academic life.