Posted on December 23, 2019
The Irresistible Good News in Handel’s ‘Messiah’
Thousands gather in the concert halls of Boston each Christmas season, brought to tears and their feet by the gospel of Christ as painted with music in Handel's 'Messiah.'
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Posted on December 20, 2019
10 Alumni Nonprofits for Your Last Gift of 2019
In Part III of our Christmas Gift Guide, finish out 2019 by supporting causes that will make 2020 a better year for our neighbors, near and far.
Posted on December 19, 2019
Beauty Pageants Are No Longer Skin Deep
It’s the first day of the 99th Miss America pageant and chances are very few of us will watch it tonight (even after the organization officially nixed the swimwear and evening gown segments last year, claiming they would no longer judge women based on their exterior)
Posted on December 16, 2019
The Ultimate Finals Playlist Compilation
The perfect playlist, artist or album is crucial for making it through late-night study sessions, so The Bell has compiled a list of some of the most popular study music among students.
Posted on December 13, 2019
8 Christmas Gifts That Feed the Body, the Soul and a Sense of Home
In Part II of our three-part Christmas Gift Guide designed to support the businesses and nonprofits of past and present Gordon students, we have some stocking stuffers and grand gestures “yule” love. From cayenne pepper cough drops to bone broth tonics, your gifts this Christmas are sure to rejuvenate the body, the soul and the places we call home.
Posted on December 12, 2019
Gordon’s 12 New Academic Programs
Beginning this year, the College rolled out several new majors, minors and concentrations to better meet the academic interests and career goals of students.
Posted on December 6, 2019
Five Life Lessons from Christianity Today’s President
Timothy Dalrymple, CEO and president of Christianity Today, shared with Gordon some of his most profound life lessons on faith and work, from finding Christian community to engaging in politics.
Posted on December 6, 2019
9 Christmas Gifts for All Kinds of Enthusiasts
We’ve put together a three-part Christmas Gift Guide that shows a little love to Gordon students of past and present, and helps you find that special something for that hard-to-shop-for-somebody.
Posted on December 4, 2019
Walking with Women in their Own Advent Journey
This season, many women will give birth outside of the hospital. Although they share in Mary’s labor pains, they have angels of a different kind: certified nurse midwives like Story Jones ’04 who do their part to create a more comfortable environment (than, say, a barn) for bringing a baby into the world.
Posted on November 29, 2019
5 Ways We Can Be More Like C.S. Lewis on His Birthday
In celebration of Lewis’ birthday today, The Bell interviewed Inklings scholar Sørina (Kulberg) Higgins ’02, who has spent the last 17 years studying the works of writers Charles Williams and C.S. Lewis.
Posted on November 27, 2019
6 Quirky Thanksgiving Traditions You May Want to Adopt in 2019
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, The Bell collected a few quirky traditions that belong to some of our students, staff and alumni. They may just inspire you to create some of your own!
Posted on November 27, 2019
4 Tips for Maximizing the Break in “School Break”
Research studies show that taking breaks from work can not only help you to live longer but also improve mental and physical health.