How does ballet, tap, and Memphis Jookin provide opportunities to change the world?

Matthew Best (University of Tennessee in Knoxville) would say that the possibilities are endless. Shortly after graduating college, Matthew caught a vision for seeing kids' lives changed by changing their environment. And as the Executive Director (and former student) of the New Ballet Ensemble and School, he recognizes dance as an opportunity to do exactly that. Regardless of their ability to pay, the school provides them them with access to the arts, mentorship, tutoring, and a skillset that will help them excel in college.

Matthew is also consulting with BCM about the upcoming alumni reunion in Atlanta! Listen to the end for more info about the conference and how to register.

Enjoy Matthew's story!

RECOURCES

• Register for the BCM Alumni Reunion HERE
• Learn more about the New Ballet Ensemble and School HERE

PRAY FOR MATTHEW

• Pray for ongoing support raising and provision of resources for New Ballet
• Pray for Matthew and his family as they continue to settle and adjust after moving back to Memphis
• Pray for the Bests to find a church home in Memphis

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Sylvester Stallone. Katherine Heigl. Jason Bateman. Just a few of the Hollywood superstars this week's guest has rubbed shoulders with.

Join us this week as Jon and Jen Howell (Northwestern University Greek IV alumna) chat about what it's like integrating a prophetic gift with Hollywood script writing. Whether it's sharing a hopeful word from the Lord or kickstarting the "Hollywood Tithe", Jen has some fascinating stories of what it looks like to follow Jesus among the stars.

PRAY FOR JEN...

• To hear the Lord's leading and respond with obedience
• To know the Lord's protection as she continues to navigate her Hollywood context

LEARN MORE ABOUT...

• The Hollywood Tithe

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Enjoy a special episode made in collaboration with Love Thy Neighborhood exploring the life and influence of InterVarsity alumnus, Pastor Tim Keller.

In memory of his passing on May 19, 2023, this episode chronicles Tim Keller's formative experiences as a student with InterVarsity at Bucknell University, his extraordinarily influential ministry at Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York, and even gives a few heartwarming glimpses inside his personal life.

FULL INTERVIEW WITH JANET & DIETRICH (Apple, Spotify)

Love Thy Neighborhood (Apple, Spotify)

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Most of us have heard a sermon or read a book by well-known author and pastor Tim Keller. But how did Tim Keller become the well-known author and pastor? One of those places was InterVarsity.

From manuscript Bible studies to lordship talks to stuffing into a VW with 19 of his closest friends, the extraordinarily influential pastor, Tim Keller, was shaped by his formative experiences with InterVarsity at Bucknell University.

On this episode of InterVarsity World Changers, we sit down with alumni Janet Essig and Dietrich Gruen as they share stories about their friend, InterVarsity chapter-mate, and world changer, Tim Keller.

“WHERE THE GOSPEL MEETS TIM KELLER”

• On InterVarsity World Changers (Apple, Spotify)
• On Love Thy Neighborhood (Apple, Spotify)

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What would you do if God said, "I want you to go tell your boss to forgive their spouse... And tell them I sent you."

Our guest this month happens to know exactly what this is like... Whether praying on his own, asking colleagues for their "three most important nouns", or sharing a Word from God with a high-level executive, Kyle Campbell (UNC Wilmington Alumnus) has seen Jesus move powerfully through moments of risky evangelism in his corporate work setting.

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• LinkedIn

PRAY FOR KYLE...

• As he continues to engage with coworkers through scripture study and evangelism
• As he continues the work of reconciling traumatic experiences of his past through therapy and with his family

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On this episode of InterVarsity World Changers, we're joined by Curtis Chang, Harvard alumnus and founder of Redeeming Babel. Curtis and Jon discuss the world-changing impact of Redeeming Babel as it seeks to shape Christians in their ability to engage with anxiety, organizations, and politics in biblically-faithful ways.

STAY IN TOUCH WITH CURTIS CHANG & REDEEMING BABEL

• Redeeming Babel
• The After Party

PRAY FOR…

• Curtis to find and develop his own formational communities
• The After Party and its reception in the Evangelical and broader Christian world

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On today's episode, we’re talking with Brett and Rachael Dixon, alumni from the Colorado School of Mines. The Dixons are changing the world with a vision for planting, growing, and multiplying small groups at work so that thousands of friends and coworkers can meet Jesus! Thanks for tuning in and enjoy The Dixons’ story!

PRAY FOR…

• The light of Jesus to be seen clearly at Brett's workplace
• Nightshift Bible study leaders
• The right format for communicating with their entire facility
• Rachael as she supports Brett and the team offsite
• Others who are being impacted by these studies

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Today, Jon is joined by Grammy Award-Winning musician and singer/songwriter Maryanne J. George. And as you may imagine, MJ is changing the world through music. Whether through her solo album “Not Just Stories” or during her time as a vocalist with Grammy-winning worship band, Maverick City Music, MJ’s ministry has encouraged millions of listeners in their walk with Jesus. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy MJ’s story!

(NOTE: This is the last of 5 episodes being released in January. After today, a new episode will drop on the second Wednesday of each month)

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PRAY FOR MJ

• For clarity in MJ's next steps as she continues to follow Jesus and seeks to love him well

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