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The average day begins with a time of private prayer and praise and that spirit of devotion is never wanting in the classroom. Morning coffee is like a family get together and along with conversation there are usually some home-baked scones or other goodies to enjoy. |
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While there is obviously a certain formality about the lecture room there is a sense that we are all learning together and the rapport between lecturer and students is marked by laughter as well as serious academic discussion. Whether in lectures, seminars or their studies, all members of staff are very accessible. Most lecturers have either lived or travelled abroad extensively and this sets all teaching in a wider world context. Moreover they are alert to the practical implications for ministry. 
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There are seven lecture periods scheduled in the course of a day but it is only on a rare occasion that anyone would be timetabled for all seven. Free periods afford the opportunity to visit the library, the common room, the games room or perhaps spend time with the other members of your prayer triplet. Discussions started in class are often carried on over the lunch table and in the spring and summer verbal exchanges give way to volleyball action on the campus court. There's plenty of room for football as well - informally or as part of the college football team. An integral part of the college life, usually on a Wednesday afternoon or an evening, is the weekly ministry programme. As part of a small team of perhaps three or four you will be given time to pray and prepare for the ministry of your choice. Teams are often involved in urban evangelism, children's outreach, youth clubs or visiting in nursing homes. |
In the course of a week there is time for leisure and for a part time job and being within easy reach of the city centre gives opportunities for all sorts of new cultural experiences. |
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