Core Commitments

CONTEXT

College and University:
We are called to be a redeeming influence among its people, ideas and structures.

FORMATION

Scripture:
We encounter the living God through scripture and are transformed by the Holy Spirit as we read, study, teach and obey His Word.

Prayer:
We express our faith, love and dependence on God through lives of prayer and worship.

Spiritual Formation:
We cultivate intimacy with God and growth in Christ-like character through personal and corporate spiritual disciplines, empowered by the Spirit.

Community:
We promote authentic relationships and redemptive communities marked by God’s grace and truth.

Discipleship of the Mind:
We engage in learning and thoughtful Biblical reflection in every area of life.

Leadership Development:
We develop women and men to serve as leaders at every level of InterVarsity and ultimately for the Kingdom of God, honoring God’s gifts and calling in them.

EXPRESSION

Evangelism:
We proclaim and live out the gospel with love and boldness, calling people to repentance, faith and new life in Jesus Christ.

Whole Life Stewardship:
We proclaim Jesus as Lord over all creation and culture, striving to integrate faith, life and vocation in serving Him.

Ethnic Reconciliation and Justice:
We pursue ethnic reconciliation by practicing mutual empowerment, grace and truth and by promoting personal and systemic justice.

Church:
We partner with churches in campus ministry and equip students, faculty and staff to be lifelong active members in local congregations.

(taken from national website)