“May my words praise You, O Lord. May they be seasoned with the wisdom of Your Spirit. May they comfort the sorrowful, strengthen the wavering, and bring light to those who seek understanding. Guard my tongue from falsehood and pride, and let my speech be a vessel of Your peace. Through Your grace, may every word I speak reflect the …
Quote of the Week, The Quiet Work of Faithful Speech, Bernard of Clairvaux, 12th Century
“Let your language be restrained, your laughter moderate, your speech thoughtful.” —Bernard of Clairvaux, (1090–1153) Source: Bernard of Clairvaux, On Consideration, trans. George Lewis (London: Oxford University Press, 1908), 71. Reflection: Where in my academic life—teaching, writing, or conversation—do I most need to cultivate “thoughtful speech” rather than reactive or self‑protective words?
Save the Date, Summer Workshop, June 11, Stewarding Studentship: Navigating Faith and Learning in the Graduate Experience
Lead Facilitators: David Enns, GateWay Church; Elaine V. Fung, Regent University; Robert Woods (CCSN) Date/Time: Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 11:30 am – 3:00 pm EDT REGISTER HERE Description: This workshop begins with communication graduate students sharing stories about how they integrate Christian faith into their student life. Next, a roundtable discussion will invite participants to exchange ideas and best …
Save the Date, Summer Workshop, June 8, Raising the Wise Digital Native
[Learn more about other summer workshops in Faith and Communication] Raising the Wise Digital Native: Parenting with Faith, Courage, and Clarity Lead Presenters/Facilitators: Stacey Gerhart, California Baptist University; Garrett Gerhart, Life Bible Fellowship Church Date/Time: Monday, June 8, 2026 | 11:30 am – 3:00 pm EDT REGISTER HERE Description: Technology is no longer just entertainment for kids. It is how …
Successful Dissertation Defense, Dr. Elaine V. Fung
The CCSN celebrates with one of its members, Elaine V. Fung, upon the successful defense of her dissertation. Welcome to the Academy, Dr. Fung! Elaine V. Fung successfully defended her dissertation titled, Linking in Faith, Gender, Leadership, and Digital Communication: A Mixed-Methods Exploration of the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities Women Presidents’ and Provosts’ LinkedIn. This dissertation research explored the complex …
Registration Open, June 4 Workshop, Teaching the Introductory Communication Course, with Bill Strom
[Learn more about other summer workshops in Faith and Communication] Teaching the Introductory Communication Course: A Covenantal Perspective for Integration, Student Self-Inquiry, and Classroom Engagement Lead Presenter/Facilitator: Bill Strom, Professor of Media + Communication at Trinity Western University Date/Time: Thursday, June 4, 2026 | 11:30 am – 3:00 pm EDT REGISTER HERE Description: The introductory communication course offers a special …
Join Us in a Memorial Celebration of Life for Michael P. Graves (1943-2026), Saturday, April 25th, 11 am
In Loving Memory of Michael P. Graves.
Registration Open, June 1 Workshop on Publishing, Word-Gardening: From Seed (Idea) to Fruit (Publication), with Rodney Clapp
[Learn more about other summer workshops in Faith and Communication] Word-Gardening: From Seed (Idea) to Fruit (Publication) Lead Presenter/Facilitator: Rodney Clapp, Editor, Cascade Books Date/Time: Monday, June 1, 2026 | 11:30 am – 3:00 pm EDT REGISTER HERE Description: Drawing on nearly fifty years’ work editing newspapers, magazines, and books, Rodney Clapp offers tips and guidance for the span of …
A Prayer to Let Kindness Guard My Tongue, by John Newton, 18th Century
“Set a watch, Lord, upon my mouth, and keep the door of my lips; that I may not speak unadvisedly with my tongue. Let the law of kindness be in my mouth, and the gospel of peace rule in my heart; that out of the abundance of the heart my mouth may speak, and that my speech may be seasoned …
Quote of the Week, The Weight of Small Words, by Hannah More, 18th Century
“If we take care of the moments, the years will take care of themselves.” —Hannah More (1745-1833) Source: Hannah More, Strictures on the Modern System of Female Education (London: T. Cadell, 1799), 1:14. Reflection: What “small moments” in my speech today—quick comments, quiet reactions, passing conversations—are forming the person I am becoming?
