Monday, December 18th, 2023
The entire university community is invited to join the Office for Spiritual Life for a morning of community service and reflection on MLK Day 2024!
On the first day of our 2024 “Spring Faith Into Action” Week (Jan. 15-20), the spiritual life office would like to invite students and employees to join us for a day of community service with SOLVE in Portland.
The event is set for MLK Day on Monday, Jan. 15. Please complete this form to register.
The day plan will be as follows:
- 9 a.m.: Continental breakfast and departure from SpiL (Barclay) House
- 9-9:45 a.m.: Listening, reflecting and discussing sermon/speech by Dr. MLK Jr.
- 9:45 a.m.: Meeting at Irving Park in Portland for orientation
- 10 a.m.: Join SOLVE for MLK Day service project
- Noon: Lunch and discussion on service as an opportunity for spiritual connection and growth
- 1:30 p.m.: “Walkabout” (prayer walk, reflection and practicing presence) on MLK Blvd
- 1:30 p.m.: Debrief and drive back
- 2:30 p.m.: Arrive back at SpiL/Newberg campus
Undergraduate students who participate will be eligible to receive five chapel-elective credits.
Contact Rus St. Cyr at rstcyr@georgefox.edu for more information.
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Monday, December 18th, 2023
Take advantage of LifeBalance’s December deals! Click on the links to access savings at these vendors:
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Sunday, December 17th, 2023
Interested in an enriching and soul-stirring weekend at the Oregon Coast reflecting on the profound ideas of C.S. Lewis’s book The Four Loves?
During the weekend of Feb. 2-4 at Twin Rocks Friends Camp, our own Dr. Jason Lepojärvi will be leading engaging talks on fundamental questions about love: What exactly is love? Are there really “four loves?” Are genuine friendships possible between women and men? What are the dangers of love? What exactly is “Christian love”?
Reserve your spot for a journey into love’s complexities and the teachings of C.S. Lewis, deepening your understanding of Christian love and forging new friendships at this unforgettable “Seminar by the Sea.” George Fox employees can receive a 10% discount for registration using the code GFU_Staff_24.
All participants will be mailed a copy of Lewis’s book The Four Loves to read in advance of the retreat. You can learn more about the seminar and register online here.
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Sunday, December 17th, 2023
The finance office will be closed from Friday, Dec. 22, through Monday, Jan. 1, for the Christmas break. Deposits that need to have a December 2023 date must be brought to the finance office no later than 10 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 21. If it arrives later, it will go into a deposit for January 2024.
Please look around your desks and file cabinets to see if there are any lingering items that need to go to the bank. If you are taking extra time off during the Christmas/New Year holiday, please send your deposits over before you leave.
If you have any questions about deposits, please contact Heather Groenlund at 503-554-2173. Thank you, and have a very Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year!
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Sunday, December 17th, 2023
Have you ever wondered how some people are hardwired for motivation, while others struggle to stay focused? Listen to this two-part podcast series on the science of motivation, focus, and drive.
Health coaches Will and Colleen sit down with Providence Medical Director Ruben Halperin, MD, to explore the often-overlooked physiological factors that shape our mental states. Learn about the role of dopamine, actionable diet, exercise, and sleep interventions to supercharge your motivation. Click here to check it out.
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Thursday, December 14th, 2023
The Office for Spiritual Life is looking for Life Group leaders for the spring of 2024. The program will last from the week of Jan. 29 through the week of March 18. Life Groups are small groups of undergraduate students who meet together for prayer, Bible study, and fellowship. Groups meet weekly for 60 to 90 minutes.
This spring, our groups will be either in person or completely via Zoom (this provides access for our George Fox Digital students). Life Groups through the Office for Spiritual Life led by a George Fox staff or faculty member will be SPIL-credit eligible in order to encourage students to engage in spiritual formation experiences that are participatory and provide ongoing community.
To sign up, please fill out this form by Jan. 3.
Please email Cyndi at cmurillo@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
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Thursday, December 14th, 2023
With the Christmas season upon us, many will take advantage of the phone deals being offered. If you get a new phone, here is what you need to know so you don’t lose access to your GFU email, Canvas, Zoom or other apps that use Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). If you only use Okta Verify or Google Authenticator, the app will transfer to your new phone but not the settings.
Before purchasing a new phone, make sure that you have one of the following methods also set up:
- SMS (text message) Authentication
- Voice Call Authentication
You can have multiple methods active at the same time. Click this link to access Multi-Factor Authentication: Set up a Second Authentication Method instructions.
You will not be able to use Okta Verify or Google Authenticator until you go through the set-up process again. Here are the directions to set up Okta Verify and/or Google Authenticator when you have a second method set-up.
If you got a new phone and activated it without SMS or Voice Call set up, then you must call the Service Desk at 503-554-2569.
Our office will be closed Dec. 22 through Jan. 1.
Questions regarding MFA? Contact the Service Desk at servicedesk@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2569.
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Thursday, December 14th, 2023
Join registered dietitian Kayla and chef Tim for a CTK Culinary Nutrition virtual session this Monday, Dec. 18, from noon to 1 p.m. The session will focus on how to create a heart-healthy meal you will love.
Registration is free but required for first time participants. Register here.
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Wednesday, December 13th, 2023
The Office for Spiritual Life is looking for staff and faculty members to participate in our new “SpiL Mentoring” program this spring.
This program will provide the opportunity for students to have meaningful conversations about faith and life while receiving encouragement and support from a George Fox staff or faculty member. Students in the program will be matched with a dedicated staff or faculty member, with whom they will have weekly meetings lasting approximately one hour over a span of eight weeks within the semester. The program will begin the week of Jan. 29 and end the week of March 18.
To support you in your mentoring role, we will provide a booklet with weekly suggested spiritual formation practices for you to engage in with your mentee. Additionally, there will be a training session prior to the start of the program to ensure you feel prepared and equipped.
If interested, please fill out this application by Wednesday, Jan. 3. Your involvement will make a meaningful impact on our students’ lives.
Please email Cyndi at cmurillo@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
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Wednesday, December 13th, 2023
With our busy schedules, building and maintaining meaningful relationships can be hard. You can brighten the world around you by expressing gratitude for the loved ones in your life, nurturing relationships, and connecting with your community. Click this link to view Providence’s tips on how to build meaningful connections with others.
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Wednesday, December 13th, 2023
Imagine if we all embodied love, kindness, compassion, joy and equanimity in the way we think, speak and act toward ourselves and others. This seven-session series, “Cultivating the Heart Qualities,” focuses on a new topic every month.
The series meets online every second Tuesday of the month for one hour in the evening, starting Jan. 9, 2024. Sign up at this link.
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Tuesday, December 12th, 2023
Murdock Library’s hours for winter break will be as follows:
- Dec. 16-17: Closed (24-hour space open)
- Dec. 18-21: Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (24-hour space open)
- Dec. 22-Jan. 1: Both library and 24-hour space closed
- Jan. 2-5: Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Jan. 6-7: Closed (24-hour space open)
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Monday, December 11th, 2023
Join us at George Fox University on Feb. 23-24, 2024, for Resonate 2024: Knowledge, Desire, and the Heart. We are so excited to announce that this two-day event is returning after 2023’s inaugural success, and it will include:
- Musical guests
- Guest speakers
- Round table discussions
- Q and A with guests
- Visiting ministries
More information and registration is coming soon. Please reach out to Emma Ray at erieth@georgefox.edu with any questions you may have about this event.
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Monday, December 11th, 2023
Come together this Thursday, Dec. 14, at 11:30 a.m. in Canyon Commons for a complimentary lunch with your peers.
New employee introductions, announcements and campus updates from university leadership will start at noon. There will be specialty hot cocoa, cider and popcorn for you to enjoy. Watch the livestream here if you’re unable to join us in person.
Contact Rob Felton at rfelton@georgefox.edu if you have questions.
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Thursday, December 7th, 2023
Come together next Thursday, Dec. 14, at 11:30 a.m. in Canyon Commons for a complimentary lunch with your peers.
New employee introductions, announcements and campus updates from university leadership will start at noon. There will be specialty hot cocoa, cider and popcorn for you to enjoy. Watch the livestream here if you’re unable to join us in person.
Contact Carly Reumann at creumann@georgefox.edu if you have questions.
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Wednesday, December 6th, 2023
The IT Department currently has iMac, PC laptop and MacBook computers for sale. We have 2015 MacBooks, 2015 iMacs, a few 2013 Mac Pros, and HP Elitebook 1040 G3 laptops available.
The computers have been reset to factory settings and have the highest operating system that will work with the hardware of the device. The best uses are web browsing, streaming and applications that do not require a newer operating system. Some versions of Microsoft Office may not run on these devices.
Please note that these computers are sold “as is.” We do not provide support or maintenance on these machines, or perform updates of any kind, and cannot guarantee the manufacturer will have parts available. The laptops come with a power supply. The iMacs and Mac Pros come with power cord, keyboard and mouse.
Computers are sold on a first-come, first-served basis at the Service Desk. We are not able to hold computers unless payment has been made. We accept debit and credit cards for payment.
Our hours of operation can be found at it.georgefox.edu. If you have any questions, please contact the Service Desk at servicedesk@georgefox.edu.
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Wednesday, December 6th, 2023
The Office for Spiritual Life is looking for Life Group leaders for the spring of 2024. The program will last from the week of Jan. 29 through the week of March 18. Life Groups are small groups of undergraduate students who meet together for prayer, Bible study and fellowship. Groups meet weekly for 60 to 90 minutes.
This spring, our groups will be either in person or completely via Zoom (this provides access for our George Fox Digital students). Life Groups through the Office for Spiritual Life led by a George Fox staff or faculty member will be SPIL-credit eligible to encourage students to engage in spiritual formation experiences that are participatory and provide ongoing community.
To sign up, please fill out this form by Jan. 3.
Please email Cyndi at cmurillo@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
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Wednesday, December 6th, 2023
Please note the accelerated payroll deadlines for December. Due to Christmas break, we will have fewer days to process the December payroll.
Please have all check requests submitted and approved by the end of the day today (Thursday), Dec. 7. Temporary part-time employee timesheets should also be forecasted, locked and approved by today.
Regular employee timesheets and student timesheets can be locked at the end of the month as usual. The student payday will be Friday, Dec. 15, and the regular employee payday will be Thursday, Dec. 21.
Questions? Contact the payroll team at payroll@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, December 5th, 2023
The Office for Spiritual Life is looking for staff and faculty members to participate in our new “SpiL Mentoring” program this spring.
This program will provide the opportunity for students to have meaningful conversations about faith and life while receiving encouragement and support from a George Fox staff or faculty member. Students in the program will be matched with a dedicated staff or faculty member, with whom they will have weekly meetings lasting approximately one hour over a span of eight weeks within the semester. The program will begin the week of Jan. 29 and end the week of March 18.
To support you in your mentoring role, we will provide a booklet with weekly suggested spiritual formation practices for you to engage in with your mentee. Additionally, there will be a training session prior to the start of the program to ensure you feel prepared and equipped.
If interested, please fill out this application by Wednesday, Jan. 3. Your involvement will make a meaningful impact on our students’ lives.
Please email Cyndi at cmurillo@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
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Tuesday, December 5th, 2023
Most of us feel too busy to even think about taking time out to relax. But in reality, regular relaxation is crucial. If we don’t stop regularly to ”refuel,” we risk emotional and physical burnout. Even a small investment of 5 to 10 minutes a day can have a huge return.
Canopy is sponsoring a webinar, “Relaxation Rx,” which includes demonstrations of relaxation techniques that provide immediate as well as long–term benefits. You’ll also learn how to detect burnout ”triggers” and discover ways to regain a sense of balance and motivation. You’ll leave feeling recharged and better able to tackle daily demands.
The webinar is available on-demand in December at this link.
If you have questions, contact rwoodral23@georgefox.edu.
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