Answering the Call: George Barclay’s (’79B) Journey in Ministry and Community Leadership 

George Barclay speaks about his career in ministry.

George Barclay ’79B has served in ministry his entire career in the northeast and spent the last 30 years at Norwood Baptist Church in Warwick, RI. We sat down with him to ask about his career and trends in the American church.  

Faith, Conservation and Penguins: Allie Cook’s ’25 Internship at the New England Aquarium 

Allie Cook’ interns with penguins at the New England Aquarium.

Allie Cook ’25 worked as an intern in the African penguin exhibit at the New England Aquarium last summer caring for penguins and educating visitors on how they can contribute to the preservation of God’s creation.  

How Madison Vavala ’24 Found Her Niche in Partnership Marketing with Philadelphia Union

Madison Vavala ’24 served as a partnership marketing intern for the Philadelphia Union.

Madison Vavala ’24 served as a partnership marketing intern for the Philadelphia Union, a professional soccer team, over the summer. Her role brought her into contact with the highest levels of many prestigious companies, including Subaru, Coca-Cola and Adidas.

Discover Greek Ruins: Study Abroad with Gordon and ACT This Summer 

Gordon students who study abroad in Greece perform archaeological excavations.

In summer 2025 Gordon students will have the unique opportunity to take part in archaeological excavations in Greece through a new partnership with the American College of Thessaloniki (ACT).

Transforming Lives: Jennifer Thomas ’07 on Leading For His Children in Ecuador 

Jennifer Thomas, executive director of For His Children.

Jennifer Thomas ’07 is now the executive director of For His Children, which serves vulnerable children in Ecuador through adoption and fostering. We sat down with her to ask about the realities of caring for vulnerable children in developing countries.