We were so pleased to have Peggy and Tony as special guests for our homecoming event last Saturday! What a blessing it was to hear stories of Tony's impact on the lives of so many – from the Campolo Scholars he has mentored to those who have encountered Tony through his books, preaching, and/or in person. We also heard from Tony him...
Today, October 2nd is a day to celebrate! After weeks of hard work, Tony is returning home. Tonight, he will enjoy a shared meal with Peggy in the comfort of their own apartment for the first time since his stroke on June 20th. Praise the Lord for this good news. Here are some thoughts from Peggy: "Never have I seen a...
Dear Friends,
On the evening of June 20 our father, Tony Campolo, had a stroke that partially paralyzed the left side of his face and body. Since then he has been recovering and working on rehabilitation on the ground floor of the Beaumont Health Center, while his wife Peggy - who is prohibited from entering ...
The Fine Art of Mentoring: Passing on to Others What God Has Given to You
by Ted W. Engstrom, Norman B. Rohrer.
Tom Roop and the Bible Buzzards (pages 77-79)
One of the most fascinating stories of lay mentoring is contained in a letter just received f...
On October 3, 1863, in the midst of the turmoil and strife of the Civil War, Abraham Lincoln called for peace and gratitude by and for all men in the Thanksgiving Proclamation. Lincoln realized that the human heart needs to give thanks– perhaps, especially in such times of strife! This Thanksgiving, we at the Campolo Cen...
Thanks to you, we did it! Including gifts received and pledges made, we reached our goal of raising $84,000 for the Campolo Scholarship Fund in honor of Tony’s 84th birthday. Thank you for participating in the 84 for 84 Campaign and making i...
Today, I want to say THANK YOU, from the bottom of my heart! This month, many of you have celebrated my 84th birthday by choosing to support the Campolo Scholars studying here at Eastern University and Palmer Theological Seminary. I am so grateful. Thes...
This week, we continue our celebration of Tony's 84th birthday! Over the years, Tony's vision, passion, and witness have touched many lives.. in many different places. And today, because of your support, the Campolo Scholars are having an ever-broadening impact as well! God is using these young leaders in unique ways. Take a moment to read...
When I was young, I never imagined that being a missionary would be part of my future. Animals were my passion. However, as I grew older and was exposed to the stories of missionaries and what Scripture has to say about the mission of the church – my vision changed. This led me to Eastern University, though when I began my student career I ...