Mathetes at George Fox University: Recent Episodes
Hannah Lee
Mathetes is Greek for student or disciple. At George Fox, we hold quarterly panels on controversial topics in hopes to learn how to discuss political issues, current events, reconciliation, and the church.
In our second Mathetes panel, held November 10th, 2020, we discussed symbolism - what it is, why we react to symbols emotionally, and how to honor God while standing up for what we believe.
This Mathetes panel From January 25th, 2021 discussed white supremacy and its roots in the church.
For our first 2020 Mathetes panel, we discussed protest - what it is, how the church has been involved, and the Christian's call to protest.