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Alive: Vineyard College Ministry

Alive: Vineyard College Ministry

By Alive: Vineyard College

Alive is a college ministry from the Vineyard Church that meets at the University of Illinois campus in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois. We are called to be a light at the U of I being a source of inspiration and love that is awakening college students to their identity and destiny in Christ by the power of the Holy Spirit.



E-mail the college pastor Clay Harrington at clay.harrington@thevineyardchurch.us with any questions or check out our website here: www.thevineyardchurch.us/alive/
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Worship on the Quad: Spring 2018

Alive: Vineyard College MinistryMay 02, 2018

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Honoring Alive Leaders!

Honoring Alive Leaders!

For the last Alive gathering, we took the time to honor our Alive leaders, friends and those transitioning to the "next" God has called them to. 

May 19, 202101:15:30
Alive To Do The Stuff: Healing

Alive To Do The Stuff: Healing

In this episode, Pastor Clay unpacks how Holy Spirit empowers us to heal the sick. 

May 13, 202101:03:32
Alive to Do The Stuff: Prophesy

Alive to Do The Stuff: Prophesy

In this episode, Pastor Clay explains 'the how' Holy Spirit empowers us to do the stuff Jesus did by breaking down how we can not only hear the voice of God, but that we can communicate the heart of God to others - also known as prophesy. 

Apr 10, 202144:07
Alive to Destiny

Alive to Destiny

In this episode, Youth Pastor Samuel Worden shares how Holy Spirit empowers us to live out our destiny in Jesus. 

Mar 29, 202144:13
Alive to Identity | Free From Sin

Alive to Identity | Free From Sin

In this episode Pastor Clay teaches about how Jesus calls us to be Alive to our new identity. A new identity that empowers us to live free from the power of sin and alive to God! 

Mar 22, 202135:55
Alive to Belong 2

Alive to Belong 2

In this episode Pastor Clay shares how Father God has called us to belong and how He's is the only one uniquely qualified to adequately fulfill our belonging need. 

Feb 26, 202139:05
Alive to Testify

Alive to Testify

In this episode, Jess, Sade, Bryce and Patrice share their personal stories of how God's love and grace transformed their lives. 

Feb 15, 202142:54
Alive to Identity 2

Alive to Identity 2

Pastor Clay unpacks how sons and daughters of God must not only understand our identity in Christ, but the importance of "abiding" in the word and truth during this chaotic and divisive time!

Jan 29, 202144:19
Alive to Mental Health

Alive to Mental Health

In this episode, Pastor Clay shares about mental health - the truth that many Christians wrestle with poor mental health, and ways Christians can access the mind of Christ unto great mental health! 

Nov 01, 202038:53
Prophetic Soaking and Ministry

Prophetic Soaking and Ministry

Alive College Ministry led a night of extended worship. In this episode, you are invited to prophetically soak, engage in worship and receive ministry from the Lord.  

Oct 21, 202037:40
Hearing the Voice of God

Hearing the Voice of God

In this episode, Pastor Clay breaks down 4 ways we all can hear the Voice of God. We also get to hear three Alive student leaders provide prophetic  ministry! 

Oct 05, 202048:28
God Stories

God Stories

In this episode, you'll get to hear powerful personal testimonies from Alive leaders Allie Mitchell, Salem Ekundayo, and Lacie Edwards. Check it out!  

Sep 21, 202045:34
We Need a Move

We Need a Move

In this message, Pastor Clay explains the importance of being continuously filled with His presence that we may make history in a most historic time! 

Sep 14, 202043:19
From Fear to Faith

From Fear to Faith

In this episode Pastor Clay unpacks how we can move from fear  - especially amid the CoronaVirus uncertainties - to faith as a son or daughter of God. 

Mar 17, 202046:31
Give Freely

Give Freely

In this episode you'll hear from Leah Wenger - Executive Pastor of the Vineyard Church of Central Illinois - as she shares on the secrets to managing money the kingdom way. 

Mar 09, 202051:56
Alive to the Secret Place

Alive to the Secret Place

In this episode you hear from Paul Kang - Alive College Ministry Coach - as he shares his experiences with the 'secret place' and how it was essential for his growth in his identity in Christ! 

Feb 24, 202050:23
Alive to the Voice Of Truth

Alive to the Voice Of Truth

Alive Coach Mariah Hanson speaks about her journey as it relates to growing in her identity in Jesus. 

Feb 17, 202036:45
Power of the Testimony

Power of the Testimony

During Alive's Encounter Night, we were blessed to hear testimonies from three Alive leaders (Austin Luebchow, Kennedy Burrell and Joey Gibbs). We pray their stories bless you! 

Feb 05, 202039:39
How to Stay Dead to Sin

How to Stay Dead to Sin

In this episode, Pastor Clay teaches on how christians can be dead to sin, stay dead to sin and live more alive to God! 

Feb 04, 202048:45
Who We Are

Who We Are

During this second semester launch service, Pastor Clay teaches on who we are as sons and daughters of God, the benefits of being a in Christ, and who we are collectively as an Alive ministry. 

*Toward the end of this episode, you'll hear Pastor Clay praying over the students - feel free to open your heart and recieve all that was prayed over them as if you were there! 

Jan 25, 202048:27
Alive to Holy Spirit: The Gift of Tongues

Alive to Holy Spirit: The Gift of Tongues

Pastor Clay teaches on a most controversial topic - the gift of tongues - and explores the biblical precedent to tongues, the benefits of tongues, and how it enhances the prayer life of the believer. 

Dec 06, 201946:32
Encounter Night: Empowered to Prophesy 2

Encounter Night: Empowered to Prophesy 2

During the Alive Encounter Night, Pastor Clay shares more of his heart on the 'why' to prophetic ministry and how to steward your prophetic word. You'll also get to hear students share prophetic encouragement to other students. 

Nov 25, 201945:33
Alive to Holy Spirt: Empowered to Love

Alive to Holy Spirt: Empowered to Love

Guest speaker - Pastor Jamie Crosier - shares how all sons and daughters are empowered by Holy Spirit to love, encourage and prophesy to one another. 

Nov 20, 201901:01:05
Alive to Holy Spirt: Empowered to Prophesy

Alive to Holy Spirt: Empowered to Prophesy

Pastor Clay teaches on the importance of prophesy and how all sons and daughters have been empowered to prophesy as a means to build up the Church. 

Nov 10, 201954:52
Alive to Holy Spirit: Empowered to Heal

Alive to Holy Spirit: Empowered to Heal

Pastor Clay teaches and demonstrates how Holy Spirit empowers us to heal today.

Nov 04, 201956:15
Alive to Holy Spirit: Empowered to Live Anew

Alive to Holy Spirit: Empowered to Live Anew

Alive ministry leader Ryan Gajdos shares on how Holy Spirit personally called him to a live anew and how that she invitation is open to all sons and daughters of God! 

Oct 29, 201937:42
Alive to Holy Spirit: Empowered by His Presence

Alive to Holy Spirit: Empowered by His Presence

Pastor Clay teaches on the roles and functions of Holy Spirit and how He's is IN us for our sake, but comes UPON us for the sake of the world. 

Oct 18, 201957:50
Alive Fall Retreat Session 3: Journey to Freedom

Alive Fall Retreat Session 3: Journey to Freedom

Pastor Jordan Pelphrey talks on identity and his journey from sexual bondage to spiritual freedom for session 3 at the Alive Fall Retreat 2019. 

Oct 16, 201901:00:53
Alive Fall Retreat Session 2: Voice of Truth

Alive Fall Retreat Session 2: Voice of Truth

Pastor Daniel Goulet speaks on the importance of amplifying the voice of truth as we walk deeper in our identity in Christ for session 2 at the 2019 Alive Fall Retreat. 

Oct 16, 201951:50
Alive Fall Retreat Session 1: Pride, Pain & Presence

Alive Fall Retreat Session 1: Pride, Pain & Presence

Pastor Brandon and Sharon Henderson share for session 1 at the 2019 Alive Fall Retreat on ways that pride and pain can rob us of focusing on His presence and ultimately our identity as sons and daughters. 

Oct 16, 201949:53
Alive to a Renewed Mind

Alive to a Renewed Mind

If we're dead to sin, then why do I still want to sin? Why do we still think like sin? Pastor Clay breaks down this dilemma and introduces the idea of living free from sin by the renewing of our minds. Check it out. 

Oct 09, 201942:06
Alive to Identity

Alive to Identity

Listen as Pastor Clay talks about our identity in Christ and how we are dead to sin and ALIVE to Him in Jesus! 

Sep 30, 201931:05
Alive to Belong

Alive to Belong

Check out this episode as Pastor Clay talks about the reasons why we live such a connected world, yet loneliness has proven to be at it's all time high! 

Sep 23, 201945:00
Alive to be Loved

Alive to be Loved

In this episode, Pastor Clay speaks about how God the Father created us to be LOVED and how learning how to love ourselves is just as important, if not more important, than loving others! Check it out. 

Sep 17, 201929:31
Worship on the Quad: Alive to Worship

Worship on the Quad: Alive to Worship

Listen as Pastor Clay speaks on true worship and how this can be practically applied to our lives. 

Sep 09, 201927:41
2019 Alive Launch Service: Alive to Relationship

2019 Alive Launch Service: Alive to Relationship

In this episode, listen as Pastor Clay teaches us about the character and nature of God the Father, and how he not only wants to wake us so that we're fully Alive - but wants us fully Alive to Relationship with Him. We pray this episode blesses you.  

Sep 03, 201952:32
MJ & RY's Last Podcast: Their Transition Story

MJ & RY's Last Podcast: Their Transition Story

Listen to MJ and RY as they share their journey about moving to Ohio as their last podcast with Alive!

Jun 26, 201933:50
2019 Senior Night - Ry & MJ's Last Alive

2019 Senior Night - Ry & MJ's Last Alive

Hear all of the 2019 amazing seniors share testimonies and advice on God's goodness in their last Alive. Also listen to Ry and MJ's update on their upcoming transition and new adventure with God! It was a very emotional, yet amazing night that the seniors and Ryan and MJ will always remember!

May 11, 201902:20:02
Worship on the Quad: Mark 16 - Ryan Otto

Worship on the Quad: Mark 16 - Ryan Otto

Worship on the Quad is a very special event we do every year that's outside on the main quad of the U of I campus! College Pastor Ryan Otto ends our sermon series "Walking the Ways of Jesus" as He shares about the true good news of the gospel of Jesus Christ and His Resurrection power!

May 03, 201902:18:41
Mark 15: Faith Until the End - Mark Hagge

Mark 15: Faith Until the End - Mark Hagge

Alive Coach, Mark Hagge continues our sermon series, "Walking the ways as Jesus." Check out this powerful night of worship, teaching, and community!

Apr 27, 201901:45:14
Mark 14: Compelled By Love - AbbyAnn Alexander

Mark 14: Compelled By Love - AbbyAnn Alexander

One of our senior student leaders AbbyAnn continues our sermon series, "Walking as Jesus Walked" through the book of Mark!

Apr 18, 201901:41:58
Alive Encounter Worship Night - EP Recording #1

Alive Encounter Worship Night - EP Recording #1

Listen to the Alive Band lead by college senior worship directors Leah Bice and Adam Davis lead you deep into the Father's hear and love of worship!

Apr 14, 201901:30:52
Alive Encounter Worship Night - EP Recording #2

Alive Encounter Worship Night - EP Recording #2

Alive night of worship lead by worship director Leah Bice and the Alive Band!

Apr 14, 201901:42:07
Mark 13: Faith that Awakens - Ryan Otto

Mark 13: Faith that Awakens - Ryan Otto

College Pastor Ryan Otto continues our message series, "Walking the ways of Jesus" as we look at Faith that keeps us ready, awake, and alert!

Apr 14, 201950:11
Mark 12: Faith to Love Like Jesus - Dan Putman

Mark 12: Faith to Love Like Jesus - Dan Putman

Special guest speaker Dan Putman continues our sermon series "Walking the ways as Jesus" as we dive into Mark 12 and look at "Faith to love like Jesus."

Apr 10, 201901:53:55
Mark 11: Faith that leads to Freedom - Mariah Johnson

Mark 11: Faith that leads to Freedom - Mariah Johnson

Student leader and Alive intern Mariah Johnson, continues our sermon series "Walking the ways as Jesus"!

Apr 01, 201901:23:53
Mark 10: Faith that Restores - Austin Luebchow

Mark 10: Faith that Restores - Austin Luebchow

Continue our sermon series "Walking as Jesus walked" with student leader Austin Luebchow as he shares a powerful story about how God gives us faith that restores broken hearts.

Mar 14, 201901:54:23
Mark 9: Faith That Sees & Believes - Ryan Otto

Mark 9: Faith That Sees & Believes - Ryan Otto

College Pastor Ryan Otto continues our sermon series "Walking the way Jesus walked" as we look deep into the miracles of what true Faith is through exploring Mark chapter 9. 

Mar 07, 201902:08:22
Mark 7 & 8: A Heart That Follows Jesus - Valencia Moses

Mark 7 & 8: A Heart That Follows Jesus - Valencia Moses

Hear special guest speaker Valencia Moses continue our sermon series "Walking the Ways that Jesus Walked" through The Gospel of Mark!

Feb 21, 201901:46:45
Mark 6: Faith that Matters - Ryan Otto

Mark 6: Faith that Matters - Ryan Otto

Latest episode of Alive: Vineyard College Ministry in the sermon series "Walking the Ways that Jesus Walked"

Feb 14, 201902:02:35