BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//News and Events - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:/news-and-events X-WR-CALDESC:Events for News and Events REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T025808 CREATED:20260302T182730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T182730Z UID:269594-1772622000-1772625600@hc.edu SUMMARY:CONVO: Fully Allive: Habits for Intimacy with Jesus DESCRIPTION:Led By: Intentional Relationships” with HCU Student Leaders Panel \nA panel of student leaders will explore how God uses intentional\, Christ-centered relationships to shape spiritual maturity. We will consider how believers grow through imitation\, spiritual example and loving discipleship within the body of Christ. Join us as student leaders reflect on pursuing deeper intimacy with Jesus through purposeful community. URL:/news-and-events/event/convo-fully-allive-habits-for-intimacy-with-jesus/ LOCATION:Dunham Theater\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Life and Worship (CLW),HCU Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T163000 DTSTAMP:20260417T025808 CREATED:20260302T183015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T183100Z UID:269597-1772724600-1772728200@hc.edu SUMMARY:BELIN CONVO featuring guest speaker Joe Savona DESCRIPTION:Joe Savona\, a 2022 HCU alumnus and the College Ministry Coordinator at Houston’s First Baptist Church – Downtown Campus\, will speak during Convo. He serves and invests in the lives of college students across Houston to help students know Jesus personally and grow in a faith that remains steady through every season of life. URL:/news-and-events/event/belin-convo-featuring-guest-speaker-joe-savona/ LOCATION:Belin Chapel CATEGORIES:Community Life and Worship (CLW),HCU Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T025808 CREATED:20260319T154317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T154317Z UID:270113-1774436400-1774440000@hc.edu SUMMARY:CONVO: “Full Assurance: Our Assurance in the Son” with Derrick Lamar Smith  DESCRIPTION:In a digital age saturated with noise and distraction\, the voice of the Son calls His sheep to rest in His eternal grip. Join Rev. Derrick Lamar Smith as he leads us through John 10\, Colossians 3\, and related passages to explore the deep assurance believers have in Christ. This session will offer a powerful and pastoral reminder that our security is not in ourselves\, but in the finished work of the Son who holds us fast. \n\n\nDerrick Lamar Smith is the Pastor of the Church of St. Andrew in Missouri City\, Texas—a church plant of the Anglican Diocese of the Western Gulf Coast—where he leads with a deep commitment to spiritual formation\, biblical teaching\, and generational discipleship. He is an ordained priest in the Anglican Diocese of the Western Gulf Coast and draws from the richness of the Anglican tradition with clarity\, conviction\, and warmth. \n\n\nKnown for his engaging preaching style and theological insight\, Derrick integrates vivid storytelling\, pastoral care\, and cultural resonance to guide others into living within the biblical narrative. He is passionate about mentoring emerging leaders\, challenging cultural idols\, and cultivating Gospel Culture in both church and community. His ministry reflects the rhythms of the African American pastoral tradition\, blending cadence and depth to speak timeless truth into today’s world. \n\n\nDerrick holds degrees from Belhaven University in Jackson\, Mississippi\, and the College of Biblical Studies–Houston. He is married to the former Kyra Moody\, and they are the proud parents of three: adult sons Darian and Ryan\, who reside in Tallahassee\, Florida\, and their daughter Morgan Grace\, age 12. URL:/news-and-events/event/convo-full-assurance-our-assurance-in-the-son-with-derrick-lamar-smith/ LOCATION:Dunham Theater\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Life and Worship (CLW),HCU Events,Spiritual Life END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T163000 DTSTAMP:20260417T025808 CREATED:20260319T154633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T154633Z UID:270116-1774539000-1774542600@hc.edu SUMMARY:BELIN CONVO: Spanish Convocation  DESCRIPTION:Raul Bustillos serves as a pastor at Powerhouse Church in Katy\, Texas — where his leadership\, passion for community\, and commitment to spiritual growth cultivate authentic faith and belonging. \n\n\nBorn in El Paso\, Texas\, and raised between Juárez\, Mexico and the United States\, Raul’s life journey has shaped his heart for people — from hardship and resilience to hope and transformation. After earning his bachelor’s degree and a Master of Accountancy from Texas Lutheran University\, Raul built a successful career in financial services while intentionally living his faith in action. \n\n\nAs a young adult pastor at Powerhouse Church\, Raul focuses on connecting people to community and Christ — particularly through The Table\, a weekly young‑adult gathering that fosters real conversation\, worship\, and belonging. His ministry emphasis is rooted in creating spaces where individuals are seen\, encouraged\, and equipped to thrive spiritually and relationally. \n\n\nRaul’s story is one of faith‑forward perseverance and service — a life marked by authenticity\, leadership\, and a deep conviction that hope and healing are available to all through Jesus Christ. \n\n\nFocus will be leading worship in Spanish at this Belin Convocation service. URL:/news-and-events/event/belin-convo-spanish-convocation/ LOCATION:Belin Chapel CATEGORIES:Community Life and Worship (CLW),HCU Events,Spiritual Life END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR