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An Examination of the Predictors of Vocational Calling in First-Generation College Students
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Several studies have examined the prediction of calling in college students, but no known study has focused primarily on the development of vocational calling among the vulnerable population of first-generation college students who have a higher drop-out rate than their peers. Examining the composition of vocational calling in first-generation college students, will assist faculty and student development personnel in better understanding the factors that predict a sense of calling for these students, which will improve their overall performance. This study will examine to what extent a sense of vocational calling is predicted by student mentoring, social support, faith/spirituality, civic engagement, values, social readjustment, self-efficacy, self-authorship, and a set of demographic variables (age, gender, ethnicity, class standing, religious affiliation, and primary source of funding for college) for first-generation college students. Additionally, based on theories and relevant empirical research, a construct was tested by mediation models, in which self-authorship and civic engagement were mediators in the relationship between self-efficacy and sense of calling.
Method
First-generation college students at the thirteen member institutions that comprise the Adventist Association of Colleges and Universities (AACU) completed a 76-item survey to ascertain to what extent the factors of student mentoring, social support, faith/spirituality, civic engagement, values, social readjustment, self-efficacy, self-authorship, and demographic variables predict sense of calling. This was a quantitative, cross-sectional, and predictive/correlational study. Descriptive analysis and multiple regression analysis were utilized to analyze the data. Path analysis was also used to test the hypothesized model to ascertain the estimated direct, indirect, and total causal effect among the variables that best predicted a sense of vocational calling.
Results
Based on Haworth, McCruden, and Roy\u27s (2001) vocational calling model which this study tested, the findings indicated that sense of calling was positively predicted by encounters with other (civic engagement), interpersonal relationships (friends support), developmental issues (self-authorship), and self-awareness (self-efficacy). The model explained 42.5% of the variance in sense of calling. Additionally, the demographic variables of certain age groupings (24-29, 30-39, and 40-55) and certain primary sources 40-55) and certain primary sources of funding for college (parental, personal savings, and state and federal loans) were predictors of sense of calling. The model containing the demographic variables explained 25.7% of the variance in sense of calling. Regarding mediation, it was observed that self-efficacy had a direct effect on calling (ℽ = .28), selfefficacy had a direct effect on self-authorship (ℽ = .57), and civic engagement had a direct effect on calling (ℽ = .39). Self-authorship had a direct effect on calling (ℽ = .19) and civic engagement on calling (ℽ = .31). The indirect effect of self-efficacy and calling with the mediation of self-authorship was (ℽ = .173; lower bound .071, upper bound .297 p = .006). The indirect effect of self-efficacy and calling with the mediation of civic engagement was (ℽ = .190; lower bound .102, upper bound .303 and a p=.001). The theoretical covariance matrix and the empirical covariance matrix were equal.
Conclusion
Based on Haworth et al. (2001) vocational calling model, the factors that best predict vocational calling in first-generation college students at AACU member institutions include civic engagement, friends support, self-authorship, and self-efficacy. The demographic variables of age and primary sources of funding for college also contributed to the development of vocational calling. The current study also provides an accepted hypothesized model that outlines the estimated direct, indirect, and total causal effect among self-efficacy, self-authorship, and civic engagement in sense of vocational calling. Implications for fostering the development of vocational calling in first-generation students for student services professionals and faculty were discussed
Jesus’ Authority Over Evil Spirits: Healing Demoniacs in the Gospel of Mark
Get PDFThe gospel of Mark highlights nine distinct healing miracles. Among them, five involve the healing of demoniacs—individuals “possessed by demons,” or as some may prefer, “demonized.” These accounts form a significant portion of Mark’s healing narratives and are a notable theme in his Gospel, which is one of the earliest records of Jesus’ life and ministry. These stories not only demonstrate Jesus’ authority over evil spirits but also reflect his deep compassion for those suffering from spiritual oppression.
The purpose of this article is twofold. First, it aims to highlight Jesus’ authority over evil spirits, as manifested in nature, animals, and people, and explore its implications for us as his disciples, especially in the context of spiritual warfare in the present age. Second, it seeks to underscore the theological and missiological significance of the healings of these demoniacs within the broader scope of Jesus’ mission on earth
The Oxford Handbook of Early Christian Biblical Interpretation [review] / Blowers, Paul M., and Peter W. Martens, eds.
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Holding on to Faith
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Here is the Study Guide for the week ending February 3, 2023.
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The Student Movement Volume 108 Issue 15: Black History Month Gets One Extra Day This Year!
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Do You Believe in Birth Order Theory?, Grace No
Getting to Know Dr. Nowack!, Interviewed by Anneliese Tessalee
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
AU Theatre Wing Proudly Presents You Can\u27t Take It With You , Amelia Stefanescu
Black Impact: In the Artistic Lane, Interview by Nailea Soto
How The Holdovers Saved the Film Industry, Corinna Bevier
Steve Green Interview: Over 38 Years of Music Ministry, Lexie Dunham
The Young Artist Concert, Nate Miller
NEWS
First Town Hall of the New Year, Melissa Moore
Past Assemblies at Andrews, Melissa Moore
Who Were the Newbolds?, Andrew Francis
IDEAS
How To Stop, Drop, and Roll away from Overconsumption, Grace No
Resisting the Urge, Katie Davis
The Power of Not Giving Up, Abby Shim
PULSE
Black History Month: Why Do We Have It?. Alyssa Caruthers
The Trendy Christian, Anna Rybachek
SPECIAL REPORT
Campus Accessibility Update, Student Movement Editorial Staff
LAST WORD
The Art of Being: My Struggle with Defining Black Existence, Wambui Karanjahttps://digitalcommons.andrews.edu/sm-108/1014/thumbnail.jp
Desarrollo, Implementacion y Evaluacion de un Seminario de Liberazgo para Lideres de la Iglesia Central de Cojupeque, El Salvador
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The Seventh-day Adventist Church believes in the ministry of all believers, and at its base, the local church is not only led by pastors but also by members who take on leadership roles. In order for these members to excel in their ministries, their training and education must be intentional. The Central Cojutepeque Seventh-day Adventist Church of the Paracentral El Salvador Conference did not have an intentional leadership instruction program that can help said leaders assist in the leading of the church.
Methodology
This project is a research initiative in the field of practical theology. It was applied within a congregation. The research entailed the development of a leadership seminar of four modules based on (1) Christian leadership, (2) Christian leadership characteristics, (3) leadership as demonstrated by Jesus\u27s life, and (4) leadership according to the apostle Paul. These teachings were presented to the leaders of the Central Cojutepeque Seventh-day Adventist Church, in El Salvador, in June 2023. The activity was titled Leadership Seminar, and its objective was to strengthen leaders\u27 understanding of the concepts of Christian leadership and that leaders have been called to work within the family, the church, and the community. The seminar also aimed to inspire leaders to emulate Jesus\u27s leadership methods and to learn from the apostle Paul\u27s views on leadership. The researcher created a purposeful course in the research and implementation process. He began with a theological reflection on leadership in the Old and New Testaments, as well as in Ellen G. White\u27s writings. He then analyzed contemporary literature, examining the nature and meaning of leadership, the characteristics of Christian leadership, servant leadership, and leadership theories and styles. As part of the research, the profiles of the city, the church, the members, and the leadership roles they carried out in the congregation were also provided. Taking this information into account, the leadership seminar was developed and implemented. Several written questionnaires and different feedback exchanges served as an evaluation method before and after the modules.
Results
The leaders of the Central Cojutepeque Seventh-day Adventist church expressed their initial poor understanding of the subject of leadership. They stated that they developed and carried out their functions on impulse without taking into account theoretical knowledge nor by reflecting on how Bible characters carried out their task of leading the people. Following the implementation of the seminar, those same leaders expressed their wish to improve their outlook as heads of the congregation, and they made the commitment to develop an ecclesiastical training model based on Christian leadership and the teachings of Jesus and the apostle Paul. They confirmed that the seminar had been both impactful and relevant to their families, their church, and the community around them.
Conclusions
The implementation, development and evaluation of the Leadership Seminar, directed by the Adventist Lay Seminary of Andrews University, was the first experience of formal leadership instruction carried out in the territory of the Paracentral Conference of El Salvador for leaders of a congregation. The execution of this project made it possible to help with the development deficiencies of these leaders. In addition, the foundation for future training programs was laid and other similar training ideas were facilitated. The results obtained and the assessment of the work strategy will help in the design of effective training programs. It is concluded that the adaptation of the program and its development were positive. Thanks to the learning obtained in the instruction, the results in the leadership of the leaders of the Central Cojutepeque Seventh-day Adventist Church, El Salvador, were of direct benefit to the brotherhood of said congregation, and in the support of pastoral work. Consequently, the Leadership Seminar is added to the set of resources for the training and formation of church members in the territory of the Paracentral Association of El Salvador
The proposal by Finance Professor Williams Kwasi Peprah, Ph.D. for the re-denomination of the cedi as a measure to tackle depreciation of the local currency has drawn mixed reactions
No full textThe proposal by Finance Professor WILLIAMS KWASI PEPRAH, Ph.D. for the re-denomination of the cedi as a measure to tackle depreciation of the local currency has drawn mixed reactions. Some critics say it is a laudable suggestion but not the solution to the problem. Here\u27s his explanation