Rewriting My Legacy
Samuel Acuña is pursuing his PhD in Mechanical Engineering; he shared his story at Worship on October 8, 2017 for a series, "Questions on Our Minds." On this Sunday, the question was, "How do I make the most of my…
Being Christian in Public
What does it look like to follow Jesus in public? Excerpts from Rev. Erica Liu's sermon, "Who Do You Say That I Am?" (Matthew 16:13-20) given on August 27th, 2017. If we want to follow Jesus the Messiah, then we have…
Growing Away, Growing Home
Erik Franze is a sophomore with plans to study Political Science, Spanish, American Indian Studies, and Environmental Studies. When I arrived on campus last fall as a freshman, I began searching for a community in Madison that would allow me…
Things We’re Not Supposed to Talk About
Jenni Geurink is a Senior at UW Madsion, majoring in Political Science and Gender & Women's Studies. I’ve always liked talking about the “things you weren’t supposed to talk about,” namely politics and religion. I grew up in a devout…
Home Away From Home
Jessica Prom is a sophomore studying Biology, with plans to pursue Pharmacy School. The week prior to Thanksgiving last year, I received an email from Erica asking if I’d like to meet her for coffee. Little did I know, that…
A letter to the Pres House Community from student leader Andrea
Dear Pres House Family, I can’t believe summer is already winding down. While summer is fun and (hopefully) relaxing I am super excited about the fall! There is a lot to look forward to here at Pres House this fall. We…
A Letter from Hannah in Zambia
Dear supporters, I write to you today four weeks from my departure from Zambia. I leave Zambia on July 22nd and will arrive in Milwaukee late on July 23rd. I feel so many emotions as I approach the conclusion of…
Serving in Zambia
Pres House Alum Hannah Weinberg-Kinsey is serving as a PCUSA Young Adult Volunteer in Zambia this year. Check out this video for a snapshot into her life there.
A Thankful Update from Hannah in Zambia
Dear Pres House, Dear, dear friends! I think of you often as I picture what stage of the year you are encountering, from kick-off to midterms to Fall Retreat. My YAV coordinator recently asked me about a moment I’ve experience…
Young Adult Volunteer – Hannah in Zambia!
In just a couple of days, Pres House alum Hannah Weinberg-Kinsey will be arriving in Lusaka, Zambia to begin a year of service through the Young Adult Volunteer program of the Presbyterian Church, U.S.A. We at Pres House are excited…