In recent days, we have highlighted some of the rising church leaders from the Campolo Scholars program. Today, we'd like to introduce you to two very special alums, who happen to also be partners in ministry AND life! Jon Galdames-Henry is a former Campolo Scholar and 2019 graduate of Eastern University. ...
Today, October 2nd is a day to celebrate! After weeks of hard work, Tony is returning home. Tonight, he will enjoy a shared meal with Peggy in the comfort of their own apartment for the first time since his stroke on June 20th. Praise the Lord for this good news. Here are some thoughts from Peggy: "Never have I seen a...
Our fall semester is well underway and the Campolo Center is working full steam ahead! We had a great turnout for this week's Monday Meeting. In addition to our Scholars, we were joined by three special guests from Palmer Seminary as well as Campolo alums Ally Bartlett and James Williams. Our guest speaker was the reputed preacher, author, pr...
As we begin a new semester carrying out Tony’s vision to support, train, and mentor young leaders to serve the church and para-church ministries, we are grateful that we have a team that does not “grow weary in doing good.” In the coming days, we will highlight some of these rising church leaders from the Campolo Scholars program. Firs...
September 10, 2020
Dear Friends of Tony Campolo,
The best news is that we expect Tony to come home on Friday, October 2!
Never have I seen anyone work harder at anything than my dear husband has at his physical therapy. The two therapists who work with him here ...
While we'd love to gather in a shared space, the Campolo Center is determined to be wise and cautious as we fight the ongoing pandemic. We're so thankful that we live in a time when technology makes this possible! Just a few weeks ago, we were able to truly make the most of Zoom by hosting a "Virtual Visitation." We gathered...
Dear Friends of Tony Campolo, We promised an update when we had news to report, and I am happy to tell you that Tony is making some real progress in his therapy sessions. The new focus is on what therapists call "life skills" – things Tony will need to be able to do in order to make a smooth transition to living at home. Recently, the th...
August is upon us – Students are now returning to Eastern's campus. Tony continues to pour his well-known energy into the process of recovery. And we at the Campolo Center are gearing up for an exciting (albeit different, in light of COVID-19) year of mentorship and ministry with our Scholars. Today, I'd like to encourag...
Dear Friends, My wife Marty and I spent this past weekend visiting my parents in Bryn Mawr, so here’s a fresh, first-hand update. Dad always works really hard in rehab, but some days are definitely better than others in terms of actual progress. He’s got a great attitude, however, especially in light of the fact that even my Mom still ...
Tony Campolo is known for pointing out that "The Church is God's instrument for changing the world." The Campolo Center was formed to support that vision by recruiting and financially supporting exceptional students who demonstrate the gifts of vocational Christian service. But, even more than that, the Campolo Scholars program is a ...