North Idaho College has a diverse collection of groups throughout the campus. It has a number of clubs based in Christian beliefs, two of which are Campus Alive in Christ and NOY NIC, which are not technically connected but according to member Josh Stagner, 19, general studies, “they complement each other well.”
Campus Alive in Christ is a Bible study on campus that meets twice a week on Monday and Wednesday at noon, they have pizza once a month. They also put on movies. This year they are putting on a series about the universe that shows us how big it really is, and how small human beings really are. In addition, they hold a book table on Thursdays where they hand out Bibles and movies, many of which compare intelligent design and evolution according to Doug King, 28, general studies.
The goal of Campus Alive in Christ is to teach the Bible and discuss its meaning. The group encourages questions and want to help correct out any misconception people may have about Jesus, God or the Bible.
“There is a scripture that is called ‘iron sharpening iron’ and that is where I want to head because we can have thoughts in our head [regarding the Bible] but unless it is truly from the word of God and the scripture it’s just a random thought,” King said.
“My personal goal is to share God’s love with every single person I meet, and help build them up instead of tear them down, that’s my goal. Both of these clubs help me, because they come around me and help me do that.” Stagner said.
NOY NIC is one of the Christian clubs on campus. It is a safe place to go to find people to support you throughout their struggles, according to Joshua Brand, 21, economics, vice president of NOY NIC.
NOY NIC is based out of New Life Youth Community Church off Hayden Ave. in Hayden. It is a weekly sermon given by the youth pastor of the group and brought to campus on Thursday nights at 7 p.m. They also have a sermon Wednesday nights at the church.
As a club, NOY NIC focuses on encouraging a safe place to explore God and the Bible. The youth pastor from the church gives a sermon and then they interact by discussing and learning about one another and the Bible.
“My personal goal is an image of a lighthouse, like an image of strength and stability among the storm around offering a guiding light and a place of safety, and so that can be a part of all aspects of life, whether it be financially or whatever,“ Brand said. He enjoys the interaction, learning and support that comes with the group.
For more information on Campus Alive in Christ please contact Cynthia Nelson (208)769-3489.
