James Van Matre

James takes point on staff mentorship for the FOCUS Formation Department. He's currently pursuing a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in Texas. James is passionate about helping people thrive and become who they truly are. You can learn more about his work here.

Get a (Prayer) Life: How to Actually Live Your Best Life

Ooo Heaven Is a Place on Earth Have you ever been in ecstasy? And no, I don’t mean high on drugs. I mean, like, experienced an intense, overwhelming, supernatural joy. The...

Win Your Sundays Back: How to Live the Sabbath in College

The 11th Hour It’s 11:55 p.m. You literally have only five precious minutes left before you have to submit your sixth assignment of “Hell Week” by midnight. You rub your...