Student-Led Gatherings
To understand what God's Word says about all aspects of our world, our lives, & our futures
About Viral Truth Clubs
Viral Truth Campus Clubs are student-led gatherings where questions and issues are discussed from a Biblical perspective.
The goal is to understand what God’s Word has to say about all aspects of our world and issues are discussed from a Biblical perspective.
The Viral Truth Club meetings are characterized by these qualities:
- Relational - friends and peers invite friends and peers - especially working to bring those farthest from Christ under the teaching of God’s Word
- Respectful - any topic and viewpoint can be presented during the discussion; but club leaders will always model an orderly, courteous demeanor, even though standing consistently for the Biblical position
- Relevant - many issues are of vital importance in our world today. Fortunately, God’s Word speaks to all of them - either directly or indirectly. Part of the appeal of a Viral Truth club is that people can get the, “What Does God Say?” synopsis of personal and cultural issues
- Real - Christianity is objectively true, and believers have evidence for what they believe. The Biblical worldview is not mere opinion. There is an empty tomb, a risen Jesus, and timeless revelation from the living God!
The Clubs
How to Charter a Viral Truth Campus Club at Your School
Each Chapter is free to personalize activities and structure according to their own needs, but the basics include:
A student leadership team
of at least three students (all of whom are committed Christians)
A faculty sponsor
(please check with your school’s requirements for the chartering of officially-recognized clubs)
Parent/Guardian support
Keep parents/guardians informed and involved with all plans.
Student pastors & church leaders
Involve church staff for prayer support and Christian counseling.
A meeting schedule
that is set and publicized before the semester begins
A meeting location
that is approved by / sanctioned by the school
CLUB CONTENT OVERVIEW
Everything presented is based on God’s Word.
- 1/3 of the lesson topics - Issues / questions about God & truth
- 1/3 of the lessons - My personal journey (challenges we all face)
- 1/3 of the lessons - Our culture and society (trends, politics, law, etc.)
Alex McFarland Ministries (a North Carolina based Christian organization licensed to operate in all 50 states) provides “coaching and content” for the student leaders of the Viral Truth chapters.
During the course of a school year, Viral Truth leaders are provided with materials to host 10 – 12 discussion meetings each semester.
School schedules are demanding, but we encourage each chapter to host at least 10 meetings during each of the Fall and Spring semesters.
