IVCF at William and Mary is passionate about encouraging and equipping students at the finest small public university to proclaim the Gospel in every aspect of their lives. Founded in 1963 by a chemistry and a biology professor, IV has reached generation after generations of students that have gone to impact the global community, from finance to the sciences to the Church. The chapter gathers for weekly large group worship in the largest classroom on campus, while small group Bible studies led by upperclassmen foster community in every freshman dorm. IV members are involved in significant outreach to the campus and the surrounding community through evangelism and service, while also learning to engage with global issues by partnering with ministries such as World Vision and International Justice Mission.
Core Values
Discipleship
We cultivate purposeful discipling relationships that allow us to pour into younger students and be poured into by older students and mentors.
Evangelism
We proclaim and live out the gospel with love and boldness, calling people to repentance, faith and new life in Jesus Christ.
Scripture
We encounter the living God through scripture and are transformed by the Holy Spirit as we read, study, teach and obey His Word.
Social Justice
We pursue personal and systemic justice that brings freedom for the captive, good news for the poor, and sets the oppressed free.
Community
We promote authentic relationships and redemptive communities marked by God's grace and truth.
Servanthood
We seek the same attitude of mind as Christ Jesus, considering the interests of others in our campus, community, and world before our own, bringing the gospel to bear on their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Prayer
We express our faith, love and dependence on God through lives of prayer and worship.
Student Leadership
We develop women and men to serve as leaders at every level of InterVarsity and ultimately for the Kingdom of God, honoring God's gifts and calling in them.
Missions
We serve God and partner with His people to extend His kingdom cross-culturally on campus and around the world.