A Home for Christian Life,
Thought, and Formation
"Come In. Sit Down. Stay Awhile."
A Christ-centered place for thoughtful faith, community, hospitality, and growth.
Located just steps from Anderson University, the Real Life House is a place of Christian study and hospitality with a particular heart for serving students and our university community.
The Real Life House exists to help people know Christ more deeply, become more like Him, and make Him known.
Everything we do—from gathering around God's Word to sharing meals, building friendships, mentoring, serving, and living life together—is intended to help cultivate that one purpose.
Shaping Life, Thought, and Calling
The university years shape more than what students know. They shape how students think, what they love, who they become, and how they understand their place in the world.
Welcome to the Real Life House
The House is open. Come by for coffee, conversation, study, community, and life together at the House.
HOUSE HOURS
- Drop In for Coffee & Conversation • 4:00–6:00 PM
- House Hours • 6:00–9:00 PM
House Hours are open to all from 6:00–9:00 PM, with drop-in coffee times from 4:00–6:00 PM.
- House Hours • 4:00–9:00 PM
- House Hours • 4:00–9:00 PM
HOST IS IN
See the sign? Come on in.
Whenever this sign is hanging, you’re welcome to drop by—even outside our regular House Hours.
REAL LIFE SUNDAYS
And You Thought You Knew Him
Discovering Jesus through the Gospel of Mark
We spend Sunday evenings walking through the Gospel of Mark—encountering Jesus as Mark presents Him and asking again the questions at the heart of the Gospel.
Bible Study • Discussion • Worship • Prayer • Fellowship
Life at the House
A place to study, gather, grow, and belong.
Study
A welcoming place to read, study, work, and think.
Community
Meals, conversations, friendships, and ordinary life together.
Formation
Bible study, mentoring, discussion, prayer, and opportunities to grow in Christ.
Hospitality
A place where students and friends can come in, sit down, and stay awhile.
Real Life
A Sunday evening gathering for Bible study, fellowship, prayer, and life together.
Bible Study • Discussion • Worship • Prayer • Fellowship
Fellows
For students who want to go deeper in Christian formation, study, and life together.
LEAD
For students seeking opportunities for leadership, service, mentoring, and ministry development.
More Life at the House
Ongoing and upcoming opportunities throughout the semester.
Lunch & Learn
Get to know some of your AU professors and staff, local pastors, ministry leaders, and others over lunch and good conversation.
Fall dates coming soon.Unhurried
A different kind of gathering — space to slow down, be present, and spend unhurried time with the Lord.
Fall dates coming soon.Mentoring
Opportunities for students who want intentional Christian encouragement, discipleship, conversation, and guidance.
Reserving Space at the House
As part of our desire to serve the Anderson University community, space at the House—or, when appropriate, the entire House—may be reserved for campus ministry small groups, Bible studies, student gatherings, meetings, and other approved special events as time and space allow.
Contact us to ask about availability.Guest Speakers & Special Seminars
Throughout the semester, we’ll bring experienced pastors, professors, ministry leaders, and others to the House for thoughtful conversations and special seminars on Christian life, theology, culture, vocation, and more. Several are already in the works for this fall.
Special seminar opportunities offered at Real Life House:
We’re excited to offer three special seminar opportunities during our very first semester—each led by gifted teachers who bring years of ministry, scholarship, and real-world experience.
Two seminars will be led by members of our own Real Life House Leadership Team:
Paul Jordan — Pastor, founder of Community Bible Institute, and longtime theology faculty member with Worldview Academy. Paul also regularly leads biblical teaching tours in Israel, Turkey, Greece, and Rome.
Dr. Channing Crisler — New Testament scholar and professor with a deep love for Scripture, the church, and helping students understand and faithfully apply God’s Word.
Our third seminar will be led by Mike Canham, a longtime seminary professor who now serves as a missionary, helping equip pastors and ministry leaders through theological education and seminary training.
Three teachers. Three special seminars at Real Life House.
We’re grateful for the remarkable opportunities God is already providing as we begin this new chapter—and we can’t wait to share more details soon!Service & Ministry Opportunities
Real Life Ministries is well connected with local churches and ministries, creating opportunities for students to serve, become involved in ministry, and engage needs throughout the community.
"Come In. Sit Down. Stay Awhile."
Whether you're looking for a place to study, a conversation, Christian community, or simply somewhere to spend a little time, you're welcome at the Real Life House.