Rev. Daryl Richman begins evangelistic work at the University of Virginia, which results in a number of students converting to faith in Jesus Christ.

Under Daryl Richman’s leadership, a group of faculty and townspeople rent a house on Elliewood Avenue where they hosted lectures, fellowship meetings, and other events for UVA students.

The organization formally incorporates under the name University Christian Ministries, Inc. (UCM) and buys a 1920s house on Chancellor Street.

The Center continues under Executive Director David Turner (far right) through his development of both summer and year-long programs designed to educate lay people in theological training. Additional founders also pictured: Daryl Richman, Drew Trotter, and Ken Elzinga (left to right).

Drew Trotter, an early leader of University Christian Ministries, returns to the Center for Christian Study as the Executive Director.

The Center expands its building with a 5,000 square-foot addition.

The Center for Christian Study begins the Elzinga Residential Scholars Program. Initially an undergraduate male residential program, it expanded to add women in the Yellow House next door to the Study Center.

Rush Hospitality begins at the Study Center as a way to minister to its Greek neighbors on Chancellor Street and care for women upon their return to Grounds for sorority recruitment.

The Study Center hosts a groundbreaking ceremony to kick off another expansion project at 128 Chancellor Street. Pictured: Drew Trotter, Bill Wilder, and David Turner (left to right).

The Study Center opens its newly renovated and expanded home, complete with an additional 7,000 square-feet.

The Study Center celebrates fifty years of ministry. The April gathering reunites almost 300 friends of the ministry at 128 Chancellor Street to celebrate the Lord’s faithfulness to the ministry.

The Center for Christian Study remains focused on training the new generation in historic, biblical Christianity, in wise discussion of Truth, and in the juncture of culture and faith.