REAL LIFE HOUSEA Study Center & Hospitality House
Fall 2026 Opening Weeks

Welcome to the Real Life House

"Come In. Sit Down. Stay Awhile."

The doors are opening this fall. Come by for coffee, conversation, study, community, and the beginning of life together at the Real Life House.

Opening Schedule

When to Come

Tuesday
4:00–6:00 PM

Drop In for Coffee & Conversation

6:00–9:00 PM

House Hours

Wednesday
4:00–9:00 PM

House Hours

Thursday
4:00–9:00 PM

House Hours

HOST IS IN, COFFEE IS ON, DROP BY NOW sign at Real Life House
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HOST IS IN
COFFEE IS ON
DROP BY NOW
ANYTIME THE HOST IS IN

See the sign? Come on in.

Whenever the “HOST IS IN • COFFEE IS ON • DROP BY NOW” sign is hanging, the House is open and you’re welcome to drop by—even outside our regular House Hours.

We’re Just Getting Started.

These are our opening House Hours for Fall 2026. As the community grows, we’ll add more House Hours, more opportunities to gather, and more life at the House. Come be part of the beginning and help shape what the Real Life House becomes.

Sunday Evenings at 7:45 PM

Opening Sundays

SEP6
Sunday • 7:45 PM

Q&A / Meet & Greet

Ice Cream Sundaes

SEP13
Sunday • 7:45 PM

Q&A / Meet & Greet

Cold Brew Coffee & Cookies

SEP20
Sunday • 7:45 PM

Real Life Nights Begin

And You Thought You Knew Him

Discovering Jesus through the Gospel of Mark

Pizza at 7:30 PM

Bible Study • Discussion • Worship • Prayer • Fellowship

OUR STORY

A New House. A Long Story.

The Real Life House is new, but ministry with Anderson University students and their families is not. For more than 30 years, we have had the privilege of walking alongside students and their families through the college years and beyond.

This fall begins a new chapter — a permanent place near campus for Christian study, hospitality, mentoring, friendship, conversation, and ordinary life together.

We’re opening gradually, and we hope students will help shape the life of the House as it grows.

Come study. Have some coffee. Ask questions. Bring a friend. Stay for a conversation. You don't need a reason or an invitation.

Come grow with us.

Leadership & Leadership Council

Our Team

The Real Life House is led by a small team of staff and a working Leadership Council who share a commitment to walking with students in faith, learning, and life together. Our team includes pastors, educators, counselors, and professionals who serve as teachers, mentors, hosts, and fellow pilgrims—seeking to model lives shaped by Scripture, prayer, hospitality, and joyful obedience to Christ.

We are grateful for a growing partnership with several members of the Worldview Academy faculty who share in the teaching, mentoring, and leadership of Real Life House.

Our team brings together pastoral experience, theological training, professional experience, and lived wisdom, but above all, a shared desire to be present and attentive. Students are not simply participants in programs, but people known by name, story, and calling, walked with patiently as they grow in Christ within a community shaped by grace and truth.

John Boyte, Director at Real Life House

John Boyte

Director

John brings decades of pastoral and campus ministry experience to Real Life House, along with a deep love for God’s Word and God’s people. His work has included pastoral leadership, college ministry, biblical counseling, teaching, and mentoring. He serves as Director of Real Life House, helping students grow in a thoughtful, deeply rooted Christian faith lived out in community.

Mike Settle, Faith & Calling Mentorship Advisor at Real Life House

Mike Settle

Faith & Calling Mentorship Advisor

Mike is a Christian businessman with extensive experience in real estate development and a long history of investing in young adults. He has a particular gift for helping students think faithfully about vocation, calling, and the decisions that shape adult life. Mike serves on the Senior Leadership Council and leads Real Life House’s work in faith and calling mentorship.

Sherri Settle, Hospitality Advisor & Mentor at Real Life House

Sherri Settle

Hospitality Advisor & Mentor

Sherri has invested in young adults for many years through hospitality, teaching, Bible study, and mentorship. She is especially gifted at creating welcoming spaces where meaningful relationships can grow and at mentoring young women as they navigate faith, relationships, vocation, and calling. Sherri serves as Hospitality Advisor & Mentor and on the Senior Leadership Council.

Dell Cook, Senior Leadership Council & Instructor at Real Life House

Dell Cook

Senior Leadership Council & Instructor

Dell is a Senior Teaching Fellow in Theology with Worldview Academy and has spent many years helping students develop a thoughtful and deeply rooted Christian faith. He brings experience in classical education, theology, teaching, and Christian formation to Real Life House. Dell serves on the Senior Leadership Council and as an instructor and mentor.

Recommended Podcast

Worldview Academy Quickcast

Worldview Academy Quickcast is a new podcast hosted by Dell Cook, featuring thoughtful worldview content, encouraging biblical teaching, and timely contemporary commentary.

We highly recommend it!

Listen to the Quickcast →
Paul Jordan, Senior Leadership Council & Pastor-Mentor at Real Life House

Paul Jordan

Senior Leadership Council & Pastor-Mentor

Paul is a pastor and Theology Teaching Fellow with Worldview Academy. His ministry combines pastoral care, theological teaching, and a love for helping people understand and live the Christian faith. Paul serves on the Senior Leadership Council and contributes to Real Life House as a pastor, mentor, and teacher.

Dr. Channing Crisler, Senior Leadership Council & Instructor at Real Life House

Dr. Channing Crisler

Senior Leadership Council & Instructor

Channing is a New Testament scholar, professor, author, and teacher with a particular passion for helping students understand Scripture deeply and faithfully. He holds a Ph.D. in New Testament Studies from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and has written extensively in biblical and theological studies. Channing serves on the Senior Leadership Council and as an instructor at Real Life House.

"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.

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