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In Scripture, women gathered daily at the well to draw the water that they and their families needed to survive and thrive. Even today in many countries in the world, the well is a gathering place for women and a source of life.

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As we have listened to the stories of women in graduate school training and in the academic and professional world, loneliness and the need for peers and mentors are frequent concerns. We hear of busy lives spent studying, working, and care-giving, often leading to isolation from interactions which could renew purpose and refresh souls. It is our prayer that time spent at will provide women with opportunities to connect with others in similar circumstances and introduce stories and insights of women creatively living for God’s Kingdom purposes.

Although is designed for women, many of the issues addressed are also faced by men. We hope men will participate in the site both as and as those who receive encouragement and counsel.

Encourage the women you work with—graduate students, faculty, professionals, and undergraduates who are thinking about academic or professional careers — to come to and find regular features that include:

: Thoughtful, in-depth articles

: Personal refections on following Christ

: Resources from God’s Word

: Questions addressed by our mentors

: Stories and words of encouragement from men

: Interviews with women gathered at The Well

We hope you and women in your ministry will join us there soon and to receive our regular electronic newsletters, which will inform you of new pieces published at .