People, not just professors
Our mentors are teachers and practitioners — pastors, scholars, and counselors — but above all they are companions. Each one is committed to knowing you, praying for you, and helping you learn and grow at the pace of your real life.
Director & Mentor in Christian Studies
Virginia leads Day Lily Education and mentors students across our Christian studies programs. A lifelong educator, she founded this community on a simple conviction: that a Christ-centered education should be shaped around each student, one person at a time.
Mentor in Theology & Christian Formation
Ruth has taught theology and spiritual formation for over twenty years. She loves helping students see the big story of Scripture and find their place in it, forming both the mind and the heart.
Mentor in Biblical Studies
Samuel guides students into the world of the Bible — its languages, history, and enduring message. He believes careful study and warm devotion belong together, and he delights in the moment a text finally “opens up” for a student.
Mentor in Ministry & Leadership
A pastor of nearly three decades, James mentors students preparing for ministry in the church, marketplace, and mission field. He’s passionate about servant leadership and the slow, faithful work of shepherding people.
Mentor in Christian Counseling & Pastoral Care
Grace accompanies students learning to care for others well. Trained in counseling and spiritual direction, she brings gentleness and depth to the work of walking with people through hard seasons.
Mentor in Christian Liberal Arts
A writer and lifelong reader, Elena helps students think deeply across history, literature, and ideas. She’s convinced that good writing and clear thinking are acts of love — and that everyone has a voice worth developing.
How mentorship works
From your very first term, you’re paired with a mentor whose background fits your goals. Mentorship at Day Lily is steady and personal — not a form to fill out, but a relationship to grow in.
