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Wheelersburg Plans New Building

The Wheelersburg Baptist Church unveiled plans for a new auditorium on their 109th Anniversary. The church was organized on Sunday afternoon, A pril 9,1878, into an autonomous, independent Baptist church. The first structure (to be replaced) was built that summer, and is still used as the auditorium today. The first addition was added in 1949, and the second was completed in 1959. The educational building was dedicated in 1976. Wheelersburg Baptist Church has a rich heritage and looks forward to a great future. Max K. McCullough is the Pastor. First Brunswick Mortgage Burning 30th Anniversary

Fire Destroys Scioto Hills Dining Hall Bill Hollens, Pastor Wright, Don Matheny, Pastor Steve Lantz, Ron Gosnell, Bill Brock.

On Sunday, December 7,1986, First Baptist Church celebrated thirty years of ministry in Brunswick, Ohio. The First Baptist Church of Medina, under the ministry o f Rev. Ken Smelser, saw a vision for Brunswick, back in 1956, and began the first fundamental work in the community. During the past thirty years, five full-time pastors have minis­ tered there, including their present pastor, Rev. Steven Lantz. Dr. and Mrs. Brock were special guests for this occasion, along with Dr. and Mrs. Lyle Anderson and family from Cedarville College, who provided special music throughout the day. A luncheon was served following the morning services for all those in attendance, Kitchen Area Dining Hall followed by an afternoon “Anniversary and Mortgage Burning Service." The church burned the mortgages on the parsonage and on the newested addition to the church G od makes no mistakes! The Lord giveth who was doing some volunteer dozer work, building—a 400-seat sanctuary, classrooms, and offices. Rev. Donald Matheny, under and the Lord taketh away, blessed be the jumped on his dozer and pushed the tank whose ministry this addition was constructed, was present to share memories o f his name of the Lord. Some say, “What a away from the building. ministry here. Also present was W illiam Hollen, the church's first pastor, and two for­ tragedy!", others say, “ W hat bad luck!” But As it was being pushed away, the valve mer interim pastors—Kenneth Nelson and Albert Johnson—who all shared in the after­ we know God knows and cares about the came off, releasing a cloud of gas which noon's activities. needs o f Scioto Hills. moved toward the burning dining hall. The pastor and people o f First Baptist Church wholeheartedly say, “T o G od be the George jumped off, leaving the dozer to Glory, Great Things He Hath Done!” Tuesday, March 17, began as any other push the tank into the hillside, where it day on the reservation. However, as the ignited and formed a natural torch, which Storms were finishing up their noon meal, shot out over the dozer for over an hour. Two paddleboats, five teepees, life jackets, a great responsibility to help Brad Rickard came tearing down the drive When the fire department finally arrived, sports equipment, cleaning supplies and him, as this is his livelihood.) in the truck screaming, “Call the fire de­ their main concern was the propane tank much more were destroyed. 4. Need o f a walk-in cooler. partment, the dining hall is on fire!" and the possibility of explosion. By this Please pray for: As Gary ran to the top o f the hill, flames time, the dining hall was totalled. Nothing 1. Wisdom in building a new dining hall It is our present goal to have the camp were coming out the gable end. His first was saved despite the efforts of five fire 2. Need of good used restaurant ready for operation by the first week of concern was to move a 200 gallon propane departments. Many items were stored in equipment summer camp. If you can help in any way, tank that was right near the building. As he the building for the winter, besides the loss 3. The immediate repair or replacement please call G ary Storm at 614-778-2273. ran for the tractor, Mr. George McClure, of all the kitchen and dining equipment. of George McClure’s dozer. (We feel Thank you for your prayers. ft 2 THE OHIO INDEPENDENT BAPTIST-APRIL, 1987 —Know Your—i The Representative’s — Council-----' o ' ■ S p o t# Roland Globig Chairman Approval M any o f you reading are aware that prayer has been one o f my main interests over the Committee years. As a pastor, it was number one in priority and practice in our local church. Thirty years in the Ohio Association of Without prayer, no Christian, no pastor, no church will go anywhere except what can Regular Baptist Churches. That is the re­ be accomplished by human effort. cord of Pastor Roland Globig of Bible Bap­ tist Church, North Madison, Ohio. And all W e live in a day and in a country that even with many Christians, prayer is a last effort. of those years have been at one church, Everything else comes first and, for some reason, prayer never gets any easier. I just Bible Baptist. came from a series o f meetings where much prayer was offered and much prayer was Pastor Globig’s ministry has all been in “But my God shall supply all your need needed. But someone said something that caused me encouragement and introspec­ Ohio. Previous to North Madison, he pas- according to his riches in glory by Christ tion. That statement was “I knew that prayer was necessary throughout the night but tored Albany Baptist Church, Albany, Jesus” somehow I could not pray but the Lord continually through the night brought to my Ohio, and South Canaan Baptist Church, mind hymns that ministered to my need.” There are times we need to pray but it does The folks at Bible Baptist have made two Athens, Ohio. At that time, these two trips possible for the Globigs. In 1969 they not come easily but the Holy Spirit brings “songs in the night." churches were independent but are now had the privilege of visiting Baptist Mid­ part o f the O.A.R.B.C. He began his minis­ I do teach on prayer (but only when requested to do so by the pastor). But the more I Missions missionaries in the Mexico City try at North Madison in September 1956. teach and the more I study on prayer does not make it any easier to pray or to take the area and in 1982, they spent several days in He shares with you his testimony: Jordan with Baptist Mid-Missions mis­ time to pray. Somehow we forget so easily. “I was saved in October 1944 while a sionaries with the trip including Israel and senior in high school. Shortly after Prayer is highlighted, available and, in some churches, “pushed," but we still seem to Egypt. They consider these trips a special that I felt God’s call to full-time service not be able to encourage people to take advantage o f the opportunity. I have said on blessing. but the Arm y interferred for two years. some occasions that if the government ruled that we no longer could assemble for the Pastor G lobig speaks o f his aim and de­ While attending Michigan State Col­ purpose o f prayer, we would have more secret prayer meetings than ever before. For sire, including the present day need: lege in 1948,1 yielded myself to the some reason, when you take something away, you want it more than ever. I wonder why “To be a faithful pastor with a shep­ Lord in my dorm room and enrolled herd's heart. T o lead my people out o f this is true? next fall at National Bible Institute a discouraged slump, caused by the in New York City. While there, God con­ loss o f many families out of work In this issue o f the O.I.B. you have triumph and tragedy and all spectrum in between. firmed my call to the pastorate and and moving away to find employ­ The destroying by fire of the dining hall at Scioto Hills is a tragedy (at least humanly gave me my wife to share that service. I m ent” speaking). It disrupts schedules, plans, and no doubt will cause temporary means to be have never doubted that call to this This is his first opportunity to serve on the needed that will not be convenient. We would question but God will not. day.” Council of 12. He speaks of the Associa­ Pastor and Mrs. Globig have been mar­ tion: Y ou ’ll see in this issue the triumph o f a new church. Fellowship Baptist o f Dublin. ried for 36 years. Mrs. Globig teaches piano “I believe we have one o f the finest Here is a beginning. But in this triumph will be seen many challenges. Yes, even some in the home, serves as Sunday School sec­ fellowships among pastors o f any state problems. What about a building, additional people, finances? You see, the tragedy retary, and handles all visitation and Sun- around us. The absence o f competition and the triumph will have some o f the same needs and the same negatives. dday School attendance records at the and jealousy makes for sweet fellow­ church. She also is the bookkeeper for Bap­ ship, which is what I have enjoyed We often will pray more and better for tragedies than triumphs. We will be thankful tist Bible Institute of Cleveland. The Glo- in my 30 years in our Association. for triumph but should we be thankful for tragedies? So here is a suggestion for prayer - bigs have four children: David, Wendell, The recent state Conference was ex­ but prayer must be specific, for God cannot answer general praying. The first prayer for Roger, and Renee, all married. They have cellent especially the messages by both is for wisdom for those involved. Most prayer must find the answer in individuals. nine grandchildren. some o f our younger pastors. M y own Possibly this is the reason some prayers are so slow in being answered. The one who is Since 1971, Pastor Globig has been Dean heart was challenged." the answer is not keen to the H oly Spirit's direction or if they are, refuse to be the answer. o f the Baptist Bible Institute o f Cleveland. Serving on the Council o f 12 may be an There is need to pray for specific needs o f plans, building, material, workers, and, of He has served as treasurer of Camp Patmos honor and privilege, but it is also a respon­ course, (bad word) money. (In both the tragedy and the triumph.) and for several years as chairman of The sibility and takes time. Pastor G lobig this Northeast Regular Baptist Fellowship. first time serves as chairman o f the A p ­ Some w ill pray, some will not. It seems that our personal interest and often involve­ Pastor G lobig attended M ichigan State proval Committee, which deals with those ment governs what we pray about. But I do believe that both the camp and the church College, National Bible Institute, and Pied­ groups seeking approval of the Associa­ and other articles that pertain to the Lord’s work would appreciate and maybe even mont Bible College. tion. expect others to be praying for them. His favorite Bible verse is Philippians Pray for your Council o f 12 and specific­ 4:19: ally for Pastor Roland Globig.

But be careful. Prayer often leads to participation, and that might mean giving - of time - talent - but usually, in most cases, money.. So possibly one had better not pray! THE OHIO INDEPENDENT BAPTIST

G od often puts us in the middle, doesn’t He? But G od never puts us out o f His love or OFFICIAL 0RGAN-0HI0 ASSOCIATION OF REGULAR BAPTIST CHURCHES His grace. It may be the wrong emphasis but the Psalmist did say, “no good thing will EDITORIAL OFFICES: God withhold from them that walk uprightly." Prayer is part of “walking upright­ Published: Eight Issues Yearly Box No. 28221, Columbus, Ohio 43228 THE OHIO ASSOCIATION OF Rates of Subscription: $3.00 per year; l y ’’ REGULAR BAPTIST CHURCHES $7.25 for three years. OFFICE OF PUBLICATION I have no great ending for this column. I sought the Lord’s direction and began to write The Ohio Independant Baptist is printed at Central STAFF Ohio Printing Co., 30 S. Oak St.. London. Ohio Editor - Thus the above paragraphs. I was seriously thinking about writing about missions, 43140. SECOND CLASS POSTAGE paid at London. Women’s Editor William A. Brock, but, o f course, prayer is the key for this also. Ohio 43140. POSTMASTER: Please send Form 3579 to Mrs. Susan Hayes P.O. Box 28221 9184 T.R. 301 Rt. 1 The Ohio Independent Baptist Columbus, Ohio 43228 Millersburg, Ohio 44654 Box. No. 28221. Columbus, Ohio 43228. Ph (614)771-0464 Ph (216)674-4214 Don’t forget, Paul admonished to the Corinthians, “Y e also helpers together by prayer....” COUNCIL OF TWELVE Chairman Vice Chairman Secretary Treasurer Could it be possibly that the O.I.B. is a guide to prayer just as you read the reports, Paul Jackson (87) Robert Barrett (88) William Davis (88) William Abernathy (87) articles, and items o f interest? Paul also wrote, “ In everything by prayer..." Grace Baptist Faith Baptist Bible Baptist Immanuel Baptist Box 12 Box 308 20 Avalon Avenue 3417 Palmetto at Derrer Rd. Cedarville, Ohio 45314 Amherst, Ohio 44001 Bedford, Ohio 44146 Columbus, Ohio 43204 We need to be obedient to pray. That’s really all God asks. . Youth Chairman Assistant Youth Program Chairman Education Chairman Max McCullough (88) David Culver (89) Richard Pettitt (87) Bradley Quick (89) Wheelersburg Baptist Calvary Baptist First Baptist First Baptist Box 224 1450 Troy Rd. 1635 Fostoria Ave. Box 929 Wheelersburg. Ohio 45694 Delaware, Ohio 43015 Findlay, Ohio 45840 Elyria, Ohio 44036 DEATH - Dr. Gordon Shipp Missions Chairman Approval Chairman Adopt-A-Church Chairman H. ,‘Gus” Guthrie (89) Tony Beckett (89) Roland Globig (87) John Moosey (88) Riley Creek Baptist Faith Baptist Bible Baptist Whipple Avenue Baptist Dr. Gordon Shipp, President o f Faith Baptist College and Seminary, died suddenly after R 1-4950 T.R. 27 9890 State Rt. 43 5819 West Chapel Rd. 191 Whipple Ave. N.W. Bluffton, Ohio 45817 a heart attack on Thursday, March 26th. Funeral service was held Monday, March Streetsboro, Ohio 44241 N. Madison. Ohio 44057 Canton, Ohio 44708 30th. APRIL, 1987, THE OHIO INDEPENDENT BAPTIST 3 Recognition Council Fellowship - Dublin Don Parvin To Calvary, Byesville Brother Parvin is not a stranger to Ohio. Since 1976, he has been an assistant pro­ fessor o f Bible at Cedarville College. Dur­ Tuesday, March 3. 1987, a “ Recognition Regular Baptist Churches. Rev. Tom Wright ing that time, he was also director of the Council” was conducted for the FELLOW ­ Memorial Baptist Church, Columbus, serv­ Pastoral Internship Program. SHIP BAPTIST CHURCH OF DUBLIN ed as moderator of the council, and Rev. by pastors and messengers from seventeen He is a graduate of King’s College and Timothy Kenoyer, Maranatha Baptist Church, independent Baptist Churches in Colum­ Faith Theological Seminary. Before com­ Columbus, served as council clerk. bus and the surrounding area. The rep­ ing to Cedarville, he served pastorates in resentative churches are in fellowship with Ogden, Pennsylvania, Columbus, Ohio, Unanimous approval and recognition the General Association of Regular Bap­ and Tonawanda, New York. During his was given by the council to the Fellowship tist Churches. Cedarville ministry, he also served as in­ Baptist Church of Dublin with only a few terim pastor in Cincinnati, Xenia, and minor suggestions given to strengthen or The purpose of the council was to ex­ Greenville, Ohio. amine the new local church's organization­ clarify some procedural areas. The council Mrs. Parvin has taught in public and al documents such as the Church Coven­ gave strong commendation to the pastor, Christian schools and part time at Cedar­ ant, Articles of Fath, and Constitution to deacons, and members for their work. ville College. The Parvins have two chil­ determine if the church is a duly organized Sunday afternoon, April 26,1987 has been dren: Don o f Elyria and Susan M cCoy o f independent Baptist Church as it seeks set aside for a formal “ Recognition Service” Pastor Donald Parvin Xenia. They have three grandchildren. local fellowship with the Ohio Association to give a Scriptural charge to the church February 15 was the official beginning for Brother Parvin presently serves on the o f Regular Baptist Churches, and national and pastor for encouragement to the lo­ Rev. Donald Parvin as pastor of Calvary Board o f the Association o f Baptists for fellowship with the General Association of cal congregation. Baptist Church of Byesville, Ohio World Evangelism.

Pastor and Mrs. Reed 25th Anniversary On January 26,188 a torch was lit.. tj T h e J p E ' ®£ Ohio/tlfsued a charter for Cedarville (^ f jH p V o r eight years, five godly men envisioned a cdicatetjj^training Christian young people in a fmmfevTOrk. Graciously, God turned their dfcsire irrima beacon o f light. The&p'a visionaries were certain that Cedarville College was an institution for their times. In their words, “ Culture o f the mind without the nurture and growth o f spiritual life is a mistake... accordingly the Bible is the textbook o f our college.” Pastor & Mrs. Reed

First Baptist Church, Niles, honored Pas­ tor and Mrs. G. Ben Reed with a surprise party after the evening service, December 14th for their 25th wedding anniversary. During this time o f fellowship, the Reeds were presented, along with other gifts, a tea One hundred years later this torch, their vision, is service from the deacons and their wives. still being carried. Although Cedarville became a Attending this special occasion were some Baptist college in 1953, our founders’ purpose — to of their family from Akron. offer an education consistent with Biblical truth — is still a guiding light for us today. This,purpose, just as vital for the 1980’s as it was for the 1880’s, reflects the need fora foundation on which to stand in a rapidly changing world. Our students ..receive, excellent career preparation, but they need rhore than vocational training. W e must equip them for life, grounding tliejjr in the changeless Truths of Scripture. •" V " ' W^ith thi^ torch in hand, shining brighter than ever Jaeforp,) move abejukirito a second century — a future lit with opportunities to share Christ with a lost • Serving churches World, to equip His saints, to strengthen His church. W e move ahead, faithful to God’s living Word, • Promoting missions confident in His preserving grace. Cedarville College. Celebrating 100 years in • Localizing support Christian higher education. /

/ WRITE OR CALL 100 Dr. V. Ben Kendrick • Accredited Baptist liberal arts college • Over 40 areas of study CEDARVILLE BAPTIST MID-MISSIONS • Worldwide Christian Ministries 7749 Webster Rd. P.O. Box 308011 • 1800 students from 45 states COLLEGE Cleveland, Ohio 44130-8011 • Financial aid available 1 8 8 7 - 1 9 8 7 216/826-3930 / Cedarville College, Box 601, Cedarville, OH 45314 (513)766-2211 / mmmMmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmdbmmm—rnmmm 4 THE OHIO INDEPENDENT BAPTIST-APRIL, 1987 OARBC WOMEN’S cWon(an,§ SPRING le RALLY Susan Hayes-Women’s Editor Tuesday April 21, 1987 10:00 A.M. Memorial Baptist Church 2435 Eakin Rd. Dr. & Mrs. Dennis Sullivan Columbus, Ohio Mrs. Merle Brock (April is a busy month for the women of our OARB churches. Now that Winter is officially over, many of us are looking forward to attending the Spring Rally in Columbus. Area Fellowships will be meeting as "Be Ready to Every Good Work" well. This month's feature, written by Mrs. Marge Odor, is pertinent in The OARBC Women's Missionary officers are looking forward to April 21, 1987, that many have graciously given to help meet the financial goals of anticipating ladies from all over the the state o f Ohio to meet at Mem orial Baptist previous state projects. As you refresh yourself with what has been Church, 2435 Eakin Road, in Columbus. done in the “past,” accept my invitation to be an active part of the Activities begin at 10 a.m. Mrs. M erle Brock, wife o f our State Representative, will be “present." I hope to see you in Columbus.) speaking on “ Hearts Ready to Pray." Mrs. Brock is an experienced speaker. She serves as secretary to her husband and travels extensively with him. She is the mother of Mrs. Marge Odor six children. Dear Ladies o f Ohio: Dr. Dennis Sullivan and his wife, Barbara, will be speaking in the afternoon session. I thought it would be o f interest and encouragement to you to hear an update o f our They will address “Hearts Ready To Service." The Sullivans are presently members of state projects for the past few years; how monies were used and if and how the items we Washington Heights Baptist Church. They are called to serve in Haiti. Dr. Sullivan is a helped purchase are being used today. Let's begin with the project which began in 1980. talented surgeon with extensive medical training and experience. Mrs. Sullivan plans At that time we had only one project each year and it was always one within the state o f to be actively involved in establishing a missionary children's school. The Sullivans Ohio. It was not until 1982 that we diversified to also include an out-of-state or foreign have three daughters: Julie, Jennie, and Joy. missionary project. Note how offerings have increased since that time. The project year The annual election o f officers for ’87-'88 term will be held. Each church is to appoint runs from April to April. BM M refers to Baptist Mid-Missions; EBM to Evangelical three voting messengers. The Attendance Banner will be presented to the largest group Baptist Missions; CAR to Central African Republic. from the Area Fellowships. 1 9 8 0 - 81 - Baptist Children’s Home & Family Ministries, Springfield $2,237 The projects for this year are the Bible Institute in Mali, Africa, and Skyview Ranch in (Office equipment) A desk, typewriter, calculator and miscellaneous small items were Millersburg. Offerings to help meet the goal o f $5,000 may be sent to: Shirley Friend, purchased which are still in active use today. 937 Ohio Avenue, McDonald, OH 44437. 1 9 8 1 - 82 - Skyview Ranch, Millersburg (Mattresses) $2,081 A nursery will be provided and mothers are asked to bring a lunch for their children, 1 9 8 2 - 83 - Camp Patmns, Kelleys Island (Dishwasher-sanitizer) $1,500 as they will be taken care of during the noon hour. - Laird Memorial Project, Ippy, CAR, BMM 1,500 Total The new Patmos water system is now completed and in operation at a total cost of $3,000 $82,000. W ith our gift and those from other sources, indebtedness for the system now A used dishwasher-sanitizer was purchased for Patmos at a cost o f $1,700. Fifteen stands at $38,000. N o more dry showers, ladies! racks run on a conveyer-type apparatus, each rack stopping for 60 seconds within the Our final report concerns the furniture for the hospital being built in Natore, unit where the dishes are sprayed with hot, chemically-treated water under high pre­ Bangladesh. W hen this project was taken on, plan- sailed for the bed units to be built ssure from a rotating propeller. As the hot dishes move out, they air-dry almost instan­ on site from local materials and by resident laborers. The units would have been some­ tly. The appliance is operating well and processes tableware for about 37,500 meals what crude but common in that country. However, just prior to the presentation o f our per season. gift last April, it was learned that proper stainless steel, fully adjustable hospital beds The building project at Ippy is not completed but the work o f medical missions goes had become available from a hospital in Georgia which was refurbishing its quarters. on, nonetheless. The latest report in hand from maternity is for the year 1985: Mothers The $2,800 we contributed enabled BM M to purchase these beds. Through many o f delivered, 371; Babies born, 375!; Pre-natal visits, 1,588; “ Under 5's" clinic visits, 2,833; God's people and a Christian shipping firm, the units were transported almost without and Maternity professions, 37. Praise the Lord! charge to the port in Dhaka. The beds are now in Bangladesh waiting to be installed in 1983- 84 - Scioto Hills Camp, Wheelersburg (Commercial range) $1,500 hospital wards. God is able to do more than we ask or think! - Bibles International, BMM (Computer for Chad, Africa) 3,310 Space does not permit me to include the kind words ofgratitude from these agencies to Total you ladies for your gracious gifts. My personal thanks to Sallie McElwain and the $4,810 many others who contributed information for this article. The $1,500 given covered the cost completely of a 72"X29"X34,/2'' Comstock-Castle The conclusion o f our 1986-87 project for the water heaters for Skyview Ranch and stove and grill for Scioto Hills. The two units include six burners, a 24"X35" grill and study books for the Bible Institute o f the Bend, M ali, W. Africa. EBM, is just around the two ovens which are used to prepare approximately 17,400 meals per year. corner! Hurry your “dime bank" offerings to our state treasurer, and don’t forget to con­ Our gift to Bibles International was used for computers to produce the Sara Mad- tinue to pray for the above-mentioned ministries. In this way you will truly be "W omen jingaye New Testament for Chad. Last fall the first copies o f the new edition were being of Excellence." read and studied eagerly by young people in the Sarh Christian camp. God had Love you all, arranged unusually safe trucking for the 5,000 copies at no cost. The first edition o f the Marge Odor Sara Madjingaye N T helped Chadian believers through severe persecution in the early 70s. Committed Christians suffered martyrdom rather than submit to pagan initiation (Mrs. Odor, wife of Pastor Frank Odor, together have served Ohio churches since 1955. They presently serve the rites. This revision is being distributed in the Chad during new pressure from the Lord at Vienna Baptist Church, Vienna, Ohio. Marge was born and raised near Oberlin, and accepted Christ as government for all citizens to undergo those same pagan tribal rites. Saviour at the age of 12. She is a graduate of Moody Bible Institute and Houghton College in New York. She also 1984- 85 - Biptist Children’s Home & Family Ministries, Springfield attended the Oberlin Conservatory of Music. She has held offices in the Hebron and West Moriah Fellowships. (Used automobile for director) $2,100 She served two terms as vice-president of the Ohio WMU, and one term as president. She currently is active in - Baptist Bible College of Indianapolis, IN, BMM 2,100 the music ministry of her church, teaches piano, sings in the Warren Community Chorus, and serves as news cor­ Total respondent for three organizations. Mrs. Odor has two sons and one grandchild.) $4,200 A 77 Chrysler at the cost o f $2,200 served the BCH director well for 60,000 miles until its demise in an accident. Built by a cabinet maker who also serves on the faculty, the check-out counter for the BBCI library is a 10’X1WX3’ wood cabinet with an inlaid woodgrain tile countertop Mrs. Myrtle Thompson, Director with adjustable shelving on the back side for storage. The materials cost $375 and labor Miss Sallie McElwain, Assistant Director was donated. The remaining $1,725 was used to purchase about 287 theology, missions, church growth, and Bible reference books for the library at an average cost of $6 per Project ideas and instructions • Program speakers volume including a 40% discount. The school has nearly 80 students this semester and Missionary skits • White Cross (Medical) projects will be graduating their first Bachelor's degree (B R E ) class o f four this spring. Eighty- Personal missionary project lists • Prayer requests five percent of the students are black Americans or of ethnic origin, several preparing to Program ideas • General information and assistance be pastors. Missionary cupboard suggestions • Illustrated missionary stories 1985- 86 - Camp Patmos, Kelleys Island (Water system) $2,800 • W O M E N A N D M ISSIONS (Bimonthly newsbulletin) -'Allan E. Lewis Christian Hospital, Bangladesh, BMM Baptist Mid-Missions (20 or more complete patient bed units) 2,800 7749 Webster Rd./P.O. Box 308011/Cleveland, Ohio 44130-8011 Total (216)826-3930 $5,600 APRIL, 1987, THE OHIO INDEPENDENT BAPTIST 5 Retreat Reflections the book store which we have come to really by Barbara Williams, Retreat Chairman appreciate. Thank you, Alberta Carr and Cedarville College, for all the work in haul­ On Thursday morning, March 19, ladies ing it there for us. of all ages arrived at beautiful Salt Fork State Park lodge to attend the Spring After hearing of the loss of the dining O.A.R.B.C. Women’s Retreat. There were room and kitchen at Scioto Hills, ladies 128 ladies from 28 GARB churches in the from one o f the churches made a 4 ft. X 18 state, the oldest being 81 and the youngest in. card with praying hands, a saw, ham­ will be a bride in the spring. It was interest­ mer, wrench, and scripture verses on it. ing to see how many were “first timers” as Each o f the ladies at the retreat signed their well as those who enjoy the retreats so name and church. Then it was suggested we much they have attended many through take an offering to send to Gary and Nancy How is Sunday evening service attendance in your church? Let's be a bit more per­ the years. to show them our love in a tangible way. We sonal. Do you attend Sunday evening service? Norma Nulph, who works among the are pleased to announce that $300 was given In our last issue o f "The Encourager” (a bi-monthly paper printed for our pastors), we black people in Cleveland, gave us power­ in the offering and then another $100 was challenged pastors to give some attention to Sunday evening service attendance, even ful messages from II Corinthians, using the added after the bills were paid. Praise the suggesting that they conduct a survey to find out why people do not attend the Sunday theme "The God Who Is...Deliverance, Lord! evening service. Guidance, and Victory.” She also gave her Over the years, denominational churches have worked on the assumption (I assume testimony, telling of a childhood with Our six fellowship circles, with 20 ladies in from statistics) that only 50% o f their members will attend service at any one time, not drinking parents, no love, and hating school. each group, scattered throughout the build­ considering Easter and possibly Christmas. So when architects planned auditoriums But at age 19, she was saved and life began ing, was a time o f making new friends and for these churches, they plan for 50-60% attendance. to change and her parents eventually were then praying by twos. This was done both Fundamental churches would usually build facilities larger than present mem-' saved also. W e again thank Norm a for the Thursday and Friday mornings and many bership for they expect growth and I assume some faithfulness and commitment on the blessing she was to us and the challenge to expressed what a blessing it was. Our clos­ part of their people. But, here again, plans are usually based on Sunday morning do more for Jesus. ing for the retreat was a big friendship circle attendance. Suzie Furl from Bethel Baptist, Warren, all around the room. Many gave short tes­ Again, it comes down to the question to those who are part o f a local church on why and her pastor’s wife, Mary DeBoer, gave timonies of praise to God, we sang our Sunday evening attendance is not important. (We could meddle and go the next step us many beautiful solo and duet numbers. benediction and then, with hugs o f Chris­ and ask to take a look at Wednesday evening attendance.) A choir o f about twenty ladies also sang. A tian love for each other, the retreat was Do born-again believers need more than one service a week? Be personal. Can you special thanks goes to Mary Ellen Lincer of officially over. just attend one service a week and be spiritually satisfied? Are Sunday and Wednesday Cedar Hill, Cleveland, for doing the big job evening services necessary and important? If so, just for a few or select or the o f the registrar and Margaret Canterbury But certainly not forgotten. It was a beauti­ "hyperspiritual”? Or are Sunday evening services just a tradition? from Calvary, Lancaster, for being our sec­ ful time of learning, praising, praying, mak­ The Word, study, and fellowship are all necessary to spiritual life, growth, and retary. A special thanks to the ladies o f ing new friends, relaxing and wondering maturity. Can this be accomplished with just attending Sunday morning service or Calvary, Delaware, and especially Alice about the family back home. I thoroughly Sunday School and the morning service? Which brings up another beginning fact. Yeager for lovely table decorations. Also, enjoyed it all, and thank you each one for Many churches are having difficulty getting adults to come to Sunday School. One o f the retreat would not be complete without being there. the most frequent questions asked me is “W hat can I do to get adults interested in Sun­ day School?” Special music for the afternoon was pro­ Many will say that Sunday evening is not important because o f busyness, visiting vided by Lois Beachler and Marilyn Mal- family and relatives, etc. These are usually given as reasons for non attendance. But can AREA MEETINGS com representing the Grace Baptist Church o f this really be the reason? Is it a spiritual problem o f lack o f interest or interest in Westerville. Decorations were provided by WEST MORIAH spiritual things? Are Sunday evenings profitable and well-planned?This, too, could be ladies of the Clintonville Baptist Church. Seventy-nine women representing the an honest consideration. Each lady was encouraged to take a small, West Moriah Missionary Fellowship held As a pastor, I did observe some truths about attendance at services. I remember magnetic heart as a reminder o f the love o f their Winter luncheon meeting at the Clin- specifically a family in which mother and children came to Sunday School and morn­ our Lord Jesus Christ. tonville Women’s Club, February 12, 1987 ing service. The father came only to morning service. As the children grew up and had at 11:30 a.m. families o f their own, the same pattern became evident. Never attending on Sunday Mrs. Marcia Elmore, President of the As each lady arrived, she was instructed to evening or Wednesday evening. The girls came to Sunday School and the morning OARBC Missionary Union, was guest meet two new ladies, and learn at least two service. The boys as adults only attended the morning service. speaker for the meeting. She spoke on the new things about each one. Barbara W il­ Dear reader, your children will follow your example. Carry this thinking through and Christian woman's need for a stronger liams opened the meeting by asking for consider the drop out rates from children to adults and it will not be long that Sunday sense o f personal worth and acceptance of people to stand whose names began with morning services will be all that most members o f a fundamental church attend. Sad oneself as complete (and genuine). She each o f the letters o f the word, "H EARTS." commentary on the Word o f God and some believers' interest. Possibly in some instan­ concluded her message with the thought o f These ladies introduced those who they met ces, a sad commentary on churches and pastors. earlier and what they learned about each God wanting women to stand for Him, In thinking o f attendance, business meetings o f churches also have a problem. Are one. Mrs. W illiams then read I John 4:7-11 train children, serve in churches, their you aware that in some churches the business o f the church is being accomplished by homes, and communities. and led in prayer. less than 50% o f the so-called active membership? Church By-laws have a quorum The next West Moriah meeting is sched­ clause. Some By-laws state a given number such as "25,50,100." As membership grows, uled for Tuesday, May 19, 1987. the quorum clause is not changed. Pastors tell me that they have given up on a quorum OARBC Women’s (even though that is not legal) for they just do the business with the people present. Missionary Union Officers CANTON Again, this could be an indication o f interest, procedure, or organization, but another sad commentary on our interest and maybe even our involvement. The Canton Area Women's Missionary You cannot legislate righteousness. But it is interesting to see churches define “ active President: Mrs. Marcia Elmore Fellowship will meet April 28,1987 at Plea­ members." Some church By-laws state that a person is an active member who attends 1283 Overlook Drive sant Hill Baptist Church, Smithville, Ohio. “one or two services in a six-month period." I rather believe that is a loose definition o f Norton, Ohio 44203 The meeting will begin at 10:00 a.m. A nur­ active. You can see what that would do with a quorum clause based on a percentage Phone:216-825-3228 sery will be provided. of the “active members present." Few churches could legally do business. 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Pete8ry t D O W E R E C E IV E Y O U R S? - Evangelistic meetings with Norm Sharbaugh Apr. - Easter Cantata Mar. - Special o’ *Dr. C COSHOCTON Radio Bib^ Highlights C alvary -Film: "U'lque Mar. - Pastor Barkley retired/Farewell Party for Pastor - Joe & Noifaior AKRON BOWLING GREEN & Mrs. Barkley GALLOWAY Brown Street Robert Kuhns, pastor First Philip Vine, pastor -Jerry Buining, missionary to Israel Alton Road Thi Spaghetti Dinner with Esly Patch, Way-Out Prison Mar. Mar. - Stewart Cuthbertson - Ray Will Feb. - John TW Ministry B R O O K PA R K CUYAHOGA FALLS - Valentine en C; David Knudson, pastor - Brunch with Marilyn Pitzer, BMM missionary to M id-B ro ok Graham Road Larry Engle, pastor Sweethea Venezuela Feb. - Family Skate Night Feb. - Stewardship Banquet Mar. - Larry He! - Andrew & Ruth Bishop, EBM to Italy and Randy Mar. - Stephen Mortimer Family, missionaries to - Chums Mother/Daughter Dinner - Progress! Laase, BMM to Chad Columbia, S.A. F irs t Ernest Bloom, pastor -All-church Skating Party - Choir Pot1 BRUNSWICK - Began Dobson film series, ‘Turn Your Hearts Mar. - Missionary Conference/Banquet/Luncheons, 'The GRAFTON Mar. First Steven Lantz, pastor Toward Home” Last Hour: Sufficient Grace for Insufficient M id view Feb. ■ Rev. Larry Czerniak, camp ministry - Young People's Mystery Banquet Laborers for an Insurmountable Task" Feb. -3rd Anne !,liDe - Family Ski Outing at Brandywine H ig h v iew Joseph Chapman, pastor DAYTON Mar. - L.I.F.T. l'°Wer - AWANA Grand Prix with Lou Sattlemaier, Christian Feb - Tom & Jill Miller, missionaries Washington Heights Larry Fetzer, pastor -Film serif Dec race car driver - Jr/Sr Hi Roller Skating Feb. - Sacred concert by Ruth Ann Kanost Smalley BUCYRUS - Valentine Dinners - Friendship Potlucks JAMESTOWN Calvary Howard Jones, pastor Mar. - Rev. Sami Kanani, CBF - Report & Slides from Peru '87 team S h a w n e e H ills '"his Apr. - Mother/Daughter Fellowship - Rev. Curtis Thomas, Haven of Rest Ministries DEFIANCE Feb. - Hymn Sij BYESVILLE - Spring Fellowship Dinner with David Carroll, Faith Warren Lewis, pastor - Hospital! Calvary Donald Parvin, pastor speaker and soloist Mar. - Preventive Maintenance for Marriage Seminar with Mar. - ReciproIreland - Teacl - Ladies Missionary Fellowship Progressive Dinner - Gary & Nancy Storm, Scioto Camp - Missionaries, the Gommesens Apr. - Sun^st - Missionary Terry Craven - AWANA Grand Prix - Film: “ The Desert Shall Rejoice” ■

APRIL, 1987 , THE OHIO INDEPENDENT BAPTIST 7 MEDINA NORWOOD - Youth All-Nighter James Lusher, pastor Chippewa Lake Larry Leonard, pastor Norwood Lee Fulmer, pastor - Celebrated 20th Anniversary of Emmanuel Baptist veethea Feb. - Annual Sweetheart Banquet Mar. - Baby Dedication Christian School with Dr. Paul Dixon, President - Concert by Alan McGill Im . 'puerors” F irs t Cedarville College an McGf Mar. - Concert by Pillsbury B.B.C. - Wayne & Noeline Robilliard, ABWE appointees - B.B.C. Choir Daniiiel President Appalachian B.C. - Annual Family Skating Party to Australia - Ladies Friendship Breakfast with Libby Basler, ivid Tr( to Bangladesh - David Warren, Cedarville College - Youth Kite Flying contest missionary to Paraguay Joseph Godwin, pastor - Film: “ Cult Explosion” OBERLIN Grace Robert Perry, pastor rthda;iyl 'church’s’s missionary kids MILLERSBURG Camden Calvin Searles, pastor Apr. - 25th Anniversary Month/Highlight each week .W. Pel to Brazil Millersburg James Hayes, pastor Mar, - Bill Petite, missionary church builder - Cedarville Master’s Puppets iJ 'Dr. Mar. - Harold Patterson. Gideon - F.B.C.S. from Elyria Choir pecial |h Paul Van Gorder, TROY adio Bid - Youth “ Gym Nite” - Annual AWANA Night Apr. - Gary Spence, missionary to Spain Apr. - Spring Concert with Mrs. Vickie Truett Grace Charles J. Pausley, pastor ilm: “ W Ppuerors’ Jan. - Cedarville College Kingsmen Quartet ae & No*s'onaries to Japan - Bill Russell - Ladies Spring Brunch - Easter Breakfast/Cantata. “ Hosanna!” ORANGE VILLAGE Feb. - Cedarville Concert Chorale Bethlehem John Fleck, pastor - Edith Phillips, missionary Thomas Waldo, pastor MINFORD Feb. - Deacons' Prayer and Share - Gary Holtz, CBF missionary ohn Thdl Grace James Brown, pastor - Moms' Meeting with Roy Clayton - Films: “ Enlighten My Darkness” / alentine™ Candlelight/Adult Feb. - Rev. Murray Heron, missionary with Evangelical - Sweetheart Banquet “ People To People” iweethetj Baptist Seminary of Quebec - Began 6:00 P.M. Evening Services , Mar. - John & Judy Bigelow, missionaries to Alaska arry HU(J -Jeff Hill, BMM appointee to Navajo Indians PATASKALA - Bible Conference with Dr. Paul Tassell, National 'rogressif Mar. - Rev. Larry Fogle Bethel Dennis Bollinger, pastor Representative ihoir Pot" - Youth outing to Jackson with Dr. Monroe Parker Feb. - Adult Valentine Party Apr. - ‘‘Just Invite One Friend Sunday’’ VALLEY CITY Larry Green, pastor Apr. - Begin Dobson Film series: “ Turn Your Heart First Jack Wiltheiss, pastor Toward Home" ird Anno™ Debbie Searles MOGODORE Feb. - Dedication of new organ with Mark Behnken PORTSMOUTH ..I.F.T.f°wer Mogodore Robert Seymour, pastor Mar. - Friend Day with Dr. Curtis Hudson, editor of Temple John.Gowdy, pastor :ilm seri*^Decision’ ’ with Gary Mar. - Teacher Appreciation Banquet Sword of the Lord/Children’s Church with Feb. - “ You're The Sweetest” Dinner Bmalley [ - Agape III Banquet Mr. & Mrs. Bill Marks - Sr Highers Ski Trip to Michigan Apr. - Missionary Conference with John Robinson, V A N W E R T N in ■ RAVENNA ills m,1|s Henderson, pastor Andy Bishop, Steve Mortimer, Vic Millard, Faith Fred Jensen, pastor Baptist Bible Michael McLaughlin, pastor Hymn Sij and Paul Schultz Feb. - 5-alarm Chili Supper for Adults Mar. - Evangelistic meetings with Robert Roberts Hospital! MOUNTVERNON - Pastor & Mrs. Bill Baker, Paulding - Ladies Missionary meeting, "Stress and The Reciprod °r Hospitality Sunday Faith Merlyn Jones, pastor Mar. - Gideon Sunday Cinderella Syndrom” Film: "T Feb. - “ Love In Action” Seminar with Fred Crown - Missionary Cupboard Night Apr. -Vic Millard, “ HowTo Study The Bible” 'N MAR. -Films: “ More Than Conquerors"/’’Coping - Rev. & Mrs. Jutton, BMM appointees to Brazil nt Drew Baker, pastor With Change” / “ Special Friendship” WADSWORTH Prayer N - Stewardship Banquet with Dr. William Brock REYNOLDSBURG Fellowship Tim Wright, pastor Sweethe - Marching to Victory Week Eastbrook Walter Lucas, pastor Feb. - Church Anniversary Dinner ‘‘Supermen with Valerie - “ A Merry Heart’’ Piano Premiere by Peggy Feb. - Teen Lockout/Bowling/Pizza/Skits - Surpise Food Shower for Pastor & Mrs. Wright LoudenPnAindation Springer RITTMAN for 15 years of ministry First Marvin Werbeach, pastor - Missionary Charles Alexander Dennis Burns, pastor NEW CARLISLE Jan. - Ross DeFelice, home missionary Mar. -B.B.C. Concert Choir ■ Dan CetfJPPines Colonial Kevin Boggs, pastor Feb. - Valentine Banquet - Teacher Motivation Time - Adult V * Mar. - Koichi & Nobuko Mita. missionaries to Japan - Wally Larson, Wadsworth WARREN - th Af^arl Shatter, home - Larry Theofanopoulos. missionary to Greece 16 SANDUSKY Bethel Robert DeBoer, pastor mission?^. soloist - Ladies' & Men’s Fellowships/Super Sixties Calvary Thomas Townsend, pastor Feb. - Men For Missions Breakfast with Dr. Ben - Men's ^ Us Guthrie Apr. - Revival with Albert Glance Mar. - Evangelistic meetings with Bill Compton Kendrick - Dennis Jacob, missionary - Gary Sif>P - B.C.C. Choir in concert - "Truth In Action" Drama Team from Bob Jones - Parent/11 NEW MATAMORAS - Friend Day Leavittsburg Virgil Wolford, pastor E L '• Harmony Hill Drew Walther, pastor SMITHVILLE Dennis Gilbert, pastor Mar. - Kite-Flying Contest (in a snow storm) Feb. - Adult Winter Get-away in Marietta Pleasant Hill Stephen Olsen, pastor - Nineteeneth Anniversary Service/“ Partners - Missioif'Ordinary People’ ’ with the Apr. -Youth College Trip Apr. - Women's Missionary Meeting with Rev. Larry Quartet’ ’ from Akron Baptist Temple Hendeif^ans; and other local NEW MILFORD Shells Apr. - Revival services with the Ramsey family servant New Milford Jack McCurry, pastor - Hosting Canton Area Ladies Spring Rally - The Cafri«s Feb. - Special Night Out for Ladies WELLINGTON - Easter1 - Valentine Banquet with Jugglemania/Sage Advice/ SPRINGFIELD First David Birch, pastor V Love-ly Music/Speaker, Tony Beckett Maranatha Dwight Strickland, pastor Marlin Bowes, pastor Feb, - Rev. Phil Melton, EBM appointee to Japan - All-church Skating Mar. - Camp Sunday with Brad Rickard and Bill Roloff ' - AWANA Grand Prix - Rev. Gj Southgate John Greening, pastor Mar. - Musicale, “ Love and Kindness” Mar. - Ron Bishop - Churclj Feb. - All-church Skate * - Mark Anderson, CEF ER Mar. - Cedarville Concert Chorale Fred Hand, pastor NEWARK WESTERVILLE Bible Karl Stelzer, pastor Grace Murray Ingerham, pastor - Colleg^ Feb. -WOL Teens Involved Night STREETSBORO Feb. - Dr. Griffith, Cedarville College - Annuafefence with Dr. Wendall - Missionary Conference with Paul & Sandy Faith J. Tony Beckett, pastor Mar. - DOERS 2nd Annual Crazy Challenge Mud Football Kemp'^E and Rev. Gerrit Schultz, Mr. Payton, Dr. Wendell Kempton Mar. - Pastor Beckett left for 17-day study tour of Buininj game Mar. - Sunday School Annual Family Gym and Soup the Holy Land 'Allan Kreamer, pastor WESTLAKE Fellowship - Rev. Curt Thomas Grace Jack Jacobs, pastor - Valenti Apr. - Grand Rapids Chorale STRUTHERS Mar. - Couples Retreat with Jim Jeffery Strut hers Tabernacle Jerry Bell, pastor NILES - Ladies Special program with Sharon Engram ,brook ^®nry H a lb la u b , p a s to r First G. Ben Reed, pastor Mar. - Steve Mortimer, ABWE missionary to Columbua - Films:|llin9."•Ptinc — The Young ------Child WHEELERSBURG Mar. - Film: “ Honey, Your Mama’s In Prison" Wheelersburg Max McCullough, pastor and Tj STRYKER NORTH JACKSON - IntorrP First Daniel Douglass, pastor Feb. - Dr. Dennis Sullivan Bailey Road Les Webster, pastor - AWANA Grand Prix -J r/S r1 Feb. - Sweetheart Banquet with Mike Slagle Feb. - Jill Miller, missionary to Brazil Apr. - DeElda Payton, missionary to the Philippines Mar. - Special meetings with Dr. John Canine David Morris, pastor - Ross DeFelice, home missionary - Missionary Roy Hendershot WILLOUGHBY HILLS - Les aif^NA - Sweetheart Banquet SUNBURY Nottingham Donald McClintick, pastor - Cedam^ant Lite Singers - AWANA Grand Prix Grace Dalvin Cramer, pastor Feb. - Ladies Luncheon with Mrs. Marilyn Williams - "Joni NORTH MADISON Feb. - Dinner for Adults - Dave & Jeannie Ferguson - Gerrit Bible Roland Globig, pastor Mar. - “ Andrew Month" - Invite, Invite, Invite - Sweetheart Banquet irs - Mara Feb. - Special Sr Hi/Jr Hi A.C.F. TALLMADGE - Christian Education Workshop - Jr Hi Progressive Dinner First David Henry, pastor Mar. - - Senior Saints Potluck Luncheon with Pastor Gary ship nr#nk Chittock, pastor Mar. - ‘ ‘Who’s Coming To Dinner? ’ ’ Dinner Mar. - Special Speaker & Lois Moosey in Message & Music - Speer-Paul Tassell -T.B.A. Out to Lunch Bunch Apr. - Began “ Turn Your Heart Toward Home” film series - Conn NORTH ROYALTON - Pioneers Sleep-Over - Sacred Music Concert by Rev. Burt Kettinger North Royalton Mark Cowell, pastor ILLE WILLOWICK 'enneth Pugh, pastor Mar. - Parent/Child Dedication TOLEDO First Donald Leltch, pastor - Vic ITionaries to Haiti - All-Church Evening Caring Ministry Bethel Rod Niner, pastor Feb. - Ladies Christian Fellowship Luncheon, "Salute - Tom & Jill Miller, missionaries to Brazil -H ar r). Feb. - Andy Barnes, EBM to Corsica To America" with Mrs. Linda Parks, missionary - Dave & Jeannie Ferguson, BMM appointees with Mar. -Film series, “ Love Is A Decision" by Gary - Bill Review Ranch to France and Mrs. Nancy McConnell, violinist/ C.B.F. Smalley noli 'de Albertson, pastor “ Complete Meal” microwave demonstration - Paul & Gerri Briggs, EBM to Italy - Spec*0rni Sharbaugh NORWALK Mar. - Dr. & Mrs. William Brock, State Representative - Hosted North Bethel Pastors with Earl Shaffer - Chun Calvary James McClain, pastor - Ken Starett, AWANA missionary Apr. - Sunrise Service .L O N 1 Mar. - Joe & Meta Arthur, missionary appointees to - Joe & Noney Mita, missionaries to Japan y ,r|es Johnson, pastor Brazil Emmanuel Edward Fuller, pastor XENIA -Adult6’ - AWANA Swimming Mar. - Missions Month/Missionary Conference. Calvary Wayne Hart, pastor - Fami] Apr. - AWANA Girls Overnight Party/Boys Camp Out "Sowing.. .Reaping Together'' Feb. - Sweetheart Banquet, "You Are The Song In - Teacl and Back Packing Trip - Missionaries Andrew Barnes & DeElda Payton, My Heart” -Sunffist -Cantata, “ No Other Lamb” Philippines Mar. - Every-Sunday-Night-a-Family-'Special-Music-Night

i 8 THE OHIO INDEPENDENT BAPTIST-APRIL, 1987 Warren H. Faber, Ph.D., Vice President, Grand Rapids Baptist College and Seminary, to begin ON TARGET a support and consulting service named ASSIST. V. Ben Kendrick, Deputation Coordinator WITH (Baptist Mid-Missions) After 35 years at the Grand Rapids Baptist 1. Help articulate mission and goals. College and Seminary, Dr. Warren Faber is 2. Assess, inform and improve organiza­ MISSIONS making his services available to church- tion and management. related organizations that need help in 3. Evaluate, select and develop staff. achieving goals more effectively. 4. Assure efficient allocation of Reliable information sources inform us that by 1994 for every four missionaries com­ resources. ing home from the foreign fields, one w ill be going. Now, if these figures are even par­ His ministry at the Grand Rapids Baptist 5. Temporarily supplement skills and tially correct, there is cause for great concern among fundamentalists and particularly College and Seminary included adminis­ services. among those o f us who are fundamental, independent Baptists. tration, serving as Dean o f the college and 6. Speed the process o f change. acting Dean o f the seminary, campus and It is a proven fact that Baptist Mid-Missions, which has a family o f some 1,000 active facility planning, conference speaking, cur­ ASSIST offers two basic approaches: spe­ missionaries throughout the world, does not increase in active mission personnel even riculum development, teaching, pastoral cialized services and organization develop­ with the addition o f fifty new missionaries a year. Those o f us involved in missions are responsibility, preaching, proposal writing, ment consulting. tempted at times to push the panic button and somehow try to get the message out that institutional self-studies, stategic planning I. SPECIALIZED SERVICES something drastic is happening in the world o f missions. and the writing o f literature. ASSIST recognizes that some organiza­ H e has served with Mission agencies as an tions have specialized needs and problems W hat is taking place? W ho is at fault? W here are we failing? H ow can we correct the educational consultant in Brazil, the Cen­ which are their primary or initial concerns declining situation? These are questions which are very real and relevant to the day in tral African Republic, Chile, Ecuador, Ja­ and provides help in: which we live. Surely the biblical basis o f missions is still as pertinent and vital today as maica, Liberia, Peru, Puerto Rico and the 1. Creative problem solving it was when first declared by God. God has not changed His divine program of reach­ West Indies. 2. Communications/Advertising, Dis­ ing a lost human race through human instruments. There is no reason to believe that plays, Literature His post high school education began God has ceased to call individuals to do His work. I believe the present trend in mis­ 3. Organization and Management with a diploma in Pastoral Studies from sions puts the church in a very serious situation as far as carrying out the command o f 4. Personnel development and evaluation the Great Commission. Moody Bible Institute and continued with 5. Program development and evaluation a B.A. from Calvin College. His graduate 6. Strategic Planning theological training included a Th.M. in A s your writer considers the scope o f where failure may possibly be, it involves some New Testament Studies from Calvin Sem­ II. ORGANIZATION DEVELOPMENT areas which are not only close to each o f us, but areas where we can do something about inary and studies in Israel sponsored joint­ CONSULTING it and make some positive changes. ly by the New York University and the ASSIST is concerned with helping organ­ Israeli government. His Ph.D. was in Pub­ izations take a look at themselves in terms I think o f the home where the roots o f the individual should be deeply grounded. In lic Address and was earned at Northwes­ o f their total structure, mission, program years past it was not unusual to walk into practically any Christian home and find mis­ tern University. operation, cultural orientation, and their sionary prayer cards, prayer letters, and even a missions bulletin board. Family de­ perceived and real position in the market­ We shall miss his optimism and creative votions usually included praying for missionaries. Children grew up knowing the place. Process consulting assists organiza­ approach to problem solving and wish him names o f missionaries as well as those o f their children. Missionaries were guests in tions by designing processes whereby the well as he shares his training and exper­ their homes. The Christian home has played a very important part in the cause o f mis­ organization can solve its own problems ience to A SSIST others. sions for many years. and achieve its own goals with available The basic aim of ASSIST is to provide to resources and largely through the training Another area that comes to mind is the church. There was a time when one could go church-related organizations the help and use o f existing personnel. needed to achieve goals more effectively. into almost any fundamental church and hear the names of missionaries in the pas­ Processes are designed in collaboration toral prayer in the Sunday services. It was normal for the mid-week prayer meeting to W orking from a mutual base o f Christian with the leadership o f the organization and be missions-oriented. Prayer letters were read, special prayer requests from mis­ commitment and concern for God's Work, may include such things as organizational sionaries were noted, and unitedly the church family remembered their missionaries it is an affordable supporting service de­ self assessment, goal-setting, planning pro­ before the Throne o f Grace. If one does not hear missions in the home, he certainly signed to: cesses, training and evaluation. should hear it in the church. There is a great responsibility given to the church by God to be continually involved in the cause o f missions. Inserting, periodically, a missions capsule emphasis will not do. A slim diet o f missions will produce a slim missions- Last o f all, I would like to look at mission agencies. Every mission agency such as minded church family. This will have an effect upon the number of those responding to those named in this article are really service agencies o f the local church. They are the call o f missions as well as prayer and financial support for missions. The scriptural local-church oriented, local-church controlled and are only in existence to be o f service principle o f reaping what one sows is true even if it involves the Lord's work. to the local church.

The church family, and particularly the young people, need to be challenged re­ These five mission agencies are doing what they can within the framework of the peatedly for missions. The local church is the source o f missionary personnel. It is the reason for their existence. G od has used the men and women o f these agencies to sanctuary o f missionary prayer and it is the support for missionary provisions. It is challenge and reach many lives. It is only natural that these servants give the message possible for both the home and the church to be major sources o f failure in the work of they do because o f their burning hearts and relentless efforts to promote God's pro­ missions. Dr. Allan Lewis, president emeritus o f Baptist Mid-Missions, has said, "The gram in reaching the lost. good news o f the Gospel is only good news i f it reaches the lost in time.” Are all o f us working as diligently as we possibly can in getting out that Good News to the peoples o f If the work o f missions declines to the place where one missionary goes for every four . the world? ' missionaries returning, there will eventually be no need for such mission agencies. Since these agencies are the arm o f the local church, then the local church finds itself in Surely, this is something to think about. a serious situation.

The sister mission agencies approved by the General Association o f Regular Baptists, M ay the Lord grant us wisdom and help us, each one, to take a new look at what is hap­ all voice the same concerns. The Association o f Baptists for World Evangelism, Baptist pening in this biblical worldwide program called missions. Mid-Missions, Baptist Mission of North America, Continental Baptist Missions and Evangelical Baptist Missions unite in their plea for parents, children and tfie local church family to evaluate their contribution for the great cause o f missions and, where necessary, to make changes. . - • ' * 1 The next thing that I would like for us to look at is the Christian college. Far too long parents as well as church families have depended upon Christian colleges to do with their young people what they have failed to do. Thank the Lord for those godly men and women who teach biblical principles to our young adults in the Christian colleges and, in most cases, challenge them for missions. It is the thought o f some, “ I f I can't do it with him, then maybe a time at college will.” This is the old-fashioned term o f getting the cart before the horse. The primary exposure of Christian principles, godly living and a challenge for missions should be in the Christian home and the local church.

God has blessed in wonderful ways the ministry o f our Christian colleges. Many mis­ sionaries today are on their fields o f service because they were challenged by a missions professor of that visiting missionary speaking in chapel. I would never try to minimize the tremendous impact which Christian colleges have had on countless lives. Praise the Lord for those dedicated servants who have devoted themselves to help shape and mold the lives of precious young people for the glory of God!

ft APRIL, 1987, THE OHIO INDEPENDENT BAPTIST 9 better way o f putting this material into the Communication in a hands o f our people. This is not a new prob­ Local Church lem or concern but it is one that can be solved. + - » From time to time this writer has had GBWtetSNHt opportunity to visit a number o f churches A word of commendation is in order for the many pastors and churches which do a Russ will direct the music and he plays the in our Fellowship. There is an area o f grow­ fine job in this area. However, it is a job that guitar, which will be a big asset in the Out ing concern to pie. I am referring to those SMOKE SIGNALS tables in our church foyers that seem to requires consistent attention. Door Chapel and Bon Fire services. FROM accumulate literature that pile up more Our schools, social and mission agencies Summer registrations are well ahead of often than not in haphazard fashion over work hard in their efforts to keep the needs last year, in fact running very strong. Those SCIOTO HILLS weeks and sometimes months. and news of missionaries and mission planning for camp ought to get their regis­ Because of my involvement in the print­ boards before God's people. Newsheets trations in as soon as possible. The valu­ Scioto Hills Reservations ing and promotion ministry, perhaps I apt and prayer bulletins are in circulation as able benefits of a Skyview Ranch camping Make your reservations now because even more aware of the time, energy and never before. Unfortunately much o f this is experience are time tested and proven. things are happening at Scioto Hills. Our ' dollars used to produce even the most basic a part of "those accumulating piles” to Men’s Retreats are scheduled for April 24­ o f these items. M y concern is that there be a eventually end up in file thirteen and never 25 and May 1-2. This year’s speaker is Dr. reaching the people. Robert Gromacki. Why not make plans to May I suggest some ways o f approaching join us. Registrations for summer camp are com­ this situation? The Senior Citizens Retreat is scheduled ing in!! Some weeks are already full. There 1. This material can be inserted in every for May 14-16 with Rev. Dean Henry as is still room for tents and R.V.s for all three church bulletin. The quantities may speaker. have to be adjusted with the send­ The remodeling and refurbishing of the family weeks. If you have not registered for Summer Camp schedule is: ing agency. You are probably think­ Ranch House into a Retreat Center is well camp, be sure to register soon. Send your Junior - June 15-20 ing about now, "the sizes are not com­ underway. Special thanks to the Lakeview registrations to: Jr. Hi - June 22-27 patible for bulletin use,” or "the Baptist Church and their 18 men who on Pastor Jim Howard Junior - June 29-July 4 Sunday bulletin may look like a book,” March 14 “roughed-it-in." It is now ready P.O. Box 263 Sr. H i-J u ly 6-11 or " if I put all this in the bulletin, for other work groups to come in and do the Bowling Green, Ohio 43402 Jr. H i - July 13-18 my people will read it and not listen to finishing. Thankfully, some are already (419) 352-0417-church Junior - July 20-25 the message.” Yes, we agree these are scheduled to install dry wall. (419) 352-0535 - home Junior - July 27-Aug. 1 genuine concerns. Some new plumbing needs to be done as Family Camp - August 3-8 2. Another approach would be to delegate well as re-plumbing. Also needed are some Camp Patmos will have a work week on someone the responsibility o f handing Renovation built-in cabinets, kitchen appliances and May 25-30. The ferry for Kelley’s Island one to every family. It often happens, utensils. Further help is needed with dec­ leaves Marblehead at 8:30 a.m. and every however, that someone is overlooked orations, wallpaper, paint, fixtures, twin, hour thereafter. On Monday, the boat when this is attempted. double and bunk beds, sheets, pillow cases leaves as early as 7:30 a.m. When you arrive 3. In my opinion, a more superior ap­ and blankets. Appreciate the Ladies Mis­ at Marblehead, inform the boat line that proach would be to develop a Church sion groups who have already expressed you are going to Camp Patmos. Your ticket M ail Box System. A secretary or desig­ interest in helping but there is room for will be provided by the camp. All meals nated person would simply deposit one more. while you are at Camp Patmos work week to a family in their mailbox. Many The Ranch House has served its original will be provided. We need many workers churches have developed this system The old Chief s Teepee will be renovated purpose well and now the improvements this year. Ladies, we need you to help with and made into a ten-unit motel facility. The of communication. In does not take a will make it more efficient for Winter Ret­ cleaning, painting, etc. If you can spend a large amount o f space. A 24 x 48” space board approved the go-ahead to expand reats and Adult groups as well as expand day or even several days with us, be sure our facilities for couples. This will provide divided in 4 x 4 inch pigeon holes the use o f the camp. The expansion in­ to come. more facilities for couples retreats, deacon about 8 inches deep would provide 72 cludes six bedrooms. 2'h baths, kitchen and spaces. This is enough space for the seminars, and other adult activities. an Infirmary for the Summer Camps, guest Camp Patmos is still in need of a cook, average church. housing and a staff lounge. A new office nurse, full-time counselor, lifeguard and Most of us find our mental notes o f getting will be where the current nurse's station several other staff members for this coming messages to folks somehow never get com­ Saddle Sayings From is located. summer. If you are interested, call Larry municated when we reach the church door. G ive us a call. Help us if you can with your Czernick at (216) 464-7616. Andrew Gelatt, Someone said, “ If you want something SKYVIEW skill in a work project and pray with us for the camp director, is available to churches done, write it down." The m ailbox system the needed additional funds. Our goal is to to present the ministry of Camp Patmos. To makes easy work for a Sunday school RANCH have it ready by the m iddle o f June. have Andrew Gelatt to your church call superintendent to communicate messages him at (219) 295-7775. MEN’S RETREATS to workers, as well as others in places of April 30-May 2 leadership. Most o f us like to receive mail. Dr. Dan Gelatt, Speaker The weeks o f camp for the summer of 1987 are as follows: An individual boxfull of literature is cer­ „ M ay 15-16 tainly an indication of a church family Dr. W. Wilbert Welch, Speaker 1987 SCHEDULE AND needing some further attention or follow­ June 10-13 SPEAKERS up in visitation, etc. June 22 Junior High . R.E.A.P. I am sure there are many other creative Tony Coleman ways o f using the mailbox system as there SUMMER CAMPS June 29 Junior are people in your church. Let’s put an end June 22-27 Juniors Steve Lantz to accumulating piles o f literature and get it June 29-July 4 Family : July 6 Junior High into the hands o f folks to read. July 6-11 Jr. High Scott Renstrom Bob Cass Russ Clark o f Cedarville is the new Pro­ July 13-18 Sr. High July 13 Senior High gram Director at Skyview. He and his wife, Continental Baptist Missions July 20-25 Juniors Larry Engle Marlene, and two children, Jennifer and Director o f Publications July 27-August 1 Jr. High July 20 Junior Keith, will be a welcome and strong addi­ August 3-8 Juniors _ David Chapman tion to the Skyview Staff. Both Russ and For brochures, work projects, camp pres­ July 27 Jr-Hi/Sr-Hi Teaching Opportunities Marlene were counselors in '76 and Russ entation, information, contact Bill Roloff, ALIVE Team (Grand Rapids) at Mount Pleasant returned as Program Director in '77. Camp Director, Skyview Baptist Ranch, August 3 Family BAPTIST ACADEMY I Included in his experience is two years phone (216) 674-7511, 7241 T R 319, Rt. 6, Edward Fuller • K-4 thru 11th Grade directing the Camp Patmos program. Russ Millersburg, O H 44654-9047. August 10 Family • Traditional Program was Youth Pastor o f Calvary Baptist Church, Brad Quick • Growing Student Body Ypsilanti, Michigan for three years, where •4th Year^GARBC SURFSPLASHINGS FROM August 17 Family he also taught in the Christian School and David Warren E le m e n ta ry - L o w er E le m e n ta ry coached the basketball and soccer teams. Secondary • Bible, Math, English, He was also the Physical Education teach­ CAMP Science, Social Studies, Computers, er at the Springfield (Ohio) Christian WHAT DOES YOUR Physical Education, Coaching. School and coached the basketball, base­ PATMOS THEOLOGY SAY For Additional Information ball and soccer teams. He is presently a (517) 773-9082 Resident Director at Cedarville College. ABOUT MUSIC? O r W rite: Russ brings a lot of experience and en­ Contact: Douglas A. Snow Mt. Pleasant thusiasm to the Skyview program. He knows Hymnology Ministries BAPTIST ACADEMY the value and purpose o f youth camps and P. O. Drawer H A Ministry of 1st Baptist Church is a valuable addition. He will be assisting Bible School Park, N.Y. 1802 E. High St. in Staff training and Supervision and guid­ 13737-0608 Mt. Pleasant, Ml 48858 ing the various activities and programs. I 10 THE OHIO INDEPENDENT BAPTIST-APRIL, 1987 Oracle Corp. Gives Data Jesus' name. Base Software to To become involved, contact the library or Cedarville College the teacher education department. CAMPUS COMPASS The Oracle Corporation o f Belmont, Cal­ 1987 Summer Sports Camp ifornia recently donated the Oracle data COLLEGE VS/NEWS base management system software, version Both boys and girls are invited to attend a 4, to Cedarville College to be used for in­ Grand Rapids Baptist College Summer will be a camp which Baptist Mid-Missions struction in the Computer Information Sports Camp, offering many activities, in­ maintains in Toulon in southern France. cluding individual sports instruction, About 100 missionaries are expected to Systems program. David Rotman, Director Cedarville College o f Computer Services, notes that this data league playing, challenging Bible studies, attend. Rev. and Mrs. Warren will visit the and many other recreational opportunities. Box 601. Cedarville. Ohio 45314 base is currently the fastest selling system Dan Lacey family and the Charles Ander­ Dates are listed below: son family, BM M missionaries in France. for minicomputers and mainframes and that IB M is selling this system on some o f Basketball team camp Each of these families has a student at for high school only During the past several years, Cedarville its computers. The software, according to Cedarville College. ■ June 14-19 College has observed an increase in the Rotman, will be a substantial teaching tool for the Computer Information Systems Volleyball camp for girls average test scores o f entering freshmen. “A nd the things that thou hast heard o f me program. He says the data base class and 8th grade-11th grade Scoring 29 on the A C T test places a student among many witnesses, the same commit June 21-27 in the top 3% scholastically in the nation. In thou to faithful men who shall be able to advanced CIS classes will use the software running on the college DEC VAX 11/750. Basketball camp for boys 1985 Cedarville had 20 o f these “presiden­ teach others also" 2 Timothy 2:2. ~ 6th grade-11th grade tial scholars" in the freshman class; in 1986 Cedarville Professor Named June 28-July 3 the number had risen to 43. Dr. Donald Callan is one of the most ex­ C.I.D.A. President-Elect Basketball camp for girls While Cedarville is very thankful for these perienced coaches in Ohio college basket­ Michael DiCuirci, associate professor of 6th grade-11th grade fine scholars, the college strives to minister music at Cedarville College, is President­ ball. Coming to Cedarville College in 1960 ' .July 5-10 to the needs o f all its students. Last year the to assume leadership of the Department o f elect o f the Christian Instrumental Direc­ Basketball camp for boys faculty implemented programs to assist Health and Physical Education and to tors Association. C.I.D.A., a national or­ 3rd grade-7th grade students with marginal academic qualifi­ serve as head basketball coach, this dean o f gan ization serving over 600 Christian July 12-17 cations in developing their study skills. college coaches holds a career record o f 396 school, college, and church music direc­ Soccer camp for boys wins and 321 losses. tors, elected DiCuirci to his position at the July 19-24 On February 13 and 14, seven Cedarville Another aspect of Don Callan's life is annual national conference in Chicago. Basketball camp for boys College students carried away high honors even more important. He epitomizes the 2 A music educator for the past 16 years, 3rd grade-7th grade in the Ohio State Novice Forensics Tour­ Tim othy 2:2 principle. W hen he was in DiCuirci taught in New York and Mich­ July 19-24 nament at Ohio University in Athens. The college, his basketball coach instilled in igan before assuming his present duties at Baseball camp for boys group won three first places, two seconds, him a burden for souls which Don, in turn, Cedarville College where he directs the 5th grade-11th grade three thirds, two fourths, two fifths, and two has passed on to hundreds of Cedarville Symphonic Band and the Pep Band. He July 26-31 sixths. Five universities and seven colleges College students. also teaches music education classes, in­ For a free brochure write to G.R.B.C. participated in the meet. structs lower brass students, and supervises Summer Sports Camp, 1001 E. Beltline Professor David Robey of the Com­ student teachers. Cedarville College Professors N.E., Grand-Rapids. MI 49505 or call the munication Arts Department and coach of DiCuirci’s bands have played throughout Athletic Office at (616) 949-5300. ext. 306. the group, defines the “novice" participant Promoted the United States including performances Dr. Paul Dixon, President of Cedarville For more information contact Marilyn as one who is in his first year o f competi­ at the Fundamentalism '84 convention in College, announced that, by recent action Stroller, 1001 E. Beltline. N.E., Grand Ra­ tion. The Cedarville students vieing for Washington, D.C., and the C.I.D.A. nation­ o f the Board of Trustees, thirteen faculty pids, M I 49505, (616) 949-5300. honors were Andy Snider, Waynesboro, al conference. He co-authored with James members have received tenure and/or Pennsylvania; Donna Payne, Medina. Ohio; Loucks, a two-level band method entitled promotions. PREFERRED RISK INS. CO. Jan Johnson, Corry, Pennsylvania; James "Jubilant Sound." published by Singspir- WE SPECIALIZE IN Jawelski, Dayton, Ohio; Kirt Wilson, Wy­ Receiving tenure were Dr. Irene Alyn, ation. • A u t o oming, Michigan; Todd Dunckel, Fenton, Professor and Chairman of the Depart­ DiCuirci received the B.A. and M.M. de­ • C h u r c h Michigan, and Robyn Graham, Elkhart. ment of Nursing; Dr. Omer Bonenberger, grees from the University of Michigan. He • H o m e Indiana. Associate Professor of Education; Mrs. is a popular brass soloist, speaker, and • L if e guest conductor. When Dr. Callan joined the faculty at Sandra Hamer. Assistant Professorof Eng­ • H e a lt h Cedarville, he found many opportunities to He and his wife JoAnn live in Cedarville lish; Kurt Moreland,Assistant Professorof Insurance for serve the Lord. As basketball coach for 27 Communication Arts; Mrs. Anne Rich, and have two sons, Paul, 10, and Michael, years, he has maintained a discipleship Assistant Professor of Accounting; Galen 5. NON-DRINKERS YOUR ministry with his players. He has provided Smith, Assistant Professor of Economics; “ BEST BUY” a climate that encourages spiritual develop­ and David Robey, Assistant Professor of Phelps Ins. Agency ment and has striven tolive in such a man­ Communication Arts. Grand Rapids 3985 LeatherStockingTrail ner that he might be a godly role model for Columbus, Ohio 43230 Promoted to the rank of Professor were ______Phone:(614)471-7171______the young men. He arranges retreats, team Baptist College Dr. Pamela Diehl, Department of Health devotions, opportunities to minister to and Physical Education, and Dr. Ron and Seminary Christian schools and churches, and ex­ Walker, Chairman of the Department of 1001 East Beltline Ave. N.E. posure to different people who have effec­ Business Administration. A graduate o f the Grand Rapids, Mich. 49505 tive ministries for God. University o f Dayton, Dr. Diehl earned the Education Programs Being Dr. Callan envisioned a program which SERVING M.A. and the Ph.D. degree from The Ohio Developed would introduce Cedarville students to State University. Dr. W alker received the The teacher education program at Grand missionary endeavor. When Harold Green THE CHURCH B.S. from Bowling Green State University, Rapids Baptist College began twelve years became the director of the Christian minis­ the M.S. from the University of Michigan, ago as a combined curriculum with Calvin tries on the campus, the two men developed and the D.B.A. from Kent State Univer­ College. The program has been successful, with Sunday School litera­ the Missionary Internship Service pro­ sity. with over 240 alumni having received ture that is distinctively dif­ gram through which over 1,000 students teacher certification in Michigan. Believ­ ferent. Literature that’s . . . Receiving tenure and also promotion to have served on mission fields in more than ing it’s now time for the next logical step, the rank o f Professor was Dr. Lee Eimers, * doctrinally sound 40 countries over the past 16 years. One o f though, the College has begun the process Dr. Cailan’s important contributions ot the Department o f Science and Mathematics. and true to the Bible o f developing our own state certified ele­ He earned the B.S. from Hobart College MIS program has been leading or arrang­ mentary and secondary teacher education * intensely missionary and the M.S. and Ph.D. from Syracuse ing for basketball teams to visit the Philip­ programs. This is a demanding undertak­ University. * completely Baptistic pines each summer with an evangelistic ing, both financially and academically, message. Dr. Edwin Braithwaite, Department of and has many political implications. The * evangelistic in thrust Many people have come to know the Lord Science and Mathematics, and Mrs. Sharon entire project will require several years to and to know Him better through Dr. Cal- Eimers, Department of Education, were complete and includes a continued rela­ lan’s commitment to evangelism and dis­ promoted to the rank of Associate Pro­ tionship with Calvin as our sponsoring cipleship. fessor. Dr. Braithwaite received the B.S. college. During most o f this time, however, Write or call today and M.A. from Western Washington Un­ students will be able to take their education Rev. David Warren, Associate Professor for a free catalog iversity and the Ph.D. from University of courses on our campus. o f Bible at Cedarville College, will speak at Illinois. Mrs. Eimers, who also received The new teacher education department a missionary conference in Toulon, France, tenure, earned the B.S. from Tennessee needs the help o f GRBC friends in this pro­ April 21-25. The conference, sponsored by Temple University and the M.Sp.Ed. from ject - those who will faithfully pray, those REGULAR BAPTIST PRESS the field councils o f Baptist Mid-Missions the University o f Tennessee. who can financially support, those who 1300 N. Meacham Road (BM M ) and Evangelical Baptist Missions may have educational books and/or ma­ v Schaumburg, IL 60173-4888 (EBM), is designed to minister to mis­ James Leightenheimer, who was promoted terials they'd be willing to donate, and . (312) 843-1600 sionaries o f the two boards who are work­ to the rank o f Assistant Professor, earned those who can help identify schools seek­ ing in France. Location of the conference the B.S. degree at Cedarville College. ing to recruit teachers prepared to serve in I APRIL, 1 987, THE OHIO INDEPENDENT BAPTIST 11 Evangelism Emphasized and College News Con’t. vide an upbeat, hands-on, environment for ministry preparation. Each intern will earn Experienced In a day when “Christian” and unsaved Faith Baptist Seven to Work in Israel 30 credit hours during this period o f practi­ students alike seem to be clamoring for This summer, resident director Celeste cal experience. material possessions and selfish, secure Bible'College Guiley and six other Grand Rapids Baptist The Seminary will provide training for the 1900 N.W. Fourth St.. Ankeny. IA. 50021 careers, there is a fresh breeze blowing on College girls will join a 20-member team pastoral staff at each location so that they the campus o f the Baptist Bible College in from Baptist for Israel Institute to travel to will be skilled in the guidance and evalu­ Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania. Rigorous Commencement & Concert Israel to work on Kubbutz-Ma'agan, a col­ ation of their assigned interns. This is a study o f the W ord o f G od can lead to a Faith’s 1987 Commencement Concert is lective farm o f about 200 Israelie families complete training program involving course clearer understanding of the Great Com­ scheduled for May 14, and Commence­ on the southern tip of the Sea of Galilee. study seminars and repeated contact with mission. Since the Bible is central at BBC ment for May 15. Both will be held in the Celeste worked on a kibbutz two years ago seminary resource people. Also, Seminary and BBTS, students are constantly being Gym -Convocation Building at 7:30 p.m. and returns this summer as team leader, faculty personnel will be assisting via on- challenged with its truths, and the natural The Thursday evening concert will include helping orient members to kibbutz life and location consultations and evaluations. result is a burden for lost souls. Faith’s Chorale, Handbells and other culture shock. The purpose o f the six-week The local church and missionary training In a recent college class on “ Baptist music ensembles. Friday's Commence­ trip is to work with the Israelies as they farm location and the training staff will be re­ Church Ministries," over 50 students re­ ment address will be brought by Rev. Bryce the land in order to build relationships with lated to the Theological Seminary much quested prayers for lost people they were Augsburger II, pastor of Calvary Com­ them that will open doors for sharing the. like a hospital and staff are related to a seeking to reach for Christ. A girl came to munity Baptist Church in Northglenn, Those interested in a summer opportunity university medical school. In both instan­ her professor with tears trickling down her Colorado. Sixty-nine graduates will join such as this can contact Celeste at Baptist ces, the hands-on experience will enhance cheeks as she asked for advice in witness­ the over 6000 alum ni serving the Lord College. the use o f the content learned from the ing to her unsaved dad. Another asked around the world. classroom. Ladies Retreat prayer for a man led to Christ in street GARBC Nation Conference Ladies, mark your calendars for the an­ Baptist Bible Theological Seminary pro­ evangelism. Others spoke of tract distri­ Youth Days vides fundamentalists a curriculum rooted bution on Saturdays, and an evangelistic nual Grand Rapids Baptist College Ladies The General Association of Regular Bap­ in scripture to assist students to acquire the Bible study for teenagers. Retreat June 8-10. Returning again this tist Churches will host their annual “Youth knowledge and to develop the leadership Recently the gymnasiums at the Baptist year will also be the Ladies Seminar, sched­ Days" on the campus o f Faith Baptist Bible skills that will enable them to enter into a Bible College have been used as locations uled for Tuesday, June 9, from 8:00 a.m. to College & Seminary in Ankeny, Iowa. This worldwide Baptist ministry. for “basketball evangelism." A number of 5:00 p.m. "Th e Joyful Exchange" is this 4-day event, which will attract over 500 community teenagers have been invited to year's theme, and featured speakers Carol For information about this or other pro­ teenagers, w ill be held June 23-26,1987. campus for recreation and evangelistic Kent and Dorie Van Stone will speak on grams, please write to Dr. Howard Bixby, Dr. W endell Kempton, president o f the Bible study. Some have already received topics such as “His Confidence For My Seminary Director, Baptist Bible Theologi­ Association of Baptists for World Evan­ Christ and are in follow-up. A number of Insecurity," “His Will For My Way," and cal Seminary, 538 Venard Road, Clarks gelism in Cherry H ill, N ew Jersey, w ill be BBC students are going to area secular “Wholeness From Brokenness." Write for a Summit. PA 18411. the featured speaker. H e is a well-known college campuses and sharing Christ in the complete brochure to RETREATS. 1001 E. and dynamic youth communicator. Director of Field Training cafeteria or on the volleyball courts after Beltline NE, Grand Rapids, M I 49505. Rev. David Marks, Dr. Gordon Shipp, Dr. times of getting to know the unsaved col­ As a part o f its unique focus on practical Paul Tassell and Mr. Mel Walker will also legians. ministry education, the “new" Baptist Bible be on the program. Each o f these men will Personal evangelism is a priority at Clarks Theological Seminary has announced the emphasize the week’s theme o f “Reaching Baptist Bible Summit. In the fall a totally rejuvenated appointment of Rev. Lee Wise to the posi­ Your World." evangelism training program will be launch­ tion of Director of Seminary Field Train­ Housing and meals are available at FBBC&S College of ed in the college and seminary programs. ing. for a price o f $43 per teen which includes Students will no longer just study about Pennsylvania four nights lodging and ten meals. Interes­ evangelism, but every incoming student 538 Venard Rd.. Clarks Summit. PA 18411 Rev. Wise graduated from Grand Rapids ted teens or youth leaders should call Mel will have opportunity to experience the ex­ Baptist College, attended The School of W alker at 515/964-0601 for more details. To Minister in Jamaica Church Ministries in Grand Rapids, Mich­ citement of witnessing. The Theological Spring Break for most students means a igan, and has had several years o f ministry Seminary is launching a new evangelism vacation, trip back home, a place in the sun experience. His addition to the BBTS staff training ministry in concert with local Bap­ or anything to get away from classes and marks another step toward the Seminary's tist churches. Each incoming Seminarian BUSES papers. This is not the case for all students. commitment to provide a unique “new" will need at least two semesters of evan­ YEAR END CLOSEOUT SALE The basketball team o f Baptist Bible Col­ blend o f theological education in the class­ gelism training and experience for gradu­ BIG CHURCH DISCOUNTS lege o f Pennsylvania is going to a place in room with practical, “hands-on” ministry ation. VANS & SMALL BUSES Baptist Bible College and Theological the sun; however, this place includes a training. (2) Ford Maxi Vans -1 5 Pass. Seminary is “the Ministry School," and ministry. They plan to minister to churches, (2) Chevrolet Busette - 20 Pass Rev. Wise will teach practical evangelism provide basketball evangelism, and to help consequently, the curriculum and program (2) International - 36 Pass. in the Seminary using a format o f in-class people understand God's message. is being geared to enable its graduates to be TRANSIT COACH instruction and week-by-week on-the-job Where is all this taking place? Jamaica! successful soul winners at home or abroad (1) GM Suburban w/restroom - training through the visitation ministries of The team, along with Coach Russ Howard, in these last days ofworld-w ide turmoil and 45 Pass. local area churches. He w ill also assist Dr. desperation. faculty member Jim Collins and wife Susie, Transportation plan to arrive in Jamaica on Friday, March Howard Bixby, Academic Dean and Sem­ inary Director, in supervising the Semi­ Equipment 13, and return to Baptist Bible College Available nary's new internship laboratory, required Sales Corp. Monday, March 23. During their stay they for Special Meetings BBBBB o f all M.Div. graduates. This is a one-year, will be working with missionaries and pas­ Bible Conference, Special Series, 6401 Seaman Rd. full-time internship where the student-in­ tors by doing visitation, street ministries, DVBS, Singing Oregon, Ohio 43618 conducting basketball clinics, painting, tern’s only job will be full-time ministry in Rev. George P. Zinn, Lyric Tenor 5166 Old Smith Valley Road 419-836-2835 building, and doing repair work in the the local church. Greenwood, Indiana 46142 Toll Free 800-472-4478 churches. When asked what he looked forward to in Phone: (317)888-2544 As a short-term missionary, each member Approved by C. O. M. E. Ask For Bud Graham his new position. Rev. Wise replied: is responsible to raise both prayer and “What excites me most about my min­ financial support. An estimated amount of istry at the Seminary is being a part of $400 is needed to cover the cost of plane what will happen in the lives o f those fares, food, and incidentals. men who will participate in the new THE CLEVELAND HEBREW MISSION Coach Howard anticipates this ministry training program. When you combine P.O. Box 21100, Cleveland, Ohio 44121 to be a life-changing experience for all solid Biblical scholarship and 'hands FUNDAMENTAL - BAPTISTIC - EVANGELISTIC those going. He is excited about the team on' ministry experience, you’re bound Evangelizing the “kinsmen” of our Lord In Cleveland, Ohio serving the Lord and ministering to the to see results! Rio deJaneiro, Brazil Jamaican people through their athletic and I expect to see men discover and de­ REFERENCES: ADMINISTRATION: Dr -JamesT Jeremish. F.l Cajon. CA ministry skills. velop their spiritual gifts, be used of Rev. .John Fleck. President Dr Paul VanGorder. Atlanta. GA Laboratory for Ministry God to win many people to Christ, Mr Charles Workman. Vice President Dr Vaughn Sprunger. South Bend. Ind. Baptist Bible Theological Seminary is sharpen their focus on where God Rev. A. Paul Tidball. Superintendent Dr. .Melvin V. Efaw. Huntington. W. VA developing a unique, one-year, full-time could best use them and come away Mrs. J Winston Boyes. Secy. Treas. Dr, Warren Y. Bibighaus. Haddon Hts.. N.J. ministry internship. This will be the cul­ excited and confident about what Dr. Raymond H. Saxe. Ann Arbor. MI mination o f those finishing their Master of G od can do through them and that Dr. .John Balyo. Salem. Oregon Divinity degree program. The Seminary excites me!" Rev. Kenneth Smelser, Sebring. FL has teamed up with a select group o f model FIELD REPRESENTATIVE Dr. Marvin Lewis. Greenville. SC . church and mission locations to develop For further information regarding the Dr. Gerald V. Smelser Dr David L Moore. Cleveland. OH and have attitudes and skills o f ministry. “new" Baptist Bible Theological Seminary, Rev Gary Dull. Lebanon. PA It will be a first for the Seminary and you may send inquires to Dr. Howard Write for your FREE copy of “The Trumpeter for Israel" our within the fundamental circles with which Bixby, 538 Venard Road, Clarks Summit, quarterly magazine devoted to the work of Jewish evangelism. the Seminary is in fellowship. This will pro­ New Missionary Display Abbe Road - Elyria

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The Missions Committee of Abbe Road Baptist Church, Elyria, unveiled a new dis­ play, designed and built by Mr. John Simcik, an Industrial Arts teacher and member of the church. This display consists o f a six-foot redwood map o f the world, current pictures o f each missionary family, indicating their location, and literature from the different mis­ sion agencies. The display, along with a different missionary featured each week in the bulletin, enables the congregation to become more personally involved with missionaries through prayer and correspondence. IMMANUEL - Columbus Honors and maternity clothing, conducted mem­ Baptists For Life bership drives for BFL, and provided ed­ Baptist for Life reports that over 40,000 ucational materials. Baptist for Life also Pastor’s 40 Years bulletin inserts were distributed to some this celebration. Dr. Richard Durham of reports that the Pennsylvania Association 225 churches for observance o f Sanctity o f Cedarville College, a seminary classmate o f Regular Baptist Churches voted in Sep­ Human Life Sunday in January. Response of Pastor Abernathy’s, gave the morning tember to establish a B FL affiliate in that from the churches who participated has message. Also participating in the service state. Dr. Walter Griffeth, of Cedarville been very good as more fundamental Bap­ were Evangelist Dr. Donald Winters, Rev. College, is the representative of Ohio’s tist believers become involved in promot­ Warren Harris, Bill and Eloise Thomas, Baptist for Life affiliate. Regular Baptist ing the sacredness o f human life. Churches and the Abernathys' children and grand­ churches in Flint will open a crisis preg­ have taken special offerings, collected baby children. nancy center on May 1. During the service the Abernathys were presented with a book containing over 80 REQUESTS FOR: A. Webster, Chairman, Deacons; Pastor William Aber­ letters of congratulations from members of nathy; Pastor Bill Abernathy. former churches and other friends around On February 1, the Immanuel Baptist the country and around the world. Church, 3417 Palmetto Street, Columbus, Follow ing the morning service a cold cut Gospel Teams Ohio, celebrated the fact that their Pastor buffet dinner was served in the church and his wife, Rev. and Mrs. William E. fellowship hall. The celebration concluded NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR NOVEMBER 1987 Abernathy, have faithfully served in the with a brief program which included com ­ THROUGH MAY 1988. GROUPS AVAILABLE ARE: Gospel ministry for 40 years. Pastor Aber­ ments by area pastors. nathy began his ministry in October 1946 at Prior to coming to Immanuel in 1969, Pas­ □Master's Puppets Jones Memorial Church in Mooresville, tor and Mrs. Abernathy served at the Jones North Carolina. He has been at Immanuel Memorial Church in Mooresville, N.C. for □ Swordbearers since February 1, 1969. 3 years, the Pennside Community Chapel Approximately 50 special guests from in Pennside, Delaware for 2xh years, and DKingsmen Quartet Ohio, Michigan, West Virginia, and New First Baptist Church o f New field New Jer­ Jersey joined Immanuel’s congregation in sey for I 6V2 years. DAbundant Life Singers Please indicate your team preference and return this form to: CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES DEPARTMENT BAPTIST CHILDREN’S HOME & FAMILY MINISTRIES CEDARVILLE COLLEGE INDIANA OHIO < ADOPTION BOX 601 SERVICES CEDARVILLE. OH 45314 FOSTER CARE RESIDENTIAL Pastor ______2______CARE MATERNITY Church ______CARE FAMILY COUNSELING Address ______

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