''And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the Lortfs glory, are being transformed into his likeness, with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit." 2 Co. 3:18

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In With The New, But What About The Old? Of renovation, additions, and...

Stephanie Huston Concordia College Wisconsin's new fieldouse fuels plans for renovation of the Barth gymnasium, dormitory additions for Augsburg and Witt,enberg, and maybe the perfect place for the Milwaukee Bucks to train. Concordia's President, Dr. Buuck, said the Barth gym will be converted into an auditorium. The new auditorium will be used for music recitals, drama productions and classrooms. By having a seating capacity between 500 to 600, the revised auditorium will be able to hord conferences with large meeting groups. Dr. Buuck also said the faculty committee has not explored the possibilites ofthestage area, but they have developed plans for the new auditorium. With the increasing number of students enrolling here at Concordia College Wisconsin, there is a need for. additional dormitories. Dr. Buuck said Augsburg and Wittenberg are the two dorms being considered for renovation. "We are definitely in need of additional space for the additional dorms," said Dr. Buuck. "We have been considering renovating the infrequently used lounges in both dorms as areas for the additional dorms." The southwest wing of Wittenberg has one floor, but the facility is constructed for two floors. Concordia plans to bl,lild another flu or in order to create the additional dorm space. The construction for both dormitories will not· take place until next summer. When asked ifthe Milwaukee Bucks have been contacted about using the new field house for training, Dr. Buuck said the athletic department did ask if it would be advisable to contact the Milwaukee Bucks. "I feel it's a good idea, but we must make sure this doesn't interfere with the school's activities," Dr. Buuck said. Currently, no serious negotiations have taken place, but the school is very interested in this possiblity. Additional Shedding Light on No-Drinking This Present Darkness Rule Tom Mansfield Enforced This Present Darkness is a novel about a small town being taken over by members of the New Age Movement. In shocking detail, Peretti shows us Ed Nitz how the New Age Movement is taking over Ashton, a small rural c~mmunity. A supplemental drinking Beginning with the students at the local college, we are taken into the rule that went into effect early spiritual world. Slowly, but quite innocently, students are being taught the September is currently being en­ methods of getting in touch with their "inner selves." While in deep meditation, forced on the CCW campus. they summon spirits from the spirit world. Quickly, we come to the realization The regulation falls under Code 30.00130.10-.19 (UnChristian­ that these spirits, who are disguised as beautiful and innocent, are actually like Conduct) and affects anyone hideous demons. showing voilent or obnoxious be­ At the same time, we are introduced to guardian angels. These haviourwhen returning to campus "warriors" from heaven have been sent to Ashton to combat the wills of intoxicated. darkness because of a few prayerful people that have a strong faith. In addition, it encompasses anyone too drunk to physically walk As the story quickly unfolds, we find ourselves looking at a town coming and those getting ill on campus apart at the seams for no apparent reason. From the newspaper editor, the property as a direct result of being chief-of-police to the pastors of the local congregation, and even storekeepers inebriated. who are only mentioned in passing, no one is left untouched by the demonic Penalties for this Level C movement. offense are a fine of $20 to $40, 5 to 9 points and 3 to 6 months of disci­ Although Peretti puts this in novel form, we can see the seeds of truth plinary probation. throughout our society. The demons of lust, greed, murder, hate, deceit, and There are many reasons many more are everywhere we turn. Yet, we can take comfort in knowing that given for the implementation of we have guardian angels who are constantly looking after us. We can also see these new measures. Safety and the importance of prayer in our daily walks as Christians. security were two of the central goals in this decision, according to If you have ever wondered what the New Age Movement is all abopt, Vice President of Student Life, or what kind of people become involved in New Age, or how serious or Andrew Luptak. harmless the New Age "stuff' is, This Present Darkness may begin to open your Head of Campus Security, eyes. Peretti gives us a hard-hitting, realistic look at a demonic movement that Craig Mellendorf, said, "Some 90% has been getting larger year after year. Don't scoff at this as more religious of vandalism on· CCW's campus is alcohol related." jibber-jabber. It's true! Just take a look around and then read this book. It was hoped that by the above action, some of these past Peretti, Frank E., This Present Darkness. Crossway Books: Westchester, problems might be avoided. Illinois. 1986. DeGarmo & Key Interview These Christian rock artists answer tough questions on the medium they use to spread the Gospel. Thomas B. Leavitt This is the final installment (notes and beats) hold within What are you saying to the I know that's the only way a per­ of the DeGarmo & Key inter­ themselves no morals, no good mainline churches in this song? son can be saved. He or she must view. The remaining parts will or evil substance. Music is A I guess if you're asking depend on God's grace. If there is be broadcast over our campus the ammoral vehicle that trans­ theologically about this song, any kind of works involved or self­ radio station, WCCW, along with ports the message (lyrics), the then we are addreSSing the sufficiency, it just voids thewhole a vari.ety of DeGarmo & Key's moral content of what the issue of "free will" vs. "deci­ deal. music. Date and time of the writer is trying to project. sion theology." Or, "baptism Salvation is grace through broadcast will be posted in the When wesay that all rock immersion" vs. "sprinkling." faith worked by the Holy Spirit. daily bulletin. music (meaning the notes and We are addressing the differ­ Q. Do you believe that the Bible beats) is evil, then we actually ent worShip forms. can be "reinterpreted" to answer Q. There are many traditional­ are destroying the ammoral For example, take the the issues of today's world, such ists within all the mainline de­ vehicle. We should really be Pentecostal churches. They as the issue of homosexuality, the nominations that feel Christian looking at the moral content, use the use of "gifts" in their gender of God, creation, eutha­ rock music has no place in the the message, the lyrics. worship service. This is a very nasia, infanticide, etc.? life of a Christian. Is there any We have to be careful not integral part of their worShip. A I believe that the Bible is Scriptural support for this? to stereotype things. Whereas, Lutherans use their totally the inspired Word of God. A There is none. In fact, the Q. Would it be safe to say "liturgy" as a very integral and That it is ineirant and cannot be Bible says to praise the Lord with that your music is evenly mixed spiritual part of their serv­ reinterpreted for any reason much loud music, and I do my best to with what Lutheran's call Law ices. less to' satisfy the conscience of do that! One should have no and Gospel? When we say that we the sinner. doubt that some of the music (in A Yes. The Lord has seen "heard the Devil's voice to­ Q. During your concerts, Dana O.T. times) played in worShip fit to bless us through the day," I truly believe that Satan Key presents the Gospel between and praise to God was done loudly wealth of His Word and uses these things within the each song. After the sermon, you and jubilantly. It was done as through many of our life's mainline churches to separate ask the people: if there is anyone loud as they could do it in their experiences in relating Law believers. And we feel Jesus in the audience who would like to time. and Gospel to our listeners. Christ is deeply grieved by receive Christ into their lives, they Q. What do you feel about the "Under the Son" is a Law this. should meet in a room whereyou, criticism that rock and roll is and Gospel song. Simply If I believe I should be several pastors and counselors will "the pevil's beat"? stating what's in the song: if immersed in baptism and that pray and counsel them. A. Oh, I think it's ludicrous you have Christ}n,your heart by grace, through thewill that Aren't there a lot of kids actually. I've heard it called as your Saviour, you are "under God gave me, I can make a comirig "forth just to meet you everything from the Devil's music the Son." That's Gospel! If decision to have Christ come guys rather than to receive Christ to the Satanic African beat. you are "of the world and out into my life, then will He still into their hearts? Andifso, what When I ~as in college, I took of control," you are "under love me? Am I saved? is the purpose of this call? a Il}usic history course and found the gun." That's the Law! And ifyou believe in sprin­ A I'd have to say there aresome out that in the 13th and 14th Q. Here are the lyrics to one kling baptism or tha t man has who come forward just to meet centuries, the church sang in what of your songs. no decision in allowing Christ us. However, I know this also we call "perfect fourths." "Here into his heart, will He refuse happen with adults when a popu­ You say I must not sing or dance comes the bride" is in perfect They say the Spirit must come to love you and are you saved? lar evangelist has an altar call. In fourths. through I truly believe that Scrip­ effect, these people are taking up Most modern music is in You say that I must be immersed turespeaks to the fact that we space where non-Christians should thirds. In the 13th and 14th They say a sprinkling will do are both loved by Him; we are be. And I'm sure there are non­ Will you still love me after I choose? centurjes, if you sang in thirds,' both a part of the body of believers who come forward so you were considered a heretic. If You say a man has free will Christ, and we are both saved. that they might tell their friends you sang in seven ths, they called They say he really isn't free Q. Eddy, that brings up an that they got close to the evangel­ it "Satan's seventh." Someofour You pray exactly what you feel interesting subject. What do ist. They memorize their liturgy most popular hymns today use Will you still love me after I choose? you say are the Biblical "in_ Does this mean Billy Gra­ sevenths, e.g. "Amazing Grace." gredients" for one's salvation, ham shouldn't have altar calls? I Music, in my way of think­ Doesn't the issue stand upon this and how does one receive think not. God knows each per­ truth? ing, is an ammoral thing. I think Up on a cross He died for sinners them? son's heart. We can only give music is a vehicle used to trans­ Up on a cross between two thieves A Salvation comes strictly God's Word to these people-that's port a thought. The music itself from grace. Paul stales this where the power is. The topic: The Pros and Cons of the Wisconsin Lottery

Kevin Wudtke Lotteries are nothing new, and they have been quite helpful to both government and taxpayer alike. The Virginia Company of London held lotteries to help send the first American colonists to Jamestown. Lotteries were held in Massachusetts and Virginia to pay for the French and Indian War. The Continental Congress authorized a lottery in 1776 to raise more than $1 million for the Continental Army. Columbia University, Harvard, Princeton, Yale, Dartmouth, William and Mary and other prominent schools got seed money from lottery revenues. Today, 22 states plus the District of Columbia, the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico offer lotteries as a way to earn money, pulling in $9.9 billion in 1985 alone. Over half of the population lives in those states, and an estimated 60% ofthose play the lottery, often reducing their taxes as they do. In Connecticut, for example, lottery earnings were one reason legislators could avoid imposing an income tax and start cranking down the states steep sales tax. In Maryland, every homeowner, whether he played the lottery or not, realized a $120 savings in property taxes in 1985 due to lottery revenue. As for Wisconsin, the picture looks like this:

The state should rake in $44 million to $1 billion a year in gross lottery sales after a three year start-up period. About one half would be paid out in prizes. The state's take should be $54 million to $400 million. The money would be applied to some form of property tax relief, although a tax cut is considered highly unlikely. The state bureaucracy should expand by 150 to 200 employees, their salaries paid for.With lottery proceeds. T.V. and radio should benefit from lottery advertising, perhaps up to $2 million a year. Lottery tickets would be sold at 5000 stores, gas stations, taverns, etc. The businesses should receive a 5% commISsion on ticket sales.

As for some concrete facts, in the 1987 fiscal year, Illinois put $553 million into its state school fund from lottery revenue. Granted, the Illinois lottery is more mature than Wisconsin's, but that's not saying that Wisconsin's lottery would not earn that much after a few years.

Duane Osterloth Wisconsin state legislators have progressed considerably down the road of legalized gambling. From bingo in 1973 and raffles in 1977, Wisconsin is now blessed with a state lottery. But does this "blessing" have a place in an enlightened society? Proponents of legalized gambling assert that state lotteries tax the people in a painless way. Yet many studies have shown that state lotteries are far from painless. Since the state has legitimized gambling and made it so easily accessible to the public, many people who normally never gamble now become gamblers - even compulsive gamblers. Sadly, those who can least afford to throwaway their money are now contibuting the largest amount !n state lotteries. A study from Maryland discovered that the poorest one-third of state households bought half of all weekly tickets. Proportionally, lower income people spend more money on lottery tickets than on necessities for the family - food, clothing, health care, housing, and education. Far too many participants habitually sacrifice large parts of their pay checks to the "big win" obsession. Consequently, state lotteries contribute to the deterioration of families, dependency on welfare, bankruptcy, thievery, and feelings of dispair. The business community suffers as well. Money which might be spent on food, clothing, furniture, and other consumer items, is diverted from the local businesses and poured into the state lottery. This is especially detrimental to struggling small businesses in low-income neighborhoods. Naturally, the respectability of state governments detriorates with their endorsement oflotteries for state lotteries place the state directly in the business of selling a product where nearly all of its customers lose. Instead of protecti~g its citizens, the state actively exploits them. Advertising for lotteries sells the illusion that people can get something for nothing. This assaults the traditional work ethic. Ironically, by promoting the easy wealth illusion, the state undermines the value of education, job training, and hard work. State legislators are not immune to this illusion. Trends in other states indicate that legislators may become addicted and dependent on this quick source of revenue. When budget problems arise, legislators may open the door futher to dog racing and possibly horse racing in Wisconsin. These forms of gambling commonly invite various forms of illegal gambling and organized crime. Some erroneously believe that the state can gamble itself rich. Gambling does not create any new wealth; rather, it robs money from the state's economy and money of its citizens and redistributes it unequally to a few people. Some try to justify state lotteries by directing some lottery revenues to good causes, such as welfare. In reality, lotteries are an inefficient way to collect money. Nearly 60% of the lottery money is spent on prizes, administration, and advertising. The poor end up giving more to the state through lotteries than they receive from the state lottery revenues. The little amount they receive often is poured back into the lottery. The state, if it is responsible for the damage it has done to its citizens, will have to increase its welfare budget as the lottery takes its toll on the poor. Our faith in Christ has called us away from Cain's callous indifference toward his brother. Rather, we are our brother's keeper. Should we then support something that preys on the weakness of our neighbor? Lotteries entice our greed and lead us away from contentment with the things God has given us. St. Paul addresses the danger of the love of money (I Tim. 6:6-10). He also speaks out against idleness and asserts that we should work as a means of support (II Thess. 3:6- 12). Thus, we should not set our desire on getting something for nothing.

\. : Meet Misao What if ... ? Lisa Cler Beginning Japanese is Foundation. After applying for the edNitz taught by a real expert here at position, she went through several How many times have you wanted to go home Concordia! interviews and exams, one of which but couldn't find a ride to save your life? Or from the Professor Misao Ka­ was an English proficiency exam opposite end, have you ever wished for some company wamura arrived here from Tokoyo, that many international students and someone to share gas costs? Japan this past summer. She was are presently preparing for here at Many of the UW schools and area colleges one ofthe 50 people chosen out of Concordia. maintain "ride boards." These ride boards consist of 200 or more applicants to teach Before coming to Concor­ two sections: one holds a zoned map of the state of Japanese in the United States. dia to teach, Misao attended Geor­ Wisconsin, and the second holds ride cards that corre­ . "I think Japanese is im­ gia Southwestern College, where spond to the zoned areas on the map. portant for students for it will former President Jimmy Carter There are two types of these ride cards which broaden their world views by tak­ graduated. There she was instructed are color coded. ing a foreign language. Japanese by Dr. Eleanor Harz Jorden, who If an individual desired riders, he would need is one of the recommended lan­ wrote Japanese: The Spoken Lan­ to fill out a card with his name, the time and departure guages because it is so challenging guage. date along with the same return information, and fi­ and provides you a new aspect of Misao found Georgia's n.ally, the phone number or address where prospective thinking." Southern hospitality to be very nders may reach him. Those wishing to serve notice of a ride needed Photo by: Jeff Shultz comforting. "There were many ·. . . . '...... Baptists in Georgia. I found them would fill out a different colored card with similar • very different from Lutherans. information. Lutherans seem more structured Tht< above idea could be done very inexpen­ and hard to fit into unless I learn sively and would certainly become an important service more about them." of Concordia College Wisconsin to its students. Misao has round Southeast­ ern Wisconsin to be very spacious. (If you have an idea that might benefit the students or' "The people here are very friendly the general campus community and would like to see and caring," she says. your idea addressed, please put it in writing and deposit Misao currently works part­ time at the Highland House in addition to her work at Concordia. She has recently passed the written test for the Wisconsin State Driver's Happy Thanksgiving License and is ~orking towards the from The Beacon staff! road examination. • • When asked what her fu­ • ••••••••••••••••• ture goal is, she said: "I want to be a caring psychologist." Misao Kawamura

Mi~ao was born in Kofu, a city north ofTokoyo. She gradu­ a ted from the International Chris­ ~ $ ~ N85 W15796 Appleton Ave. Free Pick-up and Delivery I\!fY1M I\@!/J5/. Menomonee Falls, WI tian lIniversityin Tokoyo, major­ 53051 ing in Humanities. 1 & 2 Color Printing Misao was employed for six years at Barclay's Bank in Graphic Design Tokoyo; then she went to work for a securities company. After leav­ 251-6634 ing that comp~ny, she decided to • Personal Stationery travel. Misao spent two months sightseeing in Kenya, England, • Newsletters • Business Cards Canada and the United States. • Resumes • Business Forms When looking for her next destination, she saw an advertise­ • Labels • Invitations ment for a teaching eXChange through the Hokkaido Harris Calls Jeanne Helmkamp Volleyball Wrap-up: Last year, the Concordia Falcon basketball team fell behind Can You "Dig" it? Soccer Season Marian and Northwestern to place third in the Lake Michigan Conference with a 10-4 conference record. This year, Varsity Coach Wayne Rasmussen is ready to take his team all the way to the top. Ruth Oehme andlulieZahnow "Best Ever" "Northwestern should be about the same this year," said Ras­ mussen. "Marian is hard to tell. They were heavily hit by guys leaving the The Lady Falcon James M. Jaeger program." According to Rasmussen, he lostonevel)'strong player to gradu­ volleyball team has really pulled Although the Concor­ ation - Ted Karling. "Loosing Ted will hurt. Ted was a vel)' good defensive from within themselves this year. dia Falcon soccer team finished player." They could have been s,atisfied with a record of 8-8, it was a This year the team has five seniors, and 13 underclassmen. "We labeling this a reb.uilding sea­ season which Coach Dan Harris really don't have an inexperienced team. We have two good sophomores, Steve Henningfield and Roland Sangster. We also have junior, Chuck son, but instead, they gave it called the "best ever." Oliver, who saw a lot of playing time last year and junior, Matt Thies, who their all and ended up with an "Record-wise it was an is our captain," Rasmussen pointed out. overall record of 15-11, and a up and down season," said Har­ The Falcons finished their season with four of their players 7-1 conference record that placed ris. "Overall efficiency and tacti­ averaging in double figures (Sangster, 11.1; Oliver, 11.0; Dan Hueller, 14.2; and Brian Schloesser, 12.3). them 3rd in conference. cally, itwas a season ofsuccess. It Rasmussen said, "Most of our scoring is back. Mike Hucke "We had a rebuilding is safe to say that we can compete averaged over eight points for us. Thies, our best defensive player, averages season this year," said senior with anybody." captain Kerri Rolf. "We also The Falcons handed worked as a team." UW-Oshkosh (ranked 19th in the Falcon Basketball "Kerri Rolfs leadership nation, NCAA Division III) its and playing ability will be greatly only loss of the season by the Aims For Conference missed," said Coach Lois Mueller. score of 2-1 in OT. Coach Mueller had a The Falcons also came Title in 188-89 lot of talent and potential to close to defeating conference rival work·with. She added that this Marian College and UW-Parkside year the team finished on a dis­ (ranked 9th in the nation for appOinting note, but is looking NAIA) in the first round of the forward to the next couple of play-offs. seasons. "Our biggest problem Every returning player was the inability of our defense had to do her part to make the to play 90 minutes of mistake rookies feel at home. Freshman free soccer due to our lack of ex­ Candi Kentopp said, "It was hard perience," said freshman stand­ to know what to expect after out Pat Goolsby. coming out of high school. But "I basically tried to be a through God, we all worked team player, as well as establish together as a team. I am looking myself as a force to be reckoned forward to next season. With with in the league," said Goolsby. our young team, we can go far." The season furnished Sophomore Dawn individual highlights, as well, Cochran added, "The experience including nine goals and five that everyone got will only help assists by sophomore Brad us as a team move higher and Seefeld, which tied the school higher." by Freshman Mark Poellet can only say, "Awesome,"as he watches senior record held Kou Seying in 1986. guard, Andy Locke, throw up a prayer in practice. That's Chuck Oliver The Falcons'future looks laughing in the background with Coach Rasmussen. Photo: Jeff Jacobs bright, as the whole squad re­ about eight points per game, and he's back also. Our best hustler, Andy turns next year with the excep­ BOOKLETS Locke, and most inspirational player, Hueller, are back, so we have su bstan­ BROCHURES tionofseniors Brian Hughes and tial players returning." BUSINESS CARDS Phil Wilke. The Falcons also had two players named All-Conference - Oliver CARBONLESS "Over the off-season we and Hueller. CONTINUOUS "We're looking really good this year," said Oliver. "We're really have to work on our skills ENVELOPES stronger than last year. We want to win the conference and take our team FORMS because of the better teams and to district playoffs. We have a bad taste in our mouth from last year because LETIERHEADS the people coming in," stated of our bad record, and we know we are better than that. This year we want 903 BEECH STREET LABELS to prove that we can be better." LETIERHEADS sophomore Tom Librizzi. Rasmussen is in his sixth year as Head Coach of the men's GRAFTON, WI 53024 "N ext year we will have PROGRAMS basketball program at Concordia. He has 20 prior years of experience in 414-3 75-1184 . and COLOR the maturity to make the record coaching. equivalent to the performance," "I hope that we will be able to get a maximum effort out of our players," Rasmussen said, "and get them to be as unselfish as possible." said Harris. Lady Falcons Ready to Hoop Jeanne Helmkamp The Lady Falcon basketball "Lakeland will still be being conference champs and get­ people on our team. I think our team team is looking forward to starting its new real strong this year. They have the ting a N team started. should do really well. I hope that we season. Last year, the Falcons placed ability to repeat their conference "I have an assistant play better than Lakeland." second in conference and ended with a title," Finke said. coach this year who helps me with Sophomore Chris Howard 12-14 record. The Lady Falcons look to Finke, who has coached the Varsity and will also take the said, 'There's a lot more enthusiasm improve their record this y~r . the girls' program for four years Junior Varsity. We hope that can than last year. This year, the girls are In the 1987-88 season, Con­ now, also stated, "I hope that the bear some dividends for us down clapping and yelling during practice." cordia fell to conference champs recruiting that Lakeland and us did the road because we need some "I'm looking forward to our Lak~land in two games. will force the other schools to im­ depth to the team." first game," said Finke. "It'll be an "We just didn't have enough prove their programs also. I see that Point guard, Cindy exciting and difficult time before rebounding inside," said Coach Chuck as a plus because the Lake Michigan Luebner, returns this year after Christmas. We need to get things Finke. "We had poo.r strength inside to Conference will be a lot stronger stealing the show in the 1987-88 smoothed out. I think we'll be a com­ handle s9me of the tough teams last year, than the previous years." season. Luebner set a record for petitive team, and I hope the kids will and we did not have enough balanced While the team will miss both men and women at Concordia enjoy watching us play here at Concor­ scoring." the precense of such top contribu­ as she scored an unprecedented dia." "We do have some taller girls tors as Cindy Sowells and Kathy 500 points in one season. this year," said Finke, "but our disadvan­ Lewis, Finke has big hopes for the Luebner commented, tage is that we are terribly young. Lady FalcOns this year, including "It's really exciting to see lots of

A Crushing Defense Leads Falcons to Conference Title

Jim McClellan It all began three seasons ago with a 49-48 loss to Lake Defensive back, Kris Genske said, "The attitude of the Forest. After that loss, the Falcon's Head Coach, Courtney Meyer, team after the first loss was a compliment to the guys." And decided that it was time to make some defensive improvements. running-back, Torrey Jackson credited the success of the season From that point on, when an athlete was recruited out of to "good experiences from the new coaches." high school and had experience in a defensive position, he was Atthe end of their season, the Falcons were ranked 20th placed in that spot on Concordia's roster. in the nation in the NAIA division and needed a ranking of at The decision has paid off. least 16th to make any national playoffs. The Concordia Falcons lead the nation in two out of four The Falcons finished 18th in the final NAIA standings. defensive categories. First, the Falcons have allowed only 156 The team, coaches, and fans can be proud of a conference title offensive yards per game according to the totals released after and a defense that boasts as being best in the nation. seven games played. In addition, Concordia allowed only 62 Steve Suchmeyer Jim Ueffring Jim Stolz Greg Hintz yards total on the ground. That averages out to only 8.9 yards Dave Schmid Scott Reineck Mike Fullington Greg Schmirler ~shing per game; not even enough for a first down. , MMWO OttaIllIh Jon Thome Don Stultz Lance Hoffman Dladd Daugherty Jeff Brown Jeny RaI2bUIlJ PaulOemens The FalCon football team ended the season with an Sean Bacon Jeff Croysdale Teil Ueungh Don Mussfeldt Kris Genske Mark Beierle Paul Fischer Vito Marchese impressive 8-1 record, clinching the conference title. Chris Maynard Ward Hollingsworth Gene Johnson Rob Reijnke Paul Schmirler John Dutton Jeff Moravec John Mau JlmLubbad TomPotrZllz ' • Allen Hollzhelmer Jeff Hynes Kelly Leaty Robert Blake Torrey Jackson Ken KaIser Gemt Gronowski Dan Jewell Reporter: Lisa Cler Photos by: Jeff Shultz

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I felt compelled to write Patten contends that the this response to The Beacon af­ "Last Temptation" reveals the ter Tim Patten's "review "of "The human side of Christ in a way Last Temptation" appeared in the that makes him no different than October issue. any other man. The film, how­ . While I respect Tim ever, does not support this: Patten's conscience and his de­ William Dafoe portrays Christ sire to avoid going to see it, to as very different, yielding to God's write a review without firsthand will for him, suffering whipping, knowledge is not only impossible, a crown ofthorns, and ultimately it is reprehensible. death on the cross. Moreover, No matter how many Kazantzakis portrays Christ as critics one reads, ultimately the rejecting even the last tempta­ film has to be judged by an indi­ tion of a normal life and mar­ The editorial "Is It Really The 'Last Temptation'?" was a disappoint­ vidual himself. riage and death from old age. ment. It is appropriate for Christians to defend Jesus if, in fact, he is really being . Each critic brings bias I believe it will be obvi­ attacked. to pis review, even though Mr. ous to viewers of the film that I respect the author's convictions, but it seems to me that one of the Patten claims ~o have read widely, Scorcese does not see Jesus as purposes of institutions of higher learning (including Christian ones) is to en­ courage open discussion of important issues. That can happen only if people see his conclusion that the movie is "an invention for those who need this movie. pure junk is based on hearsay. a crutch to get them through life." It can also hllPpen only after people have read the works of Unfortunately, he per­ It is also unlikely that Kazantzakis. Throughout his novels, Kazantzakis wrestles with the question of petuates the errors of other re­ such a film would make a fast what it means to be fully human. The ultimate question, for him, was to understand what humanity meant for Jesus. viewers. Lines and situations from buck. Art films such as this sel­ Whether you agree with the way in which he did it or not, "Last the movie have been quoted out dom break even at the box office Temptation" (in both book and film) accepts divinity for Christ. He performs ' of context, and misinterpretations and to suggest Scorcese uses Christ miracles and has a special relationship with his Father. He is meant to save the are consequently made. Some for his own monetary advantage world through his crucifIXion and, in fact, does! What Kazantzakis cannot understand, however, is the way in which critical viewpoints have somehow is highly unlikely. Jesus' humanity functioned. How did he whom Luke 2:52 says "increased in become dogma, unquestionably The film seems to genu­ wisdom and stature" mature? The fact that the film shows it somewhat clumsily true and unchangeable. inely advocate Christ's efficacious does not set aside a profound question. . Although "The Last Furthermore, if Jesus, according to Hebrews 4:15 was "tempted in all suffering. Jesus says at one point things just as we, yet without sin," where does ontxlraw the line on that spectrum Temptation" is indeed controver­ in the film: "I'm the sacrifice; which runs from thought to fascination to lust to action? sial and has scenes which may without me there could be no re- This latter question is what Kazantzakis wrestles with at the cross. It offend some Christia.ns, to say demption." .' . is true that there are sexual scenes, but they are the details in Kazantzakis'larger parable. And interpreters of parables know that you must never get lost in the that those who choose to see it The fact that Scorcese details. have been "masterfully deceived struggles with his Christianity is, The temptation is not to have sex, but to face the theological issue of by Satan" is an exaggeration that I believe, not a sign of his weak the cross. The cross means self-denial. To accept crucifIXion is to reject the cannot be'supported by facts. faith. Like Kazantzakis, Scorc­ prospect of marriage, children, 'relationships with family and friends and the special insights and joys which accompany growing old. All ofthis, in the mind .I wonder' if Mr. fatten ese is examining one of the most ofthe author, came to the fore in the supreme moment of final agony at the cross would have us reject any contro­ powerful figures in history and when the author also assumes the temptation would have been the greatest. versial work--literature, art, or speculating on how his human What they (Scorcese and Kazantzakis) were wrestling with was the film--on the basis of it being non­ nature would have reacted to his question about the nature oftemptation for one who was also fully human. And the conclusion was that it involved clinging to life rather than seeking the will of Christian. If so, our reading selection as the Messiah. God! That is profound Christian theology! The fact that Jesus in this halluci­ material will be severely limited. While Christians may natory parable chose to return to the cross is the point which makes the reader/ Kazantzakis' work does disagree with the visual effects viewer ponder, not the fictitious details along the way. notclaim to beabout the his tori­ and dispute the fact that Christ Neither the book nor the movie attack Jesus. They present a public struggle with issues the church attempted to resolve with the creeds of the third, cal Christ--

Much has been written about "The Last Temptation of I am writing in response to a comment made in last Christ" in recent weeks. Most of the reviews have been crItical month's issue. Students were asked what they thought of the (including the review that appeared in the last issue of the new fieldhouse and the comment was made, "Religiously, it Beacon). will have no effect unless we evangelize the athletes. The field­ The Lutheran Witness has also referred to this film. In house won't spread the gospel; students will." the August issue an article indicates that the "Synod's Board for I am an athlete and my first reaction to the comment Communications Services (BCS) has expressed its concern over was very negative - I never thought of my teammates and the release of a controversial film about the life of Christ and myself as needing evangelism anymore than the people in the urges Lutherans not to patronize it at local theaters." crowd. However, the more I thought about the comment, the In the September issue, Dr. Ralph Bohlmann writes an more I realized this isn't the point that person was making. I excellent article on the topic: "Stand Up for Jesus." There he saw it as a strike against the athletes on campus, but what he reitera tes the advice given in the August issue and also says ofthe was probably saying was that we need to find ways to give glory film: "Let's stay away from it and express our protest to local to God throught the blessings He has given us. theater operators." He speaks of a "fictionalized and irreverent My point is my original judgment was wrong. Similar cinematic treatment of our Lord's life and death" and compares judgments have existed among us, at least since I arrived here it to the "Jesus" that has emerged from much of the radical over three years ago. There seems to be distinct separation historical criticism that has been applied to the Gospel accounts between the two male dorms here on campus and there is a of His life in many areas of the Christian church tOday. whole lot of judging going on. The people of Wittenberg, for Now the November issue has another article that refers the most part, view Augsburgas a retreat for pre-sem students to this film, this one written by the Rev. Herbert Hoefer. He says who can't live with roommates, ca,n't relate to the majority of that the most offensive part did not come during the "unhistori­ the school and don't want to. Meanwhile, Augsburg views cal and undivine portrayal of Jesus' life" but rather toward the Wittenberg as "Sinberg" - a place where evil runs wild creating end where Jesus hallucinates a meeting with St. Paul. He calls an environment where Christianity is choking to death. this "a frontal attack on the integrity of the apostles and on the These might be exaggerations, but stereotypes be­ authenticity of the Gospel." This same incident is also referred tween the two do exist and both pass judgment quickly upon to in Tim Patten's review of the film in the last issue of the each other. It's true the fieldhousewon'tspread the gospel, nor Beacon and is correctly condemned by him. wil the chapel, nor the dorms. Showing love and·understand­ Why, then, is the advice not to see this film, given in the ing would be a more effective way than passing judgment and Lutheran Witness good advice? Manyofthe articles about Jesus building spirtual walls. We are to love and serve God by loving that appear in the public press and in the news magazines are and serving others. How can this happen if we isolate our­ obviously intended to raise doubts in the minds of Christians selves from each other? concerning who Jesus Christ really is. They attack the heart of Christianity - the incarnation. They come under Jesus' warning Andrew Locke to beware of false prophets whom He calls ravenous wolves. Is there any reason to think that this film was not produced for the same reason? In Matt. 18:6-7, Jesus says: "If anyone should cause one of these little ones to lose faith in me, it would be better for that person to have a large millstone tied around his neck and be MEQUON drowned in the deep sea. How terrible for the world that there are things that make people lose their faith! Such things will also SEB'V-'" happen - but how terrible for the one who causes them!" (G

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Central Theme? Ann E. Eggebrecht TIlEATER Once again, here are a few Milwaukee Repertory'Theater -"Precious Dear Editor: things going on around Milwaukee. Get Memories" by Romulus Linney. Set in When I was asked to write an article, it was to be a simple out and enjoy! Appelachia during the twenties, this play report on what the Student Government is doing. Well, I'm going to looks at all kinds of givers and takers. In swi tch the theme around a little: what should the students bedoing in this ART the end, is there redemption and final supposed 'Christian College'. Many of you by now are probably thinking Thru Nov. 26: Hands Making Paper - grace for the givers, those who live without to yourselves, "He's using a cop-out because Student Government is More than 20 regional and national artists greed? 108 E. Wells St. 224-9490. doing nothing," or, "What does he mean by'supposed'?" I'll explain both. exhibit their work in handmade paper. . First of all, this is not a cop-out. I promise you that next month Katie Gingrass Gallery, 714 N. Milwau­ Opening Nov. 20: Milwaukee Chamber I will give you a full and complete report of Student Government's kee St. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Theater - "Murder in the Cathedral" by activities. But at this moment the projects we ani working on are at a 289-0855. TS. Eliot. The martyrdom of Thomas delicate stage, and publicity will only hinder what weare attempting todo. Becket dramatizes the conflict between Thru Nov. 30: Henry Moore Exhibition - The only 'thing I can say is that campus life will change if some of these integrity and political expediency. St. Both prints and sculpture will be shown. things P!lss. 'Nuff said. Paul'sEpiscopal Church,914 E.Knapp St. Posner Gallery, 207 N. Milwaukee St. Now we get down to the nitty-gritty aspect of this article. Let Wed.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 and 7 p.m. Tues.-Sat. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 273-3097. me warn you now that most of you won't like what I have to say, but it is 276-8842. the truth. Also, this applies to everyone on this campus, myselfincluded. Opening Dec. 16: Milwaukee Institute of A couple of days ago, I saw U2's Rattle and Hum. As I was Opening Dec. 4: First Stage Milwaukee - Art and Design -Annual student Holiday watching this film, a feeling of sorrow overcame J;Ile. Throughout Rattle "Poe" a dramatization of stories and poems Exhibition. Frederick Layton Gallery, and Hum, I saw how much the four band members of U2 cared for the by Edgar Allen Poe. Todd Wehr Theater, MIAD, 342 N. Water St. Mon.-Sat. religious and political issues of our time, and this got me thinking about PAC, 929 N. WaterSt. 273-7206. Concordia. What have we stood up for lately, or even at all? What are 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. 276-7889. 'some of the major concerns on this campus? I'll tell you a few that I've heard through Student Government Information taken from the November and various conversations in the dorms or in classrooms: The drinking issue of Milwaukee Magazine. age is too high. How drunk did you get last night? How far did you get with him/her? What's in it forthecommuters? Where's the party tonight? That test was unfair! Did you hear who she's going out with now? The food here sucks! Doyou see something wrong with these arguments? They are all shallow, selfish, and self-centered. There are major issues out in the SKI SAL real world, people, and we're ignoring them. ON SALE NOW: Did you know that the killing of infants, abortion, is still going on this very instant? Did you realize that apartheid is still going strong in SIMS Snow Boards South Africa? Did you comprehend the Presidential election that just Downhill and X-Country occured? Did you know that terrorist bombings are still happening in Israel, Europe, Ireland? Did you know that we have alcoholics living on Fashions from this campus? Whitestag • Let me ask you one question: What are you doing in the midst of all of ihese crises? People, are we, or are we not a Christian college? Sunbuster What is the central, driving force of Concordia College Wis­ Nike consin? 'Is it our athletics? Many students will (and have) said it is. ~s it OUf quality education? ' Is it the alcohol-centered parties? Yet again, Hind many students have agreed, and by their actions have shown, that alcohol Subello is a major part of their lives. Skiwear for the entire The world is hurting; it needs help. No one will argue that. But f~mily, we have &ome major sicknesses here too. Let's wake up folks. The center of this college, as well as our lives, should be Jesus Christ. If this were true, we wouldn't have seven people picketing abortion clinics, we'd have seven-hundred. If this were true, there wouldn't be a need to drink alcohol to excess, If Christ were the center of this campus, we would not tolera te what is wrong in our world, we would pray for a way to have it end. Many of you are hurting, some in very deep ways. Christ can heal you. Some will laugh this off and go drinking sometime this week. Tell me semething, is it fun not remembering what you did? Was it fun throwing up? Did the alcohol give you the help and comfort you need, or did it just make you forget for a while. After all you drank, the problem is still there, isn't it? Alcohol is an addictive drug that ruins lives. It is never a problem-solver. Only Jesus Christ can help. Let 's~remember the real reason this college is here, and let's go Grafton Ski & Cyclery back to the One True Love. He's always there. We're the ones who walked away. Let's go back. 1239 12th Ave., Grafton James A ·Scheuer. New location: One block south of Hy. 60 on 57 Student Body V.P. 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