ECHO 2 Contents This magazine is produced three times a year to provide students, alumni, parents, friends and SUMMER 2018, Volume 16 | No. 6 donors with news from the institution, articles connecting our readers with our community and features on relevant Christian thought consistent with college standards. MISSION STATEMENT 3 19 Lancaster Bible College exists to educate Christian students to think and live a biblical The President LBC Graduates worldview and to proclaim Christ by serving Speaks 329 Students Him in the Church and society. VISION Lancaster Bible College will be a premier learning community that intentionally develops 7 25 the head, heart and hands of servant ministry leaders for global impact. How The Men’s Volleyball Team A Ministry Like ACCREDITATION Served Up its Best Season Yet No Other Accredited through the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and the Association for Biblical Higher Education Commission on Accreditation, LBC is also approved by the Pennsylvania Department 9 31 of Education and the Association of Christian Schools International. LBC is approved to The Gospel Social or Overcoming Obstacles operate in Pennsylvania, Florida, Maryland and the Social Gospel Tennessee. LBC is authorized to offer online programs in all states where our online students reside. 33 EDITORIAL COMMITTEE 11 LBC Breaks Ground Peter W. Teague, Ed.D. Building Up Students PRESIDENT on New Turf Field John Zeswitz, D.D. EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Philip Dearborn, Ed.D., (‘90) 13 35 PROVOST Caring for the IQ or EQ? Josh Beers, M.A.B.S. SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF STUDENT Least of These EXPERIENCE Rev. Rodney Carter, Jr., M.A. (‘18) 37 DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI 15 Alumni Judy Heckaman, B.S. (‘97) ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT Touching Hearts Keith Baum, B.A. (’19) & Changing Lives DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & 41 COMMUNICATIONS / EDITOR Upcoming Events Karen Perago, B.S. (‘85) MARKETING & ECHO PRODUCTION MANAGER Kelsey Madas, B.A. (‘15) CONTENT CREATOR, MANAGING EDITOR COVER: The 2018 LBC men’s volleyball Daniel Spanjer, Ph.D. team had its most successful season in CHAIR OF THE ARTS & SCIENCES DEPARTMENT program history winning their first-ever The perspectives of the author(s) do not necessarily North Eastern Athletic Conference represent the perspectives of Lancaster Bible Championship. College | Capital Seminary & Graduate School. lbc.edu ancaster Bible College took second and third place students were asked, “If you could start over, would in 2018 college rankings published by The Wall you still choose this college?” LBC earned a score of L Street Journal, edging out two Ivy League 9.46 out of 10. For the college’s placement of the Career institutions for the top spots. Preparation listing, those surveyed were asked, “Is your college effective in helping you to secure valuable LBC grabbed second place on a list of Top Schools internships that prepare you for your chosen career?” for Right Choice, placing ahead of Duke University and Brown University. The college also earned third The answers of LBC students gave the college a score place on a list of Students’ Top Schools for Career of 9.6 out of 10. Preparation, ranking ahead of Drexel University and “It never ceases to amaze me when these accolades, Dartmouth College. unpursued nor sought after, seemingly show up out The Wall Street Journal surveyed students and of the blue,” said Dr. Peter W. Teague, president of LBC. asked them a series of questions to determine each “It’s a testimony to what God is doing on our campus institution’s ranking. For the Right Choice category, in and through the lives of LBC students!”

Pictured: Counseling students hone their skill as they observe a practice therapy session in the Charles Frey Academic Center.

ECHO 2 What Is College for, Anyway?

n a back issue of New Republic Magazine, William Deresiewicz wrote a piece titled “Don’t Send Your Kid I to Ivy League,” subtitled: “The nation’s top colleges are turning our kids into zombies” (July 21, 2014). Deresiewicz (who, by the way, spent 24 years in the Ivy League, earned his PhD at Columbia, and was on the faculty at Yale for 10 years) wrote, “Our system of elite education manufactures young people who are smart and talented and driven, yes, but also anxious, timid, and lost, with little intellectual curiosity and stunted sense of purpose: trapped in a bubble of privilege, heading meekly in the same direction, great at what they are doing but with no idea why they are doing it.”

Deresiewicz found very few students were passionate about ideas. Very few saw college as part of a larger project of intellectual discovery and development. College students today are filled with fear, anxiety, depression, emptiness, aimlessness and isolation.

Ezra Klein, a journalist, blogger and columnist writes,“... colleges are producing a large number of very smart, completely confused graduates; kids who have ample mental horsepower, an incredible work ethic, and no idea what to do next.”

In other words, for all the money spent on college educations, he sees very little “return on investment.” What a bleak picture! With little intellectual curiosity and a stunted sense of purpose, no wonder students are filled with fear, anxiety, depression, emptiness, aimlessness and isolation. It begs the question, “What is college for anyway?” It’s an important question and one we need to think through.

College first and foremost is to teach us to think; not simply develop skills to a particular major or career. Students must establish communication between their mind and their heart, and their mind and experience, so they become the unique person God intended them to be. The assignment of college is to assist students in this journey. At Lancaster Bible College, we endeavor to stimulate our students’ intellectual curiosity. We expose students in a deep way to the Word of God, books, ideas, works of art, schools of thought and help them learn to think through different perspectives for their plans and purposes.

College is the best opportunity they will have to learn to think. It is the one season in their life when their main vocation, their primary goal, is focused on studying and learning.

That is why an undergraduate experience devoted exclusively to career preparation is four years largely

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wasted. Today’s college student will average 10 to 14 ministry leaders for global impact. As I presided over jobs by the time they reach age 38 (United States Bureau several commencements in May, I was struck with the of Labor Statistics). To quote an unknown author, “An fact that we have worked not just to have our students educational system isn’t worth a great deal if it teaches graduate with a degree but to have them leave the halls young people how to make a living but doesn’t teach of LBC with a road map for success in life and ministry them how to make a life.” and to embrace a strong sense of purpose to serve God and others. I was recently in a gathering of Association of Biblical Higher Education college presidents in Atlanta, where Students who invest little have little return on their the keynote presenter commented that the professor investment. Those who strive to do their best and who tells you “to remember this fact, you will need this are willing to pay the price for their own success – to every day for the rest of your lives,” is no longer in touch overcome all obstacles – will receive some magnificent with the reality of today’s students or the world in which promises. As we think of our 85th year soon to begin, we they live. You see, at Lancaster Bible College | Capital are committed to help each student be successful in their Seminary & Graduate School, we put great emphasis on college career by offering academic mentoring services, critical thinking because our mission is to prepare a new a writing center, math lab, disability services, biblically- agenda for responsible living in a complex world, as based counseling and career services as well as faculty stated in our mission statement:“Lancaster Bible College and staff members investing in the lives of students. exists to educate Christian students to think and live a biblical worldview and to proclaim Christ by serving Consider our message to our students: We prepare you Him in the Church and society.” academically and spiritually to serve God. No confusion here! We provide a premier academic experience. Our These are 27 of the most dynamic words in higher goal is to empower you with the knowledge, skills and education today! Please permit me to highlight four of compassion to help others in every facet of your them – “to think and live” – in response to Deresiewicz and Klein’s comments. Thought and action. personal and professional life.

At the core of what we do and who we are is the Word of Please keep in touch!, God. Bible is our middle name. It is our foundation from which we approach both curricular and co-curricular activities. Whether in a theology class, dorm room, music production or on the athletic field, everything we do has a direct connection to God’s Word. We are passionate Peter W. Teague, EdD about equipping this generation to think about current President of LBC | Capital and evolving issues through the grid of God’s Word, instead of mindlessly conforming to the culture. P.S. I want to personally thank each of you who invested your time to contact me regarding the thought- Proverbs 2:7 says, “He holds victory in store for the provoking article in the previous issue, “Five Questions upright.” God is interested in our students’ college Every Christian Has To Face about Creation.” To those success. He wants them to win, to achieve their God- we have responded to in some form, and to all alumni given goals. William Temple, Archbishop of Canterbury who love their alma mater, we affirm that the sampling of during World War II wrote, “At the root of all your being, perspectives presented by the author do not necessarily your intellectual studies, the games you play, whatever represent those of Lancaster Bible College | Capital it is, the impulse to do them well is and ought to be Seminary & Graduate School. We continue to maintain understood as being an impulse towards God, the an unqualified commitment to a historic, orthodox source of all that is excellent.” position on the essentials of the faith and a hermeneutical As a college, LBC is an institution of higher learning approach to Scripture from a grammatical, historical where academics are important, where faculty must and contextual viewpoint. We have taken to heart demonstrate scholarship and students are expected your responses and our necessity for a robust editorial to excel in learning. We strive for excellence to become and review process. I am profoundly grateful for our a premier learning community that intentionally readership and an alumni family who cares so deeply develops the head, heart and hands of servant for the truth of God’s Word.

ECHO 4 This summer, a group of former professors from Capital Bible Seminary gathered for lunch. Pictured from left to right are Dr. Ken Quick, Dr. Neil Holliker, Dr. Todd Beall, Dr. Phil Powers, Dr. Tom Edgar, and past president Dr. George Harton.

Judd Buckwalter (’05), an assistant professor is the Counseling & Social Work Department, led

Judd Bucwalter a second disaster relief team of 23 students and individuals from LBC to Houston, Texas over spring break to rebuild from Hurricane Harvey alongside Samaritan’s Purse. Students worked on several different homes providing 920 hours of labor completing tasks ranging from painting, installing and finishing drywall, ceramic tile and vinyl flooring installation to completing final punch lists to enable homeowners to move back into their homes. Students ministered to homeowners, neighbors, and other volunteers in the name of Jesus Christ.

Dr. Michael Badriaki accepted the position of director and professor for Master of Arts in Eric Brandt Ministry progarm. Badriaki comes to LBC from Vancouver, Washington, but was raised in Africa. He earned a Doctorate of Ministry in leadership and global perspective at George Fox University, a Master of Arts in intercultural and pastoral studies at Multnomah Biblical Seminary and Bachelors of Science in social work at Concordia University in Portland, Oregon. Badriaki has experience in cross-cultural ministry and has worked in Africa, Asia, Haiti, England and the United States.

Dr. Ling Dinse Eric Brandt (’07), an assistant professor and instructional designer in the Office of Digital Learning, presented an academic paper titled “Cultivating Life Together through Communities of Practice in Online Theological Education,” at the annual conference of the Association of Christian Distance Education held in March at Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia.

Dr. Ling Dinse, an assistant professor in Lancaster Bible College’s social work program, earned her Doctor of Social Work degree from Millersville University early this March. Dinse completed

Dr. Stephen Grusendorf a dissertation titled, “Barriers to Exiting and Factors Contributing to the Cycle of Exit, Entry, Re- Entering Commercial Sex Work.”

Dr. Stephen Grusendorf (’16), an adjunct professor in the Church & Ministry Leadership Department published an article entitled, “Diversified Power: The Rise Of New Leaders Within Bourdieu’s Religious Field,” in a recent issue of the Journal of Sociology and Christianity.

Dr. Gene Habecker, an adjunct professor in the Church & Ministry Leadership Department and president emeritus of Taylor University, released a new book titled, “The Softer Side of Leadership,” published in May 2018 by Deep River Books.

Julia Hershey (’98), chair of the Education Department, co-presented on the topic of e-Portfolios at the 2018 PAECT Technology Education Research Symposium at Bloomsburg University in April 2018.

William Illingworth (’14), instructional technologist in the Office of Digital Learning, earned a William Illingworth Master’s of Education in learning, design and technology from Penn State University this May.

Keith Kauffman (‘09), an adjunct professor in the Arts & Sciences Department, published an article entitled, “Defective Positioning In Granulomas But Not Lung-Homing Limits Cd4 T-Cell Interactions With Mycobacterium Tuberculosis-Infected Macrophages In Rhesus Macaques,” in the March issue of Mucosal Immunology. The work highlights one of the potential difficulties in the ability of the immune system to control this globally important pathogen.

5 ECHO Dr. Harold Kime, distinguished professor, published a book called, “Romans - A Reasoned Defense of The Gospel: A commentary on Paul’s Epistle to the Romans,” as well as, “Biblical

Hermeneutics: A Guide for Studying the Bible.” Dr. Harold Kime

Robert Kramer, an adjunct professor in the Bible & Theology Department, accepted the position of director of strategic partnerships with Empower Hope, a non-profit focused on breaking the cycle of poverty by equipping young adults in Kenya to invest in the lives of vulnerable children, empowering them to create a new path for their future. The organization is based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. He has also been hired as adjunct faculty member at Messiah College. Dr. Matthew Lynskey Dr. Matthew Lynskey (’04), director of pastoral ministry in our Church & Ministry Leadership Department, successfully defended his dissertation titled, “Aspects of Spirituality of The Book of Rules of Tyconius: Bible and Church in Engagement.” He completed the requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy degree in theology - Christian spirituality and earned his doctorate from the University of South Africa, Pretoria.

Mike and Kathy McKeever, both adjunct professors in the Music, Worship & Performing Arts Dr. Mort Dale Department, have been approved to work with Wycliffe Bible Translators as regional recruiters.

Dr. Dale Mort served at LBC | Capital for over 24 years in various capacities and retired this spring. At our May commencement ceremony, he was given the honorary title of Professor Emeritus.

Dr. Wade Mullen (’18), the director of our Master of Divinity program in the Church & Ministry Dr. WadeMullen Leadership Department, successfully defended his dissertation titled, “Impression Management Strategies Used by Evangelical Organizations in the Wake of an Image-Threatening Event.” This completed the requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy degree in leadership, which he received in May 2018 from Lancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary & Graduate School.

Mark Sooy, an adjunct professor in the Bible & Theology Department and for the accelerated undergraduate degrees program, wrote an article titled, “Why We All Should Read Martin Luther,” Jevon Thompson that was published in the fall 2017 issue of the Journal of Grace Theology.

Jevon Thompson (’10) an adjunct professor in the Arts & Sciences Department, published a book titled, “Key Qualities of the Effective LE Supervisor,” for the website lawofficer.com

Dr. John Zeswitz, executive vice president of LBC | Capital, received an honorary doctorate from New Hope Christian College in Eugene, Oregon, this spring. Dr. John Zeswitz

Esther Zimmerman, an assistant professor in the Church & Ministry Leadership Department, participated in leadership team meetings at the Global Children’s Forum Leadership Experience in South Africa, and taught Faith Formation of Children modules during the five-week intensive. She also participated in the Global Children’s Forum, which took place in Budapest, Hungary. In addition to presenting a plenary session on the impact of environment on children’s spirituality, she was asked to lead the academic work group. In June, she also took part in steering Esther Zimmerman committee meetings for the Lausanne Children at Risk Focus Group.

ECHO 6 The NEAC Champs that Made it to NCAA Division III National Tournament By Zach Freeman, Director of Athletic Communications

7 ECHO he 2018 Lancaster Bible The team’s head coach, Jade The 2018 men’s volleyball season College men’s volleyball team Brubaker, was named NEAC Coach at Lancaster Bible College was a T had its most successful season of the Year for the second straight tremendous ride and the program in program history this year: the season as the Chargers finished the reached new heights, but a quick Chargers won their first-ever North season with an overall record of 24-5 look at the roster will reveal that while Eastern Athletic Conference and a perfect 8-0 mark in conference the team loses Gentry, Bigley and Championship. But it didn’t stop there. play. In eight conference matches Woelkers, the 2019 team could be They went to became the first-ever during the regular season, the team just as good - or even better. LBC team to win an NCAA Division III lost just one set, winning 24 of 25 sets. National Tournament contest, which “This past season was memorable, not is no small feat. just for the wins and the run in the The Chargers defeated Wells College, NCAA Division III Tournament, but 3-1 on April 15 to capture their because of the caliber of the character first-ever NEAC title. The team then on our team,” Brubaker explained. advanced to the NCAA Division III “The year was enjoyable because the Quarterfinals by taking down 14th- guys bought into playing for God, LBC, ranked Rivier University 3-2 in the the team and then themselves, in that NCAA Division III First Round on April order. When you do that, it brings out 20 in Springfield, Massachusetts. LBC’s the best in each other for the glory of season ended the following day in God, and I believe that’s what makes the quarterfinal round, as the Chargers an enjoyable and impactful year.” fell to top-seeded Springfield, 3-0. While the season was special for every Lancaster Bible College was led member of the team, perhaps no one by junior Nate Miller this season, enjoyed the run more than four-year as he became the program’s first- ever American Volleyball Coaches seniors Derek Bigley and Alexander “Sky” Woelkers. During the pair’s first Pictured from left to right: assistant coach Brian Kemrer, Association Division III All-American. head coach Jade Brubaker and assistant coach Julie Brubaker. Miller smashed 498 kills in 28 matches two seasons in Lancaster, the team this past season and led NCAA went just 8-49, including a 1-26 record Division III with 5.53 kills per set and during the 2015 season. However, “We have a strong core of players 6.43 points per set. Miller was also over the past two years, the Chargers returning next season, as well as named the NEAC Player of the Year have gone 49-14 and have appeared some talent coming in, as we look to and to the NEAC All-Conference First in the NEAC Playoffs twice. continue to build upon our success,” Team. His 41 kills in the five-set victory Brubaker said. “Having made it to over Rivier University set a new NCAA “It has been inspiring to see the the NCAA Division III Elite Eight Division III National Tournament improvement of both Derek and and seeing the caliber of teams that record, and he crushed 20 or more Sky,” Brubaker said. “They have been we need to beat to compete there, kills in a match 10 times in 2018. dedicated through some tough years, hopefully it’s inspiring and motivating and I don’t believe wins tell the whole for our guys to continue to put in In addition to Miller, senior Kasey story, but their ‘worst-to-first’ story in the work to improve.” Gentry was also named to the NEAC our conference is a pretty amazing All-Conference First Team, while experience to live out.” sophomores Kole Horst and Kaleb Ansell earned NEAC All-Conference Second Team selections.

ECHO 8 ong before governments and secular institutions social activism by the 1890s. The scale of problems took up the banner of social reform, American caused by immigration, industrial labor, northern racism L Christians were seeking remedies to the moral and urban poverty inspired a new breed of activists to evils plaguing the poor and marginalized. Churches embrace a liberal worldview as necessary to real reform. and volunteer associations from the colonial period “Heirs of Darwin, they thought that by manipulating to the end of the nineteenth century were the engines the environment and behavior, they could improve the of social reform until nearly the turn of the twentieth human condition.” Evangelicals rejected new theories century. of social reform, which rejected orthodox Christian doctrines. George Marsden called the time, when “all By 1800, northern Presbyterians and Congregationalists progressive social concern, whether political or private, were banding together to form societies in order to became suspect among revivalist evangelicals and was reverse the effects of social injustices, even if they relegated to a very minor role,” the “Great Reversal.” ignored some important problems. Many have rightly Although American Christians now bemoan this shift, criticized American Christians for taking too long to it is wrong to assume that evangelicals heartlessly cast recognize evils such as slavery. Yet, it was Christian empathy aside. churches that pushed the issue of slavery to the public’s attention in the 1830s. In 1835 the Presbytery By 1900 the push to address social evils was being of Chillicothe, in what was then the Western Reserve spearheaded by the Social Gospel movement, among (later called Ohio), excluded all slaveholders from the others, which embraced a secular belief system. The Lord’s Supper. The Antislavery movement became a Social Gospel movement grew up around the labor capstone of reform efforts that American churches had crises of Detroit, Chicago and New York during the begun decades earlier. Organizations like the American 1880s. Overwhelmed by the exploitation of industrial Temperance Society sought to reverse the devastating labor, Washington Gladden and the radical Walter effects of alcohol consumption on the laboring class, Rauschenbusch came to see orthodox Christian which was consuming the equivalent of 7 gallons of belief not as the framework of social reform liquor per year, as compared to 2.3 gallons in 2018. The but its enemy. Evangelical theology costs to families, jobs and lives was astounding. While made individual sin the root of taverns and grog houses enjoyed the profits of alcohol social evil, while a budding sales, young men and their families paid severe costs. liberal theory blamed oppressive social Moral reformers saw the social evils of their day and structures for the ills took action. They addressed issues such as illiteracy, plaguing the American poor. Social Gospelers prostitution and poverty. According to Timothy Smith, co-opted and distorted biblical teachings on Evangelical clergymen “... inspired the dominant social justice to become part of the great reform movement of the period, the crusade for humanitarian movements of the twentieth century. reform, at every state.” These activists firmly believed In response to the new liberal views of social that moral reform begins with the Word of God and reform, evangelicals developed a defensive trust in Christ’s atoning work. Although many Christian posture called Fundamentalism, which leaders of the period did not quite understand the recognized orthodox Christian belief as the structural causes of things like poverty and public health foundation for any good society. Its proponents crises, they knew that God had called them to care for met in conferences between 1880 and 1900 to the poor and suffering. detail the fundamentals of the Christian faith: Evangelical Christians, who were the agents of social inerrancy of the Scriptures, deity of Christ, the reform through the Civil War, began denouncing the virgin birth, the substitutionary atonement and

9 ECHO By Dr. Daniel Spanjer, Chair of the Arts & Sciences Department

the resurrection and return of Christ. Fundamentalists, We live now in the wreckage of a culture war that as they were called, used these beliefs as a litmus test pitted justice against Christian faith. Evangelicals are to identify people, institutions and churches that were trying to heal historic wounds by engaging social evils; helpful to American society and those that were not. an effort which recognizes that the Gospel is in fact social. But Christians should be careful not to accept the The Fundamentalists defined the necessary beliefs of Social Gospel’s perspective. Christ reached out to the the Christian faith and in so doing successfully defended poor and the sick only in the context of his sacrificial, the truth of the Gospel. This powerful defense, however, atoning death on the cross. While Christians should seemed to come at the expense of social reform and the join the world in its palliative efforts to alleviate many need to marshal a loving offense into American culture. of sin’s effects, we recognize that only work of the Holy That is not to say that Christians abandoned reform en Spirit through His people can address sin - the true masse; pastors, missionaries and lay leaders toiled away cause of evil. People suffer the terrible consequences in cities and small towns. Yet, this defensive doctrinal of economic and cultural failure, but these ultimately strategy led to “The Great Reversal” as orthodox Christian result from humans who fail to love God and neighbor leaders saw the need to defend historic Christian belief and who reject Christ as true King over all, not from as distinct from the need to alleviate social evil. social structures.

ECHO 10 onathan Taylor (‘18) worked in construction become a professional Christian counselor and help and commercial painting for most of his life people by using God’s word, not the secular world’s way J – 20 years, to be exact. But it wasn’t a career he of thinking,” he said. loved. “After high school, I went to a community college, With a renewed sense of purpose, Taylor set out to and after that I joined the United States Marine Corps reserves,” he said. “I was active for a year and then went select a college and settled on Lancaster Bible College | to reserve status. My plan was to go back to college after Capital Seminary & Graduate School. “I chose LBC | my year of active status.” But after a change of plans, he Capital because I wanted to learn biblical truths to decided to wait. help me answer questions about life, relationships and eternity,” explained Taylor. “I wanted to have my When Taylor put a pause on earning his degree, he dove heart and mind transformed by God into the type of into his full-time job as a commercial painter for many person I knew I could be. Most of all, I wanted to have years. But during that time, he still couldn’t let go of the a foundation to my answers that I knew came from a idea of going back to school. Thanks to Lancaster Bible source that was perfect - Jesus Christ.” College’s degree completion program, he was able to do just that. He earned a bachelor’s degree in biblical Taylor dove into his master’s degree studies and studies in 2008 – all while keeping up with a 40-hour eventually decided on a concentration in school work week and taking night classes. For a few years, counseling. “I actually started in the marriage and that was good enough. But he still felt like God was family track at LBC,” he said. “It just so happened that

calling him to do more with his life – something entirely the Career & Counseling Center (which provides different than painting or construction. Not sure what it counseling and career services for LBC students) was might be, Taylor continued working his day job, but his just getting started.” During this time, he worked as feelings of dissatisfaction only grew stronger. graduate assistant for the director of LBC’s professional school counseling program. “This proved to be such In 2012, Taylor decided it was finally time for a change. a great experience for me and looking back at it, I just “I made a personal life change and career change at the marvel on how God was moving the pieces in my life,” same time. God had been tapping me on my shoulder noted Taylor. “In my role, I was able to interact with LBC for several years asking me to reconnect with Him on students through counseling sessions at the Career & a deeper level,” he explained. “I have always been a Counseling Center office and get a feel for what it was Christian, but there was a time that I tried to do life my really like to be a counselor.” This experience proved to way - which ended up with me not being very happy.” be formative for Taylor and his new career. It was during this time that a close friend and mentor called Taylor and urged him to dedicate his life more Today, Taylor has his master’s degree in professional fully to Christ. He made some significant life changes, school counseling and just wrapped up a long-term including walking away from old friends, serving his substitute school counseling position at John Beck home church consistently and studying God’s word with Elementary School in Lititz, Pennsylvania. How he renewed vigor. “For the first time in years, I was happy got the job in the first place is a testament to God’s and it was because of my heart being transformed by perfect timing. “I learned about an opportunity God,” Taylor said excitedly. “It was at this time that I for an extended substitute position just as I was realized that I had a passion for people. I loved listening looking to complete my elementary internship to people and wanted to learn how I could help them hours,” he explained. His prayers were answered. by using God’s word. I knew that I did not want to paint The school offered him the position and even or be in the construction field for the rest of my life.” helped him to get his emergency certification. He felt that he had something more to offer and finally “After receiving the job, I essentially went from landed on just what that was. “I realized I wanted to doing my internship to becoming a school

11 ECHO counselor for a great elementary school. I took over for the by herself,” he said. “To this day, I remember the educators school counselor who had been there 25 years. It was here that showed me genuine care that allowed me to that I jumped right into the thick of things and I loved make it through the school day. I became a school every minute of it - I was able to develop my own counselor because those people matter to me.” niche and tried different counseling methods with Overall, Taylor says he’s incredibly grateful the students.” for his time at LBC and the way it prepared Taylor says he’s passionate about his field him for his second career as a school and believes it’s more important now than counselor. “I want to thank the president, ever. “We’re seeing high levels of stress and Dr. Peter Teague for his unwavering anxiety in students from K-12 in part because leadership and all the educators of cyberbullying and technology,” he noted. that have been used by God to “Whether students live with one parent or live influence my life,” he said. “LBC will with two working parents, we need school always have a special place in my counselors to provide a safe zone for these heart, and I hope one day that I can students to come to. Unfortunately, some of our contribute back to this awesome students are emotionally, mentally and physically school.” abused at home. It is my job - and the job of the To learn more about our master’s school counselor - to advocate for these children degree in professional school A construction worker turned counseling, visit lbc.edu/ school counselor shares why medpsc he made a drastic job change after a 20-year career. and to show them kindness to let them know we care about them.” He adds that pain from his own past shapes how he interacts with these young students. “I went through the pain of my dad leaving my family when I was four years old, and my mother had to raise my siblings and I

ECHO 12 PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY CORRECTIONAL Reynolds noted that her education at Lancaster Bible CENTER’S FIRST FEMALE CHAPLAIN SHARES College | Capital Seminary & Graduate School is WHY SHE FEELS CALLED TO CARE FOR THE making a real difference in the way she does her job. LEAST OF THESE. “Most times what I am learning in the class I’m already ichele Reynolds (’19) is learning what experiencing and or practicing every day,” she said. “It it means to follow God’s calling – even gives me confirmation in how I’m doing in ministry, when it’s difficult. Right now, she’s M and classmates can see through me that the subjects working toward earning her Master of Arts in we learn will be practiced one day in their ministry.” Christian care while working as a chaplain for Good News Jail and Prison Ministry at Prince George’s Reynolds is intimately familiar with the challenging County Correctional Center in Upper Marlboro, situations a chaplain might face on Maryland. Seminary can be tough, working in ministry any given day. “Recently, a woman is undoubtedly tough and working in a prison setting named Mrs. Johnson* called us is even tougher. But according to her, “The most and said that her granddaughter challenging part about chaplaincy is assisting the Sharon* was in our correctional senior chaplain in managing 400 volunteers, working two jobs and going to seminary simultaneously!” An center,” she said. “The grandmother understatement, to be sure. And yet, she’s taking it all was frantic because Sharon’s baby in stride (and maintaining an impressive GPA all the was nowhere to be found.” Reynolds while). “I’m giving 100 percent to the 99,” she said. and other staff members were able to talk with Sharon, but it became Impressive academics and incredible stamina apparent that she suffered from a aside, Reynolds says she’s always had a heart for severe mental illness, and much of volunteerism, which she credits her parents, George and Dorothea Smith, for instilling in her. She said what she said was unintelligible. They chaplaincy “just makes sense” to her. “I had been never found out where the baby was. volunteering for almost 15 years at Prince George’s “We assume that the baby was picked County Correctional Center when our senior chaplain up by child protective services, but fell ill, and I was temporarily placed in his position we don’t know,” said Reynolds. “It’s for nine months,” she explained. “I call it my ‘Divine heart-wrenching and makes emotions Internship’! It’s a part of my Jeremiah 29:11.” In her surface in my quiet times with the Lord. role as the first female chaplain at the correctional In the midst of these situations, I pray facility in Upper Marlboro, Reynolds has many and look for the ways I can assist the inmates and responsibilities. “Primarily, I am in charge of making their families during these difficult times. In this field, sure all female inmates’ spiritual and emotional needs you come across a whole lot of horrible things, but are met,” she said. “I also train all volunteer managers and manage the volunteers themselves and provide you embrace the good things. Working as a chaplain spiritual guidance and counseling to correctional teaches me to be even more compassionate and to officers and staff.” Basically, her role isn’t an easy remember in the end, it’s all about Jesus and one – but it’s certainly important. serving Him and His people.”

13 ECHO “I was called to minister to the least, the lost and the left out.” Michele Reynolds

“I was called to minister to the least, the lost and the To learn more about our master’s degree in Christian left out.” said Reynolds. Overall, she says she’s grateful care, visit lbc.edu/macc for the training she’s receiving through the seminary. “My journey to obtain my MA in Christian Care is more inspiring and meaningful since I’ve become a chaplain,” she explained. “I took a couple of breaks before, and I’m glad I did - and some instances had too - but now it’s *Names were changed to protect the identity much more meaningful in my life and in other lives.” of the individuals.

ECHO 14 15 ECHO THIS LBC ALUMNA SHARES HOW HER ROLE AS PRESIDENT OF SUSQUEHANNA VALLEY PREGNANCIES IS MAKING A REAL DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF MEN AND WOMEN IN CRISIS – AND SAVING LIVES.

“ od gave me a heart for people - and especially for people to know the Lord,” said Lisa Hosler (’82). When she graduated from G Lancaster Bible College in the early 80s with a degree in Bible, she had no idea where that passion would take her.

Today, she’s the president of Susquehanna Valley Pregnancy Services, a non-profit crisis pregnancy center that offers ultrasounds, presents pregnancy options, provides abortion support and more – all while sharing the love of Christ to women and families facing many unknowns. The organization has several locations in and around Lancaster, Pennsylvania. “I began working at Susquehanna Valley Pregnancy Services in February of 1985,” explained Hosler. “I was just 24 years old and inexperienced as a leader, but God assured me He was with me and would empower me for the responsibility. He has been faithful to do that from the beginning and every year since.”

In her role as president, Hosler is responsible for many things, including the spiritual atmosphere of a growing ministry. “As president, I provide vision, spiritual direction, strategic oversight and God-honoring culture for the ministry,” she elaborated. “Because of my education at LBC, I had a working knowledge of the Bible and the practical tools to pursue an intimate relationship with Christ through prayer and Bible study.” She explained how these form the foundation of her leadership principles and character. “Growing in Christ, mining the truths of His Word and being led by His Spirit continue to be the greatest influencers in my leadership and life,” she said.

Over the years, Hosler has seen many women come through the doors of their pregnancy centers, and she’s witnessed first-hand the incredible impact of their ministry. “One of our clients was vacillating between abortion, parenting and adoption,” said Hosler. “Our director said to her, ‘I can’t heal your anxiety, but I know the One who can. Would you like to hear about Him?’ The client nodded, and the director told her about Jesus and shared the gospel with her. The client placed her trust in Jesus at the close of the session, and peace flooded her face. She readily chose to carry her baby to term.” Hosler also followed up to say that the client is now attending a local church with her parents and is grateful for her relationship with Lord.

Of course, not every woman or couple facing an unintended pregnancy chooses to keep the baby. But Susquehanna Valley Pregnancy Services offers help to those that chose abortions and suffer, emotionally and otherwise, as a result. “We offer compassionate, supportive help to both women and men who have experienced the pain of abortion,” explained Hosler. “We give abortion-minded clients our brochure about post-abortion ministry, and we encourage them to contact us in the event that they need these services.” Many women do choose to use these services. In fact, according to Hosler, “One woman came to us after her abortion and said, ‘You were the only ones encouraging me not to have an abortion, and now you’re the only ones who are willing to talk with me afterwards.’” It’s clear these services are desperately needed.

ECHO 16 In order to combat the challenges of stepping into four in ten women were attending church weekly when parenthood unprepared, the center also offers free they had an abortion.” parenting classes to clients. As they complete their With that sobering statistic in mind, Hosler shared some homework, they can also earn CARE cash redeemable advice on how the local church can better care for for diapers, wipes, blankets, baby clothing and more. In those who choose abortions and women who carry addition, all those who finish the courses can choose a unintended pregnancies. “Individual congregations new crib and mattress, a three-in-one stroller or a pack should be a safe place where issues like sexual integrity, and play for their baby. In these ways and many more, unintended pregnancy, the sacredness of human Susquehanna Valley Pregnancy Services strives to care life, abortion and post-abortion healing are spoken Continued from page 16 for the whole person, from pregnancy, birth and beyond. of biblically and freely,” she noted. “Within every She also shared some surprising information with us. congregation, there are likely teenagers and young “People may be astonished to learn that about 30 percent adults engaged in premarital sex, women contemplating of our clients are young men,” explained Hosler. “We have abortion and women and men suffering the aftereffects Christian men – we call them client advocates - who of abortion. Church leadership teams may want to are investing their time and energy in mentoring these prayerfully discern how to create a supportive, relational young fathers at all four of our locations.” Hosler also environment that offers help, hope and healing for explained that many of the women who come to the these people.” center seeking help are very familiar with Christianity and Want to learn more about our bachelor’s degree in Bible? the church. “People also may not know that 60 percent Visit lbc.edu/bible of our clients claim Christianity as their religion,” she said. “According to our national affiliate, Care Net, more than

BIBLICAL RESOURCES ON THE SANCTITY OF LIFE FOR THE CHURCH Looking for resources on dealing with unintended pregnancies, abortions and sexuality in your home or at church? Check out this list provided by Lisa Hosler, president of Susquehanna Valley Pregnancy Services.

Sexuality by Design: Influencers svps.org Youth leader curriculum for teenage guys and girls.

Embrace Grace embracegrace.com Church-based program for single mothers.

Surrendering the Secret surrenderingthesecret.com Group Bible study for women who have experienced abortion.

17 ECHO et ready for a weekend dedicated to celebrating all things LBC and family during September 28 G and 29! With food, fellowship and time to rekindle friendships, we’re setting this weekend aside to bring the LBC family back together and praise God for the work He has done.

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ECHO 18 n the spring of 2018, the college celebrated alongside 329 excited students I who participated in our graduation ceremonies across Pennsylvania, Maryland, Tennessee and even in Uganda. We watched as they proudly walked across the stage, shook the president’s hand, received their diplomas and became official LBC | Capital alumni. We applauded as they marched off into the world to do the work God has called them to do. To see more photos from our commencement ceremonies, visit lbc.edu/graduation

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ECHO 22 ou could say that Keith Baker (‘16) is a Part of Baker’s journey was returning to school after a long jack of all trades, though that would be an break. At first, he enrolled in the biblical studies program understatement. While he studied human at the college’s Philadelphia location. After his advisors servicesY at the Philadelphia location of Lancaster Bible looked over his life experience and the lineup up of College | Capital Seminary & Graduate School and ministries he was involved with, they suggested a change. uses his degree on the job, his skills go far beyond that. “Several of my mentors told me to switch to human One look at his resume and current lineup of jobs, services because I was already doing the work, and it volunteering positions and ministries will make your head would make me more marketable and help me in the spin. In his day job, he works as a service manager for a ministry,” he explained. “My education has strengthened property management company. “I am responsible for 21 me with the knowledge of what a human services worker buildings, which include 300 residential units,” said Baker. is and it has shown me that I am tailor-made for this work. “And I directly supervise four employees in the service I have a solid foundation and a better understanding of department.” But his real passion lies in ministry. At last what I’m doing and why I’m doing it. In my career as a count, he was involved with 10 or more ministries outside manager, I’m able to use the tools I’ve learned to help of his 40-hour work week, ranging from Christian radio motivate employees to reach their full potential. I’ve host to associate minister at Refuge Evangelical Baptist learned how to recognize their strengths and support Church and motivational speaker. them in areas where they are weak.”

Baker says his life hasn’t always been this way. Before Of course, going back to school can be tough – especially if your schedule is as packed as Baker’s. Finding time for he earned his degree, he described himself as a broken homework in between a 40-hour work week, hosting two man. “I came to Christ at a very low point in my life,” he radio shows, ministering, volunteering, speaking on radio explained. “My unequally yoked marriage was coming to shows , mentoring young men and teaching workshops an end. I tried everything other than Christ to fix it, only to on reducing teen pregnancy is difficult. Fortunately, LBC’s find out that things where getting worse.” In the midst of human services program is designed specifically for adult his sadness one day, he says he felt the Holy Spirit pushing learners and involves online coursework, making it more him to go to church. So he did. “The Holy Spirit spoke to flexible and accessible to those balancing work, school me and said one word,” explained Baker. “And that word and life. That, combined with the caring community Baker was, ‘surrender’. That day, November 7, 2004, I asked God found among his fellow students, carried him through the to take over my life because I was tired of messing it up. program. “During my time at school, I realized how tough The rest is history!” it was for many of us as adult learners,” he said. “There Once Baker became a Christian, he found a renewed vigor were many who wanted to quit, but we banded together for life. He dedicated much of his time to ministry and and helped each other cross the finish line.” volunteerism. “Before really accepting and understanding Baker also noted that he regularly finds ways to apply the Christ, I was your average counterfit, carnal Christian,” human service skills he learned in the classroom to his he said. “Amid trying to deal with what I thought was job. “Because I’ve developed a better understanding of an impossible situation, God showed up and fought on people’s issues and stronger communication skills, I now my behalf. He gave me another chance, a do-over.” He understand that when people have bad days on the job, explained this second chance at life spurs his passion for it may have nothing to do with work,” he explained. “My ministry. “God placed incredible spiritual mentors in my life job is to listen, allow them to express their frustrations and who showed me who I was as a sinful man and taught empathize with them. Because of my skills in this area, me how I am to be as a Christian man,” explained Baker. I’ve been called on many times at my job to deescalate “Once I received this gift, this new gift of life there was situations. I approach those situations with confidence no turning back for me. That’s why I do it.” because my education has properly prepared me for the task.”

23 ECHO Learn more about our human services program in Philadelphia by visiting lbc.edu/human-services

Through it all, Baker has steadfastly clung to the belief that faith and the award with other managers, one of them said, ‘Why are you ministry should be integrated into all aspects of life – including work. surprised? We expected nothing less because you are a Christian.’ “I integrate my faith in work by walking with and encouraging my That caught me off guard. Others chimed in and said, ‘It shows in staff,” he explained. “Jesus was always in the mix. He taught, inspired, your leadership skills. You are always willing to help and support motivated and always pulled greatness out of an individual.” He others in the company.’ I think it’s because of this that my colleagues mentioned one instance where his ministry efforts in the workplace have trusted me enough to approach me to pray for personal were noted. “Most of the company knows that I’m a Christian. So issues.” It these skills that Baker has honed – both in ministry and in many difficult times, they have looked to me for inspiration,” he his career in human services – that set him apart as minister and said. “That’s great for me because I get to show the love of Jesus. In employee. And who knows? Maybe he’ll find time in his full schedule 2017, I received a service manager of the year award for my region,” to teach human services someday. Until then, you’ll find him explained Baker. “When I shared how surprised I was that I won working for the kingdom in Philadelphia, however he can.

ECHO 24 CHAPLAIN AND ORDAINED MINISTER DR. JOHN WHEATLEY (’80) SHARES ABOUT HIS TIME AS AN ARMY CHAPLAIN, WHY HE’S PASSIONATE ABOUT TRAINING THE NEXT GENERATION OF CHAPLAINS AND WHAT THE MINISTRY MEANS TO HIM.

Dr. John Wheatley (’80) is a retired United States Army chaplain and an adjunct professor in Lancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary & Graduate School’s doctor of ministry in chaplaincy studies. Why chaplaincy? He says he first sensed a call into ministry, even from a young age. With his budding interest in ministry only growing, he turned to the pastor of his Methodist church in Cambridge, Maryland, when it came time to apply to colleges. Pastor Norman Poultney took Wheatley on a three-hour drive to a little Bible college in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. “Back then, Lancaster Bible College used to do same-day acceptance with a completed application,” Wheatley noted. “I was accepted that day and headed off for classes in the fall.”

Wheatley graduated in 1980 with a bachelor’s degree in Bible and a minor in pastoral studies. Shortly thereafter, he worked at several different churches in New Jersey in a variety of positions. During this time, he also became an ordained minister with the Methodist church, earned his Master of Divinity from Eastern Baptist Seminary and got married to his wife of 37 years, Suzanne (Gervin ’82) Wheatley. He eventually was appointed to a Methodist church outside of Fort Dix and McGuire Air Force Base in New Jersey with a congregation that served military families. It was that experience - interacting with and ministering to families in the military - that led him to become a chaplain. “That was when I first felt a spark of interest in chaplaincy,” he said. “We were at a picnic with some members of our church. That day, two different military families told me, ‘You’re the type of person who would do well in chaplaincy.’ And that’s how it started.”

Wheatley applied to the Army and was accepted in 1990. His career in both the Army Reserves and later as an active duty chaplain have taken him literally around the globe to places like Korea, Afghanistan, Germany and Kuwait. ‘’Chaplaincy represents the living church being present in places, and at times, so often neither known or accessible to anyone else but a chaplain- where God’s grace and hope are so critically needed” he explained about his ministry as a chaplain. “The Army Chaplain Corps says it well: ‘We bring Soldiers to God, and God to Soldiers!’”

While chaplaincy can be exciting, it can be very emotionally draining and spiritually challenging. Chaplains are often among the first responders to severe and traumatic situations – on battlefields, in hospitals - or standing by families as they watch the bodies of their loved ones arrive on American soil. Wheatley’s last four years of active service were spent at Dover Air Force

25 ECHO A Closer Look At Our DOCTOR OF MINISTRY Base in Dover, Delaware, serving as the liaison traumatized by witnessing continued human PROGRAMS chaplain doing just that. Each experience tragedy, loss and grief. “When we are thrown OVERVIEW he’s had like this - standing alongside grieving into the middle of it, we do what we have • Designed for students who families, which he’s done hundreds of times - is been called and trained to do,” he said. “We call have already earned their Master sobering. “Imagine standing on an airstrip at upon resources that we have in our skills, but of Divinity degree, this program four in the morning on a cold Mother’s Day as most importantly, our spiritual resources. We is well-suited for pastors, you watch your son come home that way,” do what we’re called do in the moment, and missionaries, para-church he said. “Or imagine hearing a child tearfully then when the moments have passed, we try ministry leaders, teachers and cry out her daddy’s name while witnessing to decompress and process.” Wheatley also other Christian leaders looking such an event in a midnight downpour. Those mentioned the importance of surrounding for a way to heighten their experiences give depth to what is described yourself with supportive community and professional development. in the Old Testament as the wailing. It is a choosing to look for the good in the midst lingering memory that touches the depth of of it all. “I’m a big believer in the words of the CONCENTRATIONS the soul. It changes a person’s life forever!” Nazi concentration camps survivor, Victor • Chaplaincy Studies: Frankl, who said, “Everything can be taken from The chaplaincy studies As you can imagine, Wheatley has witnessed a [person] but one thing: the last of human concentration focuses on some truly tragic events in his role as a freedoms - to choose one’s attitude in any teaching holistic Christian care, chaplain. In fact, while serving as the chaplain given set of circumstances, to choose one’s offers students practical training in Washington, D.C., he was deployed to the own way. I have a choice about my response in addiction counseling and Pentagon on September 11, 2001. “When I to what has just happened. It’s also incredibly care, marriage and family issues, arrived, there was still smoke billowing out important to have Christian friends and pastoral care and counseling in of the building and people were scrambling colleagues to talk to as we try to decompress grief, loss and crisis. everywhere,” he said. “I could even see the all of that.” tail of the plane sticking out of the impact • Formational Leadership: It’s that wisdom, insight and practical advice This program directly addresses site.” Wheatley was assigned as the chaplain that makes Wheatley an invaluable asset to a gap that is too often overlooked for an emergency response team, which the college’s chaplaincy program – and his in ministry and leadership: meant he was there to care for the people students are grateful for it. “From my bachelor’s burnout and fatigue. If you’re on the ground, and watched as the horrifying degree to the doctor of ministry program, yearning to recapture your love situation unfolded. “I was focused on the LBC has been instrumental to my ministry as of ministry, Christ and deep study rescuers as they came out of the building a founding church pastor, to my work as a of God’s Word and fed up with and their condition,” he explained. “People chaplain in the local hospital,” said Kevin Orie the tediousness of the day-to-day were in shock. Mostly, we were there to be a (‘19), doctoral candidate at LBC. “The teaching tasks that sap your energy, this is sense of presence to these people in a time of has always been relevant and has put me past the doctoral program for you. crisis.” Chaplains, explained Wheatley, served a the curve in ministry. This program has put powerful role in the very ministry of presence. me in an advanced status in my work as a • Strategic Leadership: “We were there to especially represent God’s hospital chaplain. The concepts introduced by In this program, students learn presence, grace, and dignity with the recovery the hospital chaplaincy program were already the importance of true power of remains at the Pentagon site,” he said. studied in my doctoral work!” through leading as Christ did, Wheatley recounted the day after 9/11 when while simultaneously gaining To learn more about our Doctor of Ministry President George Bush came to the impact practical leadership training that program, visit lbc.edu/dmin site at the Pentagon. “He walked by and saw they can apply to their everyday the cross on my beret and then stopped to lives through ministry. ask how I thought folks there were doing,” he remembered. “President Bush then pressed into CREDIT HOURS the gathering embracing those present and • 34 offering a strong sense of resolve and comfort.” AVERAGE COMPLETION TIME While a chaplain’s role is to minister to people • This program can be completed in some extremely intense and devastating in as little as two years. situations, chaplains themselves can become

ECHO 26 By Matthew Gullion (’17)

Matthew Gullion is a detective corporal with the Bel Air Police Department in Bel Air, Maryland and lead pastor at Harvest Community Church in Fallston, Maryland. He resides in Forest Hill, Maryland, with his wife and three daughters. He is a 2015 graduate of Lancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary & Graduate with a bachelor’s of arts in biblical studies and a 2017 graduate with a masters of arts in ministry, leadership studies. Gullion is an adjunct professor in LBC | Capital’s criminal justice program.

n the chasm between pain and joy, evil and good, chaos and peace stand the public servants of the criminal justice profession. These men and women I perform their duties in the difficult spaces where the light of Christ confronts the darkness of sin. Though many Christian criminal justice professionals answer the call of the Lord to pursue righteousness, they must encounter destructive, sin-filled circumstances to bring restoration and redemption to victims, offenders and witnesses. Those in criminal justice are not super-human or immune from the effects of sin, so they must cultivate self- awareness in order to insulate themselves from the depravity they must face. Sadly, many of these professionals fail to care for themselves and so fall to destructive decision making, moral calamities, addiction and broken relationships.

Numerous informative articles suggest that divorce rates of criminal justice professionals, specifically law enforcement, are well over 50 percent. An April 2018 study released by the Ruderman Family Foundation reported that peace officers are more likely to die from suicide than from a line of duty death. Further research has shown that depression is prevalent in as many as 31 percent of correction officers, compared to 6.7 percent of the general public.

27 ECHO This research explains that because the criminal heart, mind and soul in the love of God expressed justice professional is exposed to cumulative in the redeeming work of Jesus Christ. With this as traumatic stress, they are much more likely to its foundation, Soul Care for the Criminal Justice develop Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. PTSD, Professional then guides students to properly if not treated, will lead to substance or alcohol “unload” their stress and develop a pathway to abuse, broken relationships, isolation and even resilience. As leaders in our communities, it is suicide. These tendencies can be reduced or imperative that the Christian criminal justice prevented through education and awareness, professional “keep the faith” from the beginning which Lancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary to the end of each tour of duty (2 Timothy 4:7). & Graduate School is committed to doing through As LBC prepares criminal justice professionals the class Soul Care for the Criminal Justice to face the challenges in this field, we must also Professional, a course required for all criminal prepare them to maintain a loving home and justice majors. possibly a bi-vocational ministry. Life goes on Soul Care for the Criminal Justice Professional beyond the call for service. focuses on cultivating spiritual maturity and With 19 years of service in public safety (16 years resilience in students. In his book, “Inside Job: in law enforcement and nine years as a fighter Doing the Work within the Work,” Stephen Smith fighter/EMT), I know from personal experience writes, “Unless we continue to do... what we about the pain and rewards that secretly await know to be true, erosion will happen in our heart. the criminal justice professional. For the last We drift. We become complacent. We ignore the 10 years, I have also served as student pastor threat within. Like David, we find ourselves doing and pastor in local congregations. Through my things we vowed to never do. We lower our guard years of experience, I have seen the unthinkable, because we’re tired.” In this class, students discover experienced the unspeakable and been exposed how their spiritual health and attentiveness directly to the unfathomable. Each passing crisis reveals influence all of their functions. They study practices two truths: God is never surprised and there will that cover their hearts and minds with the be another one. With these two truths in mind, spiritual armor, which the Holy Spirit gives them as protection from daily exposure to cumulative we must learn the facts and relevant research traumatic stress. In addition, students develop and dedicate ourselves to biblical truth, prayer their core values with supporting scripture, predict and fellowship. Only by doing these things can the challenges that will oppose those values we be the leaders the Lord has called us to be in and develop a spiritual daily rhythm. Soul care is our families, churches and communities. To assist directly related to the criminal justice professional’s in reaching the full spectrum of soul care in resilience in their profession, relationships and this course, we will draw insights from notable leadership opportunities. teachers and authors, such as Dr. Peter Scazzero, Dr. Wayne Cordeiro and Dr. Robert Douglas. In many situations, the first light of hope someone LBC’s criminal justice program is committed to experiences is someone in law enforcement, equipping its students to persevere through today’s corrections, parole/probation, or legal counsel. challenges so they will be faithful and fully vigilant The criminal justice profession is not just for tomorrow’s opportunities. a humbling calling but a necessary ministry. To serve in this field, Want to learn more about our criminal justice one must always wrap his program? Visit lbc.edu/criminal-justice

ECHO 28 Dr. Ling Dinse, Assistant Professor of Social Work

have been a Pennsylvania licensed social It is so important for us to put others first that Jesus worker for over 20 years. A common implored us to “love our neighbor as ourselves” after I question asked of me is this: how is the social the first commandment in Matthew 22:37 and 38 that work profession compatible with Christian faith? To says to “Love the Lord your God with all your heart some, modern social work is equated with liberal and with all your soul and with all your mind.” political views and an anti-religious agenda. 2) Social Justice However, the field of social work was historically In Micah 6:8 it says, “He has shown you, O mortal, shaped by faithful men and women of God who what is good. And what does the Lord require of responded compassionately to those who lived in you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk poverty. For example, Jane Addams, the pioneer of humbly with your God.” The social justice principle social work and the settlement house movement encourages social workers to challenge social in America, was deeply influenced by her faith in injustice and to remove the obstacles that keep her response to social injustice. A review of the resources from the people who need them. There profession’s mission and core values reflects a are many conflicting viewpoints on how social justice compatibility with Christian faith. should be carried out in our society. However, being According to National Association of Social Workers, compassionate to those in need is not about the social work profession’s primary mission is “to a political viewpoint; it is about emulating enhance human well-being and help meet the Jesus’ love and compassion. basic needs of all people, with particular attention to the needs and empowerment of people who 3) Dignity and Worth are vulnerable, oppressed, and living in poverty.” of the Person Jesus’ public ministry was filled with examples of his The National Association of Social Workers concern for all people, especially the marginalized explained the ethical principle of dignity and in society. In Luke 4:16-19, Jesus proclaimed the worth of the person in this way: “Social workers following mission through the Isaiah passage: treat each person in a caring and respectful fashion, • Proclaim the good news to the poor mindful of individual differences and cultural and • Bind up the brokenhearted ethnic diversity.” Our marvelous God not only created • Proclaim the freedom for the captives the beautiful world, He also created mankind in • Release from darkness the prisoners his own image. “Male and female he created them” • Comfort all who mourn (Genesis 1:27, NIV). Each of us reflects the glory of The social work profession’s mission is consistent with our creator. As C.S. Lewis expressed in an esasy: Jesus’ proclamation in Luke 4. The six core values that “There are no ordinary people. You have never met guide the social work practitioners’ conduct provide a mere mortal,” Jesus placed the value of our worth a practical framework for us to fulfill the proclamation by sacrificing Himself for us. of Jesus. 4) Importance of Human 1) Service Relationships Social work scholar A. Barsky explained that the value The social work profession affirms the importance of service is fulfilled by a “social worker [subjugating] of relationships in cultivating change. Our God is a their personal desires in order to focus on the needs, relational God and the Bible has given us guidelines interest, and wishes of the people they serve.” There is for our relationships with God himself, our fellow very little doubt that Jesus was committed to putting brothers and sisters and even with our enemies. God others first as demonstrated in His death on the cross. cares about relationships and so do social workers.

29 ECHO 5) Integrity As it says in Hebrews 13:8, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” Jesus is dependable and trustworthy; in imitation of Him, the social worker builds their practice on trustworthiness. The core value of service will have little meaning if it is not carried out with honesty and integrity. As Paul Adams stated in one article: “...character of the agent [social worker] has long been understood as inseparable from the professional act or intervention performed.”

6) Competency Social work is a complex profession that often presents professionals with challenging and unexpected circumstances. It is vital for social workers to conduct honest reflection to explore areas that need improvement. Allan Barsky explained the value of competency as the “knowledge, skills, and self- awareness required to perform social work tasks in an effective manner.” We are given a variety of gifts to serve God, and we can honor God by being excellent at what we do in our profession. Or, as it says in Colossians 3:23, “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.”

I often encourage social work students to pray and listen for God’s calling in their lives. Social work is a demanding profession, and it is important to enter the field with a clear calling from God to maintain the passion to serve. As discussed above, the social work profession’s mission to serve and care for the marginalized does not contradict Jesus’s mission. Being a social worker provided me with ample opportunities to practice my faith through my profession. Social work is not a stage for me to broadcast my political ideology but a platform for me to shout out Jesus’ love in action.

To learn more about our social work program, visit lbc.edu/ social-work

ECHO 30 “I feel more Equipped to work outside the walls of the church to Evangelize to those who are standing in need of a Savior.”

- Norman Hicks

31 ECHO he early years of Norman Hicks (‘18) were at the boy’s shelter, he lacked a confidence in his full of struggle, strife and many injustices. skills in the classroom. “This opportunity did come T Hicks grew up in an unstable home with an with a slight bit of fear on my part,” he said. “All of a abusive father. At the tender age of 11, fearing for sudden those skills I was lacking came back to mind. his safety, this little boy decided it would be better At Greater Mount Calvary’s program, it was all biblical for him to run away than to endure another day at courses. But this meant taking English, math and home with his father. His mother passed away nine literature - all of the courses that would require me years before that. “I thought I could do much better to use skills I felt I did not have. But I didn’t let that on my own,” he stated. stop me.” He applied and was accepted at Lancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary & Graduate School Scared and with nowhere to go, a young Hicks set – Greenbelt, where he’s currently enrolled in the off to live in the woods of San Antonio, Texas. “In biblical studies program for adult learners. He says order to survive, I had to steal for food and sneak it’s been going great – better than he ever imagined. back into my father’s house to steal blankets and clothing to survive the elements outside.” Life “The experience that I have had at LBC has been seemed pretty bleak. great,” Hicks said enthusiastically. “The professors have been wonderful. They are very encouraging But his stint in the woods didn’t last long. “I was and have given me tremendous help in the areas caught by the police and taken to child protective where I felt I lacked - but now I can truly say I don’t services after two weeks,” recounted Hicks. From lack anymore.” He said he’s thankful for his time there, he was taken to live at a boy’s shelter for at LBC and the education that’s prepared him for the next two and half years. Sadly, due to some life outside the classroom. “I am now starting to oversights, Hicks fell through the cracks of the feel very equipped to answer the call that God has system. “I missed the sixth through eighth grades placed on my life,” said Hicks. “The Bible teaches during my time under child protective services’ care,” us that when you have gone through something, he explained. “And those are the years where most it’s as though you had been sifted and you then of the English and reading comprehension skills overcame it. We as Christians are supposed to are taught.” Eventually, the shelter tried to get him go back and find someone who is going through caught up – he did graduate from high school on similar circumstances and give your brother or sister time – but he knew there was a gap in his learning. strength to overcome it.” “After high school, I swore I would never go to college,” he said. “I felt educationally challenged Hicks is doing just that. “For the last 11 years, I because I lacked those skills.” have been working in the homeless ministry at my church,” he said. “Our ministry goes out to show love. God had different plans for Hicks. As he grew up, Our homeless ministry strives to minister in the way he felt a call to the ministry and began working with that Jesus did.” Helping Hands Ministry, a ministry homeless individuals. “I felt the call of God to go of Greater Saint John Cathedral in Upper Marlboro, sharpen my sword,” Hicks explained. “I had previously Maryland, serves hot meals, provides gently-used taken some Bible courses at Greater Mount Calvary clothing and personal care products to the homeless Holy Church where I received a certificate of ministry community in the Washington D.C. area – and under in biblical studies,” he said. “Through the partnership Hicks’ supervision, the ministry is growing all the of Greater Mount Calvary Holy Church and Lancaster time. “Now that I can see my college degree on the Bible College, I was afforded the opportunity to horizon, I feel more equipped to work outside the continue my education where I could obtain my walls of the church to evangelize those who are bachelor’s degree.” Hesitant but interested, he began standing in need of a savior,” he said excitedly. “To to research the program. God be the glory!”

Hicks was excited about the prospect of earning his Want to learn more about our biblical studies degree degree – but also nervous. Ever since his experience in Greenbelt, Maryland? Visit lbc.edu/biblical-studies

ECHO 32 33 ECHO ancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary & The facilities will be used for the men’s and women’s Graduate School broke ground for the first phase soccer teams, as well as the field hockey and women’s L of a new 93,100-square-foot turf field on lacrosse teams. The field will also be used for intramural Thursday, May 3, 2018, at the college’s Lancaster activities and other events on campus. campus in a public ceremony. The Donald H. Funk Field will serve as the new home of the college’s field sport “The classroom of athletics continues to be a vital athletic programs and is named in honor of Donald part of the Lancaster Bible College experience, and Funk, a longtime corporation member at LBC. the addition of a turf field increases our ability to better serve all students and to enhance their overall The land design of the facilities comes from Derck experience at both the intercollegiate and intramural & Edson Associates in Lititz, Pennsylvania, and the levels,” said Josh Beers, senior vice president of student facility will find its home where the current practice experience at LBC. “Every student on our campus field is located for lacrosse and soccer. The first phase, will benefit from this improvement, either as a fan or scheduled for completion this fall and will be dedicated participant.” at Homecoming on Saturday, September 29, 2018. It will feature a turf field, fence and lights. Phase Track the progress on the construction of the Donald two of the project will be scheduled following H. Funk Field and learn more about how you can get the completion of the first phase and will include involved with the Capital Campaign by visiting locker room space, a snack bar area and a press lbc.edu/turf box, among other amenities.

ECHO 34 n my three decade journey of hiring and firing people that work for me, it occurred to me that success is all about people skills and EQ - I never about IQ. A lot of smart people do not make great team members. And if you are a leader, your EQ matters most for your success. Let me give you a great example.

Susan and Bev have been working together for years. They work in a Emotional Intelligence/ fantastic office environment, and they EQ is the capacity to have a good working relationship…except for one glaring sore spot. Susan is a very be aware of, control smart supervisor but has a blind spot that and express one’s drives people crazy: she rocks in IQ but suffers in EQ. emotions, and to By Dr. Hans Finzel handle interpersonal This recent exchange exemplifies what has bugged Bev for all the years of their relationships judiciously relationship. What is wrong with this and empathetically. conversation?

Dr. Hans Finzel is a successful author, Susan: “Hi, Bev, how was your weekend?” speaker and trusted authority in the field Bev: “Dave and I drove our son Ben up to college in Pasadena and settled of leadership. For 20 years, he served him into his dorm. It was tough seeing our last child go off to college. I as president of international non-profit cried a lot on the way home.” WorldVenture, working in over 65 countries. He speaks, writes and teaches practical Susan: “I know. Bob and I had such a struggle when we took Courtney off to college five years ago. We did so much shopping getting everything leadership principles and has written ten ready for her. Even the dog was sad. Our road trip was fun but sad books, including his international bestseller, because we were taking her so far away, and it really was bittersweet. “The Top Ten Mistakes Leaders Make”. It was kind of hard to say good-bye, and then we blah, blah, blah, Today, he serves as president of HDLeaders blah, blah …”

and teaches and speaks globally on all The conversation, as usual, was a one-way street. things leadership. He also serves as an Susan never responded to Bev’s opening adjunct professor in Lancaster Bible College volley of hurting emotions. Nope, not | Capital Seminary & Graduate School’s a single follow-up question. The spotlight always lands on Susan Master of Arts in ministry program. For and stays there. more information on Finzel’s work, visit hansfinzel.com

35 ECHO As smart and talented as Susan is, this blind spot makes people not Five areas in a leader’s life where EQ comes into play: want to work with her. This kind of person is thinking about her 1. Self-perception: Do I really know my strengths and weaknesses? comeback while you are talking, not really absorbing what you are saying. As soon as you are quiet, she interrupts with her own 2. Self-expression: How am I relating to others as a communicator? viewpoint, the cascade of words flowing out. Do other people get what I am trying to say to them? 3. Interpersonal: How well do I get along with the people I work Do you have people like that in your world? The two big issues that with? Do I have good people skills? jeopardize Susan’s career are she talks too much and she never really 4. Decision making: Do I make decisions for the good of the team? listens. She lacks empathy for those around her. She lacks a healthy Do I make decisions in a timely manner, or do I linger too long EQ. I would not want to promote her into leadership and really don’t keeping things open? enjoy being around her. 5. Stress management: How do I act when I am under a lot of What Is Emotional Intelligence? pressure? Is what comes out a bad version of me that is off-putting? EQ is the ability to know one’s self as well as what others are perceiving An EQ Battle Plan about us. Picture this iceberg: IQ is Healthy EQ is one of the ten essential skills every new leader must what you see; EQ is hidden under IQ master. And when I hire new people, I ask the references about the the waterline. Success in work and person’s EQ in these five areas. How do you grow yourself and help leadership has so much more to EQ your team grow in this area? Is it even possible to create a healthy do with EQ than IQ. Through some team when certain teammates are hurting in emotional intelligence? of my own failures, I’ve come to Here are four action steps to move your team, and yourself as well, believe that emotional intelligence toward greater emotional intelligence. is absolutely essential for effective, healthy leadership. 1. Talk to your team about EQ and study it together. You might want to read a good book on EQ. A safe way to start Society has always used IQ as the standard of how smart a person this conversation is to make an example of yourself and ask is. Teachers and parents and the world around you make a big deal your teammates to join you in this. It’s possible to improve EQ about IQ. And, by deduction, people think that the higher your IQ, and experience lasting gains that have a profound positive the further you’re going to go in life and the more effective you’ll be impact on lives as well as careers. in your career. I totally disagree with that premise. We all know smart people who are abrasive and complete failures. 2. Perform team evaluations. Be careful with this, but seek and solicit feedback. You have to discover your blind spots from your peers. Be very careful that this process remains caring and respectful. People have to be committed to each other, and people have to be committed to the fact that this is an improvement process.

3. Create a developmental plan. A developmental plan is when you sit down with someone needing improvement and give them that peer-review feedback: “Here’s this blind spot— what are you going to do to grow and learn?” Be honest with people about their blind spots and introduce a developmental plan. 4. Part ways and release people if there is not major improvement. There are times when you have to cut ties with people that not willing or able to change. If you work with volunteers or people you cannot release, neglect them and pour yourself into the good people who show the most promise.

I confess, during my years as a CEO, I was not in touch with my EQ as I should have been, and that led me into some rough waters. I have three degrees, including a doctorate, but that is mostly head knowledge. Learning more about my EQ has been a game changer for my leadership effectiveness.

To learn more about our Master of Arts in ministry degree, visit lbc.edu/mam

Adapted from Chapter Two. “E” is for Emotional Intelligence. “Top Ten Ways

To Be A Great Leader”, by Hans Finzel (David C Cook, 2017)

ECHO 36 Share your update by emailing [email protected] or online at lbcalumni.com Photos are encouraged. Minimum resolution of 800 x 600 pixels at 72 dpi. We want to hear from you!

Andy Rice Drew Joyce (‘14) and his wife, Robert Garrison (‘15) has used what 1980s Madalyn, welcomed their first child in he learned at LBC | Capital to minister March 2018. to the poor and needy in the D.C. Robert Yost (CBS ’82), had a new metropolitan area for the last two book through published by Wipf & Kyle Lambertson (‘14) was and a half years as a chaplain at Stock in October entitled, “The Pastor’s commissioned into the United States Central Union Mission. Garrison now Library: An Annotated Bibliography of Donavan Bratton Navy as a chaplain in June 2018 during manages their six-month residential Biblical and Theological Resources his studies in Columbia International recovery program called the spiritual for Ministry.” University’s Master of Divinity in transformation program. chaplaincy program. 2000s Doug Condran (’16) started a new Jeff Mindler (‘14) and his wife, Allie Andy Rice (’06) was named the position as box office coordinator for (Joél ‘15), welcomed their first child president of Berkshire Institute for the Lancaster Barnstormers.

Kyle Lambertson on June 23, 2018. Christian Studies in Lenox, Mass. Anna Hess (’16) married Kyle Roberts Kathryn Ritter-Balyesele (‘14) and her on January 21, 2018. 2010s husband, Bovey, welcome their first Joshua Finkbeiner (’17) married Megan Ray (‘14) and her husband, child Ada Lulu, on June 3, 2018. Amanda Link on July 8, 2018. Cody (‘15), welcomed their second Scott Rodeheaver (‘14) was accepted child, Caleb Dean, into the world on Jennifer Gibson (’17) married her into University of North Carolina’s Evelyn Stauffer March 25, 2018. middle school sweetheart, Isaiah, School of The Arts for a master’s in July 2016. The new couple Donavan Bratton (‘14) and Racquel degree in film scoring. welcomed their daughter, Naomi Mullings were married on June Seraphina Gibson, to the world on 23, 2018 in Cold Spring, New York. Evelyn Stauffer (‘14) accepted a December 19, 2017. Donavan also began a new position position in June as the press secretary for the U.S. Department of Health & as youth director at Living Word Derek Bigley (’18) married Ruthanne Derek Bigley Human Services. Community Church in York, Pa. Millen on June 9, 2018.

Brian Cunningham (‘14) and his wife, Ryan Zook (‘14) joined the team at Dillon Nickel (’18) recently joined Sedeka, had their first child, Gabriel Worship Center in Lancaster, Pa. as the the team at Floody City Church in James Cunningham, on June 14, 2018. student ministry serve team developer Johnstown, Pa. as the next generation on April 30, 2018. pastor, overseeing the youth and young adult ministries.

RESTING IN HIS PRESENCE

Helen Barnett ( ’85) passed away on April 6. After graduating from Lancaster Bible College, Helen spent a large part of her professional career as an administrative assistant for State Farm Insurance Agency. In her spare time, she enjoyed scrapbooking, crafting, and playing Racko with her grandchildren. She was also a member of the “Sassy Ladies” of Lancaster, Pa.

Howard “Howie” Holmes (’86) entered into the presence of the Lord on February 20. A 1986 graduate of LBC, Holmes had a passion for teaching others the word of the Lord and for short- term missions, serving for many years as a pastor at Providence Bible Church in Culpeper, Va. Helen Barnett and as a teacher at Fredericksburg Christian School in Fredericksburg, Va. He is survived by his wife of many years, Deborah “Debbie”, who he met at LBC, along with three children.

Warren Stehman, Sr. (’76) went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 10. Husband to his wife, Dorothy “Dottie” (Keener), for 67 years, he was loving, attentive and cared for her in their home through many years of dementia. Warren served in WWII in the Okinawa Howard Holmes Campaign. He graduated from Lancaster Bible College with a teacher’s certificate in biblical studies and noted that his favorite ‘occupation’ was the years when he and his wife served with Campsite Evangelism at Tuscarora Creek Campground in Juniata County. He also loved evangelizing the sugar cane workers in Florida. Since 2006, Warren was a faithful member of Faith Bible Church in Rheems after serving for many years at Calvary Bible Church in Mount Warren Stehman, Sr. Joy as a charter member.

37 ECHO On July 9, Richard J. “Dick” Goodhart, 89, entered into executive vice president of the company. The family eternal rest and finally met his Savior face to face. A business reflected the values of its owners, supporting member of the LBC Corporation since 1971, he and his scholarships for decades of Bible college students. A first wife, Doris, enrolled together in our Evening Institute strong believer, Goodhart served in various ministry and graduated in 1977. Goodhart was elected to the capacities, including volunteering with his wife as Board of Trustees in 1973 and named honorary trustee when he stepped down in 2000. He fulfilled the duties missionaries for two years. He was a member of Grace of board chair with graciousness and efficiency for six Community Church in Willow Street at the time of his years, serving on several committees and chairing the passing. Goodhart loved attending Penn State football college’s Golden Jubilee fundraising campaign. President games, spending time at his cabin in Mifflin Country, Peter W. Teague said Goodhart “invested 25 years of his playing golf, hunting and enjoying time with his loved life in Lancaster Bible College, his fingerprints are all over ones. His first wife, Doris H. Goodhart, preceded him in our campus, and the legacy he has left is a godly one.” death in 2002. Surviving him are his wife Linda Burnett Goodhart was a lifetime owner and employee of Goodhart, his son, three daughters, eight grandchildren Goodhart Sons, Inc., a steel fabricator, and retired as and 12 great-grandchildren.

ECHO 38 That’s right - we’re adding new programs to our existing online offerings of bible, business and criminal justice. With the addition of these new and exciting majors, you’re sure to find a program suited to your needs. Let’s talk.

lbc.edu/accelerated | 866.275.8270 | [email protected]

39 ECHO he Philadelphia location of Lancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary & Graduate School announced in T May that it now offers a bachelor’s degree in business administration on site through the college’s accelerated undergraduate program.

Those interested in pursuing an undergraduate degree in business at the college’s Philadelphia site will take business courses in the college’s state-of-the-art classrooms at Deliverance Evangelistic Church located at 2001 W. Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19132. The business degree is also offered completely online and as a traditional undergraduate degree at our Lancaster campus.

To learn more about our Philadelphia business program, visit lbc.edu/accelerated-business

Through LBC | Capital’s accelerated undergraduate programs, students have the chance to earn up to 30 college credits for life experience and take classes on site once a week, making it easier for them to earn a degree while maintaining a career.

ECHO 40 Upcoming Events AT LBC | CAPITAL & THE TRUST PERFORMING ARTS CENTER For more information regarding most of these events or to purchase tickets, visit lbc.edu/events To contact the LBC Box Office, call 717-560-8241 or email [email protected]

2018 EVENTS

August 25 at 8:30 a.m. September 28 at 8 a.m. OPEN HOUSE FOR ADULT LEARNERS IN MARYLAND September 29 at 9 a.m. HOMECOMING & FAMILY WEEKEND LBC | Capital – Greenbelt LBC | Capital – Lancaster Campus Our Greenbelt location is hosting an information session for prospective students interested in earning an accelerated Join us as we celebrate your alma mater! There will be food, undergraduate, graduate or seminary degree in Greenbelt, fun and games for everyone. Maryland. Attendees will learn about LBC | Capital’s online and lbc.edu/homecoming in class programs available through the college’s accelerated program, as well as the college’s master’s and doctoral level programs. The event will also include a chance to win one of October 4 at 7:30 p.m. three scholarships. The recipient must be present in order to receive it. Attendees will also hear a classroom presentation DONALD SINTA QUARTET and enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast. The Trust Performing Arts Center Tickets: Complimentary The Donald Sinta Saxophone Quartet has earned praise from lbc.edu/infosession audiences and critics alike for its virtuosic performances, compelling recordings and distinctive repertoire. Having September 21 at 7 p.m. performed in our inaugural season in 2014, this concert will mark the quartet’s triumphant return to The Trust as gold September 22 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. medal winners of America’s most prestigious chamber music September 23 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. competition, The Fischoff. Performing a varied repertoire that September 28 at 7 p.m. spans transcriptions of Beethoven quartets to modern tangos, September 29 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. this dynamic ensemble was a staff favorite in their Trust September 30 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. premier and we are delighted to present them in our fifth anniversary season. TITANIC THE MUSICAL Tickets: $25 LBC | Capital – Lancaster Campus lancastertrust.com Come aboard the ship of dreams in this Tony Award-winning musical - a heart stopping and riveting ride through the final moments of Titanic’s fateful journey, brought to you in October 5 at 8 a.m. partnership with Servant Stage Company. Tickets are required PREVIEW DAY to attend. LBC | Capital – Lancaster Campus Tickets: Pay what you will lbc.edu/events Preview day at LBC | Capital gives prospective students the chance to get a taste of student life on our Lancaster campus! Guests can choose to stay overnight in our residence halls,

Homecoming & Open House Family Weekend Preview Day Titanic The Musical

41 ECHO interact with current students and faculty, worship in chapel, October 25 at 7:30 p.m. tour the campus, learn more about our undergraduate October 26 at 7:30 p.m. programs and participate in other fun activities. October 27 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Admission: Complimentary October 28 at 2 p.m. lbc.edu/preview November 1 at 7:30 p.m. November 2 at 7:30 p.m. November 3 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. October 13 at 6 p.m. THE MAN WHO CAME TO DINNER FREE HARVEST FESTIVAL The Trust Performing Arts Center LBC | Capital – Lancaster Campus The Trust presents the brilliantly witty madcap comedy, “The Lancaster Bible College invites the families of our local Man Who Came to Dinner.” Filled with fascinating character community to join us for our annual Harvest Festival! This roles and winking homage to the intellectual and popular yearly tradition is filled with games, local food vendors, culture of the 1930s, this beloved American classic features a entertainment and activities for children of all ages to enjoy - famous houseguest who quickly wears out his welcome by including a bounce house! Food and drink vendors will be wreaking havoc in the lives of his hosts. on site with low, family-friendly prices. Tickets are not required, but registration is encouraged! Tickets: $18 Tickets: Complimentary lancastertrust.com lbc.edu/events October 26 at 2 p.m. October 27 at 9 a.m. October 27 at 7 p.m. CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION FOR PSYCHOLOGICAL FRANCESCA BATTISTELLI FT. STARS GO DIM IN STUDIES (CAPS) EAST REGIONAL CONFERENCE CONCERT (The Break Up Tour) LBC | Capital – Lancaster Campus LBC | Capital – Lancaster Campus CAPS East Regional Conference has a rich tradition of bringing Francesca Battistelli has been a stand-out artist in in clinicians, church leaders and academics in the Eastern contemporary Christian music for the past ten years. With United States to gather and share their work and encourage uplifting and authentic lyrics combined with pop-driven music, faith and practice integration across multidisciplinary fields of her songs have connected with so many. Her popular song, the helping professions. “Holy Spirit,” won a Grammy in 2016, and is just one of many of Francesca’s fan favorites. Battistelli’s musical impact over the CAPS member: $119 years promises us a night of positive and encouraging worship, Non-member: $139 opened up by the band, Stars Go Dim. Tickets will be higher CAPS Student member: $69 priced at the door and doors open at 6 p.m. Presented by Non-member Student (Full-time only): $89 CMI Productions & WJTL. Spouse: $69 Tickets: $23.50 - $75 caps.net itickets.com

Francesca Battistelli

Free Harvest Festival CAPS East Regional Conference

ECHO 42 Upcoming Events

November 3 at 9 a.m. November 9 at 8:30 a.m. November 10 at 10 a.m. NEXT MINISTRY CONFERENCE (YOUTH LEADER EVENT) PIANO FESTIVAL LBC | Capital – Lancaster Campus LBC | Capital – Lancaster Campus

NEXT is an affordable and practical one-day training event Participate in Lancaster Bible College’s first ever Piano Festival, designed to equip and encourage adult volunteers who work featuring private study with LBC piano faculty, special topic with youth and kids. It also provides content to help high workshops and a masterclass by The 5 Browns. Registration school students discover their callings. Hosted by the CMA includes overnight accommodations, lunch and dinner on church and Lancaster Bible College. Friday, ice cream social, Saturday continental breakfast and one ticket to The 5 Browns concert Friday evening. Festival fee Children’s Pastor/Director: $35.00 will be reimbursed for students who have already applied to Children’s Volunteer: $35.00 Lancaster Bible College. Be sure to check your email after you Youth Pastor/Director: $35.00 purchase your tickets to complete the registration process and Youth Volunteer: $35.00 receive scheduling details. Students: $10.00 Tickets: $50 lbc.edu/next lbc.edu/events

November 4 at 7 p.m. November 17 at 7:30 p.m. FALL CHORAL ENSEMBLES CONCERT November 18 at 2 p.m. The Trust Performing Arts Center THE DURANG DANCE COLLECTIVE PRESENTS A-Y DANCERS Join us for a fantastic concert featuring the LBC Chamber Singers and Women’s Chorus. Tickets are required to attend. The Trust Performing Arts Center

Tickets: Pay what you will A-Y Dancers is an exciting new repertory dance company lbc.edu/events based in New York’s Hudson Valley. Their program features three choreographers who represent the past, present and future of American concert dance. The program begins with November 9 at 7 p.m. a collage of solos, trios and quartets by Merce Cunningham, one of the most celebrated choreographers of the 20th THE 5 BROWNS century. The second work is Doug Varone’s critically acclaimed LBC | Capital – Lancaster Campus 2003 work, “Of the Earth Far Below,” a dynamic group dance featuring a cast of eight dancers against Steve Reich’s “Triple This event is made possible by the Melva S. McIlwaine Concert Quartet”. Completing the program will be a work by a Lancaster and Masterclass Endowment and features the world-famous choreographer selected from the Durang Dance Collective’s piano quintet of Julliard-trained siblings featured on PBS. choreographer’s showcase. Ticket: $20 - $30 Tickets: $15 lbc.edu/events lancastertrust.com

Next Ministry Conference Fall Choral Ensembles Concert The 5 Browns Piano Festival

43 ECHO November 24 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. December 4 at 7:30 p.m. December 1 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. December 5 at 7:30 p.m. December 8 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. THE KING’S SINGERS December 15 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. December 22 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. The Trust Performing Arts Center THE LION, THE WITCH, AND THE WARDROBE Grammy award winners, The King’s Singers, celebrating their 50th season, make their Trust debut this Christmas! This world- The Trust Performing Arts Center renowned British a cappella vocal ensemble is acclaimed for their life affirming virtuosity and irresistible charm. Don’t miss The Reverie Actors Company presents a unique adaptation of your opportunity to see The King’s Singers in the heart of C.S. Lewis’s beloved story in which all the roles are performed Lancaster, Pennsylvania. by two performers. This amazing 45-minute adaptation was created by renowned Broadway actress le Clanché du Rand Tickets: $68 and toured by the Lincoln Center. Join the Pevensie children in lancastertrust.com their fantastic journey through the wardrobe where they meet all of your favorite characters from Narnia. It’s the perfect family outing to prepare for the holiday season! 2019 EVENTS Tickets: $8 - $12 lancastertrust.com January 18 at 7 p.m. January 19 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. January 20 at 2 p.m. November 30 at 7 p.m. December 1 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. January 25 at 7 p.m. January 26 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. REFLECTIONS ON MESSIAH: ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CONCERT BYE BYE BIRDIE LBC | Capital – Lancaster Campus LBC | Capital – Lancaster Campus A loving send-up of the early 1960s, small-town America, Ring in the Christmas season with music, theater and dance teenagers and rock and roll, Bye Bye Birdie remains as fresh centered around Handel’s Messiah. Showcasing the talents and vibrant as ever. Teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie has been of our amazing student choirs and orchestra, Reflections drafted, so he chooses All-American girl Kim MacAfee for a on Messiah features a variety of musical styles including very public farewell moment. Ticket prices will be announced favorite excerpts from Handel’s iconic masterpiece. This and go on sale this fall. LBC Christmas celebration has become a popular holiday tradition, so reserve your ticket soon! lbc.edu/events Tickets: Pay what you will lbc.edu/events

The King’s Singers Reflections on Messiah

New York Polyphony

ECHO 44 Upcoming Events 2019 EVENTS

February 17 at 7:30 p.m. February 18 at 7:30 p.m April 2 at 11:30 a.m.

NEW YORK POLYPHONY MILLENNIALBOOM: Helping Boomers and The Trust Performing Arts Center Millennials Thrive Together in Life and Work Grammy-nominated vocal quartet based out of New York City The Church & Ministry Leadership Department invites you to returns to The Trust after selling out their past performances. this luncheon for the purpose of bringing together local and Praised for a “rich, natural sound that’s larger and more complex regional ministry leaders for training. This spring our training than the sum of its parts,” (National Public Radio), New York time will focus on “MillennialBOOM: Helping Boomers and Polyphony is regarded as one of the finest vocal chamber Millennials Thrive Together in Life and Work”. Come join the ensembles in the world. New York Polyphony is supported by conversation as Dr. Hanz Finzel, author, speaker and trusted Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation through USArtists International in leader shares on his new book centered around Boomers and partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts and the Millennials engaging the work of God together. A meal will be Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. provided during the time of the luncheon. Tickets: $37 Tickets: $10 lancastertrust.com lbc.edu/events

March 3 at 4 p.m. May 4 at 8 a.m. HYMN SING SHADEY’S RUGGED RUN LBC | Capital – Lancaster Campus LBC | Capital – Lancaster Campus Come join us at our third annual hymn sing as we raise our 3.5 miles worth of mud, sludge and lots of fun! All proceeds voices in praise through the great hymns of the faith! raised from the race will be donated to LBC Athletics and Penn Tickets: Pay what you will State Hershey Children’s Miracle Network. lbc.edu/events Early Registration: $75 shadeysruggedrun.com March 22 at 7 p.m. RANKY TANKY WITH LBC CHORALE LBC | Capital – Lancaster Campus Featured on NPR’s Fresh Air with Terry Gross, the South Carolina-based Ranky Tanky soared to national acclaim in the fall of 2017 when their debut album soared to the #1 position on the Billboard, iTunes and Amazon Jazz Charts. You won’t want to miss this special evening of high-energy inspirational music combining this amazing band with the powerful voices of 70 voice LBC Chorale! Tickets: $16 - $24 lbc.edu/events

Ranky Tanky Hymn Sing MillennialBOOM Shadey’s Rugged Run

45 ECHO nce again, friends of the college are invited to join us on a European quest to take in the pageantry of the passion play in Oberammergau, nestled in O the Bavarian region of Germany. We will spend three days in Bavaria, including attending the 42nd performance of Das Passion Spiel, showcasing the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. This landmark event was established by the town council in 1634 in gratitude to God for sparing them of the Great Plague that ravaged Europe. Then we will board a river cruise touring the Rhine, embarking from Amsterdam to Munich. Space is limited and not guaranteed, so reserve your spot today!

DETAILS Wednesday, August 5 – Saturday, August 15, 2020 Includes 10 days with 7 guided tours in 3 countries and roundtrip airfare Stops in Germany, Austria and Hungary

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Come aboard the ship of dreams in this Tony Award- winning musical - a heart stopping and riveting ride through the final moments of Titanic’s fateful journey, brought to you in partnership with Servant Stage Company. Tickets are pay what you will, but donations are encouraged and can be made online. lbc.edu/events

September 21 at 7 p.m. September 23 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. September 29 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. September 22 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. September 28 at 7 p.m. September 30 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

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