DOCSLIB.ORG

Revolutionary Decision

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
Revolutionary Decision Andrews University Digital Commons @ Andrews University Faculty Publications Fall 2009 Revolutionary Decision Meredith Jones-Gray Andrews University, [email protected] Follow this and additional works at: https://digitalcommons.andrews.edu/pubs Part of the English Language and Literature Commons Recommended Citation Jones-Gray, Meredith, "Revolutionary Decision" (2009). Faculty Publications. 987. https://digitalcommons.andrews.edu/pubs/987 This Popular Press is brought to you for free and open access by Digital Commons @ Andrews University. It has been accepted for inclusion in Faculty Publications by an authorized administrator of Digital Commons @ Andrews University. For more information, please contact [email protected]. revolutionary decision by Meredith Jones Gray and Keri Suarez hen the General Conference Au- completion of a brand-new tumn Council convened in October college church, rising on the w 1958, perhaps no one fully knew southern edge of campus. The how the discussions that ensued and the library housed a collection of decisions the delegates made would affect 60,000 books, but was quickly people, institutions and the Church itself. outgrowing its home in what The attendees were about to witness the birth is today known as Griggs Hall. of a new comprehensive university to serve Of the dedicated faculty, 16 the World Church. It would be a long process had doctorate’s and 40 held culminating in the naming of Andrews master’s degrees. University in April 1960. Three institutions In spite of its rural setting in particular would never be the same again: and the apparent slow pace of Emmanuel Missionary College, the Seventh- EMC’s campus life, Ritten- The General conference building day Adventist Theological Seminary and house noted, “Our campus Potomac University. far more closely resembles an anthill than a calm and quiet retreat.” And the world crept into the peaceful set- emmanuel Missionary College In the fall of 1958, 929 students represent- ting, as it always had. Rittenhouse reminded In 1958, Emmanuel Missionary College (EMC) ing 23 countries were enrolled in the college. the Lake Union constituency that the campus had been in Berrien Springs, Michigan, for 57 The student body reveled in the typical round was not completely isolated: “Influences of years. The school resided on about 400 acres, of collegiate activities: the student paper, the the cold war, the struggle over integration, which included “rich farm land,” in what yearbook, campus clubs, Ingathering, MV labor difficulties, the decline of public and then-president Floyd O. Rittenhouse referred (missionary volunteer) bands, American Tem- private morality, the portents of radically to as a “favored rural region.” Recent building perance Society orations, singing in the Col- differing patterns of society under the aegis achievements included a “modern, efficient legians or playing in the EMC concert band, of nuclear science and the space age, the milking parlor,” and plans were underway the SA (student association) banquet, the competition for students on the part of well- for a student center that would include new, lyceum-concert series on Saturday nights and financed, tax-supported colleges—all these updated dining services. It would be the first so on. In addition to pursuing a rich extracur- things affect us.” change in the cafeteria accommodations ricular life and their studies, the students since the dining room was installed in the worked all over campus—at the bindery, laun- The seminary basement of the women’s dormitory in 1901. dry, farm, college press and service station, to For the past 23 years, the Seventh-day Adven- The campus was also abuzz with the near- name just a few. tist Theological Seminary had been near the hub of the nation in Takoma Park, Maryland. A new Seminary building had been built on a lot behind the General Conference (World Church headquarters) and dedicated in Janu- ary 1941, but by 1957 the building was already overflowing. Designed for a maximum enroll- ment of 140, it often accommodated around 200 students from 13 countries. Classes were held in the chapel and the Takoma Park Church. In 1958 there was an influx of “fifth-year” ministerial students completing their extra year of training after college (a new church- wide requirement), but a majority of the stu- dents were mature church workers, many of them ordained, who had already served in the field and had returned for graduate training. The Seminary owned 83 apartments where An aerial view of the early Andrews university campus, 1961 the students lived, many married with fami- lies. Students often struggled to make ends 16 F o c u s meet, working at a wide derstanding that all three institutions—Wash- variety of jobs throughout ington Missionary College, the Seminary and the urban area. the graduate school—would be integrated. Jan Paulsen, current R.R. Figuhr, General Conference president president of the General at that time, assured him that that would be Conference, shared his per- the case. At that time, Rittenhouse had no sonal experiences during other thought than that the new combined an August 2009 visit to An- university would be located in the Washing- drews University. Paulsen ton, D.C., area. holds degrees from EMC, Rittenhouse, along with the rest of the the Theological Seminary search committee, set his attention on finding in Takoma Park and An- a location to build this new university in the drews University—uniquely greater D.C. area. They found a parcel of prop- positioning him to remem- erty—not far from what is today the location ber the times of decision of the General Conference headquarters—and and change that led to the Potomac university paid down an option with intentions to build creation and formation of the new integrated school there. Andrews University in 1959–60. Paulsen was programs in religion, history and education, “I worked night and day, early and late, just 22 years old when he began his education and made plans for degrees in English, music trying to get a decision to build the new insti- at the Seminary in Takoma Park. The actual and biology as soon as finances permitted. tution there,” said Rittenhouse. “But I soon location of the Seminary, adjacent to the Gen- Then the wrangling over the location of discovered Columbia Union Conference was eral Conference, was of great importance to the new university began. There was no extra very hesitant to move Washington Missionary Paulsen’s experience: “We ate in the Review room on the cramped campus of Washington College.” Money was the culprit. Church lead- & Herald cafeteria if we wanted to. Many of Missionary College or at the Seminary. Would ership felt they did not have sufficient funds the GC (General Conference) people were the University stay in Takoma Park with to build the new institution and soon politics also there eating. We worshiped in the same new facilities to be built on 18 acres next to set in. Eventually, according to Rittenhouse, churches. Some of the GC people would come Takoma Academy? Would the whole school the entire proposal—the bringing together of and teach the classes. The aura of being close move out of the city? There were disagree- the graduate school, the Seminary and Wash- to the GC was impactful on me.” ments among church leadership as to the ington Missionary College—fell apart over the next step. issue of .25 percent interest on a loan Potomac University In June 1958, the trustees decided to call a In 1955, the General Conference had under- new president to Potomac University—Ritten- Autumn Council 1958 taken the issue of expanding advanced study house, president of EMC in Berrien Springs. Things came to a head in October 1958. Rit- in the denomination by forming the Commit- Rittenhouse accepted and began a double tenhouse wrote to Figuhr just days before tee on Graduate Work. The Church—both in life of serving as president to both EMC and Autumn Council began. In that letter he North America and worldwide—desperately Potomac University until a replacement could wrote, “Now these developments clearly needed educators with advanced degrees in be found for his duties in Berrien Springs. indicate that the university as outlined to its secondary schools and colleges. The result Rittenhouse liked to say that during that me does not now seem to be either in the of the Committee’s research and delibera- stressful period he commuted by night and immediate or remote prospect. Thus, the post tions was a decision made at the 1956 Annual worked by day. Known for having a frank which I thought I was to have does not now Council to establish a university that would sense of humor combined with a quick wit, exist nor does it appear likely to exist anytime consist of “an organic union of the Seventh- Rittenhouse was well-known for his quips. in the near future. I do not feel that I would day Adventist Theological Seminary and a Greg Constantine, research professor of art fit very well in the Seminary as such by itself. new graduate school,” as well as an “affili- and artist-in-residence emeritus (and a stu- ... Under these circumstances I feel that I am ation with Washington Missionary College dent at EMC/Andrews University from 1955 to left no choice but to bow out of the picture. as the undergraduate institution.” E.D. Dick, 1960), recalls one of the president’s memo- ... I plan to be in Washington next week for a then-president of the Seventh-day Adventist rable pieces of advice to the students: “One of few days of the Autumn Council, but I cannot Theological Seminary, was asked to serve the things he liked to say was, ‘The door that stay long.” as acting president of the new entity, which let you in will also let you out.’” Back in Berrien Springs, most at the EMC would be called Potomac University.
Load more

Recommended publications
  • West Michigan Pike Route but Is Most Visible Between Whitehall and Shelby
    Oceana County Historic Resource Survey 198 Oceana Drive, Rothbury New England Barn & Queen Anne Residence Hart-Montague Trail, Rothbury The trail is twenty-two miles of the former rail bed of the Pere Marquette Railroad. It was made a state park in 1988. The railroad parallels much of the West Michigan Pike route but is most visible between Whitehall and Shelby. New Era New Era was found in 1878 by a group of Dutch that had been living in Montague serving as mill hands. They wanted to return to an agrarian lifestyle and purchased farms and planted peach orchards. In 1947, there were eighty-five Dutch families in New Era. 4856 Oceana, New Era New Era Canning Company The New Era Canning Company was established in 1910 by Edward P. Ray, a Norwegian immigrant who purchased a fruit farm in New Era. Ray grew raspberries, a delicate fruit that is difficult to transport in hot weather. Today, the plant is still owned by the Ray family and processes green beans, apples, and asparagus. Oceana County Historic Resource Survey 199 4775 First Street, New Era New Era Reformed Church 4736 First Street, New Era Veltman Hardware Store Concrete Block Buildings. New Era is characterized by a number of vernacular concrete block buildings. Prior to 1900, concrete was not a common building material for residential or commercial structures. Experimentation, testing and the development of standards for cement and additives in the late 19th century, led to the use of concrete a strong reliable building material after the turn of the century. Concrete was also considered to be fireproof, an important consideration as many communities suffered devastating fires that burned blocks of their wooden buildings Oceana County Historic Resource Survey 200 in the late nineteenth century.
    [Show full text]
  • If the Lights Go out LETTERS
    February 25, 1999 AnchorPoints If the Lights Go Out LETTERS The Sabbath Trail “The 27 fundamental beliefs are not coming to the house, they saw the child Thank you for Bill Knott’s wonderful an attempt to express opinions . , with his mother Mary, and they bowed article on the Sabbath but facts.” The 27 beliefs are, in truth, down and worshiped him” (NIV). Trail (“A Witness in beliefs; they are not facts. Facts are the Stones,” Dec. 24 objective reality, and they are not by —Donald J. Keeler AnchorPoints nature “polemical,” as Goldstein states. NAPA, CALIFORNIA Edition) and for the People do not debate facts; they debate attention it is bringing the implications they see related to to the Washington what facts are available. The mention of Jesus’ birth in a Web page. While “filthy” stable was annoying to us. Our working on the trail the better part of —Ron Corson dads were farmers all of their lives. six weeks this past summer, we met CLARKSTON, WASHINGTON The barns and stables were always many people walking the trail—the kept clean, with fresh straw, sweet- enthusiastic response was exciting to see. smelling hay in the manger, and a Several visitors indicated that they The Birth of Jesus generous scoop of grist or grain for a would come back and bring their friends. In “At First Glance” (Dec. 24) Myrna treat. The manure pile was outside of One non-Adventist family of four found Tetz follows what many have done in the barn or stable. The barn or stable the trail from surfing the Internet.
    [Show full text]
  • Wroogi the Truth Is, the First Thing You Know Yc
    Reviesvo VEMBER 28, 1974 ADVENT REVIEW AND SABBATH HERALD • GENERAL CHURCH PAPER OF THE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTISTS DU are a new ristian. You averti. been baptized. The future bright. Jesus loves You love esus. In fa low eNTe ryboi Smooth s re on. Right? wroogi The truth is, the as just b egu First thing you know yc halo of good intentions no lo er seems to fit quit ome of e old w keep co ack and continued on page Editor's Viewpoint The Bill Gothard Seminars Few personalities and religious programs in recent years The concepts are illustrated or explained by drawings, dia- have evoked stronger and more contrasting opinions than grams, and charts. has Bill Gothard and his Institute in Basic Youth Conflicts. It seems clear that any program as successful as Gothard's Some people who have attended the seminars declare that must be meeting a real need. That need may vary from indi- through them their lives have been changed and their mar- vidual to individual. With some it may be a need for a happier riages saved. Understandably, they are enthusiastic. Others home. With others, for peace of mind. With others, for im- have reacted negatively. They have criticized the seminars proved interpersonal relationships. With still others, for mean- as merely a money-making device, called attention to weak- ing in life. With still others, for relating satisfactorily to God. nesses in the lectures, and asked, "What can a 40-year-old As we mentioned at the outset, critics of the program are bachelor possibly know about successful marriage?" numerous and vocal.
    [Show full text]
  • Research and Creative Scholarship at Andrews University (2013). Volume 4
    Andrews University Digital Commons @ Andrews University Annual Research Highlights Office of Research and Creative Scholarship 2013 Research and Creative Scholarship at Andrews University (2013). Volume 4. Andrews University Follow this and additional works at: http://digitalcommons.andrews.edu/researchbrochure Recommended Citation Andrews University, "Research and Creative Scholarship at Andrews University (2013). Volume 4." This Book is brought to you for free and open access by the Office of Research and Creative Scholarship at Digital Commons @ Andrews University. It has been accepted for inclusion in Annual Research Highlights by an authorized administrator of Digital Commons @ Andrews University. For more information, please contact [email protected]. Research and Creative Scholarship at Andrews University Summer 2013, Volume 4 Research August 2013 and Creative Research at Andrews Scholarship The University is not just a place where knowledge is disseminated from professor to student. Rather, it is where inquisitive minds at Andrews University seek out new knowledge and better understanding of ourselves and the world we inhabit, and where this knowledge may be ap- plied for the benefit of others. At Andrews University, research and Summer 2013, Volume 4 creative scholarship is core to our academic life. Faculty and stu- dents work together to ask questions, seek answers, and apply what they learn. The Adventist Advantage: The following pages present a brief sampling of some of the ongoing research The Health Risk Study and and creative scholarship projects at Andrews. Adventist Influence Psychologist Herb Helm and sociologist Duane McBride explore the relation- Herb Helm ship between the Adventist subculture and risk behavior among students. They Duane McBride are discovering factors that influence risk behaviors among youth, and what may increase the probability they will make smart life choices.
    [Show full text]
  • PERSISTENCE in FAITH WOMEN in ADVENTIST HISTORY NEWS on the WEB in THIS ISSUE / “Telling the Stories of What God Is Doing in the Lives of His People”
    MARCH 2019 PERSISTENCE IN FAITH WOMEN IN ADVENTIST HISTORY NEWS ON THE WEB IN THIS ISSUE / “Telling the stories of what God is doing in the lives of His people” Let's Stay in Touch! FEATURES Visit lakeunionherald.org for 14 more on these and other stories Forgotten Women of Adventism MOO-VING ON: ANDREWS UNIVERSITY By Caitlin Jankiewicz SAYS GOODBYE TO DAIRY FARM Andrews University milked its last cows JESUS AND POLITICS on Dec. 19. According to Chip Meekma, the University’s controller and general vimeo.com/lakeunionherald manager of its agriculture operations, New videos added on a regular basis 750 acres of corn and soybeans and 87 20 acres of juice grapes will continue. I’m excited about this issue of What I Know Now TWO LAKE UNION PATHFINDER Letters to My Younger Self CLUBS REGISTER 100+ MEMBERS FOR the Herald. I know I’ve said that CAMPOREE before, but it’s true! I’ve always Stevensville and Hinsdale Fil-Am Challengers were among the clubs regis- Follow us at lakeunionherald loved history and have appre- tering more than 100 Pathfinders for the ciated living in several areas International Camporee in Oshkosh, Wis., this summer. of the country that are rich in Adventist history. Editing this PERSPECTIVES LIFESTYLE LAKE REGION DIRECTOR EARNS issue I’ve been inspired as I’ve MINISTRY EXCELLENCE AWARD President's Perspective 4 Family Focus 6 Lake Region Adult Ministries learned, for the first time, of sev- Lest We Forget 8 Alive & Well 7 director, Leon Bryant, was honored eral women in Adventist minis- Conversations with God 9 Tuesday, Jan.
    [Show full text]
  • Winter 2015 Newsletter & Class Schedule January | February | March | April | May View Learn
    ART UPDATE WINTER 2015 NEWSLETTER & CLASS SCHEDULE JANUARY | FEBRUARY | MARCH | APRIL | MAY VIEW LEARN IN THE GALLERIES ....... page 4 VISITING ARTIST WORKSHOP ................. page 11 ADULT STUDIO IN THE artlab ................ page 5 CLASSES ......................page 12 ARTIST INTERVIEW ......page 7 YOUTH STUDIO CLASSES ......................page 14 ENGAGE CONNECT EVENTS & CALENDAR ................ page 19 PROGRAMS ...................page 9 We’re honored to be named as one of the nation’s 100 Great Community Hospitals.* But we’re more proud of our work that supports the recognition. It means you can rely on Lakeland HealthCare for: • Clinical quality • Patient safety • Patient satisfaction • A ordability and value Our commitment to giving exemplary care to our friends, neighbors, and families demands that we keep working toward perfection. Have you received great care at Lakeland HealthCare? Please share your story on our Facebook page. *Becker’s Hospital Review uses information from iVantage Health Analytics, Truven Health Analytics, CareChex, and the American Hospital Association for its “100 Great Community Hospitals” list. COVER IMAGE: The Prince #I, by artist John Bankston www.lakelandhealth.org 2 Happy New Year! Thanks to the generosity of many, the Krasl Art Center wraps up a great 2014 and enters 2015 poised for another successful year. Some 2014 celebrations include: • A brand new guest experience with new flooring in the lobbies and galleries, updated main floor restrooms and beautifully updated gift shop all thanks to a successful capital improvement grant from the Michigan Council for Arts & Cultural Affairs which provided 50% of funds needed. • Your contribution to a record breaking 2013-14 annual appeal which supported ground floor renovations, education programs, exhibitions, sculpture purchases and endowment growth.
    [Show full text]
  • The Andrews University Magazine 1
    THE ANDREWS UNIVERSITY MAGAZINE WINTER 2008, VOLUME 44, NO. 1 CAREER OF SERVICE CONVERSATIONS WITH LES & GREG COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE l l l in focus Committed (in a good way) to Andrews Employee loyalty, a lifelong career—these are concepts which are almost obsolete in our day and age. Today, the norm among workers in their 20s is to switch jobs every two years. But at Andrews University, many faculty and staff have spent the majority of their professional lives at this one institution. What has prompted that type of THE ANDREWS UNIVERSITY MAGAZINE commitment? Interim Editor Not all occupations are exciting, but they need to bring some type of fulfillment— Patricia Spangler (BS ’04) either in the form of a pay check, making a difference in other people’s lives, learning a new skill or being part of a team. Employees need to feel that they are making a Contributing Editors contribution to the overall success of their organization. Everything from developing Tami Condon (BS ’91) proper filing systems to teaching anatomy and physiology has an impact. No job is Brent Geraty (MA ‘91) insignificant. Jenny Tillay The effect of employee turnover on an organization can be substantial. In the posi- tive sense, it can bring an influx of new ideas and approaches, and often adding “new Designer blood” revitalizes and brings positive change. On the other hand, the cost of turnover Matt Hamel (AT ’05) definitely affects bottom-line performance. When an employee gives notice of their departure they are already mentally “checking out” and starting to concentrate on the Writers challenges of their upcoming position.
    [Show full text]
  • Focus, 2009, Fall
    faculty & staff » “Classic Pat” A retirement tribute evening for Patricia Mutch “Welcome to a festival of the life of Dr. name of Bill Mutch was responsible for the program in dietetics, director of the Office Patricia Mutch, extraordinary scholar, chemical analyses. It was in the Department of Scholarly Research, director of the teacher, administrator, colleague, community of Chemistry where Bill and Pat became Institute of Prevention of Addictions, dean leader and friend.” And so began “Classic better acquainted while packing vitamin of the College of Arts & Sciences and vice Pat,” the Oct. 4, 2009, retirement tribute capsules and the urinalysis reports. And their president for Academic Administration. In concert for Patricia Mutch. Friends, chemistry was just right. With a little Route the last three years Mutch returned to the colleagues, guest artists and University 66 rhythm, the audience heard the story of classroom; worked around the world with musical talent honored her contribution to their courtship followed by their West Coast the University’s Community & International the campus and community with an evening engagement, marriage and honeymoon Development master’s program; and updated full of memories and music in the Howard during the 60s. and upgraded the University’s emergency Performing Arts Center. After earning their PhDs on the West Coast, preparedness plans. She is the recipient of The event was in honor of Pat, joined by the Mutchs were asked to return to Andrews, several distinguished Andrews University her husband Bill, both long-time familiar this time as faculty members. Against the awards including the John Nevins Andrews faces at Andrews, having each dedicated backdrop of Our Dear AU, the story continued Medallion in 2008 for excellence in teaching.
    [Show full text]
  • Celebrating 50 Years of Adventist Forum on Earth As It Is in Heaven • the Madaba Plains Project Comes of Age • Compliance Review Committee System Set-Up
    Celebrating 50 Years of Adventist Forum On Earth as It Is in Heaven • The Madaba Plains Project Comes of Age • Compliance Review Committee System Set-up VOLUME 46 ISSUE 3 n 2018 ABOUT SPECTRUM SPECTRUM is a journal established to encourage Seventh-day Adventist partic- ipation in the discussion of contemporary issues from a Christian viewpoint, to look ALL RIGHTS RESERVED COPYRIGHT © 2018 ADVENTIST FORUM without prejudice at all sides of a subject, to evaluate the merits of diverse views, and to foster Christian intellectual and cul- EDITOR EDITORIAL BOARD tural growth. Although effort is made to Bonnie Dwyer Beverly Beem ensure accurate scholarship and discrimi- Walla Walla, Washington Richard Rice nating judgment, the statements of fact EDITORIAL ASSISTANTS Riverside, California Alita Byrd are the responsibility of contributors, and Wendy Trim, Linda Terry Dublin, Ireland Charles Scriven Gilbert, Arizona the views individual authors express are ASSISTANT COPY EDITOR Alexander Carpenter not necessarily those of the editorial staff Sacramento, California Gerhard Svrcek-Seiler Ian Fujimoto-Johnson Vienna, Austria as a whole or as individuals. Sharon Fujimoto-Johnson DESIGN Roseville, California Gil Valentine Riverside, California SPECTRUM is published by Adventist Forum, Sharon Fujimoto-Johnson Fritz Guy a nonsubsidized, nonprofit organization for Riverside, California Kendra Haloviak- Valentine SPECTRUM WEB TEAM Riverside, California which gifts are deductible in the report of David R. Larson income for purposes of taxation. The pub- Alita Byrd, Pam Dietrich, Bonnie Beaumont, California Norman Young Cooranbong, Australia lishing of SPECTRUM depends on subscrip- Dwyer, Rich Hannon, Steve Hergert, Juli Miller tions, gifts from individuals, and the volun- Bellevue, Idaho Wendy Trim, Alisa Williams; tary efforts of the contributors.
    [Show full text]
  • And the Adventist University by Richard Rice Providing a Framework for Values and Commitments
    Forgive ess . bellio I t e al ces SPECTRUM SPECTRUM is a journal established to encourage Seventh­ Editor Bonnie Dwyer Assistant Editor, Design and Layout Sharon Fujimoto-johnson day Adventist participation in the Book Review Editor Gary Chartier Technical Editor Leigh johnsen discussion of contemporary issues Promotions and Circulation Philipa Barnes from a Christian viewpoint, to look without prejudice at all sides of a subject, to evaluate the merits of Beverly Beem Roy Benton Edna Maye Loveless English, Chair Mathematical Sciences English diverse views, and to foster Walla Walla College Columbia Union College La Sierra University Christian intellectual and cultural Roy Branson Joy Cassano Coleman Edward Lugenbeal Center for Law and Public Policy Freelance Writer Anthropology growth. Although effort is made to Columbia Union College Federalsburg, Maryland Atlantic Union College ensure accurate scholarship and Alita Byrd Gene Daffern Donald R. McAdams Writer Physician President discriminating judgment, the Takoma Park, Maryland Frederick, Maryland McAdams, Faillace, and Assoc. statements of fact are the responsi- Chip Cassano Tom Dybdahl Benjamin Reaves Writer/Editor Attorney Adventist Health System bility of contributors, and the views University of Maryland Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Orlando, Florida individual authors express are not Bonnie Dwyer Karen Bottomley Rennie Schoepflin journalist Dean of Arts History, Chair necessarily those of the editorial Granite Bay, California Canadian University College La Sierra University staff
    [Show full text]
  • Forgotten Women in Adventism Caitlin Jankiewicz Andrews University
    Andrews University Digital Commons @ Andrews University Lake Union Herald Lake Union Herald 3-2019 Forgotten Women in Adventism Caitlin Jankiewicz Andrews University Follow this and additional works at: https://digitalcommons.andrews.edu/luh-pubs Part of the Computer Sciences Commons, and the Mathematics Commons Recommended Citation Jankiewicz, Caitlin, "Forgotten Women in Adventism" (2019). Lake Union Herald. 838. https://digitalcommons.andrews.edu/luh-pubs/838 This Article is brought to you for free and open access by the Lake Union Herald at Digital Commons @ Andrews University. It has been accepted for inclusion in Lake Union Herald by an authorized administrator of Digital Commons @ Andrews University. For more information, please contact [email protected]. FEATURE FEATURE Lulu Lulu Wightman experienced a call to ministry early in her married life. Despite opposition from the con- ference to a woman’s involvement in ministry, but with Wightman the support of her husband, Wightman began her first evangelistic series in 1896. Her preaching and teaching ultimately resulted in a church plant of 26 members and, in 1897, this church was accepted into the New York Conference and Wightman was granted a ministerial license. Together with her husband, she continued her forgotten evangelistic work for the next decade, establishing 17 church plants throughout the New York Conference. In spite of Wightman’s success in evangelism, there were still those who questioned her place in ministry. This was evidenced by a letter from a Presbyterian minister objecting to a woman in the pulpit, as well as by the hesitation of the Conference to grant her ordination Women and a corresponding salary.
    [Show full text]
  • "Saint Liberty" Featured in Grand Rapids Artprize Painting by Andrews Artist-In-Residence, Greg Constantine
    "Saint Liberty" Featured in Grand Rapids ArtPrize Painting by Andrews Artist-in-Residence, Greg Constantine Campus News | Posted on September 27, 2018 By: Gillian Panigot, media communications manager, University Communication “Saint Liberty,” a painting by Greg Constantine, emeritus research professor of art and artist-in-residence at Andrews University, is featured in this year’s ArtPrize competition in Grand Rapids, Michigan. “Saint Liberty” is an 85” x 48” painting of the Statue of Liberty. Constantine used a ready- made “machine”—the mouths of paint tubes—to apply the colors in gestures directly onto the canvas, referencing July 4 fireworks celebrations. Written out in a collection of license plates at the base of the painting is the statement, “Give me your tired, your poor huddled masses yearning 2 breathe free. I was a stranger and u took me in.” Constantine hand-crafted the license plates from vacuum-formed plastic, then meticulously painted and distressed the plates, applying actual rust. “The ‘Statue of Liberty’ statue in New York harbor is as much a logo for America as the ‘Stars and Stripes’ flag and the ‘Star Spangled Banner’ national anthem are,” Constantine says. “She is the only one of the three that pleads for the relief of the suffering and downtrodden. She personifies freedom and liberty, therefore worthy to be called a saint.” In the late 1970s, Constantine worked on a series of paintings on the subject of American landmarks, including the St. Louis Gateway Arch, the White House and Niagara Falls. “Saint Liberty” was created in 1978 as part of this collection and was selected to be exhibited in the American Ambassador’s residence in Athens, Greece, during the 2004 Olympics.
    [Show full text]