Bethel Life School - Harbinger Yearbook (Wichita, KS)

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I .. ic' Vanicia Elizabeth Hopper Congress should learn lessons from Vanicia's thrifti- ness. industriousness and sense of stewardship. This young accountant managed senior resources with the business acumen of a seasoned C.P.A. Pleasantness. consistency, sweetness, and diligence all characterize this senior BLSsing. May her love for the Lord and sense of efficlehcy continue to bless others. Appropri- ately, Vanicia's character quality is an industrious spir- it Psalm 21:6 predicts Vanlcia's success: Trust in the Lord and do good: inhabit the land and practice faith- fulness. Michael Robert Lorg The name Michael means Godllke. Mike has sought to put God first in all of his endeavors. He embraces academics and athletics with ease. His sense of priori- tles has always included love for family, for his Lord, and for his school. Mike's characteristic of purposeful- ness ls exhibited in his quick moves on the court, excellence In the classroom. and hunger for the Lord. Hts lifetime verse states that Godllnesss is benefi- cial in every wayg It holds promise for this present and for the future life. ll Timothv 4:8l Jean Marie Jurczewsky Resident satirist, thinker and philosophe, this Renais- sance lady can turn a quip, write a story, compose a poem and still have more to talk about. Jean is our future best selling author, a bright spot on a drab day, a quick wit to add a dash of humor to every situation. Her beauty, eruditeness and no-nonsense commitment to her Lord has been refreshing. Jean's verse lsalah 30:18 provides her a bright promise: the Lord longs to be gracious to you! Therefore He shall rise up to bestow mercy on you: Blessed are they who walt on Him. Richard Bradley Shorter Dependable is synonomous with Brad. He has been the main reliable cog in developing the BLS band over the years. He has faithfully displayed character quali- ties of peaceableness, inner strength, and trustworthi- ness that has helped his clan to he close knit. Brad's name implies being an abundant provider of peace, security, and strength. That's accurate. His lifetime verse Is Psalms 23:1,2 - The Lord is my shepherd: l shall not lack: He makes me to lie down In green pastures. Cynthia Renee Kuhns Cindy's name means goddess of the moon which accurately suggests her most dominant qualityg reflec- tion of light! Cindy brilliantly reflects Jesus in her lifestyle and her muslc. Our better version of Anne Murray, Cindy's songs vibrate her love for her Lord with conviction. She lives a life that is stable, Godly, and humble. Her influence on BLS is lasting: Psalm 27:1 speaks of Cindy: The Lord is my light and my salvation: whom shall l fear? The Lord is the strong hold of my life, of whom shall l be afraid? William Covis Shackelford An executive in the making: Bud led the Senior class with decorum and class. A minister in the making: Bud packed dozens of verses into his spirit allowing the Lord to reveal meaning while he unashamedly gave the message. A pastor in the making: Bud has a heart that ls softer than Charmin and bigger than Copper Mt. His love for others sincerely bespeaks his love for the Lord, Psalm 1:2 underscores Buds quest: But his delight ls In the law of the Lord and His law he ponders day and night.

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The Senior Class Cf 1983 l Gary Patrick Birkes Pat sums his highest objective and intentions in words from his testimony: The Lord has given me an enor- mous love for Him. I just love Him so much! Pat's name means that he is full of honor and he demon- strates that in his respect for parents, faculty, and classmates. This young man brings honor to Bethel Life by being one of its graduates. Psalm 62:7 l Kenneth Lee Davis Ken's name means handsome, gracious, manly , however, he is best described as a Soldier of Light . Ken was a tiger on the soccer field, a grace on the basketball court, and a leader par excellent In Perfect Peace . chapel, Stuco, and in the classroom. He could be considered Mr, B.L.S, in his desire to be a guy who is worthy of the Lord's touch, His verse explains who he is with exactness: Watch the upright and observe the righteous, for there is a future to the man of peace. Psalm 37:37 Laurie Ann Church ll Corinthians 2:14 - But thanks be to God, who invariably leads on triumphantly in Christ and evi- dences through us in every place the FRAGRANCE that results from knowing Him. Beautiful fra- grance describes Laurie perfectly. Her victorious spirit is shared automatically with faculty and students alike. Although she only came to BLS for herhsenior year, she became family immediately, We are all better people because of Laurie's winsome spirit, Monisa Lea Fraser What curiosity, ebullierne, and boundless energy is captured in this effervescent spirit. Monisa - charm- ing, delightful, persistent, dramatic lwe'll never forget Anne l, and in love with life and her Lord. She can speak eloquently and powerfully for a cause lany causel, play skin-tight defense, rehearse a hundred or more lines, encourage a dozen friends, and have time to spare in just one well organized day, Her verse, Proverbs 216, reveals her Source and her future: For the Lord gives wisdom: from his mouth come knowl- edge and discernment, Robert Allen Crossman Dependable, consistent, caring these words de- scribe Robert who has been a tremendous friend to every member of the Senior class. As Robert claims Philippians 4:13 - I have strength for every situa- tion through Him who empowers me - he will con- tinue sharing his wonderful spirit of helpfulness with everyone he contacts. Robert means excellent worth and our Robert has demonstrated his worth admirably. James Lewis Harris A brilliant and passionate dehater lboth in American and middle eastern garbl, memorable character actor. fantastic burrito builder, and one half of the enterprls- ing fsometlmes connivlngl Harris-Shackelford firm, this Jim Harris provided outstanding academic and politi- cal leadership throughout the year. His knowledge of government and scripture is outdistanced only by his love for the Lord and desire to see God at work in His world. Psalms 15:2 describes Jim accurately: He who walks in integrity, who does what is rlght and who speaks the truth in his heart

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Mia Linn Tanner Boundless athletic energy and the first BLS Mascot. Mia's enthusiasm and helpful spirit has been a special blessing to Bethel Life for eight years, Her name means blessing to God. -and that special relationship she has with her heavenly Father will be strength to her forever. Mia's happiness has radiated often with her bright smile and fun-loving antics. Her verse-La- mentations 3:25 - declares her spiritual success: The Lord is good to those who wait for Him, to the soul that seeks Him. Jeffery Lane Welliver Jeff terminated his school year at mid-term to join the United States Navy. He completed basic training at the Great Lakes Naval Base in Illinois. From there he went to sub-marine training in Connecticut. Currently he is stationed in South Carolina, where he is assigned to work on a submarine. Christopher Howard Williams Organizer, designer, editor, actor, artist, - Chris' creative abilities crystallized during the year as he placed the comic role in Anne Frank, designed three theatre sets, and produced this edition of the year- book, His talents will be aesthetically appreciated of- ten in the future. Chris means Christ'Bearer or fol- lower of Christ. His lifetime verse is, Teach me Thy way, O Lord: l will walk in thy truthg unite my heart to revere Thy name. - Psalm 86:11 Shondee Luan Wohlschlegel Cosummate graciousness, beauty, organization: Shon- dee. This young woman pursues excellence with ease. Her love for the Lord is deep like her inner beauty and exhibits itself in kindness, patience, and peacableness. Her lifetime verse reveals the Lord's love for her: The Lord, your God, is in your midst, a Mighty One who wlll save. He will rejoice over you with delight: He will rest you in His love: He will be joyful over you with singing. James Harris Vice President Bob Shackelford President The class of 1983 has been praised by many as being the most sincere and unified class in the history of Bethel Life. The class enjoyed many pastimes during the 82-83 school year. The highlight of the year, for most of the class, was the senior trip to Copper Mountain in Colorado. The year was topped off in May when late one night the class gathered at school for a Senior Finale , in which they showed their lively side, and at the same time they showed how well rounded they really are.