Cornerstone University - KUMI ORI Yearbook (Grand Rapids, MI)

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DEDICATION A Man of Planning In his twenty four years a Presi- dent, Dr. Welch has seen many changes at this college. When he began, enrollment at what was then the Baptist Bible Institute was 148 men and women. Under his leadership the school in- augurated a full bible college pro- gram in I960, and in 1962 plans were drawn for a 64 acre campus at 1001 E. Beltline. Groundbreak- ing for that campus was on May 5th of that year, and the campus began to grow building by building. Another change guided by Dr. Welch culminated in ac- creditation as a liberal arts college in 1977. Ever since then the col- lege has continued to change, grow and improve! We pray that pattern will not be broken by Dr. Welch's retirement. In his heart a man plans his course, hut the Lord determines his steps:' Proverbs 16:9 18

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DEDICATION Dr. W. Wilbert Welch A Man of Vision It took a man of courage and farsightedness to successfully guide the growth of Grand Rapids Baptist College. Twenty four years ago just such a man of vision became the president of this school. His name is Dr. W. Wilbert Welch. Since chen he has steadfastly charted the course of this school, always desiring to follow the will of the Lord Jesus Christ. The Editor and Staff of the 1983 Kumi Ori dedicate this volume to Dr. Welch for his com- mitment to Christ and this Col- lege. Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; His greatness no . one can fathom.” Psalm 145:3 W p

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Dr. W. Wilbert Welch May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all A Man of Faith Through the years of change Dr. Welch maintained a firm stance regarding the Doctrinal Integrity of the school. Never has he let it wander from its original statement of faith, proving that with prayerful guidance a school can grow and change without for- saking its Lord, Jesus Christ. Dr. Welch, we as a student body wish to thank you from the depths of our hearts for all that you have contributed to this college. May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you. II Corinthians 13:14 19