Fort Wayne Bible College - Vine / Light Tower Yearbook (Fort Wayne, IN)

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Relating One To One: An Opportunity For Learning lf any of you who were here last year attended our home basketball games you may have noticed a twelve year old boy sitting on the bench handing out sweat towels during time-outs. Or you may have seen him in our cafeteria on a Saturday afternoon putting together model cars. Then, too, you might have observed him in Weibke on Sunday afternoons determinedly fighting a losing battle of Chinese Checkers, or triumphantly dis- covering the answer to a complicated brainteaser which greater minds had failed to comprehend. His presence may have baffled you, but let me assure you that the freshmen were not getting smaller, and neither was he an immediate prospect for Coach. He happened to be my little brother. In this community there is a Christian civic organization known as Help-a-Kid which works specifically with boys from broken homes. In the past its main function has been sending these boys to two action-packed weeks of summer camp in Canada. Last year it was decided to expand the program, and a pilot project similar to the Big Brother concept was begun. For our Christian Service assignment another fellow and myself were interviewed and then allowed to select from a predetermined list that particular boy we felt we would like to work with on a person to person basis. After I read over several application forms and evaluations land after some prayerj, I decided to work with a twelve year old named Steve. That was how I acquired my little brother. Over the course of a year our friendship has grown, and working with Steve on a one to one basis has been one of the highlights of my Christian experience. Through this relationship I have had many oppor- tunities to learn some valuable lessons which are prov- ing vital to my Christian life and ministry. One of these lessons has been learning how to develop a genuine con- cern for Steve as an individual. I have had to discover his likes and dislikes, and his strengths and weaknesses. I have had to discover where he is actually hurting without superimposing upon him needs I think he should have. I have had to meet him where he is, and this at times has proven frustrating and difficult. Another lesson I have had to learn is that of being myself. Realizing that Steve was watching my life placed on my mind a great responsibility for maintaining a Christian testimony. However, at times I became so concerned about my testimony that I forgot Steve. I was afraid to let Steve see me as a human being shot full of weak areas. I did not want to hinder the work of the Lord in any way. I have had to learn to accept those weak spots myself and allow God to use those areas in my life as a living demonstration of His power to Steve. But one of the most exciting lessons I have had to learn through this relationship is that God still uses peo- ple to accomplish His purposes in the lives of others. God does not need me to fulfill His program for Steve, but He wants me. And all He expects of me is simply to share my life in Christ with Steve through watching television on a Sunday afternoon, wrestling on the living room floor, playing countless games of checkers when I just do not feel like it, going bowling, listening to small talk, eating at Burger Chef, sharing encouraging words, doing what he wants to do, reading the comics in Sun- day's paper. God only asked me to be available and He promised to do the rest. by Ken Schmoyer

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Spiritual Emphasis Week: Different This Year Somehow it was not the same. FWBC has traditionally begun each semester by focusing on the spiritual aspect of our lives. In the past this involved bringing on campus a special speaker who twice each day opened the Word to the FWBC family. During the rest of the day he might be found leading a class discus- sion or talking with students in Witmer lounge or the cafeteria. This year FWBC, in cooperation with over one hundred area churches, went each evening to the Allen County Memorial Coliseum to participate in the Key 73 Crusade featuring Dr. Myron S. Augsburger. Many students, especially at first, were not too enthused about the change from the past. A few did not like the ecumenical emphasis of Key 73, but more simp- ly disliked the inconvenience of a drive across town and a longer program. Since Key 73 is an evangelistic endeavor, the messages centered on becoming a Chris- tian rather than Christian maturity. Others missed the unity among the student body and the fellowship with the speaker that past Spiritual Emphasis Weeks have known. There were, however, unique advantages to FWBC's involvement with Key 73. Students became in- volved in the outreach and helped as counselors, ushers, and choir members. Also, the college was able to hear Dr. Myron S. Augsburger, regarded as one of the most articulate evangelical spokesmen of this generation. He has traveled in many parts of the world, served as a pastor, and authored nine books. President of Eastern Mennonite College and Seminary in Harrisonburg, Pennsylvania, Dr. Augsburger has earned five degrees. He preached a persuasive message that appealed to the mind as well as the heart. Two important members of Dr. Augsburger's Crusade Team were Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Masterman, who directed the musical dimension. Mr. Masterman led the singing, served as tenor soloist, and directed the mass choir. His wife, Betty, helped as organist. Coordinator for the Fort Wayne area Key 73 Crusade was Henry Schmidt. President of Encounter With Christ, Mr. Schmidt himself proved to be a capable speaker as he spoke in chapel the first two days of Spiritual Emphasis Week. The great musical talent of guest soloist Miss Joy Simpson was for many an eagerly anticipated highlight. Born into a musical family, she began piano lessons at age three and violin at seven. Later she was awarded scholarships to the Academy of Vocal Arts, Temple University, and Julliard School of Music, where she received a Master's Degree in Voice. Throughout the week she presented with her singing and piano playing a wide spectrum of musical styles. Spiritual Emphasis Week was not the same, but FWBC was not disappointed, for Key 73 provided something refreshingly different each evening! ef:-..1'r'.. '-':m1'1::'--ziidrfsinv T154-f' ' 'f-f2':'o .w:., 1 - in-ww s

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5 1:1 'Irby .6 .ar-'v Garry Cline, Rick Engle, Al Seawell, Marti Zimmerman, Judy Engle, Nancy Waits, Maurice Clinger, and Larry Lewis. Positive Side Blends For Christ Positive Side '73, a talented musical group of eight students, traveled this summer representing Fort Wayne Bible College. More important, however, was their sen- sitive representation of Jesus Christ. Variety and individuality were certainly evident within the group. Nancy Waits, the Peachi' from Georgia, flavored the group with her spontaneous humor. Larry Lewis, the handsome athlete from Witchita, Kansas, carried the bass and captured the attention of many interested girls. He seldom said much, but his humor was there none the less. On the other hand, was observed the unpredictable character of Garry Cline, whose most common phrases were, I'm sorry! and, What did I say? Garry, a junior from Delta, Ohio, just does not know when to quit talking. Marti Zimmerman, an attractive brunette from Archbold, Ohio, added a sense of calmness and self- control to the group. Al Seawell, from Morristown, ln- diana, always enjoyed making side comments and play- ing the electric bass. Always cheering were the vibrant and radiant smiles ofludy Engle, the lead soprano from Richmond, Indiana. Then there was the computer-like mind of Maurice Clinger, sound technician from Garden City, Michigan, who was responsible for the mikes, levels, balance, taped accompaniments, tone and blends. Rick Engle from Lynn, Indiana, was the hard- driving student director. - At first glance, Positive Side appeared to be a hopeless hodge-podge. Yet many have felt it was one of the most successful tours ever sent out by FWBC. The busy schedule included thirteen weeks of singing in churches, camps, conferences, business meetings, park concerts and traveling from Ohio to Kansas, from Michigan to Kentucky. It was encouraging to see God melt all of the per- sonalities into one solid unit, yet allow each of us to maintain our personal identities. Because it was a group dedicated to God, He could see us.