Grace Theological Seminary - Xapis / Grace Yearbook (Winona Lake, IN)

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exciting year in seminary Wes, thews a definite gap there.. warmed by fellowshlp Wlfh both old and new Wives are helpmeets in many ways.

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The fall retreat introduces on The morning of September 22 dawned clear and chilly as seminary students, wives and faculty members made their Way to Camp Mack near Milford, ind. for the annual Fall Retreat. Having gathered in the auditorium the group heard an inspir- ing challenge from Prof. French. It was easy to identify with his quip, Unaccus- tomed as I am to speaking in an igloo. . . I The group welcomed a breakfast of donuts and coffee following Mr. French's talk. Then came the activities. Some students and faculty members indulged in a rousing softball game. Wives cheered, inspired by Mrs. Fink's spirited yells to various and sundry players. The Skins and the Shirts clashed in a football game. Wives pitched in with their husbands in exciting volleyball games. Others enjoyed quieter activities such as rowboating and indoor games. Students and wives listen attentively to Prof. French's challenge. Donuts and hot coffee hit the spot on a chilly morning. 1 1 1 2 Pent-up emotions vent themselves as the Shirts and Skins Q battle to the finish. el

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Bible and Science Conference. . . What about evolution? Really, how old IS the earth? These and other questions were debated during four days of special lectures in the latter part of September. Guest lecturer was Dr. Harold Slusher, Professor at the University of Texas at El Paso. A Well informed man, Dr. Slusher provided intriguing facts sup- porting his view of a youthful earth. Dr. Slusher clarifies a point with Dave Southwell and Dr. 1 9 Whitcomb after chapel. Missionary Conference. . . October 12-15 marked the dates of the annual Missionary Conference. joint sessions were held with Grace College. Chapel sessions, prayer times, films and specialized workshops provided in- formative and challenging times for the students. Chapel programs dealt with such practical themes as Prayer and the Power of God and God's Will for Me in Missions. The workshops re- volved around different geographical fields of work. Special speakers for the week were Rev. Wayne Beaver, Foreign Missionary Societyg Rev. Richard Winchell, The Evangelical Al- liance Mission, and Dr. Charles Piepgrass, Unevangelized Fields Mission. Gary Cole leads students in the conference theme song Pass It On.