LeTourneau University - Pioneer Yearbook (Longview, TX)

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| REACHING OUT TO OTHERS —pesssinieneoooem AROUND THE WORLD sponsored by students ond Facil outreach. The program designed to give students a first hand look at missions, is also an opportunity for them to use their special talents and training. In the summer of 1976, 33 students gave up a summer of paid employment to serve in America or abroad. 16,707.42 dollars was raised to support them, and funds were awarded on length of service and distance to assignments. Richard and Deborah Counsellor who went out under this program are still in full time missionary service. This summer saw a decline in the number of students involved in the program, although 27 students were funded with 15,393.69 dollars. Of these seven worked with home missions. Five went to Central and South America, and others went as far afield as Europe and Central, East and West Africa. Students aid mission groups, using technical skills and training gained in their field. Alan Griffin spent the summer of '76 in Kenya assisting Africa Inland Mission Air Wing. In 1977, 27 students participa ted in the Summer Missions program, both in home and foreign missions. Longer assignments of six months or more were taken by Gary Haller in Zaire, and Steve Miller and Ron Pontier in Sudan. 139

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MISSIONARY UNION Missionary Union concentrated its efforts this year in two main areas. For the first time Missionary Union became directly involved in the planning of Missions Emphasis Week. Lynell Friesen, President, and other members suggested topics for Seminar Sessions which it was felt would interest students. Prayer Bands were also formed, their thrust being to support LeTourneau College Alumni who are on the mission field. Each group concentrated on one particular continent, and prayed specifically for the mission work there. Mr. Don Connors, as advisor, assisted in preparation for the bi-weekly meetings. He suggested slide presentations, films and speakers. Films were chosen which portrayed aspects of a particular continent or country. Wings For Witness met throughout the year on Monday mornings for prayer and fellowship, and also held some special weeknight meetings. The group grew in size and effectiveness as the year progressed. Practical assistance given to Missionary Aviation groups included installation of radio and navigation equipment ina LAMP Cessna 185. Helio One belonging to JAARS was also refurbished by the group during the summer months. Alumni of the College now in Mission Aviation were supported through prayer and correspondence. Wings For Witness installed radio and navigation aids in this LAMP Cessna 185 before it was delivered to Canada for mission work. 138 Members, Pictured L to R: Robert Mantell, Lynell Friesen President, Marc Rettig, Larry Allen, Gary Lundberg, Anita Chasteen, Lois McFarland, Vicki Murano, and Ruth Mcintosh. Members, Pictured L to R: Carl Stutsman President, Clinton Dix, Tim Tokatloglou, Jonathan Miller, Bill Teasdale, Dan Lindquist, Larry Allen, Alan Griffin, Joel Stade. Advisor J. C. Harder.

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Beki Stieglitz Soprano Ruth Hartshorn Alto Jon Bromley Tenor Bill Brockhoff Bass Patti Wahlstrom Pianist The second group toured the northern midwest, concentrating primarily upon Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. Prior to the six week summer ministry, they performed several times in chapel, as well as in local churches and a nursing home. Joni Griparis, the only veteran member of the group, provided the enthusiasm and encouragement necessary to get the group on their feet. Sponsor Dave Benson, Director of Christian Activities and Music, also provided a spirit of leadership for the Group. 140 LeTOURNEAU SINGERS ap —— o —— ee wee PS as ia Le : ie a . ae a The group presented a medley of special music one evening during Missions Emphasis Week.