Manhattan Bible College - Vision / MABICO Yearbook (Manhattan, KS)

Text from Pages 1 - 112 of the 1975 volume:

bie er A LD� : ne MANHATTAN CHRISTIAN COLLEGE 1407 ANDERSON MANHATTAN, KANSAS ‘ Lae | HAVE BECOME A STUDENT. . . | AM ONE IN 4 SEA OF FACES. | HANE BECOME A PART YET HANE RETAINED MY INDINIDUALITY. ee | HANE COME SEEKING KNOWLEDGE. BOOKS, PEOPLE. LIFE. GOD. . . THROUGH EACH. | HANE COME 1O KNOW-- AND WITH THAT KNOWING. 1 AM FINDING MYSELF. | HANE BECOME A FRESHMAN. | HANE EXPERIENCED MANY NEW THINGS -- MAKING NEW FRIENDS, A NEW SCHOOL, AND HOME SICKNESS. MY DENELOPMENT CONTINUES UNTIL. . . | HANE BECOME A SOPHOMORE. NOW MORE A PART OF LIFE HERE AT MCC, | HANE MY FRIENDS, BUT | AM STILL LEARNING AND DENELOPING. NOW 4 TRUE UPPER | AM. NO LONGER CO? BUT EAGER TO ACT. | MUST EXPERIENCE WHAT | AM LEARNING-- SOMETIMES LEAPING OUT BLINDLY, SOMETIMES PONDERING IN SOLITUDE, BUT CONSTANTLY STRINING FOR REALITY. Bex. | eS An tion to the” PAULINE EPISTLES | HANE BECOME A SENIOR. | SHALL SEE AN ENDING AS WELL AS A BEGINNING. COMPLETING ANOTHER PHASE OF MY LIFE | ANTICIPATE THE FUTURE WITH DETERMINATION, YET | AM NERY MUCH AWARE OF SUBTLE UNDERCURRENTS OF EXCITEMENT MINGLED WITH APPREHENSION. | HANE BECOME THE PARTICIPANT, | HAVE BECOME INNOLNED. | STRINED, | WORKED, | ATTEMPTED, | ACHIENED. BP aR el koe i HANG RECOME THE opEctTaAt | HANE BECOME THE SPECTATOR, | HANE BECOME A PART. | LISTENED, | WATCHED, | ANTICIPATED. | ACCLAIMED. by | HANE BECOME A FOLLOWER: THROUGH THE MEDIUM OF INTERAC A CHILD OF GOD LEARNS TO FOLLOW HIM AND DO HIS WILL. AND IN SERNING HIM. | HANE LEARNED TO WORK WITH OTHERS. EACH EXPERIENCE HAS TAUGHT ME THE PAIN AND GLORY OF LEADERSHIP. | HANE DISCONERED MY ABILITY AND LEARNED MY RESPONSIBILITY. AND FOUND THAT WE EACH LEAD BEST WHEN WE SERVE. | HANE BECOME A LEADER. ; eh 12 Teas 142) | Gagpes be = we fe MUI) ay | ; at | HANE BECOME MANHATTAN CHRISTIAN COLLEGE. oO “4 wes 1) Sa ant to become--no--not that at all. Rather, | dream of becoming what HE WHO 1o dream you know. ! of MADE ME wants me to become. | am not a person, and yet ! am a sort of composite person. You call me a college, but that sounds so formal so austere, so “institutional.” | am, of course, an institution. That is, | am a group of people banded together to do something and be something. And | AM people. But first | must see where | am going--! must see the vision. With all my heart | believe that | can be whatever |! will, if God enables me; and I can do whatever | wish, if it is His wish. But first | must dream the dream. In fact, | am persuaded that | can be and do whatever | will (if that is God's will, and if He will enable me), but | can nev r ‘ather | will never ATTEMPT what | have not imagined. . .dreamed! : YES, | AM PEOPLE. | suppose you might say | am a person, but | am many people. And Y and pray. . .and follow Jesus’ leadership to the rainbow’s end. 1 AM A LITTLE LADY who skimps and saves to be able to give to “help the preacher boy | AM A FRESHMAN STUDENT. | arrived on this campus with glistening eyes and soaring: honest, | do not feel a clear direction as to how, when, or where I shall serve my Lord, bu | MUST become familiar with His Word. | MUST learn how to present my Lord to my fri er | shall meet—out there. d to serve Him! nd to friends 1 AM A TRUSTEE. I can see the great need of this Christian center for Christian higher edt m gla d to give my time, money, energy, and professional experience to the Lord through Manhattan Chris 1AM A SENIOR. | have spent three and a half wonderful years here. | say that despite the p ssures of study, and work, and and service. | feel | have received what | had hoped for when | came here. I have studied God's holy Word. I have studied it in its ancient tongues. ! love it, and Him whom it reveals to me. My wife and | view commencement day with mixed emo- tions. Here we are among the dearest and best friends we will ever have. They are ourglosest brot hers and sisters in the Lord. We will miss them. We will weep for them. Yet, we can hardly wait to move to “the field,” and into the cozy, if hum- ble, little parsonage. ! love to preach Christ. | am anxious to get at it. | AM A PROFESSOR. | would never want to do anything other than what | am doing right now. Each day | am privileged to look into intelligent youthful faces. | enjoy the productivity of their active minds and the genuineness of their yielded lives. | rejoice, at knowing that my life will through them, be multiplied many-fold. 1 AM AN ADMINISTRATOR. A thankless task, mine. But, though it is removed from the direct ministry that I love, it en- ables many to share that service. Thankless? Maybe. But not void of blessing. | AM A SECRETARY. Now and again | ask myself, “How can typing and shorthand possibly serve my Lord?” But the question is fleeting. Soon | am typing a dictated letter from a college official to a young Christian in a distant city. It in- vites the youth to come to campus, here to prepare to implement the Savior’s command to be world ambassadors for Him. | dream of what they may become. | AM PRESIDENT OF THE COLLEGE. For many years | have dreamed many dreams. Many have materialized, through the providence of God. Many yet await His heavenly timetable. | love this school. | love these fabulous kids. 1 AM A COLLEGE. I am people. | am vision and determinati i be God's ‘ : tion, hope, and expectati have a dream. It is to own instrument through Jesus Christ. God, help me to see this dream take nae a daily ministry. FAMILY 17 PRES. W.e. LOWN The President of a college is one who kn ows the joy of success, the heartbreak of failure, the molding of dreams, and the excitement of those dreams becoming reality. Dr. Lown, a man of great faith and strong determina- tion, has known all of these emotions, and many more, for 20 years. Born and raised in lowa, Dr. Lown came to MCC to study music evangelism and worked two years as a student teacher in the music department. He has watched this little school school grow to become an institution giving Christian men and women the opportunity to study many ministries. “As of January.1, 1975, the American As- aociation of Bible Colleges, of which MCC is an accredited member, becomes a member of COPA (Commission on Postsecondary Ac: credidation). This has the force of elevating the AABC to its proper place as an institu- tional accrediting association, just as the re- gional associations are, “’ he has stated. President and Mrs. Lown have two daughters and five grandchildren (pictures of whom he ‘‘just happens to have with him” at all times). He is a founder of the Christian Mis- sionary Fellowship and co-editor of the magazine, FELLOWSHIP. With all these activities his favorite times are spent “right here on campus with my kids.” BARTON MCELROY As Academic Dean, Dr. McElroy is directly responsible for all degree programs, both at MCC and with area institutions. “‘I feel it is commendable that we now have a greater number of students studying for the ministry, and yet have greater opportunities for stu- dents in non-ministerial degree programs.” Dr. McElroy has stated. He also adds, ‘We finally have the Elemen- tary Education program with Kansas State, as well as a re-defined Christian Service pro- gram.” Dr. McElroy is repsonsible for the library, which is now catalogued by the Library of Congress classification, as well as having direct oversight of all faculty affairs. : ) Cm Reta ginsénias 19 nm HIRAM CASS Renae recnen Did you ever wonder who is responsible for all those menial little tasks that keep the student life at MCC running smoothly? Mr. Hiram Cassel! left a seven year minis- try with the Oakley Christian Church to come and minister at MCC as Dean of Students. His ““open-door”’ policy gives students a standing invitation to come discuss any problems they may be facing, or just come to talk. Mr, Cassel‘s duties include being Student Council advisor and working directly with the dorm supervisors. He has organ- ized several faculty-led Bible study groups on campus, and a student calling program. Also from Mr. Cassel’s office come many job opportunities for students. According to Mr. Cassel, involvement with student life is an expansion of his minis- try. “I did not leave the ministry when | left the pulpit; | expanded my ministry.” see ives WN SS = Ss WEE If you consider balancing your check- book a difficult task, imagine managing all the business affairs of an entire col- lege! Mr. Clowe is directly responsible for all the college’s financial matters, besides overseeing the bookstore, food service, physical plant, all non-instruc- tion personnel, and student financial aid. Mr. Clowe completes his fifth year with MCC and finds his 23 years experience with the Federal Government Logistics, invaluable in his present ministry. ‘‘Bill Lown and | have been friends for a long time, and after leading me to Christ he gave me the opportunity to come to MCC and use my knowledge of the busi- ness world for the Lord.” Though he is a busy man, and often hard to find, the lines of communication be- tween the business office and the stu- dent body are becoming stronger. Long hours of hard work have resulted in gaining maximum financial aid for stu- dents as well as continual upgrading of campus facilities. Oe ed tod teatehegerrt ce tetpees tr nie S ate 21 i) Ww DALE HILLARD “We are quite enthused about our new emphasis on the News and Information Service to various news media, the expansion of ‘Friends of Manhattan,’ both in prayer and financial support, our doubling of recruitment efforts o f new students, and our planned giving program.” As the new Director of Development Dale Hillard is constantly involved with all these areas, plus working with Church and community relations. The Development Office is re- sponsible for the printing of all school promotional mater- ial, including brochures, catalogues, and CRUSADER LIFE. Mr. Hillard completes his fifth year with MCC after sever- al preaching ministries in Illinois. A talented and busy man, Mr. Hillard finds time to work with students on campus as well as travel for the college, holding evange- listic meetings and song services. ; Boe . ¥ i j | i | ; | Se) 4INISTRATING FACULTY a) left: Hiram Cassel above: Robert Clowe fjeft: Barton McElroy 23 ————————————————E right: James Van Buren bottom Jeft: Robert Owens bottom right: Donn Leach moopenet 7. WEES above left: Joan Leach above right: Betty Aldridge left: Betty McElroy CHRISTIAN EDUCATION 25 26 LIBERAL ARTS Robert Mullin Larry Sullivan David Benedict Un W Cy i = va — ra x= VU Us = —_ Kim Clowe ® D a2) hh me] © Qa () AY c a ® _ ( } c c= [e} ay 27 ADMINISTRATING SECRETARIES Charlotte Means, Secretary to the President. Janet DeLong, Secretary to the Academic Dean. Lorene Brown, Secretary to the Business Manager. 28 } | ACCOUNTING Prekce June Waltz, Accountant Clerk. Judy Hanna, Cashier. 29 30 BOOKS GALORE Very much in tune with the times, MCC has two “shelf-service’’ facilities, the bookstore and the library. In addition to textbooks and Bibles, the bookstore stocks records, paperbacks, cards, music, and gift items. The library grew during the past year by approx- imately one thousand volumes in addition to Micro Fiche cards containing copies of four hun- dres volumes of Bible commentaries, theological works, and rare books. Martha Amlong, MCC librarian. THE FIAERS MCC is blessed many times over with a task force that preserves both body and building. Hats off to Dennis Johnson and the kitchen crew, MCC's “’fixers.”” Co a ME Qe MCC’s Culinary Quintet: El Reno Livingston, Bertha McCallum, Georgia Weisbender, Eva Peterson, Ethel Dreher. 31 32 WS dbs! opie MAND EO ae |b: DORM “ SUPERNISORS 2 f Lynette Olson, Dougherty Hall. Don and Delores Cartright, Johnson Hall. Herbert and Fran Allison, Waltheim Hall. ® DENELOPMENT PERSONNEL Joy Johnson, Secretary to Director of Develop- ment, and Nyla Shiflett, MTST Operator. 33 34 Ginger Clowe Christian Service Curtis Cary Christian Service not pictured: Don Cartright B.S. Bible-Ministries Darylee Follis Christian Education John Foster Christian Education Rita Crosley Christian Education Dennis Glenn A.B. Ministries Carol Hieronymus E.E. Speech Steve McAfee A.B. Bible-Ministries Linda Hieronymus Christian Service Laura Morris Christian Service John Messer ; B.S. Ministries Charles London Christian Education 35 Tim Newton B.S. Ministries Claudia Oberhelman C.E. Music Kent Pratt A.B. Ministries Charlotte Preston Christian Service Judy Rider Missions Patty Rider Missions 36 = ; Sandy Sandell bs ; Missions Mike Shiflett Christian Service Gail Spooner Christian Education Paul Stetler Music Stan Stockton B.S. Ministries Larry Winger A.B. Ministries 37 Lexie Schnelle Rhonda i SENIORS Allen Bates Glenda Bates Bill Watt Rick Wright JUNIORS ‘ S aS yy ay a Karen Fuller Don Crosley am Burton Chris Grantham Jon Hanna Debbie Henrickson Bob Hovorka Arleen Kruse John Lacey Danita Keely Karen Mullenix Wanda Powell Brenda Rich Charles Seal Ken Stephenson Pat Theobald Tamara Troell Cathy Weed Joe Campbell Steve Breinig Maureen Campbell Les Cary Norma Cunningham Bob Day Bonita Day Kent Dickson Gerald Dombrowsky Don Follis Pam Goodman Dave Hinson Rod Hoffman Pecos Inchaustegui Randy !ngmire Jeanette Kehler Greg Ketchum Ruth Beckman John Leach Kim McFarland Steve McFarland Bob Murray Damon Roberts Beverly Rouse Don Rowe Pam Scott Joey Selby Charles Shorter Lori Stanfield Leann Stone Randy Todhunter Renee Weaver Dale Williams Sherri Worchester David Worthan Larry Wright Ron Wright 41 42 Wanda Brunmeier Steve Bryan Charles Burt Pam Campbell Steve Clem David Chacon Carol Crabtree Diane Dalton Gloria Dary Brenda Follis Debbie Frisinger Carrol Gardner Diane Gillespie Rex Gochenour Marla Grafton Carl Habig Beverly Hanna Debbie Harrison Cathie Hartenstein Gina Hughes Norma Hughes Scott Jacobsen Dawn Johnson Wesley Johnson Kathy Kelley Melody Knoche Lloyd Ludwick Bob Mayo Teresa Mahoney Linda McAfee Melinda Armstrong Caria Ashlock Cindy Barnes Ruth Breinig Philip McAfee Valerie McClure Chuck McCrea Mike McDaniel Debra McQueen Debbie Miller Robyn Mills Cathy Neil Roy Nevil Len Ninemire Jan Norman Steve Palich Clark Paterson Ken Poncelow Rick Rader Ron Ratliff Greg Rife Rudy Sanchez John Schnelle Bruce Shira Ren Showalter Jim Shuck Paco Sirvent Sheila Smith Patte Stubbs Marta Taylor David Thompson Sandy Thornton Mark Torkelson Rex Traw Mark Vangalis Gilberto Valesco Linda White Larry Wren Bill Yunghans 43 44 SPECIAL STUDENTS PART-TIME AND i AUDIT a Denise Anderson Janie Coles Julia Dudley Charles Godwin Becky Gordon Jacque Gourley Peggy Hunt Nancy Lee Thomas Lewis Charles Markley Dave McClintock ‘ Mary Anna Nelson L Brad Oberg q —-+ Jo Ann Poor b | ee re 0) 4 | INNOLNEMENT 46 CSMMGHESMENT 1975 In education the life of the mind proceeds gradually from ing, and then to God. Education sows not seeds in you, but makes your seeds grow. ENR H SH scientific experiments to intellectual theories, to spiritual feel- -Kahlil Gibran FORTY—EIGHTH ANNUAL COMMENCEMENT All Faiths Chapel May 11, 1975 8:00 p.m. Hie EPR 4 cocce 4 ooo Ober Oooo OG 6 Professor Dale Aldridge BErOCeSSIONAl!. . ... � cpeteeir neat latte Relsrottee ieee Professor Dale Aldridge “Festival March’’--M.B. Seay mIMVOGAtION:.... «sparen sooner rer setetsea nrnsts 41s oueienets Professor Robert Owens EGongregational bivinimemeiseni a steteretaetee ie ielele “Who Is On The Lord’s Side” Reading lof the scrlOturesirrsrestetetetelslens cls iolersi-telensmal-n=ts Dean Hiram Cassel PrayVeraecracs. Uicih cceeterepaetens lcbavetatanensiche.s) cao ss: cleeenenelenetete Dean Hiram Cassel SOLO’ susie. odeatinctere ere Pemetetekss chare’s: coche orbs. SReremamene he Professor Kim Clowe “The First Psalm‘’--Music--Bone and Fenton Introductionfof speaker antcenariisisiet: « clereiene Dr. W.F. Lown, President Pole i: ie eIEE o cic o AROS 6.010 oo DRE 6 oF Paul Carrier, Senior Minister Spring Branch Christian Church, Houston, Texas (Ciel AUIS) CooBannans coop on ovemode como g op ope Celebration Singers Ye Shall Have A Song’’--Randall Thompson (Is. 30:29) Presentation:ofiClass, = ae ae.) a eneeenseettoereree- os Dr. Barton L. McElroy, Academic Dean Presentation of DIDIOMaAsiaaaeieteenn ree enenenennenarenennT� . � , - Dr. George Atkinson, President of Board of Trustees Conferral of! Degrees: . ..a.s a:)ehetenstebier te sane tet Dr. W.F. Lown, President Awards and Recognitions .......-..++-++s+e0s Dr. W.F. Lown, President Presentation of ClassiPicturem snieeieiete et anette eee ee John Messer “Congregational Hymn ........+--++-- “O Love That Wilt Not Let Me Go” “BENECICTION . ..0.6,.0.0.5 4 teens ote eet Professor Robert Mullin Recessionalland Post|Udernemeser nett neater Professor Dale Aldridge Finale Jibilante’’--Healey Willan Congregation standing 47 Officers for 1974 were Judy Rider, president; Dennis Glen, vice-president; Jeanette Kehler, secretary; and Larry Wright, treasurer. 48 STUDENT 1974 Student Council is probably one of the oldest organizations on campus, yet it is one of the most misunderstood and is used by only a few students. Ideally, it is designed to play a part in ev- ery area of student life: physical, mental, emotional, and spir- itual. It was set up to promote activities, ideas, and suggestions which would help each student grow and mature in his life and service at MCC. The council members of the 1974-75 fall semester saw a new phase of Student Council commonly known as the “new sys- tem. This included changing to a split-election system, initi- ating two new committees, adding presidential veto, and developing a committee cabinet. Other areas of concern for COUNCIL 1975 that semester were the beginning of the Faith-Promise program,. better representation between students and council members, and more effective communication between students and faculty. Student Council is just that--an organization organized for and Offi ; A 2 4 , L : 5 icers for 1975 were Bill Watt, president; Larry Wright, vice- directed by students. With the help of A student, it can be president; Beverly Hanna, secretary; and Debbie Frisinger, a more effective and inspiring organization than it is. The Stu- SOPEUTOR dent Council is not designed to be solely a governing body; it is to promote student growth. Judy Rider 1974 Student Council President ay —— ae | | SESE) ee ager eG ees © RR we yg ope os sre wt atin NS ee RE RESE PE Se eee ome 49 GOING. .. © LOINC ee . . Os! Student Council sponsors the Sweet- heart Banquet which took place Feb- tuary 22, 1975. Ladies prepared lunch for themselves and a gentleman part- ner, and elaborately decorated boxes that hid their identities. Mr. Allison and Len Ninemier auctioned the boxes and took the bids of the gentlemen. The money received from the banquet went to the StuCo Carpet Fund for buying carpet for the Lecture Hall. | | | H Hl | i I ma 50 qu aL cra SR a Le 5 4 P| Zz te Pees ze rm” f $ a Sl $2 In its fifth year of action, the Crusader soccer team finished the season with five wins and five losses, led by its fearless leader and friend, Mr. Benedict. For stiffer competition, the Crusaders played teams from Wichita, Southwestern, and Cloud County Junior Colleges, giving them all a hard run. A growing crowd continued to support the team enthusiastically throughout the season. 1974 Scoreboard a oO = DANONATWW=wWD HWW WWANARAT 2 Wichita Wheathawks McPherson Central Cloud County JuCo Friends Bible College Southwestern College Wichita Wheathawks McPherson Central Kansas Technical Kansas Technical Friends Bible College pr iJ wy WANHATIA? ges CHRISTIAN.� AWN ATTy, SOCCER TEAM: Front row: Charlie Shorter, Rick Wright, Al Bates, John Leach, Ron Wright. 2nd Row: Mr. Benedict, Ray Lon- don, David Chacon, Greg Rife, Gilberto Velasco, Charlie London. 3rd row: Stan Stockton, Ren Showalter, Sam Burton, Phil Me- a ae ta Pecos Inchaustequi, Paco Sirverit, Pat Thoebald, Don Crosley, Don Rowe, Bob Hovorka, Dan Weed, Frank mith, Dave Hinson. Crowd interest and support were a great aid to the players during the season. Skill, desire, and concentration are exhibited by these two MCC soccer players. Opponent’s goalie shudders in fear as Pecos and Sam move in. Near-sighted player proclaims, “I’ve found it!” 53 aes It wasn’t uncommon at all to hear ‘We ripped 'em! ’ around the MCC campus during basketball season. The Crusaders did a fantastic job, winning two tournaments and finishing second in the conference with an 18-6 record. All of our guys deserved a lot of credit; trophies were given out by Coach Wilson in three categories. Randy Ingmire and Don Rowe received trophies for being voted the most inspira- tional players. Even on a GREAT team, the players improve, and Ren Showalter and Mike Runyon were the most improved players. Rick Rader led the team in free-throw percentage. Our team may have rated only second in the MCCC, but to us, they were No. 1. Much of the credit for a good season goes to Coach Wilson not only for his influence and attitude, but also for geing a “great quy.”” a ee i -_— McC CRUSADERS: back row: Kon Wright, manager, Wes Johnson, Pat Theobald, Mike Runyon, Don Rowe, Bob Hovorka, Coach Don Wilson, front row: Rick Rader, Randy Ingmire, Rod Hoffman, Ren Showalter, Steve Palich, Stuart Coltier, Al Bates. Nebraska Christian Intermountain Lincoln Christian Central Christian Rockmont Friends McPherson Calvary Midwest Hillsdale Calvary Grace Faith McPherson Friends Hillsdale Central Christian Faith Nebraska Christian Grace Central Christian Midwest Friends Grace Scoreboard 55 56 TOURNAMENT CHAMPIONS -. he Ang STL MCC’s first game of the tournament was a rugged one with Friends. After trailing by six points, the Crusad- ers came on the second half and dominated the play. MCC won by a score of 69-59 as Coach Wilson cleared the bench in the final minutes. The championship game between MCC and Grace Bible Institute was filled with excitement. The Cru- saders led the entire game and won by the score of 75-63. It was a great team effort and the best game of the season. After the game everyone celebrated as Pat Theobald was named to the All-Conference teem. The tourna- ment championship was a superb ending for the best season ever for MCC's basketbail team. 1974-75 CHEERLEADERS Cheerleaders for the 1974-75 basketball season were JoAnn Poor, Wanda Powell,and Pam Scott. According to Wanda , their primary purpose was “to unite the students in backing their team and in supporting them to victory.” Five to six hours of weekly practive prepared the cheerleaders in gaining the support and enthusi- asm of MCC basketball fans. Their talents and Precision brought appreciation not only from the spectators, but from the players themselves. “'Some of the schools we played were friendlier than others, but they all made us feel as if they were glad to be playing basketball with us,” Wanda said. For the three cheerleaders, praying with other cheerleaders before a game, spending time with students from other schools, and seeing the re- actions of spectators to their favorite players were a few of their most enjoyable moments. Being associated with a winning team instilled enthusiasm and pride in their cheerleading efforts, making their job even more exciting. 58 CRUSADERS BASEBALL TEAM: back row: Frank Smith, Charlie Shorter, Mike McDaniels, Phil McAfee, Pat Theobald, Kent Dickson, Rick Wright, Dave Worthan. front row: Sandy Sandell, Allen Bates, Steve Clem, Ren Showalter, Kent Pratt, Bob Hovorka, Scoreboard The 1975 Crusader baseball team looked to the season with MCC great anticipation, but rain and cancellation cut short the nine Dordt College (@) game schedule. The season was enjoyable but disappointing Ozark Bible College 8 Bad weather plagued both the practice sessions and the games. Qzark Bible College (0) The Crusaders could put together good fielding and scoring Ozark Bible College (6) punch only once during the season. In that game MCC's rivals, Ozark Bible College 1 Ozark Bible College, were defeated by the score of 8 to 6. TENNIS John Leach, John Schnelle, and Frank Smith represented Manhattan Christian College at the Conference Tournament in Kansas City. They made a valiant effort, but all lost their first-round matches. Kent Pratt, Don Rowe, Pat Theobald, Rick Rader, Bruce Shira, and David Thompson were members of the Crusader golf team. They traveled to Joplin, Missouri, for a dual Go) LF meet with Ozark Bible College; then, they went to the Conference Tournament in Kansas City where they placed third. 59 VOLLEYBALL NE ; pe Students and friends frequently participate in athletic activities on the Manhattan Christian College campus. In addition to volleybatl and basketball, students have several opportunities during the year to play softball, touch football, soccer, good old-fashioned catch, and even occasional miniature golf. BASKETBALL 60 7 rou EL DD, mh V, a | ay | | JU BRI Div i H Ar lanhat ttan Ch ristian Co Dougherty: Jozelle Johnson, Lorena Schlegal, Cathy Weed. DORM COUNCILS The purpose of dorm council is to establish and maintain a desirable living atmosphere, spiritually, socially, intel- lectually, emotionally, and physically, for all residents,’’ according to Pam Goodman, president of the Waltheim council. Dorm council members were elected by the resident hall members for a one-year term. The councils’ responsibili- ties included the organization of devotional activities and social events, as well as oversight of the general dormitory rules and activities. The council represented the residents and was directly responsible to the dorm supervisors. This system of self government allowed resident members to be responsible for themselves and thus mature in Christ. Waltheim: Norma Highes, Jeanette Kehler, Pam Goodman, Jo Ann Poor, Jacquie Smith, Suzanna Greenlee, and Chris Grantham. 62 KMCC. SERVING YOU ONLY “This is KMCC, 990 on your AM dial.”” Sound familiar? KMCC radio broadcasts locally 16 hours a week to Manhattan Chris- tian College, providing news, weather, music, campus announce- ments, special programs, and live coverage of special campus activities. The radio station is owned and operated by the col- lege with students working as broadcasters. Professor David Benedict is station manager, with Rusty An- drews as program manager. Dave McClintock works as the sta- tion engineer, and Chris Grantham and Sheila Smith have both worked as KMCC secretaries. Announcers are not only trained for broadcasting on KMCC radio, but they also study the Federal Communications Commission's rules for their third class licenses with broadcast endorsement. Each semester a group travels to Kansas City to take the test. Les Cary is camera man for Chapel. Dave McClintock and Rusty Andrews work at the board. 1% 0 See ses 2373 MSD GAL YEH EES yay AVE Kees ease or, =f Front Row: Chris Garntham, Marla Grafton, Sheila Smith; Second Row; Rick Rader, Dave McClintock, Scott Jacobson; Third Row: Dave Benedict, Mike Schoonover; Back Row: David Thompson, Rusty Andrews. Rick Rader adjusts the audio for Chapel broadcast. Because enrollment has increased, chapel services are broadcast to an overflow in Owensby Lounge on Tuesday evenings. At least three people are needed for each broadcast: one to operate the video camera, one to work in the audio room as “‘mike-mixer,”” and one in the KMCC control room to direct all of this activity and to broadcast the audio portion live over the radio. KMCC looks forward to a new building next yea r with both an AM and and FM station. the AM station will still broadcast to the college and serve as training ground for new announcers, and the FM station, which will begin broadcast in January of 1976, will serve the city of Manhattan. KMCC continues to expand an increasing numbers of students are becoming involved in the broadcasting ministry. 64 NISION STAFF “Men see things as they are and ask, ‘Why?’ | dream of things as they could be and ask ‘Why not?’ In undertaking the seem- ingly impossible task of recording this year’s experience, we the 1975 VISION Staff, gained new insight into the meaning of these words. As the year began we took inventory of our abilities and found our abundant desire compensated for our lack of skill; thus our work began. To express our thoughts we used pictures and creative phrases; stories and exciting graphics. Long hours of diligent work in an underground room was augmented by type- writers clicking on through the night and the incriminating odor of developing chemicals. Now our work is finished and you possess the product of our labors. We hope that this book will help you gain a greater vi- sion of Manhattan Christian College. Editor Chris Grantham leads discussion of theme for 1975 Vision Editor Chris Grantham and Co-Editor Deb Henrickson at the Vision luncheon. Layout Editor Debbie Miller and Allen Bates. Not pictured is Brenda Rich. 65 ed MUSIC DEPARTMENT ACQUIRES NEW DIRECTO! Tas Celebration Singers, MCC’s select performing choir, presented programs at many on campus and community activities. Under the direction of Professor Kim Clowe, the 24-voice choir made their first appearance at the annual $100-plate benefit dinner, followed by several other concerts at area churches including a mini-tour to north-central Kansas. The special event for the fall semester was the annual Christmas Concert, December 10, 1974. A special feature this year was the Bach cantata, ‘For Unto Us A Child Is Born,”’ with orchestral accompaniment. The choir provided a variety of musical programs during spring semester. “Celebrate Life,’’ a pulpit musical drama of the life of Christ, was presented at the Easter convocation service. The choir performed a few selections from this musical for MCC Days. Their last on-campus appearance was their home tour concert, May 6, 1975. The remaining time was used in preparation for Spring tour, which extended their ministry to the south-eastern States. The choir was also busy in fund- raising activities to help defray the costs of the two-week tour. The choir members combined their time and hard work through such activities as basketball tournament concessions and garage sales, which paid for two-thirds of the cost. One of the most important and basic elements of any singing group is prac- tice .. . and practice they did. CELEBRATION SINGERS: Back row: M. Torkelson, K. McFarland, D. Boyd, L. Schlegal, M. Peil, B. Day, D. Roberts, D. Clay- camp, D. Hinson, R. Ashlock, J. Welter, C. Gardner. Front row: T, Lewis, C. Oberhelman, L. Wren, L. Graham, P. Scott, M. Scho- onover, A. Kruse, G. Ketchum, D. Harrison, C. Weed, S. McFarland, D. Henrickson. COLI ND MUSIC MINISTRY The College Ringers assisted the choir on their spring tour, providing preludes and special accompaniment for the concert. The handbell choir was formed second semester under the direction of Professor Dale Ald- ridge. The choir, consisting of eight members, averaged three hours of practice each week in preparation for spring tour. The thirty-seven piece handbell set was purchased through a memorial fund for T.H. Johnson, former president of MCC, and has greatly enriched the music department's ministry. COLLEGE RINGERS: Front row: Wanda Brunmeier, Linda McAfee, Valerie Stetler, Claudia Oberhelman, Debra Harrison. Back row: Steve McFarland, Mark Torkelson, Paul Stetler, Dale Aldridge, director. Sharing their testimony on the marimba, Judy and Rusty Rider accompanied the singers on their tour through the south-eastern United States. They were also involved in public relations work throughout the tour. Steve Palich and Roy Nevil combined their talents on the guitars to augment the presentation of ‘Celebrate Life’’ and several tour selections. 67 ENEN ae HATER “Even the Hater,” a symbolic drama under the direction of Professor David Benedict, presented a girl, a youth, and a man who symbolized every person that lived and their interactions that represented every conflict ever known. The play cast toured with the drama crew and performed in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, Effingham and Oakley, Kansas. ‘‘Even the Hater” was also presented to the MCC student body. 69 MAN, CHARLIE. BROWN” LA) | SARIN GAC OWN eee ae DARREL BOYD UC SR eee ee KAREN MULLENIA II ee ee, DAMON ROBERTS PEPPERMINT PATTI. ...... DARYLEE FOLLIS CAMO NSIS 28 ee DALE WILLIAMS STON Se ee ae RICK WRIGHT GIR epee Pere Mn fogs © ul DEBRA MCQUEEN 0) ae os Ge ee 0M CAL HABIG NTA Ne rc sk ee eens RICK WRIGHT Many hours of preparation were rewarded with enthusiastic applause for ‘Charlie Brown,” this year’s special feature of MCC Days, presented on April 5, under the direction of David Benedict and IKim Clowe. 7 5 ¢ “‘C'mon, Charlie Brown! We're all behind you, sort of.” ‘Charlie Brown never brings me any coffee in the mo rning.” ‘After we get married we won't need this ol’ piano.” “Lunch time is among the worst times of day for me.” 71 THE NEWTONS, 8 YF The life of the student minister is a life of frustration, heart- ache, excitement, joy, and rich reward. Tim and Cathi Newton face these emotions and many more each week as they minis- ter to the congregation at Havensvilla, Kansas. They work as Sunday School teacher, song leader, counselor, preacher, and friend, while all the time trying to meet their academic re- quirements of the co llege. The task is never ending, yet so is the reward. The Newtons are only two of many students ministers who travel each weekend to congregations throughout Kansas. The size of each congregation varies, and so does the situations; but the goal is always the same. Jesus gave the command: ‘Go ye into all the world. . .“” and so the student minister must go. = 7 ‘ sett 4 ; ten eee ot ne SRN RTT! 73 14 TES INTEREST IN MISSIONS ABX, the student missions organization at MCC, sponsored many activities throughout the year, which brought stu- dent awareness of present missionary work and opportunities Mission Emphasis Week, held during October, provided seminars and preach- ing sessions to create an expanded in- terest in missionary work. Also through ABX, 14 students attended the 27th National Missionary Convention held in Cincinnatti, Ohio during Thanksgiving vacation. The organization also sponsored a Love Feast to help raise money for the Reiche family in Mexico who lost their home and crops in the floods during a typhoon this year. Approximately 125 attended the dinner, and about $250 was re- ceived from donations. ABX annually sponsors summer interns through StuCo funding and fund-raising activities such as book-sales and foosball tourn- aments. Several of the interns gave presentations of their work at ABX Chapels. This year’s concluding event was the ABX Banquet, held in honor of MCC Students withspecial interests in missionwork. Mr. Ben- edict challenged the group to further involvement in this area of the church’s ministry. FELLOWSHIP 75 .. fellowship... DORM LES Sli so . a Watermelon feed at 1:00 a.m... . Study... . and once in awhile, a little sleep. 16 OPEN HOUSE COMES BUT IWICe THIS YSAR ae ig ye ae | ; : Le Where two or more are gathered... RUN! Heralds of the Mourning Waltheim, Dougherty, and Johnson Halls opened their doors to all students and faculty on three different occasions. The upperclasswomen of Dougherty Hall welcomed visitors early in the semester. Waltheim Hall’s underclasswomen showed off their dorm to a variety of characters who descended upon them at Halloween. The men of Johnson Hall hung mistletoe in the doorways and invited everyone to visit at Christmas time. The Calorie Corner at, 718 “Now, of course, most of these books | picked up over in Ephesus.” Every year the faculty and staff open their doors and MCC students come pouring in. It is quite a contrast to seeing students trodding to class, but the reasons may well be explained. Fellowship, food, and fun seem to tie them together as students see the lighter side of the faculty and staff. Stories of work and travel encourage the students to continue their own studies. Even the campus children add a special touch. All in all, students at MCC feel a little more at home by the families of the MCC family. Kelli Wilson is ready for a good night's rest. CAMPUS DAYS College isn’t all fun and games, to the surprise of the many high school sen!Ors visiting MCC on Campus Days. Three weekends were set aside for Campus Days--one in October, November, and December. Don Wilson coordinated activities each weekend. Seniors experienced One and one-half days of real college life. They sampled classes, meals, and social events. The seniors met the administration and found out about finances and various programs. They also saw slides of MCC and other areas of student involve- ment. The days were full, and the seniors discovered what a normal day is like at MCC. | | | aie i. ete 8b ah 79 “THERE'S A SONG IN THE AIR” WINTER BANQUET DECEMBER 6, 1974 MCC's annual Winter Banquet took place Decem- ber 6, 1974, 7:00 p.m., at Mr. Steak Restaurant. Waltheim president Pam Goodman and social chairman Lynda Cline presided at the banquet, which was sponsored by the women’s dorms. The theme of the banquet, “There's a Song in the Air,” inspired musical moments that brought en- joyment to the 118 present. Kim Harrison on trumpet and Chuck Godwin at the paino pro- vided background music for the meal. Messages in song were brought by ‘Four Heaven Bound.” Highlighting the evening, John Greenlee, minister of the University Christian Church, Manhattan, spoke on ‘A Dream Called Man.” reece A hepss be eu ¥ nasa y sive ney q Tiere Piosistssescene ——tO | eum en ee $ — - ey ce cn? C—O on eat 82 LOOKING TO JESUS.” “GCG AN ieee “Looking to Jesus” was the theme carried out by Larry Green, Assistant Director for “‘Christ in Youth,” the featured speaker for the annual MCC Days, April 4th and 5th. For the first time, MCC Days covered a period of two days rather than the tradi- tional one. Included among other events were two firsts: Bible Bowl competition and the Omnibus Hour, a miscellaneous montage of talents. MCC’s own drama department presented the musical, ‘’You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown,” which delighted the crowd assembled in the city auditorium. To add an extra personal! touch, slides of the MCC and KSU campuses were shown, and the Campus Fair returned, for which several campus organizations set up booths. depicting their purposes and activities. Selections from the gospel! musical ’’Celebrate Life!’’ were sung by the Celebration Singers, and the Crusader Choir presented several musical messages in song. President W.F. Lown brought 1975's MCC Days to a close by challenging all those present to truly look to Jesus in daily living. 83 SKIP DAY v = ttn eee 5 Once a year everyone decides to skip school, students and pro- fessors alike. A caravan formed early on the morning of April 30th and headed for White Memorial Camp, Council Grove. Skip Day, sponsored by the activities committee, was a day of fun and games, and definitely no academics. Activities for the day included softball, volleyball, football, tug-of-war, fishing, ping pong, egg throwing, marshmallow stuffing, and banana eating. To end a great day was a camp fire, communion, and devotions led by Pre sident Lown. 85 “ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIGH MCC family and friends spent an exciting spring break in Colorado, March 9-14. The week included tubing, ice skating, snowmobiling, cross country skiing, and down hill skiing at Monarch Pass. Per- haps the highlight of the week was the opportunity for self-evalua- tion and spiritual growth. The study of | Peter led by Dr. Leach and discussions led by various guest speakers were both educational and stimulating. Planning for this adventure began many months in advance un- der the direction of Hiram Cassel, Larry Winger, and Tim Newton. “Horn Creek Lodge is located among beautiful pines and high mountains next to the Sangre De Cristo Forest Re- serve. The main lodge commands a panoramic view of Horn Peak (about 14,000 feet high). It has a beautiful dining room which seats 110 guests, a !arge lounge for meeting purposes, a recreational room with ping-pong and pool tables.” Plans for next year’s trip are now being made. From beginning to end it was truly a “Rocky Mountain High!’ 86 “GREAT IS THE ART OF BEGINNING” SPRING BANQUET APRIL 25, 1975 The Spring Banquet was held on April 25, 1975, at 6:30 p.m. The banquet was given by the juniors in honor of the graduating seniors. Don Crosley, Vice- President of the Junior Class, presided, and John Messer, President of the Sen- ior Class, gave the senior response and acceptance. James Cunningham, minis- ter of the Florence Christian Church in Omaha, Nebraska, was the speaker. WORSHIP 89 “INTO ALL THE WORLD” THEME FOR MISSIONS EMPHASIS WECK “Into All The World” served as the theme for Missions Empha- sis Week, which took place October 8-10 and was sponsored by ABX. Terry Reyes, a Philippine missionary to New York City; Jesse Yangmi, a Burmese Christian studying in the United States and planning to return to Thailand; and Dale McAfee, an American missionary to Brazil, were the featured speakers. Each of the three missionaries presented morning and after- 700N seminars and an evening chapel service. Mrs. Dale McAfee ead a special seminar concerned with the life of a missionary wife and mother. Those with a strong interest in missions and mission work were given the opportunity to meet with the missionaries for discussion on a one-to-one basis. Missions Emphasis Week hopefully stimulated student interest in the work of world-wide missions, creating missions aware- ness and moving some to go “‘into all the world.” Jesse Yangmi Dale McAfee “MY GOING IS NOT CONTINGEN] TO HIS BLESSING, MY GOING IS BECAUSE HoawAN sal rt sGe@re = TERRY REWGS Mrs. Dale McAfee Terry Reyes 91 PSSISBRAle NEE “Celebrate Life,’ a pulpit drama composed by Bury! Red, was performed by the Celebration Singers at Kansas State University’s All Faiths Chapel on March 25. The pulpit drama conbined both the music and drama departments. The roles of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John were played by Dennis Glenn, Larry Wright, David Thompson, and Bill Watt. Instrumentalists for the musical were guitarists Roy Nevil and Steve Palich, drummer Steve McFarland, pianist organist Deb Hen- rickson, and oboist Allyson Greenlee. “We are here to celebrate life, His Life!’’ i a “ lAL SPONSORS “FAITH ALINE DAYS” The annual MCC Campus Revival, sponsored by the Religious Life Committee, was held April 15-17, 1975. Wilbur Johnson, minister of the Minneola First Christian Church, was the evangelist. He led several morning and evening sessions, speaking on the theme, “Faith Alive Days.” betes tae . LoS esoseeses Bringing special music throughout the three-day revival was Ed Preston, a 1971 MCC graduate. Ed is presently involved with multi-media evangelism. His program included vocal and trom- bone solos, puppet parables, and impressive slide presentations. A special feature for the opening services was a pre-session con- cert by the Broadway Christian Church youth choir from Lex- ington, Kentucky. 93 94 “Prayer is not necessarily in fluency of speech; it is not in painted imagery; it is not in deep thoughts; it is not in burn- ing words; it is not in the length and breadth and fullness of petition. Prayer is something more: it is the wish of the heart--the expression of the soul.” --Dear. a aj £ PR pa mr FAITH-PROMISE During its first year, the Faith-Promise program instigated a two-fold purpose: to encourage stu- dents to give as God blessed, and to involve them in support of either a missionary project or MCC's own needy building fund. “It should be emphasized that Faith-Promise is not a tithe. Rather, it is based on trust in the Lord--we trust Him to give us $5.00 a week over and above our regular needs, and we give it back to Him.Hopefully, it is another step in spiritual growth,” said Larry Wren, coordinator of the Student Council sponsored program. In essence, then, students made a commitment not to StuCo or to Faith-Promise, but to them- selves in that as each was blessed, he gave back to his God a portion of those blessings. Chapel met twice a week as a time for the MCC family members to worship their God together. The chapel program included group singing, special music presentations and speakers. The speakers were sometimes MCC students, faculty or staff members, and sometimes special guests. Often StuCo or ABX presented chapel services. Chapel was a time for all to come in from their busy, active days to participate in quiet fellowship with God. | if Special messages in song from the Crusader Choir highlighted the chapel services each Tuesday evening. With only seven male voices and twenty-one female voices, choir carried on throughout the year. They sang at activities such as the Athearn Lectures, two Christmas concerts, the Preaching Convention, MCC Days, and the Campus Revival. Crusader Choir also participated in two “fun” activi- ties along with Celebration Singers. In October the groups had a Halloween party and in May a cook-out at Tuttle. 97 98 AULIMINE cpammanemn 446 aL UPN] ie SO} : s cheons, sali Cc im Te SUG T tial vel YN 1, vANUS Jack and Carole Mayhall, a husband end wife team work- ing “ith the Navigators in Colorado Springs, Colorado, were the guest speakers. They related their advice con- cerning problems shared by many marriage partners and their families. Understanding and communicating with family members were emphasized throughout the sessions. The Preaching Convention brings old friends together to meet with new friends. R Me AND MY POUS lh = . _ ee Linda Lown Grover reflects on her family life at the women’s luncheon. Mrs. Lown stands breathless as her daughter and two grandchildren from Montana surprise her by their appearance at the noon luncheon. President Lown discusses the growth and status of the college in 1975. Several special events enriched the annual meeting. The women were delighted Wednesday noon by the inspirational talk given by Linda Lown Grover. A banquet, honoring the MCC alumni, was held Wednesday evening in the KSU Union. President Lown brought the annual “‘State of the College’”’ address at the President’s luncheon Thursday noon. 99 100 SEMINARS PRONIDE INFORMATION AND INSPIRATION Tom Hawks Four seminars held in the afternoon further aided those present in areas of Christian family life. Hiram Cassel, Dean of Students at MCC, led a discussion on the ministry of family counseling. Margie Morgridge, a housewife from Wichita, Kansas, explored into the ministry of women. MCC alumnus Tom Hawks, who is presently the youth minister at Central Christian Church, Mesa, Arizona, presented practical methods of meeting the challenge of today’s youth. George Foosher, a loan administrator from Wichita, Kansas, gave assistance in the area of the ministry of family finances. . George Foosher Margie Morgridge SOLID ROCK: Carol Crabtree, Chuck McCrea, Lois Graham, Rex Gochenour, Marcia Rowe. 5 Ue a GING AISTEN TOIOURS i@R ys SUNSHINE KIDS: Wanda Brunmeier, Steve Bryan, Karen Fuller, Carla Ashlock. . Te | HONEST TRUTH: Larry Wright, Diane Gillespie, Mary Anna Nelson, Norma Hughes, Sherri Worchester, Jeanette Kehler, Dale Williams. 101 HOUSEHOLD OF FAITH: Front row: Steve Palich, Deb- bie Harrison, Debbie Henrickson son, Damon Roberts, Rick Wright, Gina Hughes, Melinda Armstrong. Back Row: Bruce Shira, Rhonda Ashlock, Roy Nevil. eS. SF NHATTAN cotece m HRI test 4D - C CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP IN THE HEART OF THE MATION JOYFUL SOUND: Mike Peil, Claudia Oberhelman, Lexie Schnelle, Carol Crabtree, Larry Wren. Carrol Gardner sang soprano and Chuck Godwin played the piano first semester. A NEW SONG: Marta Taylor, Lynda Cline, Bonita Day, Pam Campbell. 102 HEAR THE MESSAGE THAT WE BRING Gospel teams have served for years as one of the main contacts between MCC and the churches it serves. This purpose was again fulfilled by reaching out to adults and children alike, not only through singing and preaching, but also through drama presentations and puppetry. Seven gospel teams were formed early the first semester, and each prepared a special program presented at each church vis- ited throughout the year. These programs could be changed ac cording to the desires of gospel team members. Versatility such as this greatly influenced the ability of the team to meet the specific needs of the church. Monthly organizational meetings answered questions and took care of all business concerning trips. Team members also evalu- ated their past trips and discussed problems encountered with- in individual groups. As a result of limitations as to how many times a team could go out each month, soloists were often scheduled to appear in area congregations. Limitations were set at two trips a month so that students could keep up with studies. Norma Cunningham, who helped Dale Aldridge in the gospel team office in scheduling the teams, said, ‘’ Although seven teams were formed this year, there is a desperate need for more teams to meet the requests of supporting churches.” Though they require much diligent work and dedication, gos- pel teams have been and will continue to be a vital part of MCC's expanding outreach. TRIUMPHANT SOUND: Larry Winger, Debbie Henrickson, Larry Wren, Cathy Neil, Rick Wright, Cathy Weed, Damon- Roberts, Arleen Kruse. ‘Triumphant Sound” toured during the summer. FOUR HEAVEN BOUND: Mike Shifflett, Greg Ketchum, Paul Stettler, Darrel Boyd. 103 � ream: DO have a way of being woven into the fabric of reality. This occurs when men entertain dreams and ‘God chooses to make them happen. oe - Have you had the feeling that you were sitting on the sideline watching your own life? 1, Manhattan Christian College, am having that experience. | am seeing my aspirations lived out in lives, both youthful and mature (or maturing). | am watching the Lord minister His salvation and His help through me. And in the process of being used, | believe the vessel and the vessels slowly take on the character of the Master. Through the years, and through the year, | know | have become many things. Perhaps it is better to say that | am BECOMING. lam a person becoming certain things because the persons who comprise me are “becoming.” They are chang- ing, so | am changing. They are growing, and so | am growing. 1 am becoming sophomores and seniors, spectators and Participants, leaders and followers, soul winners and souls won, donors and sustainers in prayer. Servants for love’s ake. And so | have become, and am becoming, a corporate person in Christ. | am, and | am becoming a college for His use. | am, and | am becoming a community for His concerns, a family of His children, a unit of His body, though many members. | am overwhelmed with nostalgia as | reflect on what has happened on my campus, and on what is happening; and | can hardly contain my eagerness to see what God will do here in days- -years- -to come. . .until He comes. Yes, | am becoming- -pray God- -like Him. | yearn to hear Him say, “Well done. . .enter in.” Then { shall have become. a eeeeah ESET i i