Messiah College - Clarion Yearbook (Grantham, PA)

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.gn Mem otzkm It may be that in the final analysis we are affected by all that we hear, or feel, or see. Certainly as a rule of conduct on our own part, we need remember that the influence of our living is inescapable. There are, however, some faces that, noble or vicious, stand out in a crowd, there are some personalities that, saintly, or impious, imprint with immediate and permanent stroke. Albert H. Brechbill was a teacher whom none of his students will ever forget. They know that he taught them individually-not as classes. They appreciate the comprehension of algebraic equations, trigonometric functions, and physical for- mulas gained under his personalized instruction. Or, if they failed to apply them- selves to study, they still know that Mr. Brechbill did his best to interest them. His was indeed the gift of teaching. But more-his life by example and precept was Christian. His counsel was wisdom in spiritual things, his advice was sound in matters of moral conduct. Ill-gotten gain, a slanderous tongue, misspent leisure, careless promises, unholy living, all alike were to him of this world, opposed to 'lthe things of the Spirit, and deterrent from true success and happiness. Whatever discipline he adminis- tered was for ultimate good, and calmly awaits the decision of time. The entire campus has lost a friend. The Administration, a teacher who was entirely dependable, the Faculty, a colleague who was at once conscientious and cooperative, Grounds and Buildings people, an admirer of their care. Whoever chanced to meet him-accountant, cook, secretary, cleaner, librarian, College President, or student, all alike shared his kindly spirit and appreciative word. To the memory of Mr. Brechbill, what befitting shaft shall we raise? What would he ask? What but our Spirit-filled lives and complete consecration to the sweet will of God unto the end, our taking up of the torch which he has dropped? Nothing less would evoke his burst of song: We'll give the glory to Jesus, And dwell in His wonderful loVe ! lt was after Christmas-in the lull following the big day-the postman rang. Nothing important . . . only a few late Christmas cards, some bills, a prompt thank-you note . . . and another . . . a white en- velope addressed . . . Student-, postmarked Messiah College. Opened at once-casually, questioningly-a bill? . . a New Year's greeting? . . . extended vacation? . . . But no, . . . reading it . . . unbelieving at first . . . incredulous . . . and then rereading through misty eyes . . . Professor Albert Brechbill . . . sudden illness,-hospital-coronary thrombosis-died Christmas morning. Back to school . . . not saying much, but thinking . . . expressing sympathy . . . missing him . . . our beloved Math teacher . . . Then questions . . . Who would take his place? How could anyone? AMemorial service in the Chapel on lanuary4. . . a black ribbon on his chair . . . tributes paid by students and friends . . . his favorite songs . . . silent prayer for the family. . . Tears and heavy hearts . . . regrets and sorrow . . . not understanding but wondering . . . why? . . . and realizing submission-resignation-hope-above all learning . . . there is a season and a time for every purpose under heaven. . . 'Y

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