Numidia Mennonite Bible School - Reflector Yearbook (Numidia, PA)

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ings will result. We observed that the way we take our place in our homes now is a good indication of how we will fulfill our responsibility after marriage. If we learn to seek first the kingdom of God now, it will be easier in later life also. -John Siegrist PERSONAL EVANGELISM Go home to thy friends, and tell them how great things the Lord hath done for thee? We realize that evangelism is not merely helping people to reform, but leading them to the transformation experience. In order to bring others to Christ, we must first have experienced salvation our- selves. Jesus Christ is the supreme example of a personal worker. He spoke to people personally as each opportunity confronted Him. His disciples were won by the personal appeal. . ' In preaching, the message may be shifted to someone else, but in personal contact there can be no question as to who is meant. We can say as Nathan said to David, Thou art the man? We will find that as we engage in this kind of work, it will be a means of strength- ening our own faith. It is worth much to know that we need not meet our Saviour empty-handed. Lead me to some soul today, Oh, teach me, Lord, just what to say. -Abram Krahn RUDIMENTS OF MUSIC Sing forth the honor of his name: make his praise glorious. Psalm 66:2. In this interesting' class, we undertook to learn the basic rules and principles of music. One of the first things we discovered was that a tone has four properties: length, pitch, power, and quality. There are also three departments of music: Melodics, rhythmics, and dynamics. 32 5- .5111 11- '-y--.::-1-qi. -,H ,-....,, -.f---'-ff g--1.- .11-1:44 .iXT,: gi ' , vw-2 12-'-S- iff-vga'.,'R---v2f'jpg,'.L:'g ' 'A I- V-T33 311 , 1' '-e-irrvf-e Azria.. . -f--A .- f .- -.1 - . , ,, . . . , ,. , . , . . : ,Q Y F H ' , . ' ' - 1 - F -f'-43.2 'aiVZ,L'v-I1-::.-mpv. 5.1,-Q V:-:,.J-V.: -asf ,. -17,1 '11, -.,g f,--w, Ifhg,-.'-E,-F -2. 'r-nl , A-T4 rg-.1-ff -4ig.X-v:-a f ,-f:- A- 1:13.15-,.,,,qg13 qv-5 A.: :..?4.:1-f,.A..A,,1 T, A-:X Q' T J V5 .Y sz . V - ,A H h . . ,'4 'vl. ' 3 2 757 7' j'3 f'.fi- f 'l1 3':f : I-1 'ff5-'T . f '-Q2- 'eff-7 i' P' -- ' ff 175. 551.-1-.liflf:T-' 7-.A 7' 1' ff ':T 'l'l '- Z- 'f-ff f-f. ITL-'E'-?fg'-'fr - -1:-GST T... 1 -' W . . '-5 154- i.'+-4 I-. 'TIFF-. cl' tl'-'Cr' ' - -' ' . - ' - ' ' f' f' ff' '. 1 - -1?-'3-H' ' ' ' 1 f 'VIZ '71 'f ' V-'T ' ' I A 'I 1' A- '-3'1 f' .Aff Qf2if...LL nw . . ?3x'Q -ff. N7 - .- , , E- -' ' f. . ' - ' - 4 -- f' ' f - ,- . , ' ' s .. ' ..'-'--are-M:,,-g-44,--.:-'aaa 5---,. 1,,.vi,.4-'fxg-'-- ,, - I ,A V Y , . . , . . V , K. , V Y , . 4 , -V A . V Hi., 3...-.5.,....,:.',,3,.., Rl,-M., We practiced singing the scale repeatedly and sounded the tones as our teacher 1n- dicated them. The number of flats or sharps in a key signature designates the key in which a song is to be sung. We also learned how many beats or pulsations are in a measure and which note gets the accent. We learned the meanj ing of different signs and words used in music. Sometimes we learned new songs by first singing the notes. I trust that those of us who have taken this class.will benefit by it, and thereby be able to sing a more perfect praisew to the One who gave us our voices. -Roseann Deiter - THE CHRISTIAN HOME As we view the deterioration of homes in society around us, it causes us to dili- gently search the Word for guidelines in building the Christian home. I Essentials for building the Christian home are: 1. Mature individuals, being fully sub- mitted to the Lord in choosing a life companion. 2. Husband and wife finding their place in God's order of divine headship. 3. Having a proper concept of God's purpose for children in the home, realizing that children are an heritage of the Lord. 4. Recognizing the responsibility that parents have in teaching and train- ing children in the way of the Lord. 5. Safe guarding the home against worldly influences, that tend to destroy many homes. In searching the Scripture, we notice a great contrast in the various homes. Noah's family had the qualities 'of a godly home. Lotas family revealed the character- istics which cause many failures in the home. - I Only as our homes are Christcentered can they make their contribution to the church and society. -Roy Zimmerman

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SONG LEADERSHIP This class proved to be a blessing to us who want to serve the Lord and the church by leading congregations or Chris- tian Day Schools in singing. We learned to beat the basic time pat- terns and get the pitch of a song by spend- ing time practicing during our class periods. We were instructed how to choose songs that are appropriate for the occasion as well as what type of song to use, whether a gospel song, which inspires the people, or a hymn that is directed to God. Possibly one of the most important con- cepts that was brought forth was to keep our minds on what we are singing and not over emphasize leading. I trust that after taking this course, we will be better fitted to serve our great God in this capacity. -Daniel Torkelson INTRODUCTION TO CHILD STUDY Lo, children are an heritage of the Lord: and the fruit of the womb is his re- wardf' Psalm 12723. A proper attitude toward children is necessary when studying or teaching them. We must recognize that they are blessings from God, and have genuine love for them if we are going to lead them right. We viewed many practical areas, some of which are: The Child and His Questions, The Responsibility of the Child, Guarding the Childis Environment, and the Disciplin- ary Needs of a Child. We also discussed the Training of the Child, much of which is done unconsciously. Sunday Schools, Bible Schools, and Christian Day Schools are helpful aids in the proper training of children. It was emphasized repeatedly that we need to have a planned method in deal- lng with children. Every child is different, but one thing we need to keep in mind is that God's Word has the answer to every problem, even in child training. -James Sensenig CHRISTIAN WRITING A drop of ink can make a million think. This is true, for a written message is force- ful. Men speak and their message is often lightly esteemed, but a printed message is more readily accepted, for it has author- ity. Before this can be experienced, the mind behind the pen must think, as writing is an exacting work. It calls for consecrated, concerned individuals who are willing to spend much time and energy in this service. God, who approves and commands writing, uses this mighty sword to spread and pre- serve His message. ' Our Christian Writing class has proven to be valuable to each one of us as we learned by sharing together. We reviewed grammar and helpful instructions for writing paragraphs, articles, short stories, and poems. We feel that we will profit far more as we accept the challenge of applying these helps in writing and learning from the mistakes of others. We continue to seek God's grace as we labor to be used of Him. Our desire is that we might bring honor and glory to His name as we write. -Rebecca Ebersole YOUTH PROBLEMS Youth is a time of preparation for future use in God's service. The aim of this class was to aid us in this preparation. We all want to know what Godls will is. In a way it would be nice if God would plainly tell each of us what we are to do, if and who we should marry, where we should live, etc. Such a desire stems from a lack of patience to wait for the Lord to reveal his will. If we truly want to know and do God's will, we can find the satis- factory answer. In every matter we must obey the Bible and have a vital prayer life. The counsel and advice of brethren in the church is very helpful. If what we are doing today is God's will, we should be satisfied, and patiently wait for Him to reveal His plan for our future. Consideration was given to courtship and preparation for marriage. This is an area that brings dangers and challenges, but as we seek the Lord's will and follow scriptural Christian practices, great bless- 31

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TYPING Typing class met four times a week in the dining room. We followed the lessons in the book, Typing Made Simple. Our teacher helped us with our difficulties and pointed out our mistakes. She also timed us to test our speed and skill. Typing is a worthwhile skill to acquire, It is not only valuable for office work, but also as an aid in writing stories or teach- ing school. Learning to type requires much practice, and helps us to grow in the areas of patience and perseverance. Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might. Ecclesiastes 9:1Oa. -Lorrain Leinbach PRINCIPLES OF TEACHING How can I understand except some man should guide me? I What is teaching? It is causing one to know and showing them how to do. Our class discovered we are all teachers, formal or informal. In a formal setting it is essential that the Christian teacher places supreme reliance upon the finality of Godis Word. The Christian teacher must have a genuine experience with God and be Spirit led. Instead of merely teaching, he is dealing with souls of eternal value. , . Since the techniques of teaching reflect on our knowledge of the learning process, we attempted to obtain a more thorough understanding of it. This process is not complete until what is taught is expressed by the pupil. .Other areas of study included: tech- niques of teaching, preparation and pro- cedure, and mistakes and problems en- countered. As we teach, We need to continually keep our eyes on the Master teacher, who has left the perfect example for us to follow. -Ruby Witmer METHODS OF BIBLE STUDY The supremely important factor in Bible study is proper spiritual conditioning. Our approach to it is also important and must be different than to any other book. ' We dare not approach it critically but with a readiness to believe and practice its precepts. God has ordained that spiritual things must enter the mind through the heart, therefore, we must love them be- fore we can understand them. To find the interpretation of a given passage, we first try to ascertain and then express the exact meaning God intended. God is faithful to illuminate our hearts by the Holy Spirit, giving us understanding of the truths hidden in His Word. The purpose motivating the revelation of Holy Writ was to show us how to be saved and live like saved people.- Viewing the Bible first as a whole, then breaking it down into smaller units, will increase one's appreciation for it. May we ever keep in mind that studying the Word of God makes us personally responsible to apply it to our lives. -David Meck EXTRA CURRSICULAR ACTIVITIES REVIVAL MEETINGS We were impressed again with the power Of God's Word, as it worked in the hearts Of the student body and others who sat under its sound in our revival meetings. It truly works as a hammer, to break down the barriers and reservations we may have in our hearts against the truth. How thankful we can be that God is longsuffer- ing and merciful, and that He calls us from a world of turmoil and unrest into the blessed sunshine of His perfect peace- which peace the world cannot comprehend. And the work of righteousness shall be peaceg and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever. Isaish 32:17. May we each go forward putting into 33