Steinbach Bible Institute - Star Yearbook (Steinbach, Manitoba Canada)

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• YEAR BOOK ACTIVITI1 PRACTICAL WORK Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, the Master-teacher, during His earthly minist¬ ry, after having instructed His disciples for some time, sent them forth to other towns and villages. Our teachers have seen the wisdom and value of this method of work and are exerting increasing ef¬ forts to follow this example. For this reason practical work has been given a more prominent position in the curriculum of school activities. Bi-weekly Sunday Evening Services are being conducted at Chortitz. Other meet¬ ings have also been held at Hochstadt, Ekron and Willowridge. In all of these the students participated actively, bring¬ ing forth the old Gospel story in song, re¬ citation and word. A special program of house visitations has been launched this year. The individu¬ al homes of this town are being visited by the students who volunteer for the work. This group is under the direction and supervision of Brother A. Gaudreau, a Christian worker who has had previous experience along this line of labor for the Master. In addition to this the students serve in various capacities in their home churches. Practically half of the students are S. S. teachers. Others distribute gospels and tracts of their own accord or as members of the Western Tract Mission. An increasing number of students have gone forth during the past months to do some work in the Lord’s vineyard. Much grace and strength is required to go and testify in the name of Jesus, but the Lord gives freely to all who ask. The reports from the students are inspiring. Much joy in service has been received. The Word of God has been sown and “it shall not re¬ turn unto me void”, (Isa. 55: 11). This practical work has proved to strengthen our faith and to urge us on to go deeper with the Lord. George Unger. SCHOOL CHORUS “Serve the Lord with gladness, come be¬ fore His presence with singing.” Psalm 100 : 2 . Isn’t it remarkable that even with sing¬ ing we can serve the Lord. Many weary souls are refreshed through the ministry of song, others are inspired to serve, still others are won to Christ by it. Since Christ our Saviour has saved us He has put a new song into our hearts, even praise unto our God. Therefore all students gather twice a week for regular singing practices so as to train our voices to sing in harmony the songs of redemp¬ tion and praise. These practices are under the capable direction of Mr. Penner, our choir leader. To assist us in acquiring new tunes, our singing is accompanied by music of the piano which is played by Sister Elvira Friesen. These practices not only aid us to sing but also prove to be a means of rich spiritual blessings. Elizabeth Wiebe. PRACTICAL WORK REPORT The Bible School conducted another meeting at Chortitz on Sunday, January 19. The attendance was exceptionally good with many young people present. One of the Bible School students told the child¬ ren the story of Zachaeus. Rev. B. D. Reimer’s message was based on 2. Cor. 5:10; “For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his own body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad.” He made it very clear to us as Christians that we must be working and building on the foundation that is laid and that for all good works there will be a great reward. Wm. Wiebe. SOCIAL LIFE In Bible School we are being built up in our spiritual life but our social life is not neglected either. Not only are we taught how to conduct ourselves socially but also how to conduct social gatherings. Our first gathering was conducted by the teachers but the students had charge of the Christmas family gathering. Young Christians must have Christian social ac¬ tivities and therefore we must learn how to conduct them in a Christian manner. On November 7, the teachers had plan¬ ned an interesting social evening. Every¬ one entered heartedly into the games, choruses, Bible Quiz contests and testi¬ monies. The teachers and their wives then served a savory lunch. After that follow¬ ed a short devotional period of prayer. Another gathering took place on De¬ cember 22. This time the parents of the students were cordially invited. After a short program, rendered by the students everyone was invited for a little lunch. The gathering proved to be beneficial in a threefold way: our parents saw the work done in the school, they became bet¬ ter acquainted with the students and fa¬ culty, and they also became better ac¬ quainted with each other. The meeting was dismissed with prayer. Katie Friesen. 17 —

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S. B. S. MOiAGSVi Daily Vacation Bible School We have been privileged in teaching Summer Vacation Bible School, it is a great joy to work with children, whose hearts are open for Gospel truth. And how important it is that they he taught the way of salvation, for it is these children that are going to make the nation. Did Christ not say, “Suffer little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God”. Luke 18: 16. A co-worker and I arrived at our des¬ tination earlv one Monday morning. We hurriedly gathered out the material need¬ ed and our Bibles. We then walked off to the small school house. We were surprised to see so many happy faces there the first morning. On enquiring they told us that they had no Sunday School nor any other religious teaching outside the Daily Va¬ cation Bible School. Having gathered in our seats, we open¬ ed our class by singing a few songs, Scrip¬ ture reading and prayer. After the roll call followed the Bible story, which was al¬ ways very interesting to them. This was especially true about the story of creation, which te ' ls how God made heaven and earth, sky and sea, and all that is in it. The memory work was very successful. The children were eager to recite the verses. After a few games outside, we regather¬ ed for a short period of singing. The fa¬ vorite choruses sung were those with mo¬ tions. With equal enthusiasm they did the handwork provided by the material and in accord with the suggestions given. We were sorry when the period was over and we had.to close for the day. In the afternoon the co-worker and I visited the parents in the district, and we had many a blessing with them. When the two weeks of teaching were over, we had a special programme. It was rendered by the children. They all invited the parents to come and listen. May some seed have fallen into the hearts of the ch’Tdren that will count for eternity. Work like this has taken place in many other schools during the summer. The Principal of the Bible School organizes them. Whoever feels that God wants him for this work has an opportunity to do something for the Lord. Elvira Priesen. — 12 —

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S. B. S uun rnAv UV iild nuun We at btuueuici tt;ei yi ' iviiefeea Lilac cild tettcueics nave a.iictu eu lux ' uo c» » nave u,n uour tsa.cn veeiv, in which wc can pui to practice wua,c we nave leaincu in our ocudies. jcuvery Wednesday tne students togetner wim me teacners urm cuon. mncu auu nave a urue of iciiowsuip. Alter iuc unci lunch period we nave me meeting. start¬ ing witn tne grauuateb, eacn one or tne tnree classes nas a cuance to rciiuer a program, ine students nave me cnoice of deciding wnat kina of a program tney wilt nave, a Sunday Scnooi mass, a roung People ' s Meeting or a BiDle Class. mule questions, songs, poems and messages are rendered. Eacn student is given a place in the program. Tne meeting is then con¬ structively criticized wnicn lias proved very beneficial. Louise Keimer. THE BIBLE SCHOOL LIBRARY “Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and alight unto my path.” Psa. fill: luo. There is great truth in me statement that a person is known by the books that he reads. Read base literature and the result is a contaminated mind, but read a book of higher standards and you are urged to higher motives for your life. For this and many other reasons a Bible School library is a necessity. The School library consists of the books that will without question help us spirit¬ ually. Some of the authors of these books are: Dr. Ironside, Dr. Harry Rimmer, Dr. John Rice, 0. Hallesby, Dr. Arthur Brown and Dr. Appelman. In the library we have books on the “Bible and Science”, Bible expositions, a number of commentaries on the whole Bible including one of forty volumes by Dr. W. B. Riley and one set of thirteen volumes by James Smith. Then there are some biographies of some true men of God like Gipsy Smith, etc. But still there is a Book, which is above all other books, the Bible. We have been blessed while studying this Book in all our subjects. If, when reading other books, we gain friends, how much more should Jesus Christ become our friend. He be¬ came a friend to me when I accepted Him as my Saviour. The Bible reflected my life as a sinner, but also showed me the exceeding riches of His grace which I now- have in Jesus Christ. Matilda Reimer. WORSHIP PERIOD At 9:30 every morning the students and teachers gather for morning worship. After singing a song unitedly, the teacher who leads the worship period, also leads us in a word of prayer. Then he will bring us a short message. Most of the messages brought by the teachers deal with the Christian walk according to the Scriptures. There will be a continual fight against sin and temptations, for when Christ comes into our hearts the strife between the natural man and the Spirit of Christ is apparent. We have the promise of power given to us to overcome temptations if we but have faith. Becoming a child of God means separation from sin and tne world. It is impossible to grasp the world w-itii one hanu and reach out and contact God with ihe other. We must run tne race that is set before us that we may obtain a crown of life. It is necessary tnat our body is brought into subjection lest we be a castaway 1 Cor. 9: 3 7 or in other words be put on the shelf. Christians should bear fruit. If they do not they are cut off being useless and hindering the useful Christians, John 15: 1-16. Only through Christians can the Kingdom of God be furthered. They should have a love for the sinner. Christ came to seek and save that which is lost. He said, “follow me” there¬ fore we should do the same and be true “Fishers of men.” After the message we have prayer. This time it is by any of the students. Thus strengthened for the day we now go to our classes. Mary Wiebe. ANTICIPATION A current rumor has caught my ear. This time it is about introducing a High School department into Bible School. Comments on this from reliable sources are: “Plans progressing favorably, con¬ templating opening next fall.” I am viewing this development with renewed anticipation. The privilege of being able to ' complete my High School training in an institution, where Christian influence is predominant, appeals favor¬ ably to my mind. The morning chapel services, aside from the countless Dlessings received from them are also very instructive. They ex¬ ert a powerful controlling and upbuilding influence in my life. The attendance at these services would enable me to better prepare, not only for this world, but also for the next. On the other hand the rapidly growing library, which was only opened a few months ago, and already contains more than two hundred volumes, has aroused my interest. The numerous reference books, including the Universal Encyclope¬ dia, are very beneficial and of great edu¬ cational value. The other reading and studying material, written mostly by eminent Christian men, is a stimulant for spiritual life. Much Biblical knowledge can be gained from them. I am convinced that the teaching facul¬ ty will endeavor to do its utmost to in¬ struct the students in the fundamentals of the Christian faith. For these reasons and other advantages that are bound to follow as this department progresses, I am viewing the situation with great antici¬ pation. George Unger. — 18 —