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

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YEAR BOOK fyfyQQQfyfyQfyfyfytyfyfyQfyfyfyfyfyfyQfyfyfy grade xi QUu Refut ' d Day after day we enter the stately por¬ tals o f our Academy to seek for wisdom and knowledge. Every morning we won¬ der what the day will have in store for us. We start it off with morning devotion. Then in the right frame of mind we pur¬ sue our studies. Some of the knowledge imparted to us during the weeks seems to be in vain, for it goes right over our heads. But we are fortunate in having teachers who are gifted with a lot of patience, and so final¬ ly, after much repetition, a faint glim¬ mer of light appears on the subject. Take Physics for example. This subject bears a lot of explaining and discussion. One brilliant scholar was puzzled over a problem like this; if a bird is put into an air-tight box, would it make any dif¬ ference in the weight of the box and bird together, whether the bird rests on the bottom or flies around in the box? Concerning History, it is hard to un¬ derstand sometimes, why, we have to stu¬ dy the agonizing procedures of a hund¬ red years ago, when the responsible go¬ vernment of today was drawn up. The political squabbles of olden days are boring beyond description. Mr. Peters tells us that stiff algebra problems have a stimulating effect on the brain and provide tne necessary exercise. I am sometimes inclined to believe that algebra is the most nonsensical stuff, but if you know how, it is an enjoyable pas¬ time. In chemistry we gain a vague knowledge of the greatness of God’s creation and the tremendous power and energy it contains. We also see that our God is a God of order and everything to the most minute particle that exists, is created according to some definite law. On our Grade eleven “Program of Studies” is also a Bible School subject, Christian Doctrine. As well as teaching us of our Faith as authoritatively set forth by the Holy Scriptures, the study of Doctrine lays a foundation for deeper study along these lines. For in whatever field our Master calls us for service, we need to be thoroughly grounded in the doctrines of our Faith. Many a blessing have I experienced in participating in these classes instructed by Mr. Reimer. In God’s Holy presence we study His Word, and our hearts are drawn closer to Him, and filled with a deeper desire to give our best to the Master — Matilda Friesen. ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ P ' uilie. Qod frio+n wJtam all iledAin j.4. tf-laui I do thank God for His word which I learned as a child, because it has left a burning desire in my heart to know more. More about Jesus would I know, More of His love to others show; More of His saving fulness see, More of His love Who died for me. It has indeed been a privilege for me to spend a few hours in Bible School this winter, sitting at the feet of Jesus seeking that better part, that is so necessary in these last days. The coming of our Lord is near; pro¬ phecies of the last days are now being ful¬ filled. God’s Word contains many bless¬ ings and precious promises, but also shows us our tremendous responsibilities toward those who are still in darkness without Christ in the world. Personally I realize the necessity of preparing ourselves well in this business for our King; that we should put on the whole armour of God that we may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Amongst the French Roman Catholics we find that so much has to be done along the line of temporal things, in order to show them love that removes that fear of God’s Word, the Bible, where they will see their undone condition before God and also their substitute, the Lord Jesus Christ. We praise the Lord for those who have been saved, and are encouraged to carry on when we see those who search the Scriptures; ‘those that seek shall find.” I thank God for our Bible School and for those who give their time and talent to prepare young people for service for our Dord. May He also give some a burden for French Roman Catholics, souls for without Christ in the world. — Mrs. A. Gaudreau. GRADE XI CONTINUED Susie Stoesz - is attending the Acad¬ emy for the fifth successive year. She is preparing for service as a teacher. Arthur Fast - marked love for music, plays piano and violin and sings in the quartet. Given to hospitality. Well versed in his subjects. (Not on picture). — 15 —

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S. B. A. ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆■A GRADE XI LEFT TO RIGHT — BACK ROW: John Reimer - ambitious and jocular, takes grades ten and eleven at the same time. Easily engaged in conversation. John Warkentin - maintains remark¬ able control of his emotions no matter what the situation. Well advanced in the art of cooking. His achievements in sports and algebra go hand in hand. John Schellenberg - finds the chemistry lab. an endless source of interest. His successful academical accomplis unents are due to his hard work. His alter-ego is found in John Warkentin. Melvin Reimer - easily attains good marks, in spite of the fact that he doesn’t study hard. Lends a willing hand wherever it is needed. President of his class. | |! Pete Wiebe - as a member of the Year Book Committee he proves that he has the ability to do his part, and does it with determination. Cheerful but not light-hearted. SECOND ROW: Matilda Friesen - has the will power to study in spite of her inclination to be dreamy. Matilda has a sympathetic nat¬ ure and is loved by all the girls of the dormitory. Nita Reimer - secretary of the Year Book Committee and a member of the trio. Equally capable of giving us a solo or a dramatic monologue. Helpful in or¬ ganization of student activities. Martha Loewen - has a keen sense of responsibility and performs her duties as vice-president of our class. Martha takes her Christian life seriously and has a deep desire to win souls for her Saviour. Helen Loewen - thorough and sincere in fulfilling her duties. Stud.es liaru and her high marks show it. Is very firm in her Christian principles. FRONT ROW: Mintie Reimer - studies hard, has been permit teaching up north and has taught D.V.B.S. during the summer. She is al¬ ways ready to witness for her Saviour wherever she goes. Betty Ivroeker - has an understanding nature which has endeared her to the girls at the dormitory. Lends her voice to singing in the trio. Margaret Plett - is quiet but friendly— a sincere Christian. Recess frequently find her engrossed in Algebra. She is per¬ severing in her endeavor to take two grades at the same time. William Schellenberg - has a smile which seems to be difficult to control. Due to physical conditions he looks down on most of us, although he is quiet, he is wrapped up in wisdom. (Not on picture). Continued on next page, column 2, 14 —

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wwwwwwtxwwwwwww S. B. A. ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆■ GRADE X LEFT TO RIGHT — STANDING: Tina Reimer - reserved and conscien¬ tious in her studies. Her actions are sin¬ cere and humble. Tina is willing to walk a long way to attend classes regularly. Donald Reimer - has a sense of humor, enjoys purposely misinterpreting you in conversation. Has a knack for ask¬ ing questions, which is appreciated by the teachers. Alvin Friesen - enjoys skating, solid in his individual way. Progressive in his studies, inclined to keep silent, and in¬ terested in radio construction. Peter E. Reimer - not easily convinced to the contrary of his sound convictions. He enjoys singing bass and probably un¬ awares contributes more zest to the rest of us. Herbert Penner - diligence of our class. Spends his holidays at their lumber camp. Frank in the few statements he makes. Has a keen sense of humor. Harry Schellenberg - as vivacious as he is small. Well accomplished sportsman. Since he is under the close supervision of the teachers in class, he has learned his geometry propositions well. Sincere in his endeavour to serve the Lord. Verna Reimer - small, but certainly energetic. Quick in getting her work done. Fond of reading. SITTING: Evelyn Reimer - an accomplished pia¬ nist and a member of the trio. She does her homework regularly and to the satis¬ faction of the teachers. Mary Goertzen - as well as being a dili¬ gent student, Mary excells in the art of cooking. Her cheerfulness adds a bright spot to the girls’ dormitory life. Fulfills her duties faithfully. Joyce Gaudrean - applies her know¬ ledge of the piano by playing for the choir. Usually quiet but when among close fr ' ends thaws up and her ironical humor puts the others on their guard. Margaret Sobering - outspoken in her opinions. Fond of music, doing her share at playing piano for morning devotions. Margaret and Verna are seldom seen a- part. Elizabeth Unger - its a woman’s privi- ledge to change her mind and Elizabeth avails herself of this quite often. How¬ ever as a rule we find her reliable and ready to give valuable advice. ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ ♦ A TESTIMONY I am very thankful to the Lord for throne of grace, that we may obtain this opportunity that is granted me to mercy, and find grace to help in time attend Bible School. Espe ially have the of need.” Hebrews 4:16. prayer meetings proved a great blessing. “Let us therefore come boldly unto the — 16 — Walter Gerbrandt.