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

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WILBERT KROEKER Morris, Manitoba General Bible IOHN LEIDING ahon Saskatchewai student, ( ... A far ring the l working ud father thinker, i at heart, V.W Lord A devoted Chi captivating perso

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ARDEN THIESSEN Washow Bay, Manitoba Missions Valedictorian Has been a real inspiration to the student body. He enjoys fanning . . . finds Churcli History and Greek quite easy. Future . . . Christian service . . . possibly the mission field. Valedictory Graduation! Commencement! Due to the inevitable progress of time, life is a series of graduations and commencements. We, the third year class of 1963, now graduate from Bible School to commence a new stage of our life. As did the disciples on that memorable day of Christ’s ascension, so we stand on the threshhold of a new chapter in the service of o ur Master. As followers of our Lord, we are aware of the duties and obligations which we have. The Lord expects us to brii His transforming gospel of salvation and peace to a world which is in the grips of fear and anxiety. Some c us tremble as we think of stepping out and invading the strongholds of sin and darkness and, were it not fc Christ’s heartening promise, “Lo, I am with you alway,” we would perhaps falter and despairingly give up the tasl As we look back, we realize how swiftly the past three years have gone by. We think of the firm friendshif which have been established. We think of the blessed times of fellowship and prayer when, in company with sorn fellow students, we have sought the will of God. We think of the inspiring examples which the teachers have bee to us in their prayer life, their speech, and their walk. We think of the times when some awe inspiring truths ha become clear to us as we perused the Word of God. As we wistfully look back we regret that we did not mat greater use of the opportunities which were ours but, nevertheless, we humbly thank God for His bountiful bless ings and beg forgiveness for our failures. We want to voice our gratitude to those who have .made our studies a possibility. We especially thank oi parents for their guidance, their thoughtful advice, and their prayers on our behalf. May we never disappoint th high and godly hopes which you have for us. To the men who founded this school and to the present board v would also offer our appreciation. To the teachers we can only say, “May the Lord reward you richly.” We car not repay you for the intellectual training and the spiritual guidance we have received, nor for the exemplary an sacrificial life which you have lived before us. We promise you our life long gratitude and we trust that we wii never give you cause to be ashamed of us, as graduates of your school. We now turn from the past to accept the position which the Lord has planned for us. The task looms largf The world is hard, apathetic, and unfriendly. We do not know what our lot will be; we may have to suffer; v may have to die. But we do know that “in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that love us.” As we leave this school, we rejoice in the assurance of God’s promise, “My presence shall go with thee, and - will give thee rest.” (Ex. 33:14.) FRED FRIESEN Rosenort, Manitoba Missions President Fred is a sound thinker. He is sincere in his Christian testimony and service. His bur¬ den for the lost can be seen in the work he is doing. ELSIE KROEKER Morris, Manitoba Missions V ice-President Elsie has a cheerful disposition which suits her for her office of proctor and school nurse. She has won many friends by her unselfish attitude.

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BEN THI ESSEN Giroux, Manitoba Christian Education This ambitious man makes the best use of his time in school. His sincere, quiet and peaceful nature reveals a deep com¬ passion for the lost . . . teaches Sunday School and a boys’ club. MARY MARTENS idako, British Columbi Christian Education Mary hails froi B.C. She is a deep concern for DAVE BUHLER Arden, Manitoba