Summit Pacific College - Call Yearbook (Abbotsford, British Columbia Canada)

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MUSIU 1511? ' Dan Shackelford Western Pentecostal Bible College, this year, is again blessed with abundant musical talent. Besides a number of vocal and instru- mental soloists, such groups as ladies trios, a male quartet, a trombone duet, and a trum- pet trio contribute greatly to the services on campus and in nearby churches. A special musical feature of the College is the twentyvthree voice choir known as the Harmonaires. Each member of this group has been selected on the basis of voice quality, spiritual maturity, and academic standing. The director, Rev. H. Pendray, ably brings each individual voice into one harmonious blend of song. Christian service assignments take the Harmonaires to such points as Van- couver lsland, the interior of British Colum' bia, and the many local churches surrounding the Bible College. It is indeed a colorful sight to see the Harmonaires arrayed in black choir gowns complemented by bright blue and gold stoles inscribed with the insignia of Harmonaires. But more important is the fact that in the heart of every individual lies the deep con- cern that souls will be won to Christ as the messages in song go forth. -Mary Nygard

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lo R mber For the first time, the sweet sounds of music began to float on the calm, quiet air during the dawn of creation's early morning. Job tells us that the morning stars sang together, and the sons of God shouted for joy. From these early times, music has taken a great part in man's communication with God. The Bible mentions music time and time again. This art was held in such high regard that set apart for praise Lord. Elisha, when and as the minstrel unto him. The de- singers and musicians were expressly and worship in the presence of the troubled in spirit, called for a minstrel played, the Word of the Lord came mented Saul was also soothed as David played on his harp. Continually we are admonished to sing praise, and to rejoice. We read, ls any merry, let him sing psalms. The making of music was not restricted to just the hired musicians. Though we cannot all sing as the meadow-lark, we can chirp like a sparrow. Let us then, the redeemed of the Lord, sing and play. lf we do not, God will cause the rocks and the hills to cry out in praise to Him. Music, as Webster defines it, is a sweet pleasant sound in art or nature. Although music started as such, sin soon changed it from the beautiful flowing major keys to those By Doug Lynn of the harsh melodic minor. Listening to the radio today. one does not hear the sweet, peaceful sounds which the Creator intended to be music, but the iangling discords of the music which Satan has composed. As a result of the fall of man, the music of nature is also in a minor key. But one day the Deliverer will come and all discord will be made to harmonize. Yes, music does have an important place in our lives. It lifts up the weary and downtrodden, but above all it brings victory to the soul of the believer. Our Lord and Saviour not only urges us to rejoice in song, but l-le Him- self sang at the Last Supper. ln the book of Revelation, John says, that we shall sing the songs of lVloses the servant of God, and the song of the Lamb, when we are gathered in that great choir. Let us never forget the words of St. Paul: Let the Word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom: teaching and adrnonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in our hearts to the Lord. And may we be as appreciative of music as David was when he wrote, And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God. - .-L K Q 'iii I NE, i t sq . 7 -fn., itkii ' ' I' --5-U. A' x , Jael' 'xl j Q H -gQ??s- Xii iiu- 53

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Doug Lynn . ' Sharon Houllnd, Lowana Starrett, Mary Nygard R00 CDSHEY Doug Lynn, Jim Rathien .lol Kudra, Brian Dobson, Bob Young i Caren Cochrane Dave Richter Bill Hale Shirley Blundell