University of Tennessee Knoxville - Volunteer Yearbook (Knoxville, TN)

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Fall Quarter. During Spring Quarter, a spring banquet was held and members par- ticipated in Spiritual Em- phasis Week and in in- tramurals. hWe like to think of the BSU as a hMinistry on Campusf a place to come and make freinds and serve the campus, said Doug Ver- non, BSU president. The Presbyterian Student Center, headed by Reverend John Wright, planned numerous programs directed toward both students and faculty. On Monday and Tuesday afternoons, the Center held a Share Group for students designed to pro- mote personal growth. Reverend Wright conducted a Theology Discussion on Mon- day nights for interested faculty members and on Wednesday nights for students. Sunday evenings were devoted to a Fellowship Dinner followed by a program led by students and faculty, and weekends were reserved for special events such as CO- recreational intramurals, morality films, square danc- ing, and retreats. The Center was open daily for the studentse uses, and Reverend Wright made himself available for marriage and HJIIhJ mexlnny personal counseling. -Shar0n Seguin KALEIDOSCOPE SERIES. Mark Bernstein discusses the topic: hThe Middle East: What Now? at the Wesley Foundation. HAMMING IT UP. Richard Ham, a senior in psychology, and Sharlene Garren, a freshman in liberal arts, have some fun while preparing a prayer breakfast at the BSU center. Hurllm .MnNmng Religionmg

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Promoting spiritual and human growth, religious organizations helped students stay In the spirit eligious organiza- tions on campus helped to promote the human and spiritual growth for students. Each organization offered students the opportunity to both wor- ship and socialize with others of the same denomination. John XXIII Catholic Center, located at 1710 Melrose Place, was led by Father Charles Brunick, Father Michael Devenney, and a thirteen member parish council. The Center planned numerous student-oriented activities during the year in- cluding Sunday Suppers, in- tramurals, movie nights, and the Coffeehouses held once or twice a quarter. Students also gatheled for Bible study and participated in a Search for Christian Maturity weekend held Spring Quarter. Masses were held Monday thru Friday at 5:15 pm, Saturdays at 5:30 pm,and Sundays at 8:00 am, 11:00 am, and 5:30 pm. The Center was open daily until 11:00 pm for students wishing to study or just enjoy an evening of fellowship. The Tyson House Student Association, located at 824 Melrose Place and under the direction of Reverend Albert N. Minor, was one of the oldest denominational ministries, having started in 1935. VariOUS activities and programs were scheduled for students throughout the year such as a7Welcome Brunch Fall Quarter, Christmas Day and All Saints Feasts, an Easter breakfast, a spring picnic, and a conference held each quarter. Also included were evening prayers, an Education for Ministry course, Wednesday evening 28lReligion Church life studies, and the Peer Ministry Program. Ser- vices were held Sundays at 11:00 am and 5:30 pm, Tuesdays at noon, and Wednesdays at 7:00 pm. The Tyson House itself was open daily to students from 8:00 am to 11:00 pm. The Lutheran Center, directed by Pastor Bill Couch and also located at 824 Melrose Place, provided wor- ship, study, and fellowship for students. Quarterly retreats, Sunday dinners, an intramural softball team, and an ice skating party were some of the activities planned for students throughout the year. They were also en- couraged to use the Center for study, relaxation, or con- versation whenever possible. Services were held Thursday evenings at 7:00 and Sunday mornings at 9:30 with a Bible study before the service and a Fellowship Hour afterwards. The Lutheran Center was open daily from 9:00 am to 11:00 pm. The Baptist Student Union kept busy throughout the year with a weekly schedule of activities. On Mondays, the BSU and area churches had a Visitation Program, where they visited students who had shown an interest in the organization. A Freshmen Group Bible Study was held Monday nights and choir practice on Tuesdays, followed by Tuesday Topic, a large group meeting with a different speaker every week. The BSU sponsored a noon luncheon every Wednesday, and Thursdays there was an Executive Council Meeting and a Black Fellowship Ser- vice callled lHarambeeT The BSU also hosted hayrides and a square dance during

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