Winkler Bible School - Morning Star Yearbook (Winkler, Manitoba Canada)

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(SraxUtatra Htbb (Hours? CSIUU HANS K AS DO RF— Comes America. He has a friendly outstanding speaking- ability be his mission field. HEDY POETKER, Lena, Man. —Possesses a voice which we like to hear. Hedy’s amiability and ingenuity have proved her successful in public school teaching last winter. Strebet aber nach den besten Gaben und ich will euch noch einen koestlich eren Weg zeigen.— I. Kor. 12:31. Justice M.B. Gemeinde

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18 The Fourth What Bible School Has Meant To Me In looking back to the years spent in Bible School I can truly say that the Lord has showered many blessings upon me. Our studies have proved a great help and solved many problems. Be¬ cause our studies required much grace and strength, we have often gathered for prayer. Our class prayer meetings have been a spiritual uplift. The fellow¬ ship with classmates and God, have meant much to me. We have many times felt the Lord’s nearness when singing for Him. The years spent in Bible School have been a challenge to me to dedicate my life more fully for His service, and to always look “unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith.” (Heb. 12:2a) A Day in Fourth Class Philosophy is one of the most pro¬ found subjects we study. Mr. John Goosen enters the room with a bright smile on his face and begins, “Well class, on page 59 we find, that the Christian “Weltanschauung” or World View is an all-inclusive philosophy. It is better than Idealism or Materialism and beyond comparison with Fichte’s and Hegel’s sublimated speculations . . . and son on. Is that clear, class?” Sil¬ ence prevails. Brother Goosen appreciates subjects requiring deep rational thinking and he has told us numerous times, “Don’t be afraid of higher education. Wenn ihr nur euren Heiland von Herzen lietat, so werdet ihr stehen koennen.” The next hour is Homiletics. Mr. Pries walks in, quietly takes his stand behind the desk. The subject is theoretical Homiletics but the teacher has something of a more practical nature in mind. Yes, impromptu sermons! A text is suggest¬ ed to three pupils; a few moments of preparation are given and the preach¬ ing commences. These “Blitzkrieg” as¬ signments prove to be a good experience and a blessing to all. Class Speaks Ecclesiology, a subject on the func¬ tion of the Christian Church, points out the practical side of church life as the Bible depicts it. Due to the fact that we have all come from good Mennonite homes, we have enjoyed our studies in Mennonite His¬ tory instructed by our capable teacher, Mr. J. B. Boldt. With his entering the classroom, everyone is alert. We begin with a thorough review of the last les¬ son. With pen in hand everyone is ready to jot down the important facts as Mr. Boldt gives them to us. No sympathy for the slow . . . Mr. J. B. Boldt, as a good example, has influenced us, through our study, so that we are proud to be called Men- nonites and are willing to uphold the faith as our forefathers have done. In diesem .Jahr haben wir die Gelegen- heit gehabt uns in der Deutschen Sprache zu irben. Entschuldigung haben wir keine. In der Ubung der Sprache gab es fiir uns manch einen Spass, wenn die Falle ein wenig verwechselt wurden, z.B. “Ich traue dich” und “Ich traue dir.” Lehrer Boldt hat es uns wiederholt gesagt: “Auf diesem Gebiet wird furcht- bar viel gesiindigt. Und wir miissen uben. Ubung ist was ihr braucht, das Deutsche ist euch eingeboren, und ihr konnt Professore werden.” Nach einer langen Pause tritt Lehrer Redekop in die Klasse. “Now let us take up the first argument in Hebrews Chap¬ ter 1:5 - 3:1.” In dieser Stunde werden wir oft zu tiefem Denken angeregt. Wenn Lehrer Redekop uns anblickt, dann empfinden wir so, vor seinen Augen ist nichts verborgen. Er scheint durch diese Jahre alles von uns be- halten zu haben, so dass wir oft den Ausdruck horen konnen: “als dieser Bruder mal zu uns kam, dann . . .” Es gab oft stille Momente in der Klasse und wir fiihlten die Wirkung des Heiligen Geistes. Wir werden die Stun- den mit Lehrer Redekop nicht so schnell vergessen. Elm Creek M. B. Gemeinde Der Weisheit Anfang ist des Herrn Furcht, und den Heiligen erkennen ist Verstand.—Sprueche 9:10.

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20 PETER LOEWEN, Culross, Man. -Attendant at Portage Mental during summer months. Sin¬ cerity and faithfulness have distinguished him. Intends to enter teaching profession upon com¬ pleting further studies. JOHN N. KLASSEN, Winkler, Man. Fulfills his assignments conscientiously which bring him favorable results. John is carpenter at present and is willing to heed the call of the Lord. ANNE HEIER, Steinbach, Man.— Faithful and diligent in her studies. Her time is expended by singing, studying and light housekeeping. Plans to take up nursing. MARY REIMER, Yarrow, B.C.— Cheery, amicable, optimistic. Our class has bene¬ fited greatly by her participation in dis¬ cussions on practical subjects. Low alto in ladies’ trio. ABE PAETKAU, Elm Creek, Man.— Abe is tall of stature and has a good sense of humor, though he takes his studies seriously. His hobby is photography. ART KLIEWER, Culross, Man.— Thought¬ ful and friendly. Delights in participating in discussions. Four years of Bible Study have urged Arthur to go where the Master calls. JOHN HEIER, Steinbach, Man. —Sings in a quartet. Listens attentively in class and has a keen sense of humour. Future ambitions include furthering his studies. JAKE PENNER, Elm Creek, Man.— Alert¬ ness of mind and originality. Jake is in¬ terested in psychiatry. Dean and barber of the dorm. Jake has numerous talents which he uses to serve the Master. Springstein M.B. Gemeinde Wachet und betet, dass ihr nicht in Anfechtung fallet.—Matth. 26:41. Manitou M.B. Gemeinde Lasset das Wort Chris+i unter euch reichlich wohnen.—Kol. 3:16.