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

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28 § rrmti)i (Class name HENRY FUNK, Elm Creek, Man.— Our able class-president. Competent and industrious, he is liked by all. Sings second tenor in a male ANNE KROEKER, Elm Creek, Man. Lively and quick. Anne is sure to be a great success. As vice-president of second class and pianist for soloists, she contri¬ butes spice and vigour to school life. KATHERINE WIEBE, Carman, Man. —Her reserved nature in class almost hides her witty and jovial nature. Neat and tidy in appearance. Musically inclined. Niverville M.B. Gemeinde 1st Gott fuer uns, wer mag wider uns sein? Welcher auch seines eignen Sohns nicht hat verschonet, . . . wie sollte ei uns mit ihm nicht alles schenken? —Roemer 8:3 I -32

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27 3rd Class Valedictory Another year of grace at the Winkler Bible School has almost passed, and we have become more aware than ever of the fleeting moments that are left. Perhaps we grow a little sad as we realize that the day when we must part is drawing nearer, but we know that we shall always retain many pleasant memories of our associations here at Pniel. Many times in the years to come we shall look back to these days in Bible School which were always show¬ ered with blessings. We shall see again in memory the familiar faces of teach¬ ers and students. The literal meaning of a valedictory is to say farewell. Farewell to what? To our friends, to our teachers, to our classrooms, to our days as Bible School students? Yes, to all of these. Are we going to say farewell to Bible study, to learning? Indeed, no! Always with an aptitude for learning, we want to continue to delve into the Word of God, into the many truths and mysteries which still lie ahead of us. There is much left for us to learn and we still have a great challenge ahead of us, to grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.” (2. Peter 3:18) We say that the aim of all Biblical teaching, be it in Sunday School or Bible School is, “that the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.” (2. Tim. 3:16) Does this then mean that those who have completed the Bible Course are perfect men and women? Again we must say, no. The goal is still far ahead of us and we must ever strive, while in this life to come closer. We must “press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.” (Phil. 3:14) We will never at¬ tain the position, a perfect man of God, till we will be with Him, then we shall be like Him. Through the grace of God, may all of us have come closer to this goal in the years of study here at school. Can we say with the Apostle Paul that we have won Christ? To those of us who have completed their training at school, this is a pause before we step out into the unknown world. We have been sitting at the feet of Jesus and now will come the test whether we have been good listeners. I am sure that we all realize the great responsibility to serve God and give the best we have to our Master and to the world. Are we filled with the spirit of sacrifice and service? We cannot help but think of our teachers who have sacrificed so much for us; who have tried to instil within us something of their own knowledge and experience. To us they have exemplified the true Christian’s walk and we shall carry awrny in our hearts a very gracious memory of each and every one of them. As Christian youth, we have a great task before us. We are living in an age of uncertainty, strife and turmoil. To¬ day in the world around us, we see so much that is striving to replace the supreme value of life. We must take up this challenge and act, speak and live so that the world can see the higher life in us. Without the power of God we can never hope to do the task before us. So let us “be strong in the Lord and in the power of his might.” (Eph. 6:10) Will we have the courage to defend the name of Christ and teach the children the Word of God in the face of criticism, opposition and disdain from the world around us? If Christ has become real to us, if he has become our Saviour, our Helper, then our love to Him shall give us courage enough to let our lights shine in places of in¬ sidious difficulty. A wonderful heritage has been en¬ trusted to us — the Bible — the Church — the Christian home — the Bible School — a land where there is reli¬ gious freedom. We know that privi¬ leges are always followed by responsi¬ bilities. Let us face the fact of our great responsibility in a darkened dis¬ illusioned world; and in faith, let us keep on looking unto Jesus. “In all these things we are more than con¬ querors, through Him that loved us. (Romans 8:37) Elsie Esau. Newton Siding M.B. Gemeinde Und wir haben desto fester das pro- phetische Wort, und ihr tut wohl, dass ihr darauf achtet als auf ein Licht, das da scheint in einem dunklen Ort, bis der Tag anbreche und der Morgenstern auf- gehe in eurem Herzen.—2. Petri 1:19.

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29 JOHN FROESE, Newton Siding, Man.— John’s optimistic smile and his excep¬ tional diligence make him a good student. He has a keen interest and knowledge of the Bible. JOHN KONRAD, Winkler. Man. —Lively and full of fun with many ideas of his own. His questions add animation to the class. John is active as Sunday School teacher in his home church. FRANK SAWATSKY, Holmfield, Man.— Frank’s sincerity makes him an asset to the class. His philosophy, The greater the difficulty, the greater the victory.” He is interested in music, and provides a rich baritone in a quartet. JOHN KRAHN, Winkler, Man. —His ready smile and deep voice distinguish his character. Active in Sunday School work. His interest—farming. DAVE PENNER, Holmfield, Man.— Still waters run deep. Underneath this quiet composure we feel sure that there is an abundance of potential vitality and deter¬ mination. His ambition—farming. HUBERT SCHULZ, Elm Creek, Man. —Has a quiet, dignified manner and usually has the right answer in class when others are puzzled. His ambition is to acquire a higher education. JAKE HILDEBRAND, Winkler, Man.- The latest addition to the second class. Jake is sincere and has a good knowledge of the Bible. Carpenter by trade. The man with a flash.” NICK DYCK, Whitewater, Man. — Speech is sil¬ ver, silence is gold.” Nick is neat in appearance and possesses fine manners. He has a hidden sense of humour, and this ambitious farmer is sure to be successful. Gnadenthal M.B. Gemeinde Er aber, unser Herr Jesus Christus, und Gott, unser Vater, der uns hat geliebet . . . , Der ermahne eure Herzen und staerke euch in allerlei Lehre und gutem Werk. —2. Thess. 2, 16.17.