2001-2002 Annual Report

Heart for God The University Heartbeat Chapel truly is the heartbeat of a Christian university, and Cedarville remains committed to strengthening the campus family and proclaiming the Word through daily services. Each year Cedarville welcomes chapel speakers such as nationally-known leaders Knute Larson, Dr. David Jeremiah, Dr. Paige Patterson, and Dr. Bruce Ware. Missionaries, community leaders, business professionals, and our own highly-qualified faculty also grace the platform. Our president, Dr. Paul Dixon, speaks regularly, and this past year the University family was enriched by his series on the theme “Transforming Culture with Christlike Compassion.” A Prayerful Focus An attitude of prayer has always been a defining characteristic of the University community. Men’s and women’s prayer groups work together to facilitate prayer events and daily intercession on campus. Biannual Day of Prayer events keep the campus focused on the importance of praying for individuals, our nation, and our world. Friday chapels remain entirely student-organized, thanks to the work of the Student Government Association and class representatives. Music, drama, prayer, and preaching—all are led by students with a heart for God. Fall Bible Conference speaker Knute Larson spoke to the University family on the reasons for pain and suffering and what we can learn from the September 11 tragedy. Larson is the senior pastor of The Chapel in Akron, Ohio.