Inspire, Fall 1992

Salute to Summer hosts 300 teens and youth sponsorsfrom various churches across the country for two days of challenging messages, activities, and fellowship. Pastor Kevin'89 and Sue Baldis Carpenter'87 brought 14teens to Salute to Summerfrom First Baptist Church of Colville, Washington. The trip took 48 hours. Salute to Summer 1993 is scheduled for July 8-10. Over 100 alumni indicated that they will sing in the Alumni Oratorio presentation of Messiah on December 13, 1992. Alumni who majored in music, performed in concert chorale or oratorio, or took music courses at Cedarville College will want to be a part of this historic event. The Friday, December 11 rehearsal,followed by an alumni reception, will kick off the event. Saturday's rehearsal will include a luncheon. Dr. Charles Ellington will conduct the performance with alumni guest soloists 3:00 p.m. on Sunday. For more information or to make your reservation, please call the Music Department at 513-766-7728. You may also contact the Alumni Office at 1-800-837-2566. Paul Jezek'92 and Linda Thompson'91 were united in marriage on June 13, 1992. They live in West Chicago,Illinois where Paul is employed at Aldi,Incorporated. Wendy Miller '91 and Paul Orchard were joined in holy matrimony on July 18, 1992 at First Baptist Church of Greenlawn in Akron,Ohio. They live in Akron where Paul is employed with Akron University in the Athletic Department. Mia Morrell'91 and Brian Guinther'92 became husband and wife on June 27,1992 at the Canton Baptist Temple in Canton,Ohio. Michael Crace'92 and Adrienne Steitz were united in holy matrimony on July 25,1992. John Stewart'92 and Tara Rhoades'92 exchanged vows on July 25,1992 at Fairlawn Grace Brethren Church in Fairlawn,Ohio. They will be living in Columbus,Ohio. Kimberly Trimble'92 and David Johnson were wed on July 18,1992 at First Baptist Church in Wellington,Ohio.Kim will teach first grade at Foothill Christian School in Glendora,California this fall. OF GOD Craig Miller'79 and his wife,Kathy,are the proud parents of Nathan Craig,born on July 12,1992. Nathan weighed 9lbs.6oz. and measured 22in. His big sisters Rebekah,6,and Christine,3,are ecstatic that he is here. Craig is the pastor ofFaith Community Church in Valencia,California. Michael'80 and Carolyn Hunter Barnett'86 are heralding the arrival oftwin sons born on March 18,1992.Wesley Ryan weighed 7lbs.5 oz.and measured 21 in. and Witness Rocher weighed6lbs. 12oz. and measured 19 1/2 in. Sister Gentle,4,and brother Michael, Jr.,2,welcomed them home. Kathy Putnam Sommers'81 and her husband,Kent,are thrilled with the birth of Joshua Paul on June 17, 1992.He weighed 9lbs. 14 1/2 oz. and measured 211/2 in. Joshuajoins Benjamin,5 1/2, Abigail,4,and Emily,2 1/2. Alan'82 and Donna Dennis Green'82 joyfully announce the arrival ofBethany Renee.She was born on May 28,1992 weighing 9lbs. 10 oz. and measuring 21 in. Shejoins her big sisters Nicole,5,and Danielle,2. Ron'82 and Pam Hale Rost'83 are thrilled with the arrival of Grant Jacob on November 14,1991.He weighed 8 lbs.2 1/2 oz. and was 22in. Hejoins big brother Tyler,3 1/2. Doug'82and Sandra Messer Sjoquist'84 are the happy parents of Adrian Danae. Adrian was born on June 21,1992 weighing9lbs.15 oz. and measuring 211/2 in. Megan,5,Nathan,3, and Ryan,2,welcomed their new sister home. June Taylor Howard'83and her husband, Keith,are pleased to announce the birth of Sarah Victoria on May 28,1992.Sarah weighed 7lbs.6oz. and measured 20 1/2 in. Her sister, Rachel,is 2 1/2. Mark'85 and Linda Ford Price'83 are the proud parents of Noah Ford,born on June 19, 1992. Noah weighed 8 lbs.8 oz.and measured 22in. Hejoins brother Micah,2. Carl'83and Susan Olson Ruby'86 are thrilled with the arrival ofKelsey Leigh on June 17, 1992.Kelsey was6lbs. 15 oz. and 19 1/2 in. Megan,1 1/2, was very excited about her new little sister. Barry Kane'84 and his wife,Cheryl,are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter,Jessie Marie.She was born on January 28,1992,weighing 8 lbs. 1 oz. and measuring 20 1/2 in. Tim'84 and Barbara Taylor Woodard'85 joyfully announce the birth oftheir daughter,Taylor Marie,on November 31, 1991.She weighed 7lbs.3oz. and was 19 1/2 in.Timmy,her brother,is 4. Keith'85 and Lori Reid Holt'88N are delighted to announce the birth of their daughter, Olivia Anne,on June 21, 1992. She weighed 5 lbs.9oz. and measured 18 in. Doug'85 and Chrissy Friedkin Miller'88 are thrilled with the arrival oftheir son, Andrew James,July 14, 1992.Drew weighed 7 lbs. 1 oz. and was 21 in. Doug is the director of public relations at Cedarville College. Lori Hess Smejkal '85 and her husband,Jeff, are the proud parents ofLuke Jeffrey born on May 27, 1992.Luke weighed 9 lbs. 6oz. and measured 20 1/2 in. Hejoins his big brother, Samuel,21 months. Aaron'85 and Anne Grosse Bowes'87N are excited aboutthe birth of Kathrin Elise on April 23,1992.Kathrin weighed 8 lbs. 11 oz. and measured 20 in. Shejoins Hanna,4,and Philip,2. Mark Kordic'87 and his wife,Paula, welcome the arrival of their son,Taylor Lee, on July 5,1992.Taylor weighed 7lbs. 12 oz.Hejoins Jennifer,7,and Scott, 4. Mark is the marketing and promotions director at WCDR Radio for Cedarville College. John'87 and Julie Stackhouse Moore '87 are happy to announce the birth of their first child, Ashley Lauren,on November 15,1991. Ashley weighed 7lbs. 15 oz.and measured 22 in. John teaches at Waynesville High School in Waynesville,Ohio and Julie is an instructor at Wilberforce University. The Moores live in Cedarville. Shannon Fritz Snyder'87 and her husband,Dana,are thrilled at the arrival of Audrey Marie on June 18, 1992. Audrey weighed 7lbs. 15 oz.and measured 20in. Linda Shaffer Woodhouse'87 and her husband,Jeff,are delighted to announce the birth of Nathan Elliott on August 8,1991. He weighed 8 lbs.3oz. and was 211/2in. Debbie Dysert Wright'88 and her husband,Randy,want to share the exciting news ofLauren Ashley's birth on June 10, 1992.She weighed 8 lbs. 1 oz. and measured 21 1/2 in. Lauren joins brother Preston, 1 1/2. Kathleen Hanson Nouse'90 and her husband,John,are the happy parents of their first child,Kelly Catherine.She was born on May 30,1992 weighing 10 lbs.6oz. Jeff Oswald'90 and his wife,Rayna, 10 Fall'92 joyfully announce the birth of Othneil Robert Earl on May 30, 1992.He weighed 7lbs.4oz. and measured 20 1/2 in. David'90 and Linda Gagnebin Ulmer'91 are thrilled to announce the arrival ofSylvia Anne on June 28, 1992.Sylvia weighed 7 lbs. 15 oz. and measured 19 1/2 in. IlliFocus ON Arm FIELD John'64 and Judy Marcellus Bigelow'67 left their ministry in Juneau,Alaska for a one -year furlough beginning August 17, 1992.They have been in Juneau for five years working with Bethany Baptist Church.The Bigelows are eager to share with their many supporters and friends the exciting things the Lord has done in southeast Alaska.They will live in Canton, Michigan where Calvary Baptist Church has provided a mission home for them. Their sons, Ryan and Corey,will attend Plymouth Christian Academy this fall. Mark'67 and Beth Ziegler Trimble'67 returned to the States from Brazil for the wedding of their daughter,Kimberly'92,on July 18, 1992 in Wellington,Ohio.The church in Boas Novas,Brazil continues to grow and will have ten people in a baptism class this fall. The children's club and youth group have doubled since last year and many decisions are being made.They have asked for prayer for their family and for God's provision in their lives. Kenneth Van Loon'75 and his wife,Sandy, purchased a home in Paulding,Ohio where they minister as church planters in Emmanuel Baptist Church.The Lord provided their home after the house they were renting sold and they were forced to look for another place to live. Emmanuel had special meetings at the end of July and the Van Loons are praying that this will open new ministries and reach many for Christ. Chris Parsons'82 is the founder and executive director ofthe Good Samaritan Project,an interdenominational Christian ministry to persons affected by HIV/AIDS in the greater Atlanta area. Since 1988,the organization has provided practical,emotional,and spiritual support to hundreds of persons with HIV/AIDS and to their families and loved ones. Chris writes and lectures frequently.He teaches in the R.N.and L.P.N. programs ofDeKalb Technical Institute as an adjunct faculty member. Nur DEATHS 7,1174.11 John Vernon Hickman'31 died July 24,1992 at Ohio State University Hospital,Columbus,Ohio following a three-week illness. He was associated with the Quincy Lumber Company from 1943 to 1988.He is survived by his wife,Nina (Stevenson '34),and one son,John Hickman of Quincy,Ohio. Kathryn Finke Jurkat'40 died on July 1, 1992. She had open heart surgery in Texas several months earlier followed by a lengthy recuperation time.She was living in her Springfield,Ohio home at the time of her passing. We extend sympathy to her husband,Elmer"Elmo"C. Jurkat'26; sister, Janice Finke Morris'42;and other members of her family. Elizabeth(Betty)Irvine'45 passed away on July 24,1992 at Canterbury Villa in Centerburg,Ohio. Betty graduated from Cedarville High School in 1939 and from Cedarville College in 1945.She taught elementary school for 36 years in Jamestown,Fairborn,and Kettering,Ohio.We extend sympathy to her family and friends in the Cedarville area.