Inspire, Winter 1993

edarville College students will be praying for alumni in a variety ofcultural settings this holiday season. Over30alums have sent Christmas ornaments from all over the world to Cedarville with the purpose ofincreasing awareness and prayer support oftheir ministries.The Cultural Christmas Tree will be on display in the James T.Jeremiah Chapelfrom November 24through December 25. Larry'72and Nancy Leapline Allen '70,serving with A.B.W.E.in the Philippines Ornament—three rope stars in red,green,and natural Information Christmas time in Bangladesh could pass by almost unnoticed.The calendar doesn't show its importance the stores,radios and television don't announce its ing. Bangladesh is 85 percent Muslims,with a few dus and Buddhists,and only one percent Christians. is crowded country of 120 million is only the size of nois. Christmas is not a big event because Islam is the major religion and Allah is held in great reverence. Beliefon the Son ofGod is considered blasphemy and is it unds for persecution. s in this setting that God has called us to a church- _ . nting ministry. We have worked here with our children,Bart, 19,Tabitha, 18,Hannah, 16,Kara, 14, and Eirana, 11,since 1980.We have helped to start several churches among Hindu background people and our present work is among Muslims. ou visit here at Christmas time and walk along the k streets ofChittagong, you may see an encouraging ht. Here and there you'll notice a bright star on the ofsome Christian homes.Christmas could pass by ost unnoticed, but not in the hearts ofthose who love us.The lighted stars remind people that we are here we want to share Christ's story with those around part-time at International Christian School and help with a Filipino fellowship. Pray for Hong Kong as we become part ofChina in 1997. Pray for strong leaders who with God's power can face the challenges ahead. John'83and Kathy Ormsbee Foreman'83, missionaries to the Navajos in Window Rock,Arizona Ornament—greenware Navajo pottery ornament Information Historically the Navajo were not known for their pottery but many today make a living by carving and painting designs like the ornament.The one given is beautifully done in greenware. John'64 and Judy Marcellus Bigelow'67,serving with Baptist Mid-Missions in Juneau, Alaska Ornament—Alaskan Bear Bread ornament with hand- painted picture ofeagle Information The Bear Bread is a fungus that grows on the trees in the.•4 Tongass Rain Forest,Each One is unique in itself and this one displays original art painted by Dawnp'eune,a former Juneauan who now lives in Ward Cove, Alaska. Patty Birkenholtz'78,serving with A.B.W.E.in . Czechoslovakia Ornament—handmade dough angel Information Dbugh ornaments handmade in the Czech Republic are very common,especially this type ofornament.The other most frequently used ornaments are made of crystal in Bohemia. Aaron'85 and Anna Grosse Bowes'87N,serving with Evangelical Baptist Missions in Germany Ornaments—three hand-painted, miniature, wooden figures: a boy,a house,and a snowman Information These small, wooden figures,areAmmature versions of larger Christmas ornaments that are carved and;hand- painted in Germany.They are very characteristic of the types ofChristmas decorationOdely used throtsjiout Germany. . Ken'70 and Aittwco4,,serliing With A.B.W.E. in The Philippines Ornatnent--hand-crafted Holy Family carvtlkom volcanic ash from the Mt. Pinatubo(The Philippines) eruption on June 12, 1991 Inforanation The Holy Family represents the essence ofChristmas in this Roman Catholic nation. The family or belen is diSplayed in figures or lights on public and private Intildings during the eight-week Christmas celebration. Ken and Linda Betts Duffield '72,serving with Central Mk ssionary Clearinghouse in Mexico • Ornament—book called Las Posadas:A Chrismir' Is Story Information Although many Mexicans are becoming more "Americanized," having a Christmas tree is not a common sight in most Mexican homes.The Christmas Posada is in every town,all across the country, in •parades,everywhere. Early priests and missionaries used this story pantomime to tell the Christmas story because ofthe language barrier between the Spanish and Indian dialects. It became tradition. Jim'61 and Esther Weiss Entner'61,serving with A.B.W.E.in The Philippines Ornaments—small,decorated broom; handwoven rattan star Information The small house broom is used for cleaning inside the Wine.The rattan star is characteristic ofChristmas decorations used in the Philippines by Christian families. Sue Earley '71.serving in Hong Kong Ornament—red silk Chinese character ornament with tassel Information The Chinese character on this ornament from the Mainland is pronounced fuk(folk with a high sound). It means blessing or happiness. I am in Hong Kong with A.B.W.E. to share the blessing and joy of knowing the true God personally. Currently,I work as assistant to the president and as Christian education instructor at China Baptist Theological College.I also teach ESL(English as a Second Language) Jeff'85N and Caryn De Witt Hakes'85 Ornament—cornhusk angel with trumpet Walter and Lorraine Hoffman,leaders of 1993 Cedarville College MIS team to Russia Ornament—handpainted wooden stick with face ofa woman Information This ornamentfrom Russia is a replica ofthe famous Avetroishka dolls.This particular decoration was ' purchased outside a Russian Orthodox monastery-in the town ofOsypovichy. , David and Grace Trimble Kintner'67N,serving with Baptist Mid-Missions in the Amazon region of Brazil Ornament—carved wooden canoe with paddles,bow and arrow set Information David and Grace Kintner went to Brazil as single missionaries. They met and married there in 1973. The Kinters have worked in the interior from the capitol city of Manaus to the small interior city of Autazes. Using Autazes as their home base,they can move more easily to the interior cities. There are no roads,so water travel is very importaht to their ministry and to the lives ofthe people.The canoe is their car. The canoe ornament is very typical ofthis area along with some of the things you mightfinctin a canoe— machetes,a bow and arrow for fishing,and the canoe paddle. Please use this ornament as a prayer reminder of the many Braziliau,of the interior of Amazonas who still need Jesus.'Ray also that we May continue to reach them through our outreach ministry there. Laura Lehto'83,serving in Fortaleza, 13razil Ornament—carved wooden replica of a fishing boat/raft with sail Information This ornament is a very accurate replica ofa fishing boat called a Jangada(jahn-gah-duh)which is commonly used all along the northeast coast of Brazil. Thejangada is a symbol of the people and culture of this region of Brazil. Two or three-men go out for one to three days. They eat and sleep on the raft. They carry the water in the barnig,and the fish back in the baskets. The boat should constantly'iemitid'us ofthe needs of the people of Brazil. Many lives are on the brink of death as the sea claims many people.Pray for these who have met Christ that they may be fishers of men. Jeannie Lockerbie'61,serving with A.B.W*0 Bangladesh Ornament—angel made ofsilky jute fibers- ormation The angel ornament is made ofjute,a tall plant which is harvested,soaked,and processed until it becomes silky fibers.The strands are then manufactured into rope,gunny sack bags and beautiful decorative carpets and wall hangings. Jute is the major cash crop of Bangladesh and thejute products can be found around the world. Angels brought the good news of"peace on earth; good will to men." By our humanitarian service to this .country we are trying to promote peace and good will. According to Luke 15:10,the angels rejoice when a sinner repents and turns to the Lord Jesus. By our evangelism and Bible teaching, we are hoping to make the angels rejoice. Jeannie is a teacher at Chittagong Christian School for missionary children and also a nurse. Lisa McClure'79,serving with A.B.W.E.in Villavicencio,Colombia Ornament—miniature wooden bus carrying many people and supplies Information The little bus is called a chiva(che - vah). They are usually a bit shorter in length than the yellow school buses in the States. The sides are usually wood attached to a metal chassis,although a metalframe is not uncommon.Their main characteristics are the wide,open windows(no glass at all)and the brightly painted bodies. Often well-known proverbs or sayings are written on the chiva along with the city's name it serves. The chivas are not used in the big cities like Bogota, but rather are the popular transportation for the smaller towns or pueblos. Not only are the humans transported, but also all their goods,which can include bags or crates full offruits and vegetables, bags of rice, sugar,or coffee, and any pigs, chickens,or dogs that need to go along.People and goods ride everywhere— inside,on the roof, or out the back. Jeff and Gerri Jue Miller'84,serving in Central Java, Indonesia Ornament—oxen skin ornament,carved and hand- painted John'79 and Michele Meeker Morgan'79, serving with A.B.W.E. in Togo,West Africa Ornament—small woven money basket Information This small woven money basket is made ofdyed palm leaves and is used by African women as a money pouch. They carry it in their waistband oftheir African wraps. Contained within the basket are small strips ofbark which Africans roll into a ball and use as a washcloth. The Morgans are involved in establishing a church in Tsiko,an area and culture steeped in voodoo and Satanism. They also work at the Karolyn Kempton Memorial Christian Hospital in medical evangelism.They are both registered nurses.John is the director ofthe hospital as well as the coordinator ofthe operating room,control supply,and pharmacy services.The Morgans have three children,Sean, 11,Jason,8,and Dani Rae,7. David'72and Becky Hull Nelson'72,serving with A.B.W.E. in Manila,The Philippines Ornament—bamboo star design Information Dave and Becky have served in the Philippines since 1977. The star design is a very popular symbol ofChristmas in The Philippines. Edie Phillips'70.serving with A.B.W.E.in Malumghat, Bangladesh Ornament—wovenjute replica ofa large clayjar Information Although Bangladesh is a land often quite literally flooded with water, most village homes do not have running water so the women and girls must carry all the water their family will need for cooking and drinking from a nearby river. The ornament is a tiny replica ofa kolshoi,the large clay waterjar. It is made ofjute,a plant fiber native to Bangladesh and used to make everything from a strong seaman's rope to beautiful"Persian"carpets for export. As you look at this ornament,remember to pray for the earthen vessels who are bringing Living Water to the homes ofthese people. Edie works at the Malumghat Christian School as a teacher of missionary children. She will be married to Tom Sartor in January 1994.Tom is also an A.B.W.E. missionary appointed to Bangladesh.They plan to return to the field by summer of 1994. Edie will continue her present ministry while Tom disciples men one-on-one through teaching adult literacy and trade skills. Sandra Pratt'86.leader of 1993 Cedarville College MIS nursing team to Brazil Ornament—hand-painted wooden arrow with picture of Brazilian life Germany R.Byron'67 and Elizabeth Ross Shearer'70,leaders of • 1993 Cedarville College MIS team to Zambia Ornament—wooden,carved necklace with carved animals David'70and Evelyn Hare Southwell'70,serving with ,A.B.W.E.,previously as missionaries to Lisbon,Portugal • and currently in Harrisburg,Pennsylvania as the Executive Administrator for South America at A.B.W.E. headquarters Ornament-tetand-painted, molded replica ofa home in Portugal G'77and Nancy Storm,serving amiiteittdr of Scioto Hills ary i aptist Camp,Wheelersburg,Ohio. Ornament—hand-carved wooden bird Information The area Aere the Storms live and work is considered Appalachian America. There are many"down home" country folks who live there with a very southern accent and lifestyle. They are very talented with arts and c ts of all kinds. There are also professional people who at actively involved in business and industry. The Storms serve a very diversified group of adults and young people at Scioto. The ornament was carved and painted by a local country craftsman. Scioto Hills is nestled among the hills ofsouthern Ohio on 135 wooded acres,providing excellent facilities for camping,hiking,and outdoor education. Mark'67 and Beth Ziegler Trimble'67,serving k\ Ith Baptist Mid-Missions in Amazonas,Brazil Ornament—twocarved,hand-painted parrots sitting on stick Information The tail feathers of these binis are made of mussel shells, then painted with lacquer. This is a traditional souvenir of Brazil. Chuck'67 and Bev Truxton,serving with S.I.M. in Nina Ornament--hand-painted,carved purple gourd Michael'83 and Joan Weber Wilcox'82,serving with Pioneers in Lombok,Indonesia Ornament—bamboo replica ofrice harvest storage barns Information This ornament is a replica ofthe traditional Sasak rice harvest storage barns which dot the landscape in Lombok. an island in Indonesia where the Sasak people live. Bangladesh