Torch, Summer 2002

Visit www.cedarville.edu to share your prayer requests regarding America’s continuing war on terrorism. Photo by Sue Chasnov Photo by Sue Chasnov 4 8 About Our Cover S ummer 2002 V OLUME 24 , N UMBER 2 Comfort zones can be useful as a haven from the stresses of routine existence. Most of us retreat to a favorite chair, sofa, or other place to unwind. But, when comfort zones create barriers in relationships, we lose the capability to play a role in God’s transformation process. Compassion in the Classroom 4 Campus News 16 Another record class graduated at the recent commencement. New facilities are under construction, changing the face of the campus again. Another landmark facility gets extensive renovations—and a new name. Read about these happenings and more in Campus News. Confronting Conflict Outside the Comfort Zone 8 Has the church lost its position of influence in modern culture? If so, how and why? More importantly, what can be done to reclaim that position? It may not be as simple—or as complex—as you may think. Features The Emotional Comfort Zone 2 Living out our theme of “Transforming Culture with Christlike Compassion” in the real world can be a scary challenge. This issue looks at several of those challenges from both personal and professional perspectives. Operating with biblical compassion in a secular environment can be a terrific challenge. Yet, the future may provide Christians their greatest opportunity in decades to affect the educational environment. Summer 2002 / TORCH 3