2005 Miracle Yearbook

Dr. Kimmel gives his "very pretty" wife a chance to speak, and she gains the student body's affection by filling in as their"mother"and giving a little advice. Professor Charles Pagnard holds the attention of three thousand people as he hits the high notes during his performance at Convocation. He noted, "Bible Conferences are so special.You can sense God moving in young lives. It is a blessing and honor to be a part of what He is doing here." Larry East plays the acoustic bassfor the faculty/staff quartet "Four by Grace" as they sing "Lazarus," an original southern gospel song by Dr. Charles Clevenger. Phil McCune and Emmett Robinson help keep the brass section in line. "I've enjoyed Bible conference a lot both years that I've been here. Tim Kimmel was absolutely hilarious, but at the same time. he was insightful and not afraid to talk about controversial issues. Robinson said. Dr. Brown smiles over the newly assembled student body during Convocation He later commented. Convocation is important because it gives us another opportunity to wear our caps and gowns." Paula Thompson,Isaac Pitman and Laura Ransom lead the gathering in song Ransom said. "I love the opportunity to assist in leading worship There is nothing better than hearing the whole chapel resounding with voices of praise singing to Godl To hear afew thousand voices projecting at you is amazing,and I love seeing people's faces as they worship."