HANNIBAL - There is little doubt that Western Culture is quick to follow after idols. Why are we so easily led astray? Eric Turner, assistant professor of New Testament and Greek at Hannibal-LaGrange University, suggests it is because postmodern thinking has masked idols so that we do not recognize them. Turner’s first book, “Hollow Gods: Idolatry in a Postmodern Context,” offers a glimpse into the connections between postmodern culture and its rapid decline into idolatry, providing the … [Read more...]
SBU physical therapy team serves in Haiti
CARREFOUR, Haiti – In an underserved nation like Haiti, if a person experiences any physical impairment, whether mild or life-altering, that person will likely live as though the residual pain and distress is his or her new lot in life. “Conveying the knowledge that there is hope, relief and rehab exercises to encourage healing is huge,” said Dr. Beverly McNeal, professor of physical therapy at Southwest Baptist University and coordinator for SBU’s Physical Therapy Global Health Outreach … [Read more...]
HLGU graduate composes praise
HANNIBAL – It all started with whistling. Thad Fiscella, a 2005 graduate from Hannibal LaGrange University here, can’t remember a time when he couldn’t whistle. His parents say it’s something he picked up at the age of two or three. “Through my early childhood, I can remember whistling tunes in my head all the time, and when people would ask me to whistle, I would just make something up, or improvise a song for them, I didn’t realize at the time I was in a way composing music,” remembers … [Read more...]
HLGU combats nationwide teacher shortage
HANNIBAL – Hannibal-LaGrange University’s Master of Science in Education (MSE) degree offers a teaching certification program that can be completed online in two years or less. Despite a nationwide teacher shortage, “Our program is really helping local schools get certified teachers.” said Dr. Jill Arnold, director of graduate and online programs. “The online MSE Program at Hannibal-LaGrange University and its initial certification program allowed me to leave a job I tolerated for a … [Read more...]
MBCH eyes partnership in Ukraine
BRIDGETON – Trustees for the Missouri Baptist Children’s Home heard various reports during their Jan. 24 meeting, including one that may eventually result in a partnership with a similar organization in Ukraine. The potential partnership came about from connections made by MBCH trustee Greg Morrow while he was on sabbatical in the eastern European country last fall. A representative from New Hope Ukraine will be present at the next MBCH board meeting April 24-25 to further explore how … [Read more...]
Midwestern Seminary launches innovative residential M.Div. Program, Timothy Track
Midwestern Seminary launched a new Master of Divinity track on Feb. 13 with the intent of enabling residential students not only to study for ministry in the classroom, but also to obtain hands-on, in-the-field training as well. The new program, known as Timothy Track, will partner select incoming M.Div. students to serve as interns with local churches during their first two semesters in Kansas City. The intent, according to Midwestern Seminary President Jason Allen, is to give these … [Read more...]
SBU dismisses two students facing child abuse charges
EDITOR’S NOTE: This is a developing story, which will be updated as further information becomes available. BOLIVAR – Southwest Baptist University (SBU) officials here say the university had no direct involvement in an incident that led to charges against two former students after a video surfaced allegedly showing the students hitting a teenager at a group home for children last July. ViaVia Manuma, 24, was charged on one count of child abuse and one count of first-degree assault, … [Read more...]
What will be said when this life is over?
What will be said about you when this life is over? Great question and worthy of evaluation. After all, for believers, we are really citizens of heaven just passing through on our way to an audience with the King of kings. What lingers behind us is the aroma of our testimony through our character and the influence we’ve had on others. The other day an editor friend of mine, Gary Ledbetter, wrote a short column about what people talk about at a person’s funeral (Southern Baptist Texan, … [Read more...]
HLGU reduces tuition for online master’s degree
HANNIBAL – Hannibal-LaGrange University is pleased to announce reduced tuition for its Master of Arts in Leadership degree. “We have reduced our MAL program to be $385 per credit hour. This new per credit hour rate is a savings of over $1900,” stated Dr. Jill Arnold, graduate and online division director. Additional online charges include lab and technology fees. HLGU’s Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL) program is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Missouri … [Read more...]
MBTS honors longtime prof during graduation
KANSAS CITY – Winter’s first blast into the Kansas City area couldn’t hinder the excitement inside the Daniel Lee Chapel on Midwestern Seminary’s campus, as the school held its 60th commencement exercises on Dec. 9. In addition to President Jason Allen’s keynote address and launching 93 of the next generation of pastors, ministers, and missionaries into kingdom service, a longtime professor was also honored in a special way during the service. Prior to his graduation address, Allen … [Read more...]
More than 90 students graduate from SBU
BOLIVAR (SBU) – Ninety-eight undergraduate students graduated from Southwest Baptist University during commencement Friday, Dec. 16, at the Jane and Ken Meyer Wellness and Sports Center on the Bolivar campus. The University holds graduation twice a year, in December and May. SBU President Dr. C. Pat Taylor said commencement is the most important academic event for any university and an important occasion in the lives of graduates and their families. “When our graduates receive their … [Read more...]
SBTC pledges $200,000 gift toward MBTS student center
The Southern Baptists of Texas Convention pledged a $200,000 gift to Midwestern Seminary toward the construction of the Mathena Student Center, bringing total gifts toward the project to nearly $9 million. The total cost of the project is estimated at $12 million. The SBTC Executive Board notified Midwestern Seminary President Jason Allen of its decision following its November 16 meeting. “We cannot be more grateful to the SBTC Executive Board and to Southern Baptists throughout Texas for … [Read more...]
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