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C O N T E N T S Opening NEW Y O R K ...................................... 14 Portraits........................................... 16 Student Life .......................................46 M inistries........................................... 54 Academics ......................................... 84 Facility ............................................... 96 FLORIDA........................................ 104 Portraits ........................................ 106 Student Life .................................. 110 Ministries...................................... 116 Academics .......................................120 Faculty.......................................... 130 Student Directory ........................... 134 Advertis ing/Ciosing ......................... 142

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And we proclaim Him, admonishing every man and teaching every man with all wisdon, that we may present every man complete in Christ. Andfor this purpose also I labor, striving according to His power, which mightily works

within me. Colossians 1:28, 29

Every year at the Bible Institute, a clay off making the final result a beautiful theme or a challenge is given to the stu- vessel. dent body. This year the theme was Our master Potter starts by pounding '■‘Becoming Complete in Christ.” Colos- out the bumps of our old nature. He then sians 2:10 says, “and in Him you have places us in the center of His hands to been made complete...” For us to be made begin molding us. We may feel like we’re complete in Him, He must mold us and spinning in circles at times but we can be shape us much like a potter does with assured that He is holding us steadily and clay. A potter-starts out by pounding the won’t let us go out of control. He uses His lump of clay on a table into a moldable fingertips to give form to our lives. The shape. Then, putting the lump of clay in tool He uses to make us beautiful is the the very center of his wheel, he starts Word of God. We are not going to be spinning it and positions his hands in a completely finished until we are with Him controlled manner, with no sudden in His presence but if we are willing, He changes, to begin the shaping process. He will mold us and shape us to become uses his fingertips to give the clay form beautiful pieces of pottery more complete and various other tools to cut, smooth, in Him for His glory! -Becky Weeks scrape, give texture, and to cut any excess

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Dr. Wended Colder ". . .1 have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should go and bring forth fruit. . ." —John 15:16

church ministry, thus began the Local Church Evange lism that celebrated 25 years of ministry this year. His is a ministry of old-fashioned Bible preaching declaring that all are sinners and only Christ can save. Lor the past 20 years, Wendell Calder has started out the year at the Word of Life Bible Institute. The students usually come in not knowing what to expect and end up going on a “jolly” ride. No matter what he was teaching he always lived it out with his life. He practiced what he preached. While going through the book of Philippians, he shared how even though he was getting ready to have surgery he found joy in the circumstances and even ended up using his bed as a trampoline. Through his wisdom, trials, and blessings, he has been able to encourage many students and staff. In his years of ministry to follow, he will continue to impact many lives. -Joanna Morton

At the beginning of every quarter, as the students get back from break, classes start with a reminder that with God’s grace we can do anything. Dr. Wendell Calder was born on Campobello Island, New Brunswick, Canada and at a young age he was born again at North Road Baptist Church in Campobello. Knowing that he could do anything with God’s grace, the Sunday after he graduated from New Brunswick Bible Institute he began his pastoral ministry. He served as a pastor for 16 years and during that time he also founded the Woodland Baptist Church in Woodland, Maine. Even with his busy schedule he held a 30 minute radio ministry every week. In 1970, he founded the Living Waters Bible Conference for adults and youth which still continues to grow and be blessed of the Lord today. Dr. Calder felt that the Lord had called him to local

“Wendell Calder is a perfect ex ample of ‘practice what you preach.’ He is a man of God in soul, heart and action. He also lives one day at a time, but also as if there is no tomorrow. He truly is a man modeled by God for His work. I can clearly say he is an excellent role model!” | — Paul Patterson “He gives great challenges with I much information to think about. |i You have to decide what to do j with it.” — Katie Westcomb “He has a way of telling his unfor- tunate experiences in a wonderful | way. He’s anawesome man.” — Stephanie Clark “I love that guy! We scheduled V our trips to Word of Life around ! the times he was going to be here ; to speak!” ; — Bob DeVoe ; “He lives out what he teaches in I Philippians by showing joy in tri als (ie., jumping on his bed before [ operation time)!” <1 — Naomi Cross | “ He relates to us because he’s still |! a kid himself!” 1 — Courtney Bingman . ■■

“Over the years, (Uncle) Dr. Wen dell Calder has been a huge en couragement to me and has play ed a big part in my life! He, and his wife, definitely walk the walk and talk the talk, and you couldn’t find a sweeter couple if you tried! They are consistent all the time, and their walk with God has been a tremendous example to me! Not only is he the best preacher I have ever heard, but they are also two of my ‘Best’ friends! I thank the Lord for them and their whole family and the impact they have made in my life! Thank you!" — BJ Speer “Uncle Wendell has had a great impact on my life. I have sat through innumerable sermons ev er since I can remember. Uncle Wendell has not only impacted me directly, but indirectly as well. It was at his summer camp in Danforth, Maine, where, at the age of seven, I accepted Jesus Christ as my Savior. Then five years later I dedicated my life to His work during a campfire ser vice at the same camp. I can’t quite express the gratitude I have for his godly example and godly impact in my life. Thank you (Uncle) Wendell Calder.” — Chris Snell

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F ounders and Directors “Being Molded To Be More Complete In Christ"

All it takes is a willing heart and submission to the Word of God. That is what the founders and direc tors of Word of Life Fellowship have. God has molded and shaped all of these men into very usable pieces of pottery to be used for His glory. He used them in the founding and directing of an amazing ministry that has been a tool to bring many to a saving knowledge of Christ over the years. Just as their outward appearances have changed over the years, so have their hearts as God has molded and shaped them making them to be more complete in Christ. They have all played a vital role in the

ministry of Word of Life from founding it to di recting it. Numerous ministries have begun under the direction of these men. Some of them include the Bible Institute in New York and Florida, the Island, the Ranch, the Inn, the Family Campground, various oversees ministries, and many more. Sal vation and discipleship of many around the world is what these leaders had in mind when starting these ministries, and they have been faithful to carry through with their purposes. They are very much appreciated and are wonderful testimonies of being willing to yield to the Word of God. — Becky Weeks

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Much like a potter carefully molding a ump of clay into a finished work, God has een forming the life of Joe Jordan into omething beautiful. In 1961, Joe arrived as a camper on Word ofLife Island. One night, under the preaching of Jack Wyrtzen, Joe surrendered his life to the Lord, and at that moment, God began the process of making him complete. The decision Joe made that night was just the beginning. God now had to take him through the slow process of shaping and refining him through years of study in the Word. After graduating from Tennessee Temple University with a BA in Bible and Theology, Joe came on staffas a Word ofLife missionary. At that point, God called hi and his wife to Argentina, where they spent

twenty years serving. During that time, Joe was able to see the ministry grow rapidly. Today there is a Bible Institute with over 560 students, two Word ofLife camps, and many clubs scattered throughout the a nation! God was blessing there, and yet, He still was not done molding Joe. In 1990, Joe came back to the States and was given the office of Senior Vice-President of Ministries. Five years later he became the Director of Word ofLife Fellowship Interna tional. Last year, the torch was passed from George Theis toJoe Jordan, as Joe took over as Executive Director of the worldwide Word of Life ministries and President of the Bible Institute. In addition to this, Joe has been a guest lecturer in New York and Florida for the past several years. Truly, the Potter has turned a lump of clay into a treasured vessel. -Christine Ber wick ^ Pp* I,. a

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Word of Life Bible Institute New Word of Life, oh way up there, On the Isle of Patinos, John saw a light At WOLBI our spirits have taken flight The Life giving Word is given us each day To feed our inner person and guide our way This has been the best year of our lives, Some of us have even found...................? For those of us who couldn’t find a partner We’ll come to second year and try a little harder Out in the middle of the no-where A place created to live and grow To learn how much we didn’t know Thank you WOLBI for your wonderful ministry You have helped us become what God wants us to be. — Anonvmous

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‘“For I know the plans I that havefor you,’ declares the LORD, ‘plans. .to give you afuture and a hope. Jeremiah 29:11

The class of 2000 arrived at Word of Life apprehensive ibout the future. For many, it was their first time away rom home. Questions swirled through their minds: What dnd of roommates will I have? Will the classes be hard? What am I here for? What am I going to do with my life? it’s wonderful to know that, in the midst of all our worries, God knows what He is doing. The Master Potter, He brought each student here to begin, or continue, the

shaping process in their lives. Ministries, classes, work- assignments, and time spent with friends were all includ ed in His design. Through them He was smoothing out the rough spots and beginning to form them into vessels Fit for His service. For the rest of their lives, the students of the First year class will show evidence of the work God has done in them this year: the gentle fingerprints of the Savior upon their hearts. — Christine Berwick

In Memory of Gwendolyn J. Campbell December 16, 1980 - October 9, 1999

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“Gwen” Ton are the one who's been by my side since time began. Wiped off my tears and took me by my fragile hand. I can't see another day that I will ever live; Without your memories here, that t aught me how to five. You were my sunshine when the world aroimd was pouring doum, You showed me smiles and made my laughter take away my frown. Oh, how I valued every moment that I spent with you; And praise the Lord that He has given me a friend Me you, — Angela Berry

I can't really say everything tint I feet She knew wfiatl would say Before I did, and she senscd what was wrong without me even telling her. She read my face. She knew my heart. Always Believing me. Always telling me what was right, even when it was something 1 didn't want to hear. She didn't judge me, she took one day at a time to learn tvho I was. I always refused to see the rairiclouds... so she carried the umbrella atuf walked' with me through the rough times. She taught me a lot that nobody else could or would have, lam proud of her. — Rachel Canatella

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Carmen Aguilera

Jason Allaire

Jessica Alien

Corinne Andersen

Kevin Achter

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Teresa Appleby

Christopher Balint

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Jennifer Beaumont

Jared Beebe

Carrie Beggs

Katie Belanger

Adeie Benner

Jennifer Benson

Deborah Berruti

Larry Berna

Angela Berry

Christine Berwick

April Besse

Courtney Bingman

Dorothv Blake

Jennifer Bishop

Joy Blumenschein

Samuel Bodlien

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Shamala Boice

Gregg Boonstra

Sally Bosaw

Carl Boyer

James Boyle

Jaroslaw Brvcko

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Michael Brown

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Benjamin Campbell

Jeffrey Cale

Rebecca Byard

Richard Burnau

Dennis Bush

James Charlebois

Katrina Chapin

Stephanie Carr

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Elizabeth Chavka

David Chlad

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Martin Christophel

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Amy Considine

Angela Coon

Richelle Coraza

Steven Cottle

Jenelle Cox

Michael Cramer

Joshua Crans

Andrew Cross

Naomi Cross

Karen Cruz

Lori D’Augostine

Steven Darling

Gretchen Davis

Jennie Davis

Maridy Davis

Timothy Davis

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Stephen Dawdy

Sara Dav

John Desmarais

Amanda Dowhen

Brian Dregits

Carol Dewitt

Robert Dewitt

Melinda Oesterling

Robert Devoe

Matthew Dunn

Ryan Dusharm

Emily Drexler

Lonnie Duckett

Jennefer Dudley

Jared Durieux

Heather Echevarria

Zechariah Easton

Meagan Eaton

Kristy Ebrahim

David Eads

Julie Eagan

Andrew Emmerson

Martin Fern

Jordan Evans

Donald Eger

Sylvia Eger

Luke Eggert

Katie Fox

John Fox

Andrea Fisher

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Harold Gant

Eric Fry

Karen Frost

Sara Frantz

Peter Fox

Kelly Colder

Tricia Goble

Candace Gille

Jennifer Goble

Silas Gibbs

Daniel Gehring

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Timothy Groff

Jeffrey Groff

Nathanael Greene

Timothy Gosselin

Heidi Gonzales

Luke Harris

Ryan Hansen

Kelli Hansen

Jessica Ham Elizabeth Hannah

Joshua Henderson

Amy Henderson

Andrew Heinsen

Jessica Heikkinen

Lucas Hayden

Thomas Hauen

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Nancy Hibbard

Nathan Houx

April Hudson

Ernie Howder

Travis Huber

Scot Hoskins

Aaron Holmes

Rita Hurlev

Jennifer Hutchins

Daniel Hurn

Jonathan Irvine

Donald Isely

Sandra Iskra

Mi-M Jeon

Donna Jennings

Cyrus Jipson

Andrew Johnson

Troy Johnstone

Brevanna Jones

Mieah Jones

Stephen Kauffman

Alissa Juarez

Kelly Kearney

John Keene

Jonathan Kellev

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Tanna Kiahd

Jacob Kesling

Jennifer Keves

Sarah Keliv

Janet Kesel

Arthur Kirsanov

James Knoblauch

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Melinda Kimble

Kelly Kinney

Paula L'Heureux

Yuko Kuromoto

Mary Kowalski

Joel Kovacs

David Kocaj

Natsuko Kouno

Jamie Lawhorne

George Lawson

Maria Lander

Bethany Labbe

Kevin Lager

Samantha Lambert

Thomas Lee

Ruthann Lee

Matthew Leahy

Stacv Leaman

Kyung-Yun Lee

Joshua Leach

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Amie Linanien

Eve Liebermann

Edwin Lindsey

Meredith Li1ey

Kim Lehmann

Robert Leszyk

Justin Loiocono

Caroline Lotti

Joshua Locy

Ryan Liscom

James Lockwood

Jody Little

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Elisabeth Lyons

Frank MacAdams

Todd Lvnn

Sarah Lutz

Michael Luciano

Julia Loux

Jennifer Martin

Laura Martelle

Sharon Marshall

Kerah Marion

Hannah Mansfield

Robin Mallard

Aaron Maurer

Bryan Mattingly

Athena Mastroianni

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Marcus McGinn

Melanie McKito

Julie McAulev

Christie McDowall

Stephen Messinger

Gregory Michaud

Joshua Miller

Jason Mellinger

Cynthia Mendes

Rachael Mendes

Jason Millican

Matthew Miner

Rebecca Miller

Carie Molloy

Danielle Minutolo

Michael Miller

Chad Moran

Joanna Morton

Chelsea Mowrey

James Nasraan

Jill Musselman

Kathv Musser

BetsyJo Navarro

Aimee Neild

Dennis Nelson

Elizabeth Nelson

Heather Nelson

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Jessica Nihiser

Rebecca Nirdlinger

Elisha Nix

Katie O’Brien

Kevin O’Malley

Teresa Oberst

Christy Oestreicher

Julie OlTerman

James Oliver

Michael Oliver

Dawn Oostdyk

Jennifer Orell

Colleen Owen

Timothy Parent

Christina Parker

John Parker

Gloriann Patrick

Joshua Pedersen

Rebekah Pemberton

Elmer Penner

Stephanie Patterson

Donna Paulsen

Nicholas Pavlik

Megan Piatt

Julie Poe

Debralee Perrin

Andrew Peterson

Shaun Phillips

Sally Penning

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Michelle Port

Jessica Preusser

Judeska Pronker

Shereel Pronker

Derek Proulx

Sonya Quiet

Melissa Raby

Kristi Radobenko

Nathan Raiche

Renee Raiche

Vijay Rajwani

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Rob Rasmussen

Amy Rattin

Matthew Redfield

Christina Ramev

William Redmond

Jennifer Reed

James Reff

Roxanne Reinehach

Amanda Reiseg

Susan Rendel

Derek Rhodes

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Jason Risser

Leslie Rismiller

Erin Ricker

Joanna Rinaldi

Sarah Romano

Olga Romanenko

Duane Rogers

Ryan Robinson

Anne Rock

Jennie Robertson

Amy Rowlands

Rebecca Rudy

Jennifer Rowland

Michael Roush

Michael Rome

Kendra Sanford

Todd Scheie

Michael Sanderson

Adam Rushlow

Bonnie Ryder

Daniel Selph

Mark Sergeant

Gina Seaman

Susanne Seibel

Paul Schmucker

Marc Schmucker

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Andrew Shipley

Jaime Short

Arnold Shultz

Rebecca Simons

Suzanne Simpson

Jacquelyn Smith

Christopher Snell

Joshua Somers

Heather Sparks

B.J, Speer

William Spier

Dana Stacy

Kathryn Stairs

Christopher Stamatis

Christy Stanton

Elisabeth Staudinger

Amanda Steele

James Steele

Matthew Stephens

Jeremiah Stewart

Thane Samson

Adam Stout

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Brian Tooley

Nathan Taylor

Craig Teitsma

Nicole Trabes

Tiffany Trask

Jo Ann Troiieillito

Jeannie Truesdale

John Truxell

Christopher Turner

Joshua Unruh

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Benjamin Whitney

Mary' Williamson

Tara Wills

Wioletta Wokczynska

Daniel Workman

Timothy Wright

Ruth Yates

Emi Yokota

Cassandra Young

Jonathan Young

Timothy Zaugg

Carra Zeigler

Curt Zenk

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Charles Emrick Pamela Weldner

Rebecca Anello Ryan Davis Caleb Delich

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Timothy Zook

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Kristi Achilles

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Lisamarie Chiriso

★ Mandy Berger

★ Ron Arnold

Aaron Kingsbury

Kevin Judefch

★ Mary Beth Ingalla

★ Nicole Harris

★ Nick Cox

Danielje Daniel

Melody Rahme

★ Sherri Pratt

★ Jamie Paquin

Ron Martinez

★ Alexandre Mendes

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Jeffrey Briggs

Mike Brummel

Chad Bums

Heather Butcher

Caroline Cahoon

David Carter

Ryan Casavant

Laura Christ

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Adam Cook

Douglass Cooper

Deborah Clement

Morgan Close

Leslie Cousins

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Dennis D'Augostine

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Richard De Groat

Derick Dickerhoof

Vladislav Donat

Shawn De Alley

Aimee Dowdy

Daniel Doyle

Rebekah Edilson

Wendi Eelman

Michael Eaton

Rebecca Evans

Amy Finch

Tucker France

Nicole Galley

James Glidden

Stacey Gordon

William Gray

Timothy Griffin

David Guy

Christine Gwyn

Timothy Gwyn

William Hagie

Nathan Hand

Amee Haneman

Amy Hartley

James Hartwig

Eric Hicks

Satoshi Hirayama

Michelle Holt

Alicia Horkev

January Hyatt

Akemi limura

Bradley Jenkins

Rebecca Johnson

Jonathan Jones

Kristv Jones

Erik Juntti

Kristi Kahl

Christopher Kelly

Aaron Kendrick

Sarah Kenoyer

Daniel Kissinger

Julia Knight

Ryuichiro Koinuma

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Chris Osborne (Vice President), Herwig Lamb (Missions Presi dent), Cheryl Davidson (Secretary). Jonathan Jones (President), Dennis D’Augustine (Chaplin)

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Tamara La Croix

Nicole Lalli

Herwig Lamb

Natalie Laney

Lisa Leonard

Michael Lundin

Karen Lvons

Soveida Macbeth

Cara Mace

Jennifer Maguire

Andrew Mater

Wayne Marquess

Nicola Mello

Otto Mendez

Nathan Miles

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Deborah Moon

Nathan Miller

Satoshi Mizukami

Sheri Morrill

Jonathan Moms

Gregory Motte

Elizabeth Mullen

Kendell Murray

Wendy Myszkiewicz

Stefanie Nelson

Wesley Nepomuceno

Julie Nicholls

Kensuke Nishimura

Melanie O’Neill

Thomas Obunde

Louis Ordile

Christopher Osborne

Marc Palmieri

Todd Paris

Rebecca Park

Elizabeth Parker

Amy Peters

Michael Petz

Scott Phillips

Meegan Pratt

Alicia Preast

Jacklvn Rondini

Kristin Rucco

Peter Ruffo

Amanda Sabourin

Allison Schaaf

Christopher Scoggins

Erin Shoemaker

Jenel Slonaker

Carl Sauter

Peter Smith

Bradley Smith

Christopher Smith

Jessica Smith

Rebecca Smith

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Rebecca Weeks

Joseph Yates

Jayme Wilson

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Kyle Whipple

Heidi Wetzold

Katie Westcomb

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Where's our heat?’" Leilani Underhile (L) and Rachelle Sprankell (R)

Second year 'cheerleaders’: (Top L-R) Stacey Gordon. Julia Knight. (Bottom L-R) Lauren MacBeth, Alicia Horkey.

Jonathan (L) and David (R), like their Biblical counterparts, are the best of friends.

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Wait! Stop! I don't know that one! (Carl Sauter)

The truth of the Student Life Center (Jail?) Interns! (Left to right: Nathan Hand, Jayme Wilson, Brad Smith, Wendi Eelman, Becky Weeks, Stacey Gordon.)

Cherith Bigler................................Athletics Shallon Boice...............................Costumes Scott Curey .................. Youth Reachout Cheryl D avidson................ HealthCenter Shawn DeAtley ............................. Ranch Anthony Dephue.............................O.A.E. Rvan Dusharm.................................... FoodServ Mike Eaton ...........................Food Service Wendi E elm an............................. Alumni Phil Finch ................................Admissions Amy Finch...........................Health Center Tucker France.......................Foodservice Nicole Galley.....................................Jack’s Stacey Gordon . . . Advisor Appointments Nathan Hand...................................Drama James Hartwig..............................Grounds Michelle Holt............ Camp Registration Chris K elly.......................................... FoodServ Dan Kissinger ....................................Tech Jared Krider...........................Maintenance Natalie Laney....................................Pantry Mike Lundin................................Athletics Karen Lyons......................................Pantry Wayne M arquess........................... Floors Nathan Miller .......................................Art John Morris.....................................Bakery Kendall M urray................ Housekeeping James N asm an.................................... FoodServ Marc Palmieri....................Transportation Beth Parker...............................Academics Carl Sauter.........................................Music Brad Smith..................Student Activities Chris Smith.......................................Island Becky Weeks..............................Yearbook Katie Westcomb.....................Admissions Jayme Wilson..............Work Assignments

Wendi Eelman and her Alumni secretary!

Shallon Boice using her makeup skills!

Made up a test lately? (Beth Parker)

The Scullery! Back row from left to right: James Nasman, Chris Kelly, Ryan Dusharm, John Morris, Mike Eaton. Front row: Karen Lyons, Natalie Laney, Tucker France.

Work Assignments

Utensil Sanitation Crew taking time to pose. (L to R: Arthur Kirsanov,

James Glidden, Cyrus Jipson)

“Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men.” Colossians 3:23

Pizza, Pizza!!! (L to R: Mary Kowalski, Shereel Pronker, Athena Mastroianni, Roxanne Reinebach.)

What the Housekeeping girls do in their free time! (Cart: Twila Zimmerle; Pushing L to R: Erin Ricker, Melanie McKito.)

Trash, trash and more trash! (Justin Batz)

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Valentine's Banquet February 14 was right around the corner. The kitchen was working hard to get everything ready for the annual Valentine’s Banquet. Girls were trying on dresses to make sure they still Fit (and that they were approved) and the guys had already ordered their flowers and picked them up. A few of the students even had a “special guest” from back home come. . .but when Monday came around the roads were icy, schools close by were canceled. . .and so was the long awaited Banquet. Even though it was a day late the excitement was still in the air, after classes and a few hours to get ready Tuesday afternoon, everyone started heading for the Inn. Once everyone got to there everything was great. After the meal and dessert everyone went back to the

Auditorium where Ric Garland challenged the students and staff to go for that which is excellent and not settle for anything less than that. After the meeting some of the students stayed at the Inn to play various games, pool or swim; while the rest of the students returned to the Bible Institute where the Dime Carnival and Coffee House was going on. It was a beautiful night that many will remember for days to come, whether they went accompanied by that special someone or whether it was just a group of close friends. But most of all that night we were reminded that no matter how much we may love those around us there is someone who loves us more than we will ever be able to imagine and His name is Jesus! — Joanna Morton

Dave Huebner seems to have never had a better time than playing the queen in the “King and I.”

Ellen Garland shares about the day Ric walked into her office and offered her a handful of green M&Ms.

Scott Hall, Sarah Kenoyer,Phil Storer, Julia Knight, and Kendra Cyphert show everyone exactly how the “Do those in the kitchen still had a great Be Do Da” should be sung. tlme of fellowship.

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Tim and Kim Carter finally found a place to sit and relax after a long day of preparation.

We can never replace a friend. When someone is fortunate enough to have several, he finds they are all different. No one has a double in friendship.

All things come to him who waits. But remember they come much more quickly to him who goes out to see where she is.

Jared Durieux, Lukas Hayden, and Karl Hoffman shared music at the Coffee House.

Ron Martinez and Lisa Leonard.

Mr. DeGroft is moved to tears to hear his wife The dedicated dishpit guys give up a pleasant evening so that ask him to be his they won’t miss a single opportunity of working in the pit. “sweetheart.”

Mr. and Mrs. Schenke. . .what more need I say!

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fulfilling their campus supervision responsibilities a cou ple times each month, handing in and picking up “the envelope” every weekday, and seeing the results of their unique ministry! They are a very big part of the Bible Institute. God molds each one into beautiful pieces of pottery so that He may use them in the lives of many students! — Becky Weeks

The R.A.’s fill a very important role at the Word of fe Bible Institute. They not only help out with rule forcement but they also play an important part in the iristian discipleship process. They were taught in the A. elective how to provide biblical counseling, advice, couragement, and much more. The joys of being an A. include staying up after lights out when someone eds to talk, handing out those little white blessings,

Amanda Dowhen (L) & Allison Schaaf taking time out of their busy RA lives to pose.

ck row left to right: Amy Hartley, Michelle Holt, Alison Schaaf, Julie Walsh, Amanda Dowhen, Kendall array, Nicole Galley, Natalie Laney. Middle Row: Katie Westcomb, Laura Christ, Beth Hannah, Stacey lordon, Mandy Davis, Heather Butcher, Beth Parker, Mary Kowalski, Jenee Fetterhoff, Julie Nicholls. (Font Row: Rita Hurley, Jenny Hutchins, January Hyatt, Wendi Eelman, Elisha Nix, Aimee Dowdy, nnie Colwell.

ura Christ practicing time magement by “killing two 'ds with one stone."

Back row left to right: Mike Eaton, Phil Ferrari, James Hartwig, Carl Hoffman, Nathan Miller, Adam Cook. Middle row: Wayne Marquess, Curt Zenk, Joe Yates, Troy Johnstone, Dan Doyle, Chris Osborne, Jacob Kesling. Front row: Tucker France, Jonathan Jones, Martin Fern, Mike Minor, Nathan Hoffman, Rob Beller. (Not shown: Lou Ordile)

THANKSGIVING BANQUET I Give Thee Humble Thanks

George Theis motivates the student body during his closing remarks to give thanks.

“Enter His gates with thanksgiving, And His courts with *.*.• . ' .* ' . * / / / ''/■* ' yM '//' * M’! . />'«* praise. Give thanks to Him; bless His >> name. Psalms 100:4

Does a neighbor help a little, As along the way you go- Heip to make your burden lighter? Then why not tell him so!

Does a handclasp seem to lift you From the depth of grief and woe. When an old friend shares your sorrow? Then why not tell him so!

Does your Heavenly Father give you fj Many blessings here below? Then on bended knee before Him Frankly, gladly, tell Him so! — Geraldine Searfoss

Above: There’s nothing like a bunch of Turkeys working in dishpit Left: Second Year Turkey Bowlers “peace out” after winning the big game!

Above: First year girls are determined to stop Second year (even if that includes Heather Butcher). Left: By looking at their faces you would never have guessed that these First year girls were defeated.

Above: Who would have guessed that these tur keys knew how to ref a game. Left: At the end of the Powder Puff both First and Second year united in a triumphal pyramid. Far Left: The Second year cheerleading squad leads the crowd in a rousing cheer!

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Back Row (L-R): Mel- ody Rahme, Otto Mendez, Sheri Mor rill, Ryuichiro Koinu- ma, Nathan Houx. Middle Row: Jamie Paquin, Terry Jones, Eric Hicks," Adam Cook, Ron Arnold. Front Row: Heather Finstad, Krisstel Me int e l , Mi l l ie Aguilera, Angie JVIon- schein, Heather Butcher.

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Back Row (L-R): Julie McAuley, Richard Burnau, Rober t DeWitt, Donald Eger, Sylvia Eger. Paul Gil- le, Kevin O’Malley, Erik Juntti, Travis Huber, Charles Smith, Todd Paris, Robert Devoe, Pam Weldner, Rebecca Anello, Dan Anello. Middle: Racheal Bur nau, Carol DeWitt, Ja net Kesel, Tom Phil lips, Thomas Obunde, Arnold Schultz. Front: George Law- son, David Kocaj, Dwayne Berna, James Lockwood.

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First Year: Back Row: (L to R) Jennifer Beaumont, Emi Yokota, Olga Romanenko, James Oliver, Wioletta Wokczynska, Jaroslaw Brycko, Thomas Hauen, Arthur Kirsanov, Nicole Trabes, Caroline Lotti, Troy Johnstone. Jennifer Campbell, Rebecca Anello, Dan Anello, Elmer Penner. Middle Row: Natsuko Kono, Debralee Perrin, Young-Eun Kim. Front Row: Mi-Li Jeon, Kyung-Yun Lee, Kathrine Stairs, Naomi Cross, Jenny Hutchins, Kathy-June Guptill, C.J. McDowell, Jessica Heikkinen, Stephanie Foster, Sarah Westcott.

Violet Wokczynska (L) and Kimiko Takahashi (R).

Second Year: Back Row: (L to R) Rvuichiro Koinuma, Kimiko Takahashi, Vladislav Donat. Herwig Lamb, Satoshi Hirayama. Front Row: Kensuke Nishimura, Nicola Mello, Chie Tanaka, Akemi Iimura, Satoshi Mizukami, Izumi Kusaka, Jacklyn Rondini, Thomas Obunde.

Young-Eun Kim and Mi-Li Jeon

Apocalypse “The Apocalypse? No, I don’t think there’s going to be an Apocalypse. I mean, if there is one, there’s nothing really I can do about it.” “I saw the movie, Apocalypse Now.. .something about the ending of the world or something.” Such is the world in which we live and minister. It is not an easy task to reach people with a message that is not taken seriously, as if Revelation is merely a mythological allegory. But the team of Apocalypse and After is deter mined to impact each audience member. Whether it be for a salvation or dedication decision, one cannot leave a performance unaffected. With a cast and crew that totals about 50, the group

functions like a family and is constantly learning more about the sovereignty of the Heavenly Father. The story, centered around the rapture and tribulation, follows Nathan as he deals with the “disappearance” of his wife. Nathan comes face to face with the Antichrist and is forced to see the consequences of his unbelief in Jesus Christ as his Savior from sin. For the non-believer, the end of the story is condemning, yet the children of God rejoice. They know that Jesus is Lord of all, and that they are co-heirs with Christ! Praise the Lord for such a ministry as this, and for the great and marvelous things He has done in and through those involved. — Alicia Horkey

Kyle: Please, not the mascara brush, anything but that!

Antichrist (Chris Osborne) is a very persuasive speaker.

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Above: Kyle Gray takes a nap on the bus. Bottom: Becky Smith ages fifty years in five minutes under the mas terful hand of Kinga Vickery.

Chris, Dave, Dan and Kyle all try to jump onto the bus before they are ’’left behind.”

Listen to the angel (Bert Britt) sing!

Snow Camp, one the most exciting events of the year. As the first week approached many were getting worried that this first weekend of Snow Camp was going to be a snowless one. For the first time this year Word of Life used a snow maker (to make snow). But by the third weekend there was over 17 inches of snow! Students were able to use the talents they had and develope new skills. The Saturday Seminar was “Integrity,” the thought of what to do when no one is watching. The Word of Life students worked as coun selors and had to prepare a 20 - 25 minute Sunday School lesson on Judges 7:1-8, the incredible story of how God

used Gideon to defeat an entire Midianite army with only 300 men, because he had great faith. The Main Event followed the opening rally and many outdoor games were played. Following the Main Event was the guys and girls Volleyball tournament. During the weekend evenings and afternoons, many activities went on, such as the Ice Chute, Tube Hill, Human Bobsled, Climbing Wall, and many others! After the weekend was over the campers were given a survey, and one of their favorite parts of the weekend was their Counselor! Every weekend, many de cisions and dedications were made for Christ and that was the most exciting part of snow camp. — BJ Speer

“Then the Lord said to Gideon, “By the three hundred men who lapped, I will save you. and deliver the Midianites into your hand. Let all the other people go, every man to his place.” Judges 7:8

Men’s Bask It’s amazing how a little round ball can be used by God as an awesome avenue to open doors for ministry oppor tunities. While being both physically and spiritually chal lenged, these young Word of Life Bible Institute men have proven themselves successful both on and off the court. They were a competitive team while at the same time maintained their composure and Christ-like atti tude. God gave the team many chances to share tes timonies and the gospel with players and fans alike. Some

came to know Christ through this exciting ministry, and many seeds were planted and entrusted to God for the harvest. Much of the team’s fellowship and encourage ment has occurred in the van while traveling, making their unity stronger for Christ's holy name. All honor and glory be to our Lord Jesus Christ for allowing these athletes to be used by Him and for Him while enjoying the wonderful sport of basketball. — April Besse and Chie Tanaka

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The men gather for prayer during class breaks.

Front Row (L-R): Timothy Gosselin, Nathan Hoffman, Agustin Vega, Jordan Evans, Chris D. Turner, Ryan Liscom. Back Row: Lyell Hartwell, Michael Lundin, Joshua Locy, Jonathan Young, Nicholas Pavlik, Ryan Davis, John Fox, Joshua Pedersen.

Top: There’s nothin’ better than hangin’ with the coach. Bottom: Ready? Paper, Rock Scissors.

Jordan Evans, Jonathan Young, Lyell Hartwell, Tim Gosselin: Nice hair, Tim

Women’s Basketbafc The women's basketball team was an exciting ministry for thirteen young women who used their God given talents for the furtherance of the gospel. These ladies competed against local highschools and colleges. The aim of the team was not about scoring points, but about winning souls for Christ. Just as a city upon a hill cannot be hid, these girls were aware that their Christ-like at titude was a light to the darkness of lost souls around

them. The strength of their ministry was found in striving together for their common goals, leaning on one another when one becomes weak, and using the Christian's most powerful tool, prayer. They found themselves coming together between classes to praise their Saviour and ask Him to continue giving them the courage to be good Christian soliders and a bright light for others to see. — April Besse and Chie Tanaka

Shereel Pronker encourag ing Liz Mullins to “lighten up”after the game.

Front row from L-R: Sisteen Chritian, Deborah Joy Moon, Leslie Cousins, Amanda Dowhen. Middle row: Kimiko Takahashi, Sarah Frantz, Athena Mastroianni, Alicia Taylor, Elizabeth Mullen, Roxanne Reinebach, Coach Rachel Foreman. Back row: Heidi Wetzold, Shereel Pronker, Coach Lyell Hartwell

Above: Did somebody say Mac Donald’s? Bottom: There s nothing like a good wholesome snack after a hard game!

Who wants to be like Michael Jordan when you can be like Rudolph!?

C hilaren’s Bible Feuowshi Children’s Bible Fellowship is an organization with two camps, Camp Joy and Camp Hope, located about an hour outside of New York City. This year four groups from the Word of Life Bible Institute made the journey to Camp Joy to be used of God in the lives of not only children but people of all ages! Different ministry opportunities included cleaning, repairing, and painting Camp Joy, open air evangelism, door-to-door evange lism, visiting kids at their homes as follow up, weekend

retreats for kids and giving bagged lunches or clothes to the homeless. The teams were all introduced to the city on one of the First nights through the infamous “Exposure Trips” where some stops were made at the F.A.O. Schwartz toy store, China Town, the Staten Island Ferry and other places. The weeks were filled with ministry and the end result was changed lives and hearts, rescued souls and spiritual growth in the lives of the team members! — Becky Weeks

CBF-B Back row L to R: Chris Stamatis,Marc Pal- mieri. Wendi Eelman, Adam Cook. Middle row: Becky Weeks, Mandy Landry. April Besse, Angie Monschein. Bottom row: Sarah Lutz, Emily Drexler, Natalie Laney.

CBF-A L to R: Katrina Dery, Jamie Kreps, Heather Butcher, Michelle Port, Michael Cramer, Sheri Morrill. Karen Lyons, Nathan Houx. Sandi O'Donnell. Jen Orell, Jennifer Campbell.

CBF-C Back row L to R: Michael Zulanky, Nicole Galley, Amanda Steele, Kathryn Stairs, Krista Bryant, Middle row: Stacey Gordon, Sarah Romano, Akemi Iimura. Front row: Wesley Nepomuceno

great week of fellowship and the time

spent with the children.

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