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Daniel ('06) and Natalie ('05) left for Sudan on Friday, Jan. 12, for a three-month stint with Cush4Christ, a mission of the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America. |
Both recent Geneva grads, the Farises will spend three months working alongside a team of Reformed Presbyterian missionaries living in Aweil, Sudan. Along with exploring the possibility of joining the team on a long-term basis, the couple will put their individual talents to use.
Daniel will help construct a home for a missionary family and conduct one-on-one ministry with men in the area. Natalie, an independent linguistics major, will teach English classes as well as build friendships with the women.
Heading for the mission field hasn't come as a completely foreign concept to the Farises.
"We have both had a number of overseas short-term experiences that God has used in our hearts and lives to cultivate a global vision for Christ's kingdom," Natalie said. "We had thought that perhaps someday we might serve overseas. But as we began to consider the specific areas of need and ideal stages of life for exploring such possibilities, we soon realized that there is no time like the present."
As a Bible professor who had both Daniel and Natalie in class during their years at Geneva, Dr. Jonathan Watt said their decision to go to Sudan demonstrates "thinking in the classroom translated into hands-on action and life decisions that include both sacrifice and risk".
"I'm both pleased and humbled by it, because I have a sense of what someone is giving up to do this," Watt said. "They have received much from family, friends and institutions, and now they're going to be giving much."
As they packed up last week for the trip — everything from a tent they will live in to a wind-up flashlight and a solar lantern in place of electricity — the Farises said they expect God to do great things even as they face many unknowns.
"The most reassuring thing is that we are only jars of clay (2 Corinthians 4:7), and that it's all about God's strength and not ours," Natalie said. "Going to such an extreme place will remove all doubt of that, should we or anyone else be tempted to think we can do it on our own. It is God's work, done only through his strength, only for his glory."
Daniel, who completed his history major at Geneva just a month ago, said he and Natalie rest on the assurance that Christ will continue to grow and extend his Church to the ends of the earth.
Galbreath garners 600 victories
Geneva women stretch win streak to seven
Look no further than College Hill if you're looking for the hottest team in the American Mideast Conference.
Geneva honored Ron Galbreath, head coach of the women's basketball team, last week after Galbreath reached his 600th career victory. Under his direction, the Lady GTs have seen a strong 11-2 season so far, recording their seventh-straight win Thursday night. Pictured left to right at the Jan. 11 ceremony celebrating the 600-win mark are Vice President of Academic Affairs Ken Carson, President Ken Smith, Galbreath, Dean of Student Development Joy Jewell and Athletic Director Geno DeMarco.
Geneva's women's basketball team continued to roll last week with a convincing 73-53 victory over Point Park. Marking their seventh straight victory, the GTs improved their record to 11-2 overall during the game.
"We pride ourselves on solid defense," said Galbreath, who was recognized for recently reaching his 600th career victory. "I was very pleased with our effort defensively tonight."
In his fifth year heading the women's team at Geneva, Galbreath previously coached the men's team at Westminster. Since joining Geneva's program, Galbreath's GTs have seen their highest winning percentage ever. But looking back at his 35 years coaching, Galbreath said it's something else that stands out.
"You don't really think of yourself and the accomplishments," he said. "You think about all the players, assistant coaches and family members along the way. Five years ago I was a basketball coach without a team, and it was Dr. Jack White and Geno DeMarco who gave me the opportunity to coach at Geneva."
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James 5:16
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Other prayer meetings also take place regularly on campus, including the Aberdeen Prayer Meeting that now meets from 7:45-8:30 a.m. each Thursday in Northwood 009.
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College names new public relations director
Cheryl Johnston was hired this month as Geneva's new director of marketing services and public relations.
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First 'Family Matters' in mailboxesGeneva alumni and friends are finding Geneva's first Family Matters newsletter in the mail this month.
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Name a nominee
State's top teacher to speak
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Each year the Alumni Association selects Distinguished Service Award recipients, and Geneva's alumni office is currently seeking nominations. <<more>>
Of college students and coffee
Two new coffee shops have found their niche at Geneva.
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A time to tear down
The year 2007 is underway, and so is construction at Geneva College. <<more>>
Geneva will host the Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13.
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Geneva's career-development services aren't just for current students.
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Curtis mentioned in magazine
A book by Dr. Byron G. Curtis, associate professor of biblical studies, was recently listed in The Chronicle of Higher Education.
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Family time
February is kicking off with Family Weekend, featuring everything from a Broadway Revue performance to basketball games.
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Seminary president scheduled for lecture
The J.G. Vos Memorial Lecture on Feb. 15 will highlight Dr. Peter Lillback, president and professor at Westminster Theological Seminary.
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Saying thanks
This year's Public Safety Appreciation Dinner will honor local police and fire personnel as well as longtime Director of Security Bob Jones.
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- June 11-21 -- Scotland & Ireland Trip
- April 20-21 -- Alumni Weekend
- Sept. 29 -- Homecoming 2007
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