Cumberland Today-Summer 01 - University of the Cumberlands

Dr. Jones is a graduate of the
University of Kentucky, Crozer
Theological Seminary, and holds
an earned doctorate from
Colgate Rochester Divinity
School. He has done additional
study at the University of Lagos
in Nigeria and the University of
Ghana at Legon. He holds honorary
doctorates from Benedict
College, Simmons University,
Shaw University, Campbell
University, Evangelical Reformed
School of Theology, Cumberland
Dr. Jones
College, and his alma mater
University of Kentucky.
His first pastorate was the First Baptist Church (Paschal),
Philadelphia, PA, in 1959. As pastor of Bethany Baptist Church,
Brooklyn, NY, Dr. Jones has led his congregation in construction of
a Neo-Gothic edifice, completed in 1967. Bethany Baptist Church
conducts a multi-faceted program with a full-time staff of 27 people.
Committed to the principle that the Church should be free of any
and all external loyalties, Bethany has never sought nor accepted
funds from outside sources. The total program is conducted under
the sole auspices of the Church. Included in the outreach ministries
is a national radio and television ministry.
Correll Brings
Good Tidings
Those in attendance at the
April 2, 2001, Cumberland
College convocation had no idea
what was in store for them as
they prepared to hear Somerset
resident, Ward Correll, address
the audience. After being introduced
by Cumberland College
President, Dr. Jim Taylor, Correll
proceeded to one of his daily
habits. “I tell myself every morning
that ‘I feel happy, I feel
Mr. Correll with a student
healthy, I feel terrific,” and “I can
do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me!’” Correll then
proceeded to offer $1,000 each to the next ten people who could
come to him on stage and repeat those words to him. Little did Mr.
Correll know that his monetary gift and accompanying message
would be such a blessing to so many.
As tears of joy poured down one woman’s face, she thanked Mr.
Correll for his generosity. Because of his selflessness, this woman was
able to pay another month’s rent on her home. One grateful
Cumberland student will be able to use the money to cover the
remainder of his mother’s open-heart surgery bills. Another
Cumberland student, whose family works in mills in his hometown,
will be able to cover unexpected expenses. As this student stated,
“Thanks to your generosity, I will not have to trouble my parents
with my financial situation and will be able to put back some money
for next semester.” Several who received the money plan to use it for
mission work or to give back to mission programs at the College.
Ward Correll currently serves, and in the past has served, as an
officer and director of various companies of which he is the primary
shareholder or owner. These include fast food restaurants, gasoline
stations, convenient stores, shopping centers, health food stores, storage
buildings and land development companies. He was awarded the
2000 Friend of Education Award by the Kentucky School Boards
Association, for his support, contributions and dedicated interest in
the students of his community.
He gives generously of his time and self, helping youth, instilling
and promoting self-worth, positive thinking, family values and
Christian morals. He has literally helped change the lives of generations
of the area’s children.
CUMBERLAND A CCCU MEMBER
Cumberland College was recently welcomed as the 101st
member institution of the Council for Christian Colleges and
Universities (CCCU.)
Founded in 1889, Cumberland has grown to be home of more
than 1600 students. The college offers bachelor degrees in the
arts, sciences, general studies and music, as well as a master’s of
arts in education.
Dr. Bob Andringa, president of the CCCU, affirmed the
recent addition, “Cumberland College is a distinguished addition
to the CCCU membership. Along with its commitment to integrating
faith and scholarship, it has incorporated student work as
part of the distinctive. We are proud to have Cumberland as our
101st member.”
College president Dr. Jim Taylor states, “We are honored to
establish an association with the Council for Christian Colleges
and Universities and affirm our commitment to Christian higher
education. For over 112 years, Cumberland College has been providing
educational opportunities allowing our students to mature
educationally, morally, and spiritually. Our alumni are giving
back to their communities around the world.”
The Council for Christian Colleges and Universities is an association
of the 101 four-year, fully accredited liberal arts institutions
in North America, all with comprehensive curricula rooted
in the arts and sciences. The CCCU exists to advance the cause
of Christ-centered higher education and to help its institutions
integrate scholarship, biblical faith and service.
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