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CCU514Volume 3 Issue 2 Summer 2007Schedule ACampus VisitToday!Music & WorshipPreaching MinistryEducationBusiness ManagementChildren’s MinistryYouth MinistryHistoryBiblical StudiesPsychologyCommunication ArtsAnd More!Apply Today!CCU gives you a highereducation that prepares youfor serving Christ whereverHe may lead.1.800.949.4CCUwww.CCUniversity.eduCCU514“You arethe light of the world.A city on a hillcannot be hidden.”Matthew 5:14CREATIVE DIRECTORJennifer MeissnerCONTRIBUTORSFran AndersonDr. David FaustMark KoernerWally RendelPRESIDENTDr. David FaustVICE PRESIDENT FORMARKETING RELATIONSFran AndersonOn the Cover: See p.10(Photo Credit: Jennifer Meissner)CCU514, the magazine for alumni andfriends of Cincinnati Christian University,is published three times a year and has acirculation of over 19,000.Send address changes to:Advancement Offi ceadvancement@CCUniversity.eduSend other correspondence to:marketing@CCUniversity.eduorEditor, CCU514Cincinnati Christian University2700 Glenway AvenueCincinnati, OH 45204Visit our website at:www.CCUniversity.eduReproduction of CCU514 in whole or in part withoutwritten permission is prohibited.Building Christian leadersone person at a time.Cincinnati Christian University is an equal opportunityinstitution and does not discriminate on the basis ofrace, color, age, sex, or national or ethnic origin.

An Interview withCandy FaustThe first lady of CCUBY FRAN ANDERSON6 CCU514 | SUMMER 2007

Do you currently work outside the home?I am a Registered Nurse. I work part-time at HealthyBeginnings, a Christian organization that worksin partnership with the Pregnancy Care Centers inCincinnati.Tell us a little about your family and hobbies.Dave and I have three grown children: Matthew,28, Michelle, 27, and Melinda, 23, and a son-in-law,Charles, who is a medical doctor. We also have twoprecious granddaughters, Abbie, 4 and Kayla, 2. I loveto take walks, play the piano, and spend time with myfamily.What is your favorite Bible verse?I have many, but Micah 6:8 says it all—it reminds meto simply “walk humbly with my God.”What is your background?I was raised in a Christian home, for which I am trulythankful. I grew up in New York where my father was aminister, and our family worked with a church-plantingorganization called the “Go Ye” Chapel Mission, whichtoday is called “Orchard Group.” I am the third of fourdaughters. I have been involved in ministry all my life.My family worked together to help plant churches inthe Northeast. Each of my sisters married ministers,and all of them have been heavily involved in ministry.Did you go to college?I attended Bible college for two years in upstate NewYork at New York Christian Institute. I attendedNursing School at Good Samaritan Hospital Schoolof Nursing in Cincinnati and received my nursingdiploma.How did you meet Dave?I met Dave at a wedding when I was 15 and he was16. When I first met Dave, I was interested in himright from the start. I could tell he was a quality guyand I wanted to get to know him better. We ended upattending New York Christian Institute together, andthe rest is history! We’ve been happily married for 31years.Did you ever want to be or dream you would be aminister’s wife? The wife of a university president?I wanted to marry a minister from the time I was alittle girl. Growing up, I watched my parents workwell together as partners in ministry, and I desired thatfor my life someday. My mother has been a wonderfulrole model. She taught me by example about being agracious, hospitable, generous, encouraging woman.I never thought that I would be the wife of a universitypresident. That was never in my plans. But I havelearned through the years that God’s plans aresometimes different than my own.When Dave was called to be CCU’s president, whatwere your thoughts?Quite honestly, my first thought was “No! Dave isa preacher.” I wasn’t sure he would be happy beingan administrator. However, we couldn’t ignore theinternal, persistent “nudge.” We prayed earnestlyabout the decision to accept the call to CCU; webelieve God was opening a door He wanted us to walkthrough. So, in faith, we accepted the call.How do you support Dave in his role as president?And what’s your favorite thing about being CCU’sfirst lady?I love supporting and encouraging Dave. We havealways been a team, and it’s still that way now. I enjoytraveling with Dave, meeting old friends of the school,and making new ones. I also love to encourage andmentor the students. I lead a D-group (discipleshipgroup) of girls every school year. I enjoy going to thewomens’ residence halls occasionally and sharing intheir devotions.Dave and you recently purchased property andbuilt a new home at the edge of campus. Whymake such a big commitment?Simple. We want to fully invest our lives in our ministryat CCU. We believe that by living on campus, ourministry can be enhanced. We look forward to usingour home to share hospitality with students, faculty,staff, neighbors and friends.Dave and I believe wholeheartedly in the mission ofCCU. I look at our students and I see so much potentialin them! We have an awesome responsibility andprivilege to shape and mold, inspire and challenge,teach and encourage our students for ministry. God hasplans for them. I feel honored to have a small part inhelping them seek God and know Him more fully asthey prepare for their futures.SUMMER 2007 | CCU514 7

ChangingDirectionOddly, the architecture firm marketingdirector position I hold today wasliterally illegal when I attended CCU.In fact, it wasn’t until the late 70s thatthe U.S. Supreme Court voted to allowprofessional services to be marketed.So, no doubt, this was not what I had intended to dowith my life. Actually, I wasn’t too sure about anythingat that point. Many of my fellow students came witha vision of what they wanted to be . . . a minister, ateacher, a missionary. It was never that clearto me. To this day, I am amazed that any18 year old could possibly know what shewanted to do with the next 50 plus years ofher life. I knew I wasn’t a public speaker andteaching was not my strength, but I lovedmusic and wanted to serve in the church. So,that seemed like a good place to start.In the mid 70s, however, trying to convincemy father that a girl needed “furthereducation” wasn’t an easy task. My mother wouldn’thave it any other way, though. She wanted me toattend college, at least for one year. I wanted it to beBible college.My “future” started fairly typically for the time: Igraduated with a degree in music, married a ministera few years later and thought to myself: “This is it. I’llsupport my husband at church, have children, and bea great wife and mother.” Well, the wife part worked.After 10 years in the ministry, we decided it wasn’tour calling. My husband took the position of policechaplain at an area department and laterbecame the Lieutenant and training officer.As for being a mother, after years of doctorappointments and a lot of money spent, wegave up. No children and going crazy as astay-at-home wife—I had to get a job.In 1988, I applied at a 13-person architecturalfirm to be the secretary to the CEO andMarketing Manager. I had no training forthe job, but the CEO wanted just that—someone with no baggage from anotherfirm—someone he could train to do things his way.God sent him a real clean slate. A few years later, theMarketing Manager left the firm. Shockingly, the CEOapproached me and said, “Just keep us afloat.” I musthave looked like a deer in the headlights at first. ButGod has a way of putting you where He wants you,so I took it on. Ten years later, that 13-person firm hadgrown to 104. I became an Associate in the firm anda Partner in their affiliate firm, Technology Dynamics,a technology engineering firm in Texas (funny, sinceCCU didn’t even have computers when I attended).I sat for my certification exam and earned my CPSMdesignation.. . . the biggest blessings of seeking God’swill are the roadblocks. Sometimes they arequite painful, but, they are meant to keep usfrom taking the wrong fork in the road.I left that firm 5 years ago and joined Woollen,Molzan and Partners—one of the oldest design firmsin Indiana. Their mainstay is academic librariesand churches—I love it. After 18 years of marketingarchitectural services, I’m often asked how I got fromthe ministry to marketing. My answer always includesan acknowledgement that the educational foundationlaid so many years ago has carried me to where I amtoday.To those 18-years-olds who know God’s path so clearly,I stand in awe. I had no idea. And, I know I’m not8 CCU514 | SUMMER 2007

A Road Worth Runningalone. I have talked to so manypeople whose paths have takena far different direction than theyever dreamed possible. God hada path in mind for me, and I’m soblessed that I had the faith to letHim take me there. It hasn’t alwaysbeen a smooth journey. However,since leaving CCU nearly 30 yearsago, I have grown to believe thatthe biggest blessings of seekingGod’s will are the roadblocks.Sometimes they are quite painful;but they are meant to keep usfrom taking the wrong fork in theroad.The negative side to havinga career with long hours anda great deal of travel is theimpact on one’s ability to servein their local church. However,God always finds a way touse His people. God gaveme a strong foundation of aChristian upbringing and anexcellent college education.That foundation has taken mea long way both professionallyand spiritually. No, you won’t seeme speaking in front of a largecongregation. I won’t be teachinga Sunday School class, and, Iwon’t be found in a far off missionfield. I suppose, if I were to speakof my role in terms of I Corinthians12, I would have to say that my“part” in the body must certainlybe the big toe—typically hidden,but necessary for overallbalance.BRENDA S. RAGER ’79, CPSMMarketing DirectorWoollen, Molzan and Partners ArchitectsCounty championships, Conference championships, and Semi-State qualifying—three phrases that were a regular part of myvocabulary in high school. I ran cross country and track on ateam that was known for its excellence both on the course andin the classroom. I became a Christian during the cross countryseason of my sophomore year, and as Ithought about my future, I found mybiggest interest was discoveringmore about the Bible and how toapply it to my own personal life. Bymy senior year, athletic scholarshipsbegan to pour in, and I realizedthat big decisions had to be made.Many CCU graduates were staffmembers of my home church. They spent time answering myquestions, raising questions, and holding me accountable formy actions. Their influence on me was dynamic, and I declineda running scholarship to attend Bible college. A tough decision,but my home church and several of CCU’s financial programseasily made up the declined scholarship money.Four years later and ready to graduate, I cannot think of abetter decision than coming to CCU. I love that I had theability to attend a school where professors cared about myintellectual life and my spiritual life. I love that I had theability to attend a school where the president of the collegetook the time to sit with students in the dining hall and get toknow them personally. I also love that I hadthe ability to attend a school where spiritualaccountability is held at a high level. As Istep out on my own and try to find my placein this world, having spiritual accountabilityhas helped to make my spiritual walk a morehonest and safe-guarded one.Upon graduation, I will go on to work as an AssociateChildren’s Minister at Bright Christian Church, along witha church staff that includes other CCU alumni. I know thatthe impact of my passion and ministry for those children isa by-product of the investment of time, information, andaccountability that I received at CCU.It has been a road worth running.JESS HOLIDAY ’07SUMMER 2007 | CCU514 9

From Price Hillto Pachuca, MexicoLearning to Serveremember clearly the fall of 2003. I arrived at CCU in the afternoonI with two suitcases, broken English, and no friends. Now, almost fouryears later, I leave this place with great friends, with a purpose, and withpreparation for the future. CCU has not only been a great institution ofhigher education, but it has been a Christian place that has believed andinvested in me.I am confident that CCU was the best option for me. The professorschallenged me in many areas academically, but they also invested theirtime with me outside the classroom. The accepting atmosphere of thecampus community has helped me many times throughout the years.From the Cover and Above:Adalicia Carrillo ’07 (right) andher sister, Alejandra Haggard, atCommencement 2007.During my years at CCU I have been encouraged to get involved in thecommunity. Our campus resides in a diverse community that opened manydoors of opportunity to serve the Latin community. From the SpanishSunday services in the basement of a church to the free Health Fairs at theCommunity Centers, these opportunities taught me that service is one ofthe greatest forms of ministry.CCU has become a second home for me that will be hard to leave, but aftergraduation I am going back to Pachuca, Mexico. I will be looking for a jobin the field of psychology. I am also excited to work at my home church.I know that whatever God’s future plans hold for me, I will take what Ilearned at CCU and apply it to serving others.ADALICIA CARRILLO ’07Four Important Womenfor CCU AthleticsKelby HicksAlthough she is still in her first year at the University as theEvents Coordinator for University Advancement, Kelby hasquickly developed a love for CCU Athletics. A 2003 PurdueUniversity graduate, Kelby now understands what setsCCU apart from larger universities: the athletes are morepassionate, the coaches are more personable, and the gamesare always God-focused. After playing softball for most of herlife, Kelby decided to take on the position of head women’ssoftball coach. The upcoming 2007-2008 season will be thefirst for an intercollegiate softball program in CCU history.Emily MillerAs a student employee, Emily Miller has served in theAthletic office for almost a year. Being an avid sportsfan, Emily sees working at CCU athletic events as morelike a hobby than a job. The student athletes havebecome irreplaceable friends to her, and this has becomean important part of her college career. Working in theAthletic Department has provided experience in a collegeadministrative role and given her a better understanding ofthe inner workings of the college itself.Beth RogersBeth Rogers (’05) values the relationships she builds withstudents outside of the classroom setting. Volunteering inthe Athletic Department is an easy way for her to utilizeher creative and encouraging spirit through decoratingfor basketball games, creating snack bags, writing10 CCU514 | SUMMER 2007

Unlikely,but PerfectIt didn’t reallymake sensefor me to cometo CCU. As thedaughter of aPentecostal preacherwho grew up in the Washington D.C. area, there was never any occasionfor me to hear about the school. I didn’t know anyone in Ohio, I had nevermet anyone affiliated with CCU, I had never attended any services orevents sponsored by the Churches of Christ, and I already had a full-ridescholarship to attend a secular university close to home. It didn’t reallymake sense for me to come to CCU.When I graduated from high school in 2002, I had an eclectic assortmentof interests and needed time to focus my passions into a degree program.I knew I had a passion for church planting and evangelism, a gift for music,and an interest in communication arts, but I didn’t know how to synthesizeall those interests. Thankfully, God directed my steps with each decision.For my first year out of high school, I utilized my full-ride scholarship atShepherd University to study music performance and take some generalcourses. Then during my second year out of high school, I transferred to12 CCU514 | SUMMER 2007

San Diego, California, and participatedin an internship that combined handsonministry with correspondencecourses. During the day, I workedwith a ministry team that used music,STOMP, and dance to do motivationalpresentations at high schools. Duringthe night, I completed Bible coursesthrough the mail. Once the internshipwas completed, I had an opportunityto return home and fill the role ofCreative Arts Director/Worshipleader at a local church plant. Duringthat year, I worked diligently to saveenough money to return to college.God had helped me form my dream. AllI needed was a college that would helpme reach my goals. This is where CCUunexpectedly entered the picture.I now knew I wanted to open a coffeeshop—use it as a ministry tool to thecommunity, as a music venue for localartists (including myself !), and perhapsone day as a locationfor a church plant.The problem was finding a universitythat would allow me to incorporatemusic, Bible and business all into onedegree.In a desperate attempt, I googled theinternet for “Christian Colleges,” andchecked out each website one by one.CCU caught my interest right awaywith its emphasis on Biblical studies,its program in worship music (notclassical music!), and its consortiumprogram that would allow me to takebusiness classes at any university inCincinnati. It was a perfect fit!I quickly set things up with theadmissions office, packed up mybelongings and drove eight hoursto Cincinnati. I found myself verymuch at home at Cincinnati ChristianUniversity. I will graduate with aBachelors Degree in Biblical Studies,a minor in Worship Music, and anAssociates Degree in Communicationsand Business Marketing. Though CCUmay have been an unlikely place forGod to lead me, it was actually theperfect place.MELODY BUTLERSUMMER 2007 | CCU514 13

cincinnati biblecollegeassociate of artsBiblical StudiesCassandra Carpenter@Craig Denver FulfordMusic and Worship†Alanna Rey YoungProfessional Child CareCaryn Rae HowellBonnie KennerCharlotte Marie SchuttePsychologyJosh McConnellRebecca Carmen Sizelovebachelor of musicCarissa Danielle Carpenter**Nathan Barrett GheringBradley Scott HamiltonDustin Lee Shellbachelor of scienceBiblical StudiesJacob Wade BarkerChristopher Lee CooperRobbie Sean KelleyMark John LukeyMinistryJonathon Russell Barnes*Jarod Scott ChristmanJustin Ryan CoatesDaniel Carl CoxJacqueline HowserJeremy D. MillerJoshua E. MillerMichael Alen MurrayJason Bradley OwensAaron Bryce Peck*Jenna Marie PressleyJames Howard RanshawChristopher Thomas RockholtMelinda Joy ShackleBryan Wesley Sizelove IIJoseph Kent SpringerAlexander Joseph StebingEducation***Charlotte Heather AuenJennifer Lee Douglass**Justine Patrice ElkinsDonald Charles FishburnJessica Lynnette HolidayLindsay Zane JacksJeremy J. JonesHolly Renee KoberJennifer Louise Lamb**Amanda Jayne MecklemJenna Marie RiehleTara Nicole SnivleyMegan Taylor SteinmetzRebecca Lee WarrenEmily Marie WaughGraduationPsychologyAdalicia CarrilloAnthony Edward Gargano** Mark Daniel HamiltonNaomi Latitia Koubek-CaseProfessional Studies Minors*Valerie C. Bielecki*Jessica Anne DownsGwendolyn Marie Elliott*Timothy Vincent ErnstesJason Joseph Frisch@Byron W. GinterRyan Douglas GodloveKristen Nicole KelleyNathaniel David KeyseBrooke Lindsay LannonPhillip Ray NeyhartLinda Mae PalmerPiotr PaprockiRobin Alexis WashingtonJoel Jeffrey Willison†Alanna Rey Youngbachelor of artsBiblical Studies*Corey Nicholas AuenMatthew Steven Burlew*Bryan Thomas Dove@Jared M. HamiltonNicholas Alexander HammSarah Michelle Hatfield***Heather Marie Maas@Rebekah SinclairMinistryBryan D. KutcheraWilliam Nathanial Reedcollege of adultlearningbachelor of scienceLeadership & MinistryJaimie Sue BrownJoshua Caleb BrownMatthew Kent HatfieldDevin Michael JamesAlan C. JohnsonDavid DeWayne Stokes**Valerie J. Trissell*Justin Miles Walsh**Pamela S. WeaverJoshua WoodcoxManagement & EthicsAlisha Davis**Cristin DeRosa DunnPatrick Filippi***Cindy Gail MacMillanDavid Joseph McCullarAndrew Ramon PeltAnita R. Smith@Bridgette L. TaylorSandy A. Taylor@Jeffrey Wayne Weaver*Dawn Bingham Webb*Brian W. Yorkcincinnati bibleseminarymaster of arts (religion)Biblical StudiesDrew William BillingsRobert Paul Fleenor†D. Doug GibsonTheological StudiesMichael Allan BoyceStephen L. Wilkin@V. Solomon YesudossChurch History†James Gary HanseeRyan Patrick HobbsHenry Jackson IIIMark R. ManderBrandon MaydenPastoral LeadershipPaul B. AlexanderRory Eugene ChristensenMark L. CravensDawn Lynette Gentry†D. Doug GibsonKenneth Brian GillaspyChad HortonLinda Marie HutchinsonGary Lee MartinMark C. NicholasJudith E. PrattSheila H. RayCheryl Abram ReeveMark A. Taylor†Randolph Toddmaster of ministry†Eric Steven BingamanShannon M. Poindextermaster of arts in counselingSuzanne N. AngelMorgan Kathleen BenderKathleen M. BlevinsJoel Eric DeWittJennifer Ann FellermanTess A. FoxCarin Elizabeth GruberKimberly Ryan Hickman†Robert Scott HollandCourtney Michelle Horwath-OliverMikel E. KellyBarbara Sue KingJacob Robert KiperNathaniel Phillip OliverJoshua Neal SwaffordAlison Renee Yanceymaster of divinity†Eric Steven BingamanEric Steven Bryant†Robert Scott HollandJoel M. Field III†James Gary HanseeNicholas H. ParkerKhuah SangDaniel D. StaiferWilliam Warren Thompson†Randolph Todd@Timothy J. Young14 CCU514 | SUMMER 2007@graduating in absentia†graduating with two degrees*cum laude**magna cum laude***summa cum laude

December 2006cincinnati bible collegeassociate of artsPsychologyNicole Elisabeth Marcum†Josh McConnellRebecca Carmen Sizelovebachelor of musicCarissa Danielle CarpenterBradley Scott Hamilton*Dustin Lee Shellbachelor of scienceMinistryChristina M. Bizub**Joshua Evan MoserEric Michael TomeoEducationAmy Christine Azbill*Shelly Diane Smalling FrischPsychologyMegan Lynn BelfieldProfessional Studies MinorsDorota Aleksiejuk-Burgess**Robyn Michelle HinkleRachel Elizabeth ReidMiranda Nicole Eggerton ShofnerGerman Alexander Diaz Torresbachelor of artsBiblical Studies***Alan Steven HendersonPatrick Thomas KinderMinistry†Josh McConnell*Ashley McGrath*Casey Adam Shofnercincinnati bible seminarymaster of arts (religion)Biblical Studies†Reuben David MunnTheological StudiesDarin J. Hudson†Reuben David MunnPastoral LeadershipCarla Michelle DavisCatherine Anna MunnBrent Arthur Popejoymaster of arts incounselingRachel Lynn BarberAmy M. RamseySandow Wisselcollege of adult learningbachelor of scienceLeadership & MinistryVernice Appling***Frank Allen Bednar*Jeremy Lee BilbyRoger Eric Burns***Lois Ann CorwinKyle Patrick Maloney**Sandra M. McIntoshRandall Duane MiddletonLeRoy Owens***Robert J. Rainey***Jim RuddJoshua Paul TaylorHarry L. TysonManagement & Ethics*Nancy C. Campbell***David Laurence MacMillan*James Gilbert Richter**Teresa A. StaufferClockwise from top left: GraduatesAmanda Mecklem and Jenny Lamb(CBC); David McCullar (CALL);Professor Johnny Pressley withdaughter Jenna (CBC) and wifeJeanette; (clockwisefrom the bottom)James Hansee,Joel Field andDaniel Staifer (CBS).This list may not be a comprehensive list of graduates. Someinformation may not have been available at the time of printing.

2007 Distinguished Alumni AwardsPresented at Graduation, May 12, 2007Honoring alumni for their distinguished life-long service to their alma mater and for their outstanding life-longservice to the Kingdom of God.Doug (’51) and Lois (Breuer - ’51) SmithDoug Smith went to be with the Lord last October. He and Lois were married in1951. They have two children, Robin (’75) and Heather (’78).Lois has been a leader in women’s and children’s ministries wherever Doug served. Shewas the Director of Music at the North Seventh Street Church of Christ in Hamilton,Ohio. She also taught public school in Ohio and Kansas. She sang with the ShermanMusical Arts Singers and currently sings with the Cincinnati Choral Society, MasonChoral and the Trebleairs of Otterbein Lebanon.Doug’s life of ministry began when he was a junior at CCU and became the parttimeminister at Mt. Washington Church of Christ. From 1955 to 1976, he servedat the North Seventh Street Church in Hamilton, Ohio. During his 21 years theremany came to the Lord. He then went on to serve the University Christian Church inManhattan, Kansas, and in 1981 he began working with the Edward Jones Companyand also preaching for the Woodlawn Christian Church in Denison. He was a founding memberof the board which established Mt. Healthy Christian Home and Mason Christian Village. Whileserving as President of the CCU Alumni Association he led in raising funds for Alumni Hall and rightup until his death continued to raise funds for his beloved Alma Mater.Ernest (’52) and Neva (Fate - ’51) FaberErnest and Neva married in 1952. They have four children; Linda, Charles, Allanand Donald. The Fabers also have 13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.Neva and Ernie began their mission work in Japan in 1954. For the next 43 years,under the Board of Hokkaido Christian Mission, they engaged in new churchevangelism at three locations —a farming community, a seaport industrial town,and the capital city of Sapporo. At each location, they helped the churches withtheir building programs and helped them become independent—without the useof interpreters. Often they had to create and print their own literature. Outreachprograms included church based English classes, cooking classes, and kindergarten.Ernest and Neva served as officers in the local neighborhood association.The Fabers retired to Iowa in 1999. They remain active in the Washington Chapel Church of Christwhere Ernest serves as elder and Neva teaches Sunday School. Ernest also keeps the church postedabout world missions, gives weekly devotions at the nursing home and supply preaches. Neva has anIowa teaching license and has taught K-12 English as a Second Language classes. As members of theJapan America Society of Iowa, they are in close contact with Japanese living in the state.F. Sherwood Smith (’58 & ’59)In 1957, Sherwood came to Cincinnati and continued his educational pursuitswhich earned a total of four degrees, two of which are from CCU, and one a Ph.D. Sherwood joined the faculty of CCU in 1960 and taught here for three decades.During those years he taught classes in Gospels, Acts, Romans, Prison Epistles andthe Johannine Epistles. Following retirement from this institution, he taught classesin the Gospels at Louisville Bible College for five years and continues to serve as atrustee of Person to Person Ministries.Professor Smith authored four books and numerous lessons and articles printed byvarious Christian publishers. Preaching was an essential for him, and he served inmany interim ministries and in some instances as an advisor to troubled churches.Sherwood also spent many months going to mission stations around the worldduring during Christmas and summer breaks.Through the years, Sherwood has been blessed by a wonderful supportive family.His wife, Mary, has been as committed to Christ and education as he has. Mary earned the Bachelorof Music degree at Northwest Christian College and the Masters of Education at the University ofCincinnati. She served for a number of years as Dean of Women here at CCU and taught for twentyyears in the public school system. Their daughters, Sherry and Rhea along with their “adopted”daughter, Judy Koerner, and their grandchildren, all attended CCU.2006 - 2007Board of TrusteesEleanora BirdLexington, KentuckyJohn CampbellSylvania, OhioBob CherryLouisville, KentuckyDan GarrettAtlanta, GeorgiaH. David HaleLouisville, KentuckyRay LinnMt. Gilead, OhioBruce MaxwellHarrison, OhioLinda MiranteWabash, IndianaTom MollMason, OhioBill MossbargerLexington, KentuckyRon ReedIndianapolis, IndianaValerie ReedMason, OhioRusty RussellLouisville, KentuckyRandy SnyderWaynesville, OhioBruce SteckleyCanton, OhioMark StierWesterville, OhioDavid StokesHillsboro, OhioRonald ThigpenCincinnati, Ohio

FROM THE ALUMNI DIRECTORCost Versus WorthAccording to the U.S. Department of Education, the average private college education in Ohio costsabout $26,000 per year. CCU is only about $18,000, and we do not receive state or federal subsidies.We do everything we can to keep our costs as low as possible. In fact, we have to generate an additional$3,500 per student each year just to balance our budget.How much is an excellent education in an atmosphere of faith worth? According to ChristianityToday, March 2006, “52% of freshmen who identify themselves as Christians upon entering a publicuniversity will no longer identify themselves as such four years later.” Jesus said in Matthew 16:26,“What will a man be profited, if he gains the whole world, and forfeits his soul?” I am passionate aboutthe mission, work and growth of CCU because, (A) I know how CCU impacted my faith and (B) itoffers an alternative to universities where non-Christian beliefs and behaviors have become acceptedas the norm. May God grant us vision, wisdom and the resources to enable CCU to continue to impactstudents so they can impact the world for Christ.Great HomecomingThe Alumni Homecoming teams played at the intermission between the women’s and men’s games.The alumni teams shot over 50% from behind the arc and scored a total of 96 points in only 20 minutes.The gray team coached by Cameron Mills, former University of Kentucky great whomade the famous “shot heard around the world,” beat the purple team. The purpleteam was coached by Charlie McMahan, former CCU great who holds the all-timescoring record and played on the ’84 and ’85 National Championship teams. AndyCarter was the alumni game MVP. Special congratulations to Bob Oldenburg fromthe class of 1965 who represented us “old guys” very well.Mark KoernerAnother special guest for the evening was the new University of Cincinnati footballcoach, Brian Kelly. An interesting anecdote came to light as Dr. Faust and BrianKelly were talking in the hospitality room. It was discovered that Matt Schantz(’96) was the team chaplain for the Central Michigan football team where Brian Kelly coached beforecoming to UC. Brian had many great things to say about Matt and said he looked forward to continuinghis relationship with CCU. The Montgomery Inn barbecue served in the Alumni hospitality room wasthe hit of the evening.Mark your calendars now for next year’s homecoming game on Friday, February 1, 2008.2007 Alumni Association DuesAaron Burgess, Alumni Association President, has sent the annual letter to encourage CCUGrads to support their Alumni Association by paying dues. If you have not yet done so, Iencourage you to show your support for the work done at CCU by sending your dues. Withyour financial support we can increase our scholarships and continue recognizing outstandingalumni and encourage and support our graduates, staff and faculty. God is working throughour alumni in mighty ways!Trip to Israel/PalestineProfessors Mark Ziese and Dan Dyke are leading a trip to Israel/Palestine for Spring Break2008. Probable dates are March 7 to March 21. The itinerary will include Caesarea by theSea, Mt. Carmel, Megiddo, Mt. Tabor, Nazareth, Seal of Galilee, Capernaum, Jordan River,Dead Sea, Jerusalem, Bethlehem and Masada. This is a trip with which includes educationalgoals unlike most “tourist” trips. The total cost will be around $2,500 including airfare fromCincinnati, room, board, bus, tips, etc. Contact Professor Ziese at mark.ziese@CCUniversity.edu for more information.Purple teamleft to right (back) Matt Hood,Kevin Stuckey, Alex Eddy, PatGlasser, Erik Fleming, NateGrella, Bob Oldenburg(front) Darin Mirante, GregZimmerer, Chad HudsonGrey Teamleft to right (back) Brad Stone,Ron Bridgewater, BrentBarger, Geoff Taylor (front)Rick Moore, Jason Frisch,Adam Rauch, Larry Harless,Andy CarterThis year’s Alumni Reunion weekend will be held later than usual and becombined with IMPACT! 2007. See p. 28 (back cover) for details.SUMMER 2007 | CCU514 17

|AlumniSend us your news & photos!NewsCCU Alumni Office, 2700 Glenway Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45204alumni@CCUniversity.edu or www.CCUniversity.edu/alumniANNIVERSARIES &WEDDINGSF. David (’59) and Shelva (Peterson- ’59) Miller celebrated their 50th WeddingAnniversary on March 31, 2007. Afterministering for 35 years in New York theyreturned to Shelva’s home in Bergholz, Ohio.David is in his 13th year of ministry to thechurch there.Cindy (North - ’91)Logan was married toDoug Logan on March 10,2007, in Joplin, Missouri.Doug teaches historyat Carl Junction JuniorHigh School, and Cindycontinues on the music faculty at OzarkChristian College.FAMILY NEWSMatthew and Jenny(Skiver - ’95) Mosier arevery proud to have addedthree beautiful children totheir family in the last year!All three adoptions werefi nalized within a 10 monthperiod. They are Zimere Michael, 7, LucasDaniel, 3, and Abbie Rose, 1.Jared (’97) and RhondaAdamson announced the birthof their son, Israel Cole, whoentered the world on March19, 2007. Jared says, “He’s agenius, destined to play pianoand basketball. He’ll also beone of the fi rst to join the “Fourth GenerationClub at CCU.”Josh (’96) and Tara (Campbell - ’99)Bowers announced the birth of a son onFebruary 22, 2007. Donovan Michael joinshis three big sisters, Sydney, Brooke andZoe.William and Kimberly (White - ’99)Rodus (Att’d) are excited to announce thebirth of their third child, Ezra William, whowas born April 5, 2007 and weighed 6 lbs. Hewas welcomed home by his big brother Elijah(3) and big sister Adrielle (2) and is such ablessing.Montgomery (’02) andMelissa Hadden welcomedtheir fi rst child on July 19,2006. His name is JacksonMontgomery and he tipped thescales at a whopping 10 lbs!(photo left)Josh (’03) andJacynda (McKamey - ’02)Lynch had their first child,a sweet baby girl, HadleyGrace, born on June 7, 2006.Matt (’02) and Leann(Jackson - ’03) Beanare extremely happy andblessed to announce thebirth of a baby boy onMarch 20, 2007. HunterDavid weighed in at 7.8lbs. and was 20.5 incheslong.Bob (’06) and Holly JoHightchew are excitedto announce the birth ofBecca Jo on February25, 2007 weighing in at 7lbs, 8 ozs. She joins abrother Caleb Joshua and sister Abby Jo.Louis and Dawn(’07) Webb are thrilledto announce the birthof their fi rst child, KeiraMarie Webb. Keira wasborn October 3, 2006 andweighed in at 6 lbs, 13 oz.She is a gift from God, living proof that Godanswers prayers.CLASS NEWSBrad (’97)and Jennifer (Bail- A’ttd) Meissnerwelcomed KatoBenjamin to theirfamily on Feb. 9,2007. Kato wasborn in Ethiopia onSept. 7, 2006.1948Howard Mackey continues to offer free fl ightinstruction for missionaries, church personneland students who desire to use aircraft intheir ministries. For more information emailhowmackey@juno.com or visit Howard’swebsite at www.missionfl ighttraining.com.1951Reggie Thomas celebrated his 78thbirthday in January of this year. As partof the celebration he organized a team ofseven evangelists who traveled to India andpreached evangelistic meetings that resultedin 5,026 souls baptized into Christ. Reggiecontinues to preach regularly and to lead theWhite Fields Overseas Evangelism ministryof which he is the Director.1953Daniel Gault preached at the Rocky ForkChurch of Christ, Newark, Ohio on Feb. 4th,2006. It was the 60th anniversary of his fi rstsermon at the same church. Daniel recentlyclosed a four year ministry with the WelcomeChurch of Christ, Killbuck, Ohio and will tryretirement again, for the second time. TheGaults live in Brinkhaven, Ohio.1955Howard and Lovell Mountcastle accepted thecall to minister with the First Christian Churchin Caruthersville, Missouri. They began theirministry in December of 2006.1959Dr. Rodney (’59, ’68) and Mrs. Betty(Emmons - ’61) Allee are retiring after50 years of service to the Lord. Rodneyministered to his fi rst church in MountCarmel, Kentucky. He planted the Fairfi eld,Ohio, Church of Christ and later went toCalifornia where he ministered with PalmdaleFirst Christian Church and NorthridgeChristian Church. In 1989, the Allees plantedChrist’s Church of the Valley in Palmdale,California where they have served since.

1960Alan and Pat LaRue concluded a 15 yearministry with First Christian of Salem, Illinoison March 4, 2007. Alan has been the SeniorMinister and Pat has been the counselor inresidence in Salem. Alan will be assuming theSenior Ministry with Pleasant View Church ofChrist in Angola, Indiana.1963Sylvia (Cook) Bright retired from teachingExceptional Student Education at HarmonyHigh School in Osceola Country, Florida, in2006. She continues to teach part time atFlorida Christian College, and she owns andoperates Eagle Landscape Nursery, a plantgrowing operation. Sylvia is the widow of JohnR. Bright (’66).Joyce Munn retired from teaching after 39years—most of them in public schools. Sheis still involved in public schools by servingon the National Board of Christian EducatorsAssociation International. They strive to helpChristian teachers in public schools, andany others, to know how they can be faithfulwitnesses for our Lord. She would love to hearDave Thurman (’83) recentlyled a team of five on amission trip to Northeast India,culminating in reaching theMaram Tribe (one of 16 Nagatribes) in northeast Asia, noneof whom had ever seennon-Indian (white) peoplebefore. Dave has helpedlead numerous mission tripsto Africa, India, and Haiti,especially focusing on thetraining and equipping ofpreachers. He presentlyserves as the Adults Ministerat The Church at Mt. Gileadin Mooresville, Indiana.His son Drew is a sophomoreat CCU.from the many grads who are serving faithfullyin this capacity and would be happy to answerquestions or send more information. Her emailaddress is: jodym_2001@yahoo.com.1966Gerald Moreland was the preaching ministerat Markle, Indiana, for 16 years and servedseveral more in pastoral care. When Geraldlearned that the Warren Church of Christ,12 miles away, was struggling and needed aminister he accepted their call. In just over twoyears, their average attendance has doubledfrom 75 to over 150 and is still growing. Gerald,a former Trustee at CCU says, “I hope pastorsin their 60’s will realize how much wisdom,experience and vision they have to offer. Mywork at Warren has given me a new lease onlife!”1972Randy Snyder, senior minister with CrossViewChristian Church, Dayton, Ohio, begins his25th year of radio ministry in January, 2007.The radio ministry started as an experiment inColumbus, Ohio. The program originally wasknown as Lifeline but is now Cross View. It isbroadcast at 10:55 Monday through Fridayon WFCJ (93.7FM), a station serving theDayton-Cincinnati metro area. In the past theprogram was aired from stations in Columbus,Cincinnati, Dallas-Fort Worth and Atlanta. Formore information about Cross View, call 937-885-7402.1975David and Janet (Carver) Smith celebrated30 years of ministry as of last November.David is the Discipleship Pastor at Hazel DellChristian Church in Carmel, Indiana.1977Carole (Hedrick-Meredith) Johnson (‘Att’d)is celebrating her 25th year in the bankingindustry and is currently East Division Managerof The Bank of Pocahontas in Pocahontas, AR.She is also celebrating 15 years of involvementwith the Imperial Dinner Theatre where sheacts, sings and serves as trustee emeritus.Michael Waters has completed an 8 yearministry with Mountaintop Christian Churchin Love, Virginia, in April to accept a full-timeposition as minister of Laurinburg ChristianChurch in Laurinburg, North Carolina.1979Tim and Peggy (Everingham) Seevers havemoved to Crittenden, Kentucky, to minister withthe Sherman Church of Christ.1980Sam Burton has published his fi rst book,Quick Start Guide for Becoming Debt Free. It isavailable from amazon.com and will soon be inbookstores nationwide. Sam is in his fi fth yearas Vice President of Sales for a leading line ofTax Preparation and Accounting software. He isalso the minister of Discovery Christian Churchin Caribou, ME. For more information go towww.discoverourchurch.com.1982Dan Gilliam has released his fi rst bookentitled: God Touches: Finding Faith inthe Cracks and Spaces of My Life. In it heshares some of the valuable, if not inspiringlessons he has learned about humanity,spirituality, and the kingdom of God. Dan isalso an accomplished singer/songwriter andhas shared the stage with many well-knownChristian artists such as Audio Adrenaline,Rich Mullins, Big Tent Revival, Jennifer Knappand The Newsboys. He is also a painter whohas sold his oil andacrylic paintings inthe U.S. and abroad.Dan says, “It is onlyby the grace of Godthat I have a storyto tell, a song tosing and a picture topaint.” His website iswww.DanGilliam.net.1985Dr. D. Clay Perkins became the president ofRoanoke Bible College in Elizabeth City, NorthCarolina, in July 2006, after serving as SeniorAssociate at First Christian Church Ministries inKernersville, NC. He traveled to Paris, Francein May to make a presentation at the EuropeanAcademy of Management Annual Conference.He presented a paper entitled “Exploringthe Relationship of Top Management TeamDiversifi cation with Organizational Performanceof Christian Churches.”1989Marty Scheckler was severely injured in amotorcycle accident last summer and is nowat home with his wife and four children. He isstill in a wheelchair but is learning to stand withthe aid of a walker. Just a few months ago, hisfamily was thrilled as be began to communicatethrough an alphabet board, but now can speakaudibly and even delivered a message to amen’s and a missions gathering recently. Go towww.xanga.com/martysheckler to read abouthis amazing story of faith and perseverance.1990Tom (’92) and Dianna (Daugherty - ’90)Denney are living in Williamsport, PA, thehome of the Little League World Series.Tom is preaching full-time at a new church,Faith Christian, and Dianna is restarting herhome-based business with HENN and homeschooling their children—Joshua, 12 andLydia, 4. Dianna also assists Tom’s ministry byworking with the worship and youth ministries.Mark Magee ministers with the Lewes Churchof Christ in Milton, Delaware. The churchdecided six years ago it needed more space.On Easter Sunday, they moved into their newbuilding a few hundred yards from their oldbuilding. It is a $5 million dollar project with anauditorium which seats 550.1992Rick Chromey has earned the GraduateDoctor of Ministry from George Fox University.His project and dissertation in Leadership inthe Emerging Culture focused upon trainingprofessional ministers via e-learning portals.1994Trey and Corene (Runner) Everett movedto Crookston, Minnesota, in June to work withMICAH, a Christiancontemplative retreatcenter. They also addedbaby Jack to their familyon November 25, 2006.He joins big sisterMadeline (7) and Zoe (5).(continued on p. 20)

ADVERTISEMENTgenerosity and his intelligence were hisgreatest attributes. In the truest sense, hewas “forever a gentleman.”Muriel Perry (Paeplow Dusenberry - Att’d’53-’56) passed away in Richmond, Virginiaon March 2, 2007. She was born in Toledo,Ohio and was 72 at the time of her death.She married C. Robert Perry in 1983. Sheis survived by her husband, Bob; daughter,Robin Cook and her husband; her sons RickDusenberry; Robert C. Perry and his wife;Tim Perry and his family and Chris Perry andhis family and her sister by marriage, ElinorSutphin. Her only brother, William Paeplow(’55) of South Bend preceded her in death.William’s wife Janice (Eddleton) was a ’54CCU graduate.John B. Richardson, III (Att’d ’66-’68)passed away on April 14, 2007 at the ageof 58. He was the devoted father of JohnB. Richardson IV and the loving son ofJohn B. Richardson Jr. (’50) a formerCCU professor and Stepson of Dr. ViettaRichardson (Keith - Att’d) and his sisterVictoria Lynn (’72).Eleanor B. Sapp (Brown - ’52) passedaway at her residence in Tennessee onFebruary 21, 2007. She was born in Illinoisand lived most of her life in Long Island,New York. Eleanor was a retired educatorand is survived by four sons, Leland, David,Daniel and James, an Assistant Professorof Counseling/Psychology at KentuckyChristian University, 2 sisters, Zola Brownand Mae Brown, a brother, Orville and 9grandchildren.Hervey Sewell (’49) went to be with theLord and his wife of 68 years, Betty, onJanuary 25, 2007 at the age of 89. Theymarried in 1936 and Hervey entered CCUto prepare for the ministry the same year.Even though basketball was a major interestto him, whengiven the choiceof playing ball ora life of ministryhe chose theministry andnever regrettedhis choice.Hervey andBetty alwaysworked as ateam. Herveypreached andBetty led the music as they served churchesin Ohio, Indiana and Michigan. Even inretirement they began a chapel service attheir retirement condo in Arizona. In additionto his ministry he received a Mastersdegree from Michigan State University andtaught school in Michigan and Indiana. Hewas instrumental in starting 3 churches inRichmond, IN, as well as having a major rolein starting Great Lakes Christian College.By many he will be remembered as thelifeguard at Rock Lake Christian Assembly inthe mid ’40’s and early ’50’s. He is survivedby two children, David from Lutz, FL andJudith Saunders (’63) of Vestaburg, MI, 5grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.Funeral services were conducted in Edmore,MI by son-in-law J.D. Saunders (’61) andgrandson-in-law Roger Penwell.Ted C. Smith (’53, ’55) went to be with theLord on Christmas Day, 2006 at the age of75. He had suffered form Alzheimer’s. Tedserved for 25 years as pastor of WestviewChristian Church in Santa Rosa, California.This congregation got a boost from the latecartoonist, Charles Schulz, a golf and tennispartner of Ted’s who took a parcel of landthe church owned in exchange for the sitethe church occupied next to the CharlesM. Schulz Museum. His life encompasseda Christian’s love of God, a passion forbasketball, fi shing, golf and other sportsand relentless sense of humor. Barbara,his wife of 53 years said, “He was gentle,generous, tolerant, loving and scholarly.He was a perfect Christian, and didn’t evenknow it.” Ted was a basketball star in highschool and wanted to become a coach. Afterattending CCU he decided the world neededpreachers more than coaches and changedhis calling. He served for 45 years as apastor in Ohio and California. He was namedminister emeritus when he retired in 1995.He was a member of the Optimist Club andthe Scottish Rite Bodies of Santa Rosa.Surviving in addition to his wife, Barbara, arehis son, Chuck of Santa Clara, daughter Joniof Santa Rosa, nine grandchildren and threegreat-grandchildren.Mildred Alberta Walker, (’38) went hometo be with the Lord on March 4, 2007 atthe age of 90. She was the widow of FelixWalker (’40), having celebrated 61 years ofmarriage. The two had teamed in ministryfor over 50 years at Garrett Church of Christ,Lawrence Christian Church and CyntheanneChristian Church. Mildred also taught pianoand organ. She served faithfully right up tothe time of her passing in her assisted livinghome by playing for church services andafter meals where residents and workerswould join in singing. She is survived by fourdaughters: Patricia LaRue (Perrigo - ’56);Sue Ellen Heath, Ann Hockman (Walker -’65) and Rebecca Brown; nine grandchildrenand 15 great grandchildren.Walter T. Wells (’81), a blues musicianwhose energetic showmanship wonaudiences from blues clubs to radio showsto churches, died March 14, 2007 aftersuffering a stroke and heart attack at hisBurlington, Kentucky home. He was 54.Mr. Wells played all types of music fromPiedmont to Chicago Blues, ragtime,classical jazz and bluegrass, and specializedin acoustic blues. Survivors include his wife,Barbara, mother, Frances of Indianapolis,sister, Martha Rhodes and several cousins.SUMMER 2007 | CCU514 21

Gene McElroyOver the years, Gene McElroy has served his alma mater as Director of AlumniMinistries, Coordinator of Volunteers and Golf Coach. In September 2006, Gene addedAssistant Director of Church Relations to his title list. As a valued member of theUniversity Advancement team, Gene visits churches, encourages support, hosts missionfairs, fills pulpits, recruits students, visits alumni—anything he can do to advance thecause of Christ through CCU. Gene said, “My eighteen years at CCU have flown by—itseems like I started just a few weeks ago!”It’s Time to Be RefreshedThe North American Christian Convention’s 2007 Minister &Spouse Retreat will take place August 21 - 23 at the RidgecrestConference Center near Asheville, North Carolina. Visit www.nacctheconnectingplace.org for details.ESCN: Releasing the Power of the Smaller ChurchConference will be held August 17 - 18 on the campus of CCU.Visit www.healthychurches.org for details.New CCU PartnersCentral Christian Church of the East Valley MesaAZChristian Church at Bright Lawrenceburg INChrist’s Church of the Valley Hemet CAChurch of Christ at Delhi Cincinnati OHChurch of Christ of Alexandria Alexandria KYCommunity Christian Church London KYCommunity Christian Church White Marsh MDCornishville Christian Church Harrodsburg KYEast Dayton Christian Church Dayton OHElizaville Christian Church Elizaville KYFairview Christian Church Foster KYFairway Christian Church Lady Lake FLFall Creek Christian Church Pendleton INFirst Christian Church Remington INFirst Christian Church of Hessville Hammond INHauula Church of Christ Hauula HIHill-N-Dale Christian Church Lexington KYIndian Oaks Christian Church Anniston ALJourney Christian Church Midlothian VAKenwood Heights Christian Church Louisville KYLincoln Hills Christian Church Corydon INMortons Gap Christian Church Mortons Gap KYMoscow Church of Christ Milroy INNorthside Christian Church of Muncie Muncie INPleasant Run First Baptist Church Cincinnati OHPowell Christian Church Powell OHRussell Christian Church Russell KYSherman Church of Christ Dry Ridge KYSouth Fork Christian Church Verona KYSouth Nassau Christian Church Baldwin NYSouth Pacific Christian FellowshipColorado Springs COSouthside Christian Church of Versailles Versailles KYSunrise Christian Church Cynthiana KYVevay Church of Christ Vevay INVillage View Church of Christ Bowling Green OHWest Side Christian Church Denver COWest Union Church of Christ West Union OHWest Walnut Street Church of Christ Portland INWestbrook Christian Church Bolingbrook ILOur thanks to these churches who have sent gifts in recentmonths as first time partners—and some who used tosupport CCU and once again have sent offerings.22 CCU514 | SUMMER 2007

CHURCH RELATIONS162 Year Old South ForkComes AliveSouth Fork Christian Church, foundedin 1844, is located in northernKentucky, approximately 30 milessouth of Cincinnati. Over the years,attendance at the church fluctuatedbetween 40 and 85 people. In 1996,Bob Hightchew became their minister. Bobwas young, married and full of passion forpreaching. With Bobworking about 40hours as the church’spart-time minister and40 hours at anotherfull-time job thechurch still began tothrive.The small, white building soon becameinsufficient for the growing congregation.Bob’s leadership and preaching encouragedmore new-comers to attend. Bob moved toa full-time position with the church in 2003,and in 2005, the church added a 366 capacityworship facility to accommodate thegrowing number of attendees.Bob completed his B.S. in Ministryand Leadership in 2006 throughCCU’s College of Adult Learningdegree completion program andis currently pursuing a Mastersdegree in the Seminary. With Bob at the helm,the church has grown from50 people to an average of245, the church budgethas increased 490%, twoadditional staff membershave been added, and athird hire is planned forJuly 2007. Bob creditsCCU with part of hissuccess: “Whenever Ibegin to prepare a sermon,I thank God for CCU. Theprofessors and studentshave given me so much. Ibelieve CCU is changingthe world, one Christianat a time.”CCU may be 83 yearsold, but our mission hasnot changed—we arecommitted to the trainingof faithful ministers andleaders like Bob Hightchew who are sold out toserving the church and changing the world.WALLY RENDELDirector of Church RelationsWally RendelSUMMER 2007 | CCU514 23

The CALL ProgramIndianapolis and CincinnatiThe College of Adult Learning (CALL) at CCUoffers Bachelors degrees inBusiness Management & Ethicsor Leadership & MinistryTake classes one night a week and complete yourBachelors in about two years.1.800.949.4CCUwww.CCUniversity.edu/CALLConsider a Charitable Gift AnnuityAre you concerned aboutfuture uncertaintiesin the market place?Concerned about theimpact this may have onthe performance of yourinvestments? Will youhave the income streamnecessary to sustain thedesired life style foryou and/or your spouseor another loved one?Consider a charitablegift annuity agreementwith Cincinnati ChristianUniversity. It is notcomplicated, and itoffers guaranteedincome, tax benefits andhelps CCU continue togrow.To find out more, visitwww.ccuniversity.edu/giving or contactDick Devine at dick.devine@CCUniversity.edu or 800-949-4CCUext. 8131.24 CCU514 | SUMMER 2007

MEN’S BASEBALLCincinnati Christian University will be hostingtwo special events during the2007 North American Christian ConventionJuly 3-6 in Kansas City:Come learn more about “Beyond the Walls” at either:• A Special Luncheon (Wed. 12:15 - 1:30, Basie Ballroom CC1, MarriottDowntown, $17/person—advanced ticket purchase required)• CCU Friends and Family Reception (Wednesday, 8:30 - 10:00 pm, OldLobby Tea Room, Marriott Downtown)Visit www.CCUniversity.edu for more information and to register!Welcome Alumni & FriendsThis year’s Baseballteam won the Mid–EastRegional Championship,finishing 9-15 on theseason. The Eaglesknocked off JohnsonBible College in theChampionship game.This victory securedthe program’s first everautomatic NCCAANational Tournament bid.CCU defeated LancasterBible College 7-1 atNationals in Lakeland,FL, to finish fifth in thenation. Coach Sandlincommented, “I couldnot be more proud of myteam for how they finishedthe season.”Golden EaglesGolf ScrambleSeptember 28, 2007A.J. Jolly Golf CourseAlexandria, KentuckyGet your foursome together now!Register online atwww.CCUniversity.edu/athletics513.244.8442Great Prizes!Silent Auction!For more information, call 513.244.8442athletics@CCUniversity.eduThe Eagles were led byFirst Team All-Americanand First Team All Regionplayer Justin Bilyeu. Justinwas also in the runningfor National Player of theYear. First Team All RegionPlayers also includedNick Westfall and ReneDisotaur. Second Team AllRegion players includedTyler Leland, DavidDeiner, and Kyle Arnold.26 CCU514 | SUMMER 2007

CCU WHERE?Alumni Ministries Office (513) 244-8112 alumni@CCUniversity.edu www.CCUniversity.edu/alumniKristiMendenhall (’03) andCCU Admissions Counselor Natalie Pater (’03)volunteered on The Music Boat cruise for PremierChristian Cruises. They worked with the Premierstaff to assist Christian artists, bands, speakers,and guests on a 4-night cruise toOcho Rios, Jamaica.Where in the world are youwearing your CCU wear?Send us your photographs of the places you have been with your CCU clothing.If we print your submission, you will receive a CCU T-shirt to wear whilevisiting some other exotic or interesting locale.Send your photos,* along with a description of the location where the photographwas taken, and your T-shirt size, to the Alumni Ministries Office, 2700 GlenwayAvenue, Cincinnati, OH 45204 or alumni@CCUniversity.edu.*Please send high-resolution images or prints only. Images may not be returned.Events CalendarAUGUST11 Early fall move-in13 - 17 Early fall classes14 - 18 Early fall classes17 - 18 Conference: Releasing the Powerof the Smaller Church(www.HealthyChurches.org)18 New student move-in18 - 21 CBC new student orientation22 Classes begin23 Convocation chapel23 CBS new student orientation23, 27, 28 Evening classes beginSEPTEMBER28 Golf ScrambleOCTOBER4 - 7 Fall recess (no classes)16 Preaching SummitNOVEMBER1 - 2 IMPACT! 20075 - 9 Spring Semester registration21 - 25 Thanksgiving recess28 - Dec. 1 Christmas Dinner TheaterDECEMBER10 - 13 Semester examsFor more information on CCU events,visit www.CCUniversity.edu

A special event on campus at Cincinnati Christian UniversityThis year’s AlumniReunion weekend willbe held later than usualand be combined withIMPACT! 2007. Mark yourcalendars! There will bespecial lunches for the50th reunion class of1957, 55th class of 1952and 60th class of 1947.We will also be honoringthe 10th anniversaryclass of 1997, the 25thanniversary class of 1982,the 30th anniversaryclass of 1977 and the40th anniversary classof 1967. If you would liketo work with us in writinga letter and contactingclassmates about yourupcoming reunion, pleaselet Mark Koerner knowat alumni@CCUniversity.edu or 800.949.4CCU ext.8112. The 5 year classeswill also be recognized atthe reunion.Thursday, November 1 andFriday, November 2Two great days of inspiration, music,fellowship and fun!Main sessions featuring:Bob Russell, David Beamer, Rick Rusaw,Charlie McMahan, Dave Stone, Wayne Smith,Gene Wigginton, Kay Moll, Bart Stone andVince AntonucciEvents Include:Main Sessions, Honored Alumni Lunches, Special Dinner honoring50 year and beyond classes, Workshops with CCU professors,Men’s Basketball game, Friday evening Banquet, Luncheon with 5CCU Presidents—Harvey Bream, Ron Geary, Barry McCarty, DavidGrubbs and David Faust, and more!Register online at www.CCUniversity.eduTickets are $35/person or $50/couple (includes programs, twoluncheons and Friday evening banquet)2700 Glenway Avenue | Cincinnati, OH | 45204Change Service RequestedJoin us atthe NACCsee p. 26for details!