Communique - Fall 2016-3

COMMUNIQUÉ
THE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER OF SOUTHWESTERN CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
TERRELL, TEXAS
VOLUME 43, ISSUE 1 OCTOBER-DECEMBER 2016
SwCC Ushers in New Era of Growth, Strength & Stability
School Changes Promote Standing Stronger Together
By Jarilyn Fox
Southwestern Christian College, the nation’s only
Church of Christ-supported historically black college,
is ushering in a new era of growth, strength, and stability.
Dr. Jack Evans, Sr., President Emeritus; Dr.
Shelton Gibbs, III, Interim President; and Dr. John
Dansby, Sr., Board Chairman; are leaning on one another’s
vested interest in SwCC, their mutual love and
respect for each other, and divine guidance.
“Whatever
we do, we need
to do it together.
We have men
here who are
believers in the
Word of God—
that there is
s t r e n g t h i n
unity,” Evans
said. “We
wanted to develop
a theme
we feel will contribute
to the
growth of this
Southwestern Christian College
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school. Thus,
we are binding
our forces together
to be an even stronger Christian college for
the future.”
The togetherness of which Evans speaks serves
as inspiration for SwCC’s go-forward strategy and
theme: “By God’s Grace...Standing Stronger Together—Our
Unforgettable Past, Our Unshakable
Present, Our Unprecedented Future.” With this in
mind, the leadership is pressing on to increase the
school’s financial stability and increase student enrollment.
“I am very, very hopeful that during the time I
serve in this capacity, I will be able to bridge us to
the person that I believe will succeed Dr. Evans and
lead us into the rest of the 21st century,” Gibbs said.
“I have been immensely blessed to be a part of this
institution as a student, Director of Admissions, faculty
member, and part of the Board of Trustees. I
want to serve in this position because I have grandchildren
that I want this school to be able to educate
and serve.
Dansby is confident that the theme, perpetuated
by the three men working in concert, along with the
support of the Board, will ensure that SwCC remains
a formidable force. He said the Board is comprised of
individuals with innovative ideas, broad educational
experience, intense business acumen, and—most of
all—a zeal and passion for the college.
“I have been here for 26 years now, and I have
observed all of the wonderful work that Dr. Jack Evans
has accomplished while here,” he
[Dansby] said. He added that Evans’ work
has helped build the foundation for the
next level of growth.
“This school actually contributes to the
strengthening of the Church of Christ,”
Evans said. “My primary interest in this
school is what it does for the church. We
all want this school to remain alive and
well.”
Putting the theme into motion, “By
God’s Grace...Standing Stronger Together,”
SwCC is gearing up for its 79th
Lectureship, beginning with Founders’ Day activities—including
a tea—on November 20, and continuing
through November 24. This year’s Lectureship
will be like none other. Attendees can expect to hear
the vision for the future, selections from the SwCC A
Cappella Chorus, and a special salute honoring Dr.
Jack Evans. The week-long Lectureship activities
will include soul-stirring singing, remarkable speakers,
panel discussions, a much lauded ladies session,
and much more.
Registration is open now. While individual attendance
is welcome, the Lectureship committee encourages
group registration. To learn more about SwCC
and its upcoming Lectureship festivities, visit
www.swcc.edu.

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“One hundred pianos tuned
to the same fork are automatically
tuned to one another.”
Southwestern Christian
College (SwCC), the only
historically Black Christian
institution founded and
sponsored by members of Churches of Christ, is accredited
as a four-year (level II) educational college
(limited to bachelor’s degree in Bible and Religious
Education), with a two-year associate program in liberal
arts. It has existed as a school that has united and
fortified our brotherhood in faith and doctrine for
many generations. Through the years, it has called to
us and we have answered.
For so many, November conjures fond memories.
From my early childhood, Thanksgiving Day was
always spent on the campus of SwCC during its annual
Lectureship. Thanksgiving was a time of unity
because it was a special day of brotherhood fellowship.
It was the day that alumni returned to nourish
and renew lifelong friendships. Congregations from
Fort Worth, Dallas, East Texas, and saints from all
over the country made the pilgrimage to Terrell,
Texas. During these early years the community of
Terrell welcomed saints to stay in their homes as motels
were not plentiful or available.
Southwestern Christian College became our
School. Our brotherhood was unified working together
to keep the dream of G. P. Bowser alive. The
Lord blessed our efforts, and our school began to
grow. Consequently, the city of Terrell was blessed
and also began to grow. I would like to believe it was
because our great school was part of its community.
Psalm 133:1-3 (GW) - See how good and pleasant
it is when brothers and sisters live together in harmony!
It is like fine, scented oil on the head, running
down the beard—down Aaron’s beard—running over
the collar of his robes. It is like dew on {Mount}
Hermon, dew which comes down on Zion’s mountains.
That is where the LORD promised the blessing
of eternal life.
The above biblical verses illustrate the great need
for brotherhood unity.
Unique Education: Christian Education
When Ralph Waldo Emerson said that Harvard College
taught all the branches of learning, Henry Thoreau
said, “Yes all the branches but none of the
roots.” We know that Christian Education serves as
the roots of all learning.
Mission Statement
♦
Why We Must Secure Southwestern Christian College
By Dr. Shelton Gibbs, III
♦
♦
Offer a holistic educational program that will
motivate the student to value and achieve excellence
within the context of commitment to moral
and spiritual values;
To assist students in making their transitions
from high school to higher education on various
levels;
To assist students in preparation for varied vocations
in life; and
♦ To prepare future leaders for their distinct communities
and the world at large.
Southwestern Christian College is a place devoted
to Christian education. When young Christians from
all across America enroll into the college, it becomes
their new home. This Christian setting is a good
place for these young people, with new found freedom,
to embark upon their educational careers. Incorporating
Bible classes, Christian instructions, daily
chapel, the world renowned chorus, midnight devotions,
and more keeps spiritual growth and maturity as
the central goal of their educational experience. At
Southwestern each student’s faith is challenged, but it
is also nourished and encouraged. Being a Christian
is no longer strange or uncommon. It is the norm.
This extraordinary institution is the place where
young people with a shared experience are shaped and
molded into the unique and distinctive Southwestern
family; the place where we become one.
Proverbs 1:7 (GW) - The fear of the LORD is
the beginning of knowledge. Stubborn fools despise
wisdom and discipline.
Psalm 119:9-11 (GW) - How can a young person
keep his life pure? {He can do it} by holding on to
your word. I wholeheartedly searched for you. Do
not let me wander away from your commandments. I
have treasured your promise in my heart so that I may
not sin against you.
Proverbs 3:5-7 (GW) - Trust in the LORD with
all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding.
In all your ways acknowledge him, and he
will make your paths smooth. Do not consider yourself
wise. Fear the LORD, and turn way from evil.
The above biblical verses reflect SwCC’s mission
and vision.
Lifetime Christian Relationships Formed
“To be rich in friends is to be poor in nothing”
(Lilian Whiting).
Forming lifelong relationships is a huge part of
what makes Southwestern so special. As alumni, we
leave SwCC with much more than a degree. Many
leave with enduring friendships, marriage partners,
business partners, and a network of Christian fellowship.
What I have gained from my Southwestern relationships
is both immeasurable and invaluable.
Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 (GW) - Two people are better
than one because {together} they have a good
reward for their hard work. If one falls, the other can
help his friend get up. But how tragic it is for the one
who is {all} alone when he falls. There is no one to
help him get up. Again, if two people lie down together,
they can keep warm, but how can one person
keep warm? Though one person may be overpowered
by another, two people can resist one opponent. A
triple-braded rope is not easily broken.
The above biblical verses reflect SwCC alumni
relationships.
Church Benefited
“The purpose of the church is found in the exaltation
of Jesus Christ, evangelism of the lost, edification
of the believers, and expression of service.”
Numerous preachers, elders, deacons, Bible
school teachers, and ministry leaders serve many local
congregations across America and foreign countries.
There are probably more graduates of SwCC filling
these ministry positions than any other institution. I
often wonder what the Greenville Avenue Church of
Christ would be had there not been contributions of
the many alumni toward its leadership, growth, and
development. I am sure many of you can say the
same of your congregations. Our commitment to our
school should be renewed each time we encounter
capable, sound, God-fearing graduates who are faithfully
carrying out the work of the church.
Ephesians 4:11-13 (GW) - And he gave some,
apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists;
and some, pastors and teachers; for the perfecting of
the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying
of the body of Christ:
The above biblical verses illustrate how the
church benefits from Christian education.
Community
“A Christian worker is good; a worker for Christ is
better; but Christ in a worker, working out His will
through him or her is best of all.”
Doctors, lawyers, school teachers, entrepreneurs,
politicians, and numerous other professionals who are
SwCC graduates are actively serving their communities.
I am proud that my first grandson was brought
into the world by a Southwestern alumnus, Dr. Reba
Williams White. This same grandson is now my first
grandchild to attend our school. I have committed all
of my children to this institution and each of them has
gone on to secure additional degrees and serve their
communities as Christian professionals. My hope is
that my grandson and other grandchildren will do the
same.
(Continued on page 8—Securing SwCC)

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“,,,I shall be telling this with a sign
Somewhere ages and ages hence:
Two roads diverged in a wood, and I—
I took the one less traveled by,
And that has made all the difference.”
Robert Frost
The Board of Southwestern Christian College, the
only Historically Black College and University supported
by members of the churches of Christ, has chosen
to take the road less traveled. Often times, we as
Christians take the road less traveled in order to ensure
we Glorify the Master. This time is no different
for our unique group of diverse Board members. We
are marching forward to ensure our interim president,
Dr. Shelton Gibbs, III, has the support and direction
needed to soar while standing on the shoulders of our
president emeritus, Dr. Jack Evans, Sr.
The road was chosen in support of the thousands
of individuals that have graduated from the school
The Road Less Traveled
By Dr. John Dansby, Sr.
and moved on to accomplish remarkable things. For
many, SwCC offers a safe place, a haven, a rock in a
weary land. I think of people like Dr. Edward Robinson
who continues as a member of our faculty, and
Dr. Ervin Seamster who now serves as a member of
our board and many, many others.
The road was chosen so that our children and our
children’s children will know of the legacy of our
school, the school for which most of us grew up with
fond memories. The school that is an anchor among
African-American churches of Christ. The school
where the preaching giants among us, like G. P.
Bowser, R. N. Hogan, J. S. Winston, S. T. W. Gibbs, I
and II, and many, many others, invested in and sacrificed
for.
The road was chosen so that we can continue to
teach, train, and nurture outstanding Gospel ministers;
evangelists that have been taught how to exegete
scriptures, present relatable parallels, and deliver the
word in a manner that pricks
hearts and moves the masses to
confess the Lord as their Savior.
The road was chosen to
build on the history of some of
the best A Capella choruses and
singing this side of heaven and
Christian students lifting their
voices, singing praises, and
humbly sharing the heartfelt
love for Christ through spiritual
songs. Their voices
glorify our God with
warmth and purity.
The road was chosen as
a vehicle for fulfilling the
Great Commission. With
each new student enrolled,
we are increasing our ability
to reach more of the lost.
We are educating and
building an army of soldiers for the Lord, and we are
preparing them to go out, spread the word, and win
more souls for His kingdom.
Together, we will travel the road less taken to
secure Southwestern Christian College. United, with
a new direction to take our school to new heights, we
will make the changes needed as we stand stronger
together. We will address the areas we need to build
up, implement new and innovative ideas, and continue
to build on our rich legacy.
SwCC was, is, and will continue to be a rock in a
land populated by individuals in search of the Master's
hand. The leadership continues to secure and
guide us. The faculty and staff are teaching and mentoring
us. The students are listening to us. And our
supporters are behind us. As such, we are excited for
our promising future as we continue Standing Strong
Together.

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SwCC Ministers, Elders, and Deacons Reunion at SwCC’s Lectureship
November 20-24, 2016
The Administration and Staff of Southwestern
Christian College invites ALL ministers, elders, deacons,
youth and evangelism ministers, all those who
have been invited to speak during the upcoming Lectureship
(to be held the week of Nov. 20-24, 2016),
and all who, at any time, attended the college, to a
VERY SPECIAL REUNION. Since the college’s
beginning in Terrell in 1949, there has never been a
reunion like this one, which includes national and
international servants of Christ!!!
A special book of sermonic messages emphasizing
the theme of our lectureship (now revised to “By
God’s Grace: Standing Stronger—Our Unforgettable
Past, Unshakable Present, and Unprecedented future”)
will be printed and made available to you and
to the entire brotherhood.
All those who plan to attend the Lectureship are
urged to send their “best sermon” on the subject of
grace, or any aspect of our theme to Vice President
James Maxwell. All submissions of these sermons
sent to the college must be in manuscript form, and
must be accompanied by a brief biography and a
good photo. The deadline for the aforementioned
items is October 28, 2016.
Special reunion activities will begin at 9:00 a.m.
Monday, November 21, and will continue until 11:30
a.m. At 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. there will be a special
photo session, at which time photos taken will
include those with an emphasis on groups and special
interest. There are also other special activities being
planned for this date that will be revealed in other
media forms.
If there are any questions or comments concerning
this great reunion, feel free to contact Vice President
James Maxwell by phone (972-524-3341, ext.
144 or 214-616-4728), or by email, jamesjomax62@aol.com).
ALL ROADS LEAD TO SWCC FOR THE
79TH ANNUAL LECTURESHIP!!
Key Note Speakers on the Lectureship Theme
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20
Founders’ Day Program: Dr. Jack Evans, Sr., Dr.
John Dansby, and Dr. Shelton Gibbs, III.
Evening Service: Dr. Ed Robinson and John
Tillman.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21
Afternoon Session: Lloyd C. Harris
Evening Session: Walter Maxwell, Dr. Lavelle
Hayes, and Dr. Warren Blakney
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22
Evening Session: Dr. Eugene Lawton and Dr. W.
F. Washington
Please print
One Year, Two Million Dollar Campaign
November 2016 to November 2017
Present Financial Challenge:
In order to meet immediate pressing obligations and financially prepare our college for future unprecedented and expectant growth it is vital that we seriously
consider the One Year, Two Million Dollar Campaign.
Targeted Group: Individuals, Churches, Specific Donors (please check one)
___ 1,000 individuals giving $1,000 = $1,000,000.00
___ 100 Alumni giving $2,000 = $200,000.00
___ Guardian Plan (100 congregations, five year commitment) = $800,000.00
I (We), ___________________________________________________________, commit myself (ourselves) to give the amount checked above to
SwCC by December 31, 2016. If more time is needed I (we) will give in one check or payments by November 30, 2017. Please explain details or other
options.
Signature(s): ____________________________________________________________________________________
Date: _____________________ Email Address: ______________________________________________________
Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________
City, State, Zip: _________________________________________________________________________________
Home Phone: ______________________________ Cell Phone: __________________________________

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One Year, Two Million Dollar Campaign
November 2016 to November 2017
By Dr. Shelton Gibbs, III
Present Financial Challenge:
In order to meet immediate pressing obligations and
financially prepare our college for future unprecedented
and expectant growth it is vital that we seriously
consider the One Year, Two Million Dollar
Campaign.
Targeted Group:
Individuals, Churches, Specific Donors
1000 individuals giving $1,000 $1,000,000.00
100 Alumni giving $2,000 $ 200,000.00
Guardian Plan (100 congregations,
five year commitment) $ 800,000.00
All our auxiliary support groups, National Dinner
Day, and Bowser Associated Women, promote the
designated plan. They will be asked to continue their
various innovative ways of raising funds, along with
adopting the $2,000,000.00 Campaign.
REVENUE THROUGH STUDENT
RECRUITMENT
300 STUDENTS BY 2018
An educational non-profit organization should be able
to facilitate its operational expenses from the revenue
generated by its students and its qualifying government
subsidies.
Intentions:
Method:
Increase our Full-time Student Enrollment
(FTE) from 150 to 300 by
Fall 2017 and, subsequently, from
300 to 450 by Fall 2018. The FTE
includes On-campus and Online students.
Deployment of POPULI, our new
Campus Management System that
will enable us to:
1. Market, attract, enroll, and facilitate
the expectations of the millennial
technologically savvy and
prepared student base in the oncampus
and online environment.
2. Immensely expand and enhance
our online educational offerings.
3. Reach out to capture, service request
of, and electronically maintain
contact with former students,
alumni and constituents of the
institution.
Benefits: Upon securing a FTE base of 300
students, in addition to the doubling
of the tuition and fees revenue generated,
we will also re-secure the Title
III government grant of $500,000 per
year based on enrollment. Upon
achieving an FTE of 450 students, the
institution will receive $1,000,000
per year from the Title III enrollment
based grant.
Evans-Foster-Maxwell SwCC Scholarship Drive
Two Hundred Fifty Scholarships Planned for 2016-2017
By Dr. James Maxwell
Dr. Jack Evans, President Emeritus, Dr. Ben Foster,
VP for Student Affairs, and Dr. James Maxwell,
VP for Institutional Expansion, have committed themselves
to give of their time and finances to launch a
brotherhood initiative to provide 250 scholarships to
assist prospective students to attend Southwestern
Christian College, and current students to continue as
students. When we reach our goal of 250 scholarships,
the college will increase in enrollment from
150 students to 300 or more between 2016 and 2017.
Unfortunately, most of our students are not financially
able to attend the college, even many who want
to major in ministry. Most of our Christian colleges
have millions of dollars in scholarships, but SwCC
has only a few thousand dollars for scholarships.
Most of our Christian colleges’ total student costs are
thousands of dollars more than SwCC’s total student
costs. SwCC’s tuition, room, board and fees for one
full-time student is $6,481.94 per semester, and
$12,963.88 per year. Even the Pell Grant covers less
than half the amount students need for two semesters.
Dr. Evans, Dr. Ben Foster, and Dr. James Maxwell,
are giving $5,000 ($1,667 each) to activate the
scholarship fund. The Administration, faculty and
staff are encouraged to give sacrificially to this inspiring
initiative.
For those who decide to help us reach our goal,
there are several ways of approaching the type of
scholarships for SwCC.
♦
♦
♦
♦
You may personally form a scholarship in
your name or include other donors.
You may structure your scholarship as a
memorial for relatives or friends.
You may give a lump sum to cover several
years.
Or you may give enough to cover one to
five years.
♦
Also, you may provide suggestions as to
whom and how the funds will be distributed.
To keep the dream alive at SwCC, please send
your checks or money orders to Southwestern Christian
College, P. O. Box 10, Terrell, Texas, 75160-
9002. You may also pay by credit card. If you need
to call us for more information, feel free to call the
offices of Dr. Jack Evans, Sr., (972) 524-3341, ext.
122; Dr. Ben Foster, (972) 524-3341, ext. 107; or Dr.
James Maxwell, (972) 524-3341, ext. 144, or (214)
616-4728.
Those who provide scholarships will be recognized
in the Christian Echo, a special edition of the
SwCC Communiqué, and at the SwCC Lectureship in
November. Those who wish to remain anonymous
will be accommodated.

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10
DAYS
Jack Evans, Jr. Invites You to Join Him on a
Journey to Italy
February 6 – 15, 2017
Itinerary
Day 1 – February 6 - Depart from USA on overnight flight to Milan Airport in Italy. Dinner and breakfast on
board.
Day 2 – February 7 - Upon arrival in Milan, we will be met and transferred to our coach for an orientation tour
of the city. We will see Il Duomo, the third largest gothic church in Europe. We continue to Santa Maria Delle
Grazie now basically a shrine to Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper. Afternoon we continue to Padua and our
hotel for check-in. Balance of day to relax. Dinner and overnight (B,D)
Day 3 – February 8 - After breakfast we travel to Venice where we first will take a vaporetto to get to central
Venice. We then commence our walking tour of this fascinating city built on canals. We will have a half day
walking tour of Venice including a visit to the Doge’s Palace with its splendid rooms decorated by 16th century
artists. St. Mark's Basilica and Square, the Bridge of Sighs. The afternoon is at leisure to walk the many
bridges and to shop. Later return to the hotel in PADOVA for dinner and overnight. (B,D)
Day 4 – February 9 - Today, after breakfast and a short visit to the Basilica of St. Anthony we will depart for
Pisa seeing some of the most picturesque scenery along the way. We will stop to see the leaning Tower, one
of the world's best known sites. We then continue to Florence to immerse ourselves in a truly astounding collection
of Renaissance art and architecture. Florentines are fiercely proud of their cultural heritage and are
protective of the assets that define their city. Upon arrival in Florence we will have some free time. Dinner
and overnight in Florence. (B,D)
Day 5 – February 10 - Morning tour takes us to Michelangelo Square for a panoramic view of the city, the
Academia to see Michelangelo's original David Statue, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistry with its “Gates of
Paradise” doors, Signoria Square and Santa Croce Church. Afternoon free to pursue personal interests.
(B,D)
Day 6 – February 11 - Today after breakfast we depart for Assisi as we experience Tuscany and Umbria two
of Italy's most scenic regions. Our tour visits the Crypt of St. Francis under the huge Basilica of St. Francis,
which contains many of his possessions and a series of frescoes depicting his life. Our guided tour continues
with a visit to the Church of St. Clare, where the body of the Great Saint rests, and St. Mary of the Angeles
Basilica, site of the minute Church of the Porziuncola, the cave where Francis prayed. Late afternoon we continue
on to Rome. Upon arrival we drive to our hotel for dinner and overnight. (B,D)
Day 7 – February 12 - This morning we experience a guided tour of the priceless collection of art and treasures
found in the Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museum. You will be amazed by the beautiful wall frescoes created
by Michelangelo, Perugino and Botticelli. The unique ceiling of the Sistine Chapel is surely one of Michelangelo's
greatest achievements. Continue to St. Peter's Basilica, the largest church in the Christian world,
built over the tomb of St. Peter. Then proceed to the Piazza Venezia and the Roman Forum, with a stop at the
Coliseum – a testament to the greatness of Rome's past. Continue your full tour day with visits to the Arch of
Constantine, Circus Maximus, the Synagogue, Isola Tiberina, and Castel Saint Angelo. Then back to our hotel
to get ready to dine out at a popular Roman restaurant. (B,D)
Day 8 – February 13 - Half day tour to include visit to the Spanish Steps, Fountain of Trevi and the Piazza
Navona. We also visit the Catacombs. Afternoon at leisure. (B, D)
Day 9 – February 14 - Today is a full day of leisure to revisit some of what you have seen, shop or visit one of
the many museums and churches in this city. Tonight have farewell dinner at a restaurant with wine and entertainment.
(B, D)
Day 10 – February 15 - Morning transfer to the airport for your return to New York arriving the same day. (B)
Highly recommended travel insurance available at a cost of $209 per person. Insurance is nonrefundable.
For more information contact:
Jack Evans, Jr.
972.524.3341, x 115
Or email
j2rodeo@yahoo.com
or Loretta Calabrese
1.800.486.8359 x 206
lcalabrese@groupist.com
$3,698.00 per person, double
occupancy, round-trip from the New
York Area.
INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS
Round trip air from NY City gateway, meet and
assistance upon arrival, overseas transfers,
breakfast and dinner daily, tourist class hotels,
sightseeing in private coach with English
speaking guide, porterage of 1 suitcase per person,
airline fuel surcharges and VAT.
We are happy to book your domestic
flights from your home city. On your enrollment
form, please indicate closest airport.
We will confirm flights and advise
cost no later than 30 days prior to departure.
A Limited number of single rooms are
available at an additional cost of $450.
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: If $350 deposit
received by July 1, 2017, passengers
can save $100 off the cost of the
tour.

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(Securing SwCC—Continued from page 2)
My story is only one of many. Each of us has our
own story with many more to be authored by future
students who will matriculate at Southwestern Christian
College.
Matthew 5:14-16 (GW) - You are light for the
world. A city cannot be hidden when it is located on
a hill. No one lights a lamp and puts it under a basket.
Instead, everyone who lights a lamp puts it on a
lamp stand. Then its light shines on everyone in the
house. In the same way let your light shine in front of
people. Then they will see the good that you do and
praise your Father in heaven.
The above biblical verses reveal how Christian
values and relationships exemplified at SwCC enhances
community development.
Conclusion
America and the world are blessed because of
Southwestern Christian College. In this world that
continues to shift and change, both negatively and
positively, it is good to know that God has preserved
our beloved Southwestern through all the shifts and
variations of our society. We must continue to position
her for future success and stability. This can only
be done through a unified effort of epic proportion. I
ask that we all gird up the loins of our minds to support
and secure Southwestern so that future generations
can share in the memories of the dream that was
realized in the fall of 1949.
Southwestern Christian College Receives Special Scholarship Endowments
Mildred Spencer
Mark Spencer
SwCC’s administration and staff salute Mark
Spencer, the son of Mildred Spencer, and faithful
member of the Roswell Avenue Church of Christ in
Kansas City, Kansas, for the largest scholarship gift,
$20,000, since the beginning of our current scholarship
campaign. Although sister Spencer is not able to
attend worship services as frequently as in her earlier
years, she has made and is now making a great impact
as an astute visionary to assist in mobilizing the
church to soar beyond the average commitment to a
higher calling. She was instrumental in spearheading
a senior organization at the Roswell congregation that
has influenced a national seniors initiative across the
USA.
Hervey. Marilyn was one of the original members of
the Roswell Avenue Church of Christ in Kansas City,
Kansas. The entire Hervey family has been actively
engaged in the work the church. Huey serves as the
minster of Evangelism, having baptized thousands
through the years, and is also an elder at the Roswell
church.
Marilyn, while she lived, was a dedicated wife
and mother and her dedication to Christ and His
church was unparalleled. One of her greatest contributions
was her professional expertise in music and
the way she used it to enhance the variety of songs in
church worship by teaching song leaders to understand
the notes of the songs.
Marilyn Patriece has demonstrated her professional
skills in various ways, especially through her
technology skills in providing excellent PowerPoint
presentations to enhance the effectiveness of sermonic
presentations of the ministers of the church.
determined to get a good education by enrolling at
Texas Southern University in Houston, Texas, to pursue
a degree in Pharmacy. Before her graduation, she
was so highly esteemed for her beauty, personality,
charm, and intelligence that she was selected as Miss
Homecoming.
Because of her many years of excellent service as
a retail pharmacist, Sandra was promoted to Computer
Order Productivity and works from her home,
serving thousands of patients in hospitals through
their own pharmacies.
Sandra decided to establish a memorial scholarship
in honor of the late Edgar Scott, who for many
years served as the beloved minister of the South Union
Church of Christ. Sandra’s spiritual life was
greatly impacted by Minister Scott. He also served on
the SwCC Board of Trustees for several years, and
was very dedicated and liberal toward the college.
Regretting that she has not been as financially
supportive of SwCC in the past, Sandra decided that
she would financially support the printing of our Lectureship
programs this year.
Mrs. Greer cherishes her membership with the
Palm Center Church of Christ in Houston, and she
speaks highly of Dwight Gibbs who serves as minister
to the congregation.
Sandra Greer
Edgar Scott
Marilyn Hervey
Southwestern Christian College lauds Marilyn
Patriece Hervey for her generous gift of $2,500 to
endow a scholarship fund in memory of her dear
mother, Marilyn Hervey, the deceased wife of Huey
Mrs. Sandra Greer has graciously provided
$5,000 to sponsor a scholarship for students, especially
Bible majors, to attend SwCC. Although she
was very reluctant to have her name mentioned, I convinced
her that her liberality may inspire others to be
more financially supportive of our college.
Mrs. Greer, who was reared in a large family with
meager resources, understands the needs of thousands
of students who were not born with a “silver spoon in
their mouths.” In spite of her circumstances, she was

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TERRELL
Baymont Inn & Suites
1604 Highway 34, South
972-563-1521
Comfort Inn
103 Mira Place
972-524-5590, 972-524-5591
Days Inn
1618 Highway 34, South
972-551-1170
Gateway Inn
309 I-20, East
972-563-2676
Holiday Inn Express
300 Tanger Drive
972-563-7888
La Quinta Inn
1614 Highway 34, South
972-551-1090
Motel 6
101 Mira Place
972-563-0300
Super 8
1705 Highway 34, South
800-800-8000, 972-563-1511
Texas Inn
505 W. Moore
972-551-2900, 972-524-2111
KAUFMAN (approximately 15 miles
south of Terrell)
Best Western La Hacienda Inn
200 E. Highway 175
800-528-1234, 972-962-6272
Countryside Inn
501 E. Fair (US 175 Frontage
Rd.)
972-932-2101
FORNEY (approximately 15 miles
west of Terrell)
Best Western Christopher Inn &
Suites
752 Pinson Road
972-552-1412
Email: lodging@bwforney.com
www.bestwestern.com/
ChristopherInnandSuites
Super 8
103 Highway 80, West
972-552-3888
Southwestern Christian College’s
79th Annual Lectureship
November 20-24, 2016
Theme: “By God’s Grace...Standing Stronger Together—
Our Unforgettable Past, Our Unshakable Present, Our
Unprecedented Future”
REGISTRATION FORM
Costs: $120 individual _____ $200 married couple _____
$100 individual in groups of 15 or more _____
(High school students should use the HS Registration form.)
(Please list additional names on back of registration form.)
Name:
Spouse:
Address:
City/State/Zip:
Phone Number: ( )
Congregation:
Amount Enclosed:
(Please make payment payable to SwCC Lectureship.)
Mail registration form and payment to:
SwCC Lectureship
Mr. Douglas Howie
P. O. Box 10
Terrell, TX 75160-9002
Or call 972-524-3341, ext. 145 or 146
Registration fee includes registration packet;
3 meals daily, Monday through Wednesday,
plus breakfast and Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday.
Sunday’s meals are separate.

PAGE 10 THE SOUTHWESTERN CO MMUNIQUÉ’ OCTOBER-DECEMBER 2016
Southwestern Christian College’s
79th Annual Lectureship
November 20-24, 2016
Theme: “By God’s Grace...Standing Stronger Together—
Our Unforgettable Past, Our Unshakable Present, Our
Unprecedented Future”
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT
REGISTRATION FORM
Cost: $25
(Please list additional names, addresses, phone numbers, birthdays and
graduation years on a separate sheet of paper.)
Name:
Address:
City/State/Zip:
Phone Number: ( )
Date of Birth:
Graduation Year:
Congregation:
Amount Enclosed:
(Please make payment payable to SwCC Lectureship.)
Mail registration form and payment to:
Mr. Warren Roberts
SwCC Lectureship
P. O. Box 10
Terrell, TX 75160-9002
Or call 972-524-3341, ext. 161
VENDOR TABLES
Table rental fee is $200 each.
MAXIMUM 1 TABLE PER BOOTH.
Tables may be set up on Sunday, November 20,
2016, at noon. Tables must be torn down by Thursday,
November 24, 2016.
DEADLINE FOR TABLE RENTAL
IS NOVEMBER 10, 2016.
Please call Jack Evans, Jr., for availability: 972-
524-3341, ext. 115, or email Jack at
jevan2@swcc.edu or j2rodeo@yahoo.com. Make
payment payable to SwCC and mail with this form
to: SwCC Lectureship Vendor, Mr. Jack Evans, Jr.,
P. O. Box 10, Terrell, TX 75160-9002, or fax to
972-563-7133.
(Please Print)
Name:____________________________________
_________________________________________
Spouse:___________________________________
Address:__________________________________
_________________________________________
City/State/Zip:_____________________________
_________________________________________
Phone Number:__(_____)____________________
Product to be displayed:______________________
_________________________________________
Vendor cost
DOES NOT
include Lectureship
Registration.

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JOURNEY TO ITALY — TERMS AND REGISTRATION
Tour Prices: All prices in this brochure are based on airfares, land rates and exchange rates in effect at
the time of printing and on group rates of 20 passengers or more. Tours may depart with less than the
required number of passengers, at the discretion of Group IST, LLC (doing business and referred to
herein as “JOURNEYS UNLIMITED”), but an additional charge may apply. Passengers will be advised
about such surcharges 60 days before departure. All prices are subject to change without notice
prior to departure due to major currency fluctuations, changes in fuel prices and/or unforeseen economic
circumstances.
Reservations, Deposits and Final Payments: Please complete the Participant Agreement, with full
names as they appear on passports, and mail it to us with the required per person deposit plus applicable
(optional) insurance. Receipt of your deposit shall act as your agreement to these terms and conditions.
Balance is due 60 days before departure date. If final payment is received less than 60 days, a late fee
will be accessed in the amount of $50. If final payment is made by credit card (American Express,
Visa, MasterCard), JOURNEYS UNLIMITED requires a completed credit card authorization form. All
payments made by check should be made payable to JOURNEYS UNLIMITED.
Late Reservations: If a booking is made within 60 days of departure, full payment plus applicable
taxes and optional insurance is due at the time of booking. There will be a $50 late processing fee
applicable plus cost of any express or overnight mail services. No personal checks will be accepted
with reservations received 30 days or less before departure date. Money order, bank check, certified
check or credit cards (American Express, Visa, MasterCard) will be accepted.
Travel Documents: A valid passport (valid for six months after the return date of the trip) is required
to travel. Visa is required for US passport holders traveling to some destinations; please contact our
office for details. All non-US citizens must contact the appropriate consular office for entry visa requirements
pertaining to their trip. In addition non-US citizens are responsible for complying with
requirements for re-entry into the USA. JOURNEYS UNLIMITED assumes no responsibility for procurement
of passport or visas. Obtaining and carrying these documents is the sole responsibility of
passengers. JOURNEYS UNLIMITED will not be responsible for any delays, damages and/or losses,
including missed portions of your trip due to improper travel documentation.
Final Documents and Tickets: All documents and tickets are only issued upon receipt of final payment
and are sent within 3 weeks of departure. Documents and tickets are not guaranteed if final payment
and booking form are not received on time.
Air from Home City: All brochure departures are based on a New York area airport. JOURNEYS
UNLIMITED can help arrange air transportation from your home city airport. JOURNEYS UNLIM-
ITED is not responsible for any penalties incurred on domestic tickets not purchased from us, in case of
changes in the schedule of the tour. If you are making your own domestic airline tickets, please make
sure that your domestic flight time arrives at least 4 hours prior to your international departure time.
Air Changes, Cancellations & Refunds: Airline tickets issued by JOURNEYS UNLIMITED are
highly restrictive and in most instances cannot be reissued, revalidated or exchanged. If a change is
possible, a $75 per person administrative fee, plus any applicable airline change fees, will be assessed
once air tickets have been issued. Airline penalties vary depending on carrier.
Airline Seat Assignments and Special Services: There is no advance seat selection. Early check-in is
necessary to secure seats with travel companions. Seating is solely under control of the airlines. Some
airfares used may be eligible for frequent flyer mileage.
Baggage: We recommend that you take along one suitcase per person with a maximum weight of
50lbs., plus one carry on with maximum dimensions of 9”x14”x22”. Airlines also have their own baggage
restrictions; please check with the air carrier prior to your departure. All baggage is the passenger’s
responsibility throughout the tour. JOURNEYS UNLIMITED is not responsible for loss, theft, or
damage to your baggage. If a bag is lost or damaged In-flight, the passenger is responsible for notifying
the airline directly.
Airline Clause: The airlines concerned will not be held responsible for any act, omission, or event
during the time passengers are not aboard their aircraft. The passenger tickets in use by the airline,
when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between airline and the purchaser of these tickets and/or
passenger. These tours may be sold in connection with the services of any ATC or IATA Airline.
Rooms: Prices shown in the brochure are per person, based on two persons sharing a hotel room or
cabin. A limited number of single rooms are available at the supplement shown for each tour. In some
cases, when requested, we may be able to find an appropriate roommate for passengers who have
booked as a single person. If a roommate is not available, you must pay the single room supplement.
While single rooms provide privacy they are often smaller than twin bedrooms. Triple rooms are available
in many hotels for family or friends traveling together. There are no discounts for triple rooms.
Medical Conditions: While we endeavor to provide the highest level of service to all our passengers,
we cannot guarantee special facilities or assistance for disabled passengers and it is your responsibility
to arrange for such assistance as required. We regret that we cannot provide individual assistance
JOURNEYS UNLIMITED is not responsible for any medical conditions that may occur prior, during,
or after the tour.
Land Only Bookings & Tour Deviations: All JOURNEYS UNLIMITED packages include airfare
from the city designated. Land only bookings will be invoiced based on adjusted price. Arrival and
departure transfers are not provided for land only bookings. Any deviations from the tour, requested by
the client, will be assessed a charge of $100 per person, plus any additional costs the change may incur.
Responsibility: The tour member understands that he or she has no claim against JOURNEYS
UNLIMITED, and its affiliates, for any delay or damage to or loss of property or baggage or injury to
or death of persons due to any neglect or willful act of a direct air carrier, hotel, bus company, steamship
or cruise company, railroad, transportation company or service company of any kind, or any other
person or persons rendering any of the services being offered in connections with these tours. Further,
JOURNEYS UNLIMITED advises that it has no ownership interest whatsoever in any hotel, restaurant,
bus company or transportation or service company of any kind outside the USA, nor does it have any
employee outside of the USA. You may see the name JOURNEYS UNLIMITED affixed to motor
vehicles, on signs around the hotel or elsewhere. This use of our name is purely for reasons of identification
and does not denote ownership, supervision, or control by JOURNEYS UNLIMITED in any
way. JOURNEYS UNLIMITED, a brand of Group IST, LLC, and its overseas representatives, reserve
the right, without notice to change, amend or cancel any part or all of the tour and to make such
changes as may be necessary. JOURNEYS UNLIMITED acts only as an agent in securing hotels,
transportation, and other travel services from suppliers, and in no event shall JOURNEYS UNLIM-
ITED be liable in the event of any failure by any person or company to render any transportation, lodging
or other travel services to be provided on the tour. The acceptance of the initial service to be provided
under the tour shall be considered an acceptance by the tour member of these conditions. If there
is a difference between the conditions of JOURNEYS UNLIMITED and those published by suppliers,
the conditions of suppliers shall apply. JOURNEYS UNLIMITED reserves the right to substitute hotel,
cruise ships and air carriers of similar quality, and reserves the right to vary the sequence of sightseeing
and/ or to re-route the order of cities. In calculating the cost of the trip, JOURNEYS UNLIMITED has
relied on your consent to these terms and in the absence of this release, the cost of the trip would be
higher. A contract is made when your reservation and payment are accepted by JOURNEYS UNLIM-
ITED and any dispute shall be governed by New York law. We reserve the right to decline to accept a
person, or remove a person form a tour, if such person presents a significant risk to the health or safety
of himself or the group and the person cannot otherwise be reasonably accommodated.
Cancellation Policy and Refunds: We hope that nothing will prevent you from taking your JOUR-
NEYS UNLIMITED pilgrimage. However, should you need to cancel, your cancellation must be received
in writing, via email, fax or by letter. It will be effective on the date of receipt. If you cancel
your tour after you have received your documents and airline tickets, you must return them to JOUR-
NEYS UNLIMITED before we can process your refund. The following cancellations fees are only for
fixed departure date tours published in our brochure. Fees for custom groups and tours may be different,
please contact us for details. You are responsible for the cost of any non-refundable airline tickets
that have been issued on your behalf, plus the following cancellation charges per person:
Days Prior to Departure Charge
91 or more $150
90 to 61 $350
60 to 46 50% of tour cost
45 to 31 75% of tour cost
30 to 1 or no show No refund
Once the tours commence, there will be no refunds on missed or unused portions of the tour programs.
Travel Insurance:
Purchase of Travel Insurance, at the time of deposit, is strongly recommended.
Tour Cost Per Person
Premium Per Person:
Up to - $1,399 $79
$2,000 - $2,749 $109
$2,750 - $3,499 $139
$3,500 - $4,000 $209
$4,001 - $4,500 $239
IMPORTANT: We must receive your premium payment within 7 days of the date we receive your
initial deposit for your trip for the Pre-Existing Conditions clause to be waived (provided you are not
disabled from travel at the time you pay your premium).
If we cancel: We reserve the right to cancel a specific departure date or whole tour due to lack of participation
or for reasons beyond our control such as natural disasters, acts of war, acts of God or government
restrictions. If such an unlikely event should occur, we will offer an alternate departure date or
tour program. Should you decline an alternate date or should we cancel the tour outright, the limit of
our liability to you will be the refund of all monies received, including any cancellation penalties. We
will not be liable, however, for costs incurred by you not paid to us, such as visas and passport costs,
items of a personal nature, domestic transportation either by ground or air etc., nor will we be liable for
any psychological damages, traumas, stress, disappointment, personal and financial loss resulting from
our change of departure date or cancellation of a tour. Refunds are not provided for services included,
but not used on a trip.
Not Included in the Published Price: Airport taxes, border taxes, port taxes, and items not listed on
each program such as meals, beverages and items of personal nature, excess luggage allowance, laundry,
room service, travel insurance, passport and visas costs, shore excursions, expenses for additional
sightseeing not specified in the itinerary, any incurred medical costs and replacement of items forgotten
or stolen while on the tour, and gratuities (a list of suggested tips will be provided with final documents).
Publishing Disclaimer: JOURNEYS UNLIMITED is not responsible for any typographic or printer’s
error or omission. Prices in this brochure and on our websites are accurate at the time of printing and
are subject to change without notice due to changes in market factors including but not limited to foreign
currency and supplier cost fluctuations. JOURNEYS UNLIMITED, a brand of Group IST, LLC,
is a registered seller of travel in the State of California, CST# 2077183.
Important: For security reasons and due to the measures taken by the authorities, airlines require that
the passengers’ name in the air reservations must exactly match the name as it appears on the passport.
JOURNEYS UNLIMITED is not responsible for denied boarding or re-issue costs due to an incorrect
name supplied to us. JOURNEYS UNLIMITED requests a copy of your passport picture page to ensure
correct name on tickets and documents.
See top of page 14 for registration form.