Joanna Beth Walker - Searcy, AR. Marketing. Ko Jo Kai . Alpha Chi , American Marketing Association (Executive Vice- President), American Studies, Barristers, College Republicans, Dean 's List, Del ta Mu Delta (Secretary), JOY, Phi Beta Lambda, SAM. Michael A. Wallace - Clearfield , KY. Kimberly D. Wallis - Bossier City, LA. Nursing. Ko Jo Kai (At hletic Director) . Kappa Tau Omega Queen, HSNA (Vise-President), Intramurals (Basketball AllStar) , Intercollegiate Basketball. David Eugene Ward - Searcy, AR. Elementary Education. Titans. Sigma Phi Mu Beau, Dactylology Club, Dena's List, Pi Gamma Psi, SNEA, Student Imapct (Group Leader), ASESA (Vice-Presiden t). Cope's 'Peak of the week' Bible class spiritually uplifts students, visitors We all had those special times, at those special places with our favorite people, where the setting was just right, and we felt exceptionally close to God. There were certain moments or situations where we could really feel God's presence, his power, his love and his joy. This feeling was brought on a lot of times by the encouragement and the love we felt from our fellow brothers and sisters in Christ as we all praised God. That feeling was one that flowed throughout the 5:30 class that Mike Cope taught in the Benson Auditorium on Wednesday nights. The 5:30 class that Cope called the "Peak of the Week" class was a definite uplift time spiritually for the college students. Its casual environment, in which Tshirt and jeans were suitable, coupled with the thrill of a mass of voices singing praises to God, really made the class a positive step towards the spiritual fulfillment of the student body and most imMark Steven Waters - Ft. Lauderdale, FL. portantly towards the honor given to God that he deserved. The class began back in the fall of 1985 when attendance at the Wednesday night services at the College Church was very low in relation to the college students. Cope convinced the Elders at the College Church that a separate class, set aside strictly for college students, might be beneficial. "Wednesday night class at the College Church had become just another Sunday service with the same blue song books," said Cope. "We needed to create an opportunity to worship, encourage and be encouraged on the students own turf for the intent of the class." The class began at the annex near the College Church. Immediate growth forced the class to the Heritage Auditorium, then as attendance grew even larger the class eventually settled in the Administration Auditorium. "The singing there was so full and so rich. It was wonderful to hear praises to our Timothy Neil Weaver - Birmingham, AL. Accounting. Theta Tau Ameri can Studies, Tri Sigma Delta Beua, Dean 's List, Delta Mu Delta, Pi Gamma Psi, Resident Assistant. Kristin Gayle Webb - No rth Little Rock, AR. Public Relations. Ju Go Ju (ICC Representative) . Bison Staff (reporter), Campaigns (Italy), Cheerleader, Dean 's List, Petit Jean Staff, PRSSA, TV-19 (Anchor-Weather). Julie Ann Weibel - Yacaipa, CA. 158 Endless Faces God bounce around the auditorium. The sound was always such a full one," said Cope about class in the Administration Auditorium. "I've missed that sound and I'm sure many of the students have too since we were moved to the Benson." The move to the Benson was necessary as construction for the interim library began in the Administration Auditorium in the Spring of 1989. "You can't measure spiritual success by numbers of people and we're definitely not trying to," said Cope. "But the turnout (which is about 1600 people) is great and I feel that its a very positive thing that has got its focuses in the right place." "I want this class to be a challenge and an encouragement to the students. I preach only through biblical exposition and try no to make it seem like a pep assembly," said Cope. Some of the pluses of the class that Cope mentioned were the fact that it opened up opportunities to have singing groups come in and perform their acapella music, it gave drama groups like Conquerors a chance to perform and spread their message, plus it gave the college students a chance to participate more fully in the service. "I'm the only person involved in the running or order of the worship service that is not a college student," pointed out Cope. "I think that this, plus the fact that the students .really feel like they're in their natural environment, really helps to meet the needs of the students." Cope concluded by saying that teaching this class truly was the highlight of his teaching ministry. This said a lot about the power and the inspiration that the class provided for both speaker and listener. Then, at the end of class, as always has been the tradition at the class, Cope led the class in the closing hymn: "O Lord, our Lord, how excellent thy name .. . " - Darren Bonham
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