9 DEVOTIONALS As regular as clockwork 3,000 stud_ents scurry out of dorm rooms and parking lots and rush to the Benson. What may look to strangers like a repeat of Israel's mass exodus is in reality the student body gathering for a daily devotional in chapel. Chapel has been an important tradition at Harding since its establishment in 1924 and, according to senior missions major Jeff Cash, it's an enjoyable time of fellowship and worship. He said, "I enjoy chapel because it provides an opportunity for me to focus on God while I spend time with my friends. 11 Assistant professor Kay Gowen commented that the devotional programs were uplifting, but what she found most encouraging was the manner in which the students stayed and visited. She said, "What's really neat about chapel is that it's a time for everyone to be together and praise God. You just don't find this atmosphere at other schools. 11 Senior Kevin Kee said that what he liked was the singing: "There's nothing like hearing 3,000 voices raise the roof of the Benson! It boosts my spirits and praises God at the same time. 11 Although many students felt the inconvenience of "another early-morning time demand, 11 many others felt like sophomore Leah Mangrum. She said, "Sometimes chapel isn't as 'entertaining' or as 'interesting' as we might expect it to be, but it's a designated part ofmy day when I have to sit down, relax, and think about the more important parts of life. It's all about praising God - it gives proper perspective to an otherwise hectic day."+ BURNING MIDNIGHT OIL. Nine a .m. comes early for sophomore Joel Vincent. After late night studying during test week, students found it hard to keep their eyes open - even in chapel. 2 76 STUDENT LIFE - Anissa Campbell WARNING, EXPLOSIVE! Francisco Paz assists Adam Adams with an experiment during chapel. Chemistry club was only one of the many entertaining chapel programs during the year.
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