Chapel was a Source of .. Sweet Fellowship lH arding was established to assist student in integrating faith , learning and living. Spiritual growth of eve1y student was a top priority for the administration. This focus was seen in chapel as the devotionals helped to edify and encourage eve1yone in attendance. Each w ekday morning , the entire student body and faculty came together in the Benson Auditorium to worship the Lord and fellowship with one another. Dr. Burks commented that chapel was the highlight of his day. "It set the tone for the entire student body and faculty On a daily basis, II he said. In addition to the devotional emphasis , chapel was a tim to share information and programs of general interest. Senior Stacie Evans said, "Chapel was a good time to sit still and enjoy ome quality time apart from my busy schedule ." Fellow hip was also a key element of daily chapel. Freshman Ann Bartak said, "It was a great time to see friends you don't cross paths with regularly." Perhaps more than anything, chapel provided a daily reminder of who we were here to serve. Dr. Jo hn Ryan and Teny Smith pani cipa te in the chapel ~ong se1Yice. Chape l ,,·as a da il y uplift for students and facu lty. 28 Student Life --Scott Baine Kin Ellis g ives the chapel de,·o rional during the fa ll lectureship. Guest speakers frequented the Benson stage during chapel.
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