Parent Weekly NewsletterSpring 2008, Issue #1 |
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Biola
University, Office of Parent Relations, 13800 Biola Ave, La Mirada, CA
90639 / (800) 99-BIOLA / (562) 906-4535
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Greeting |
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The Kingdom in our Midst I grew up on a farm in west Michigan in a little community that was settled by the Dutch Reformed and the German Mennonites (my family came from the Mennonite line, my husband the Reformed.) Life was simple and predictable in our town. I attended the same school for thirteen years, graduating from high school with basically the same kids from my kindergarten class. Few families moved away and few moved into town, that is, until the first crops were ready for harvest in May. At that time the Mata family, along with several other Mexican migrant families from Texas, would arrive to live and work for the local farmers until the snow started to fly in October. For half the year our community experienced racial diversity. Or did they? The migrant workers’ families didn’t go to our schools or our churches. They didn’t usually eat in the local restaurant (yes, we had just one) or skate at the roller rink. If I hadn’t been a farmer’s daughter, with the occasional opportunity to hang around the migrant houses in hopes of scoring a fresh, homemade tortilla from Señora Mata, I wonder if I would have ever had contact with the Mexican families that lived among us. Seventeen years ago my husband and I moved to southern California and entered a different world. My parents, only half-joking, told friends that we were missionaries in a foreign country. In a way, that’s how we felt at first, surrounded by people representing almost every continent on earth. But for us, it was very exciting! We were forced out of our comfort zone and we liked it. And if Heaven is going to have believers from every nation, tribe and tongue praising God together, then building community within diversity must be an important part of our life as believers here on earth. And that is why I am so thankful that ethnic diversity is important to Biola. Within Biola’s “Mission, Vision and Values” is a “Diversity Statement” including written theological support for our stance. I encourage you to read these documents when you have a chance. Our mission of diversity is enhanced and supported by our Department of Multi-Ethnic Programs and Multi-Cultural Relations Board, which sponsors clubs, programs, chapels and other events that offer diverse experiences as well as provide education. One such event is occurring on campus next weekend called SCORR. The 12th annual Student Congress on Racial Reconciliation (SCORR) is a “unique conference, which focuses on the needs of students from culturally diverse backgrounds on the Christian College campus,” states its director Glen Kinoshita. “This year’s theme, The Kingdom in our Midst, seeks to remind us that the Kingdom of God is a current day reality. Our challenge is to live in such a way that we seek first His Kingdom and its righteousness (Matthew 6:33).” The SCORR conference provides a wonderful opportunity for our students to grow in their love and compassion for people of all ethnicities. It will be held February 8-9 on Biola’s campus, with college students from a variety of Christian institutions participating, including George Fox, Fresno Pacific, Westmont and Taylor. A long list of exceptional speakers, musicians and artists will be offering special sessions and workshops. Visit the SCORR homepage to learn more about the conference and consider attending some or all of the sessions if you are able. I am so glad we serve a God who created each one of us as unique individuals. May we learn to build one another up as we live in community in the Kingdom of God. Colleen Heykoop Manager, Parent Relations |
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Name Campaign |
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Name Campaign 2008Do you know students who would be a great match for Biola? Let us know!
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Upcoming Events |
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Biola Opera Theater Presents The Merry Wives of WindsorDates:
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_______________________________________________________________  Boundaries 2008Dates: Saturday, February 2 at 8:00 AMAdmission: Tickets cost $20. Location: Sutherland Hall Contact: carrie.high@biola.edu or at 562-903-4785 Event Description Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend, nationally known psychologists, award-winning authors, and Rosemead School of Psychology alumni present "Boundaries 2008". The webcast event will be hosted by the Rosemead Student Government. _______________________________________________________________  Cultural Apologetics: Goodness, truth, and beauty from Dante to Harry Potterwith John Mark Reynolds, Ph.D.In this wonderfully stimulating presentation, Dr. John Mark Reynolds explores how the great Christian truths have changed culture from the middle ages to the present. You will glean the most powerful ideas for transformation from the sages of the past and learn how to apply them in your life and our present cultural situation to bring the light of Christ to the nations. Don't miss this exclusive and informative mini-course! February 7-9 Thursday and Friday, 6 – 10 pm, Saturday 9 am – 5 pm Biola University Business Building Cost:only $75 Biola staff/alumni/family only $50 current Biola students (regularly $95) Register: contact our office at x4570 (or 562.906.4570 off campus) _______________________________________________________________  Student Congress on Racial ReconciliationRegistration deadline is February 1, 2008.Dates: February 8 - 9 Fees: Student fee $45.00 Staff/Advisor fee $60.00 Fee includes housing for students, conference sessions, meals, and registration packet. The registration fee does not include housing for staff and others. Advisors can be accommodated at the Gateway Plaza Holiday Inn, La Mirada, 1(800) 35-MOUSE. Check-in will be from 4 -6 pm on Friday, February 8, 2008 in the Student Union Bldg. ______________________________________________________________________________
 The Biola Birthday Bash presents SWITCHFOOT!Join us as we COUNT DOWN to Biola's 100th AnniversaryFeaturing Switchfoot with special guests The Myriad and Tyrone Wells Dates: Sunday, February 24 at 10:00 PM Admission: $15 for current students with ID from the Associated Students office. $20 for alumni/faculty/staff from the Alumni Office $25 for all others Location: Biola University Chase Gymnasium Contact: alumni@biola.edu 562.903.4727 Event Description Centennial Celebrations, Alumni for Life and Associated Students are proud to present the Biola Birthday Bash featuring SWITCHFOOT! Join us for a "New Year's-style" count down as we usher in a new century! Complete with a special concert by Switchfoot, birthday cake and much much more. This event WILL sell out so be sure to buy your tickets early! |
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Chapel Mission Statement“Chapel brings together the Biola community for a directed time of worship and instruction, focused on developing mature disciples of Jesus Christ.” Chapel Theme for 2007 – 2008: “United in Gratitude –Bonded in Love” (Col. 3: 1 – 17) Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Chapels Chapel #1: 9:30 a.m. in Chase Gymnasium There is a longer 10:30 a.m. Chapel. Thursday Undergraduate Chapels 9:30 a.m. in Calvary Chapel February: Mon.4/Tues.5/Wed. 6- Family Life Series: Dennis Rainey, Family Life, Little Rock, Ark. The purpose of the Family Life Series messages is to present, expound and promote a biblical view of family life and relationships. Healthy family relationships are very important to God, since sinful and dysfunctional relationships (especially among believers) can reflect poorly on His name and nature. Series messages can address dating relationships, marriage relationships, and parent-child relationships. The approach proceeds from a biblical foundational perspective, but may also deal with the correcting of dysfunctional perspectives and relationships from a biblical foundation. Thurs. 7- AJ Sherrill, Origins Church, Long Beach Teacher/Community Designer, Origins Church. Origins Church Los Angeles/Long Beach is a part of The Origins Movement, a new church planting movement committed to multiplying missional communities through the influential urban centers of the world. The first community is in Manhattan New York, and since January 2007, Origins Los Angeles and Origins Rome have taken root. Fri. 8- Dayn Mansfield Dayn Mansfield is the new generational director of the Quest service and college ministry at Atascadero Bible Church. He previously served four years as a Christian Camp program director in the San Bernardino Mountains, and served as the College director of one of the most dynamic college ministries in the history of San Luis Obispo over a decade ago. Dayn is known as a discipler with a great burden to reach those who "don't like church." |
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Parent's Corner |
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Parent Calling CampaignThe office of Parent Relations is partnering with the Office of Admissions this spring to assist in calling parents of prospective students. We have found that parent-to-parent contact is a great addition to the recruitment and decision making process for families of prospective students. We would like to invite you to assist us. We are seeking 100 Biola parents who would be willing to call 10 parents of prospective Biola students in their area. If you are interested you will be provided with all the necessary information, including a list of Frequently Asked Questions and a sample script. To participate please email parent.relations@biola.edu and include your name, your home address, your email address, your phone number, and your student's name.Spring 2008 Hugs from HomeThis semester, we are once again offering you several opportunities to let your students know you are thinking of them. To order a gift package for your student's birthday, Valentine's Day, or just because visit our website at www.biola.edu/parent/products/ or call our office at 1.800.99.BIOLA.Valentine's Day Hugs- Order by February 7th!Note all Valentine orders will be delivered on Thursday February 14th, 2008 and orders must be placed by Thursday February 7th, 2008.Very Big Valentine Brownie- $15  A very big chocolate brownie decorated with frosting and a "Happy Valentine's Day"message. click here to order Valentine's Package- $15  A bottle of Martinelli's, festive Valentine's Day cups, a box of See's candy, and a gift card good for a movie rental from Blockbuster, make for the perfect Valentine's treat. click here to order Valentine's Balloons- $5  For that little extra treat on February 14th, add one "Happy Valentine's Day" mylar balloon, as well as 3 other colorful latex balloons to any Hug package to be delivered on Valentine's Day. click here to order [ return to top ] |
