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JULY 26, 2023
SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES SINCE 1954
VOL XXXIX • NO 9
Lancaster Bible College is as relevant today as it’s ever been BY JEFF FALK
ooks have always played a critical role in college education. At one local college, the main focus is on perhaps the most studied book in the history of mankind the Good Book. “What makes us different is that we’re a Bible college,” said Lancaster Bible College, Capital Seminary & Graduate School (LBC) executive vice president Jael Chambers. “At most colleges, you can take a course in Christianity. But every class at Lancaster Bible College is coming from the Bible. We think about what the Bible teaches and insert it into every course.” Not unlike the Bible, LBC, whose main campus is located at 901 Eden Road, Lancaster, has stood the test of time. This year, Lancaster Bible College is celebrating the 90th anniversary of its founding. Ninety years of positively influencing hundreds of
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thousands of young spirits, nine decades of serving, of being a part of the Lancaster community. Sure, there’s been plenty of change, but some things just never go out of style. “Ninety years is a testament to God and how he uses people to share his Gospel across the world,” said Chambers. “It’s unbelievable to see the connections the college has made over the years. We’re rooted in the past and building for the future.” Established as Lancaster Bible School in September of 1933 by Henry J. Heydt, the college welcomed an initial class consisting of 22 students. By the 1970s, Lancaster Bible College had expanded to include 400 students and a campus of 36 acres. Today, Thomas Kiedis is LBC’s sixth president, the campus is 100 acres in size and the school is recognized as one of the top online Bible colleges in the country. See LBC pg 3
Three decades of ASSETS “Historically, we’ve done a lot of work in Lancaster city,” said Kevin Nofziger, business development officer with ASSETS. “But more of our clients are coming from all over the county.” On Tuesday, Sept. 12, ASSETS will celebrate 30 years serving Lancaster with an event at Southern Market, 100 S. Queen St., Lancaster. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets, which are necessary to attend the event, called ASSETS at 30, may be purchased at https://assets-at -30.eventbrite.com. ASSETS was started by the
Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA) in an effort to create stateside opportunities for entrepreneurs. “ We are a CDFI (community development financial institution),” said Nofziger, who noted the organization plans to expand beyond Lancaster County. ASSETS can offer loans from $1,000 to $50,000. Three main lending products are available: a small business loan of up to $10,000; an impact loan of up to $30,000, and a special Reimagining Our Community loan of up to $10,000 for one year at 1%, accompanied by a 30% matching grant. Loans are only the beginning of
In Township, everybody needs a night out BY JEFF FALK
On the surface, National Night Out appears to be about the community coming together and celebrating everything that is Manheim Township. But on a different level, it’s a strengthening of a bond that already exists between citizens and the Manheim Township Police Department. On Tuesday, Aug. 1, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., the Manheim Township Police Department will sponsor its 10th annual National Night Out at Manheim Township Community Park, 309 Petersburg Road, Lancaster. The evening’s festive atmosphere
There’s something for everyone at Manheim Township National Night Out.
will feature food, fun and games and especially community pride. National Night Out is a countrywide initiative designed to foster
neighborhood relationships and police-community partnerships. “I think (the bond is) strong and I think (the police and community)
See ASSETS pg 4
See National Night Out pg 3
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