Mark Ralph (right), pastor of Mt. Zion UB church (Wayne, Ohio), is mourning the death of his mother. Leona Elizabeth Ralph passed away on Saturday, May 28, 2016, in Jupiter, Fla. She and her husband, George, spent their life in the ministry; at her death, she and George had been married 73 years. You can read the complete obituary here.

The funeral will be held Friday, June 3, at Grace Immanuel Bible Church in Jupiter, Fla.

Rev. Mark Ralph, a 1974 Huntington University graduate, has served United Brethren churches since 1975 in Michigan, Alabama, and Ohio.

Condolences can be sent to Mark Ralph at 7481 Bays Rd, Wayne, OH 43466.

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Come to Gettysburg in September 30 – October 2, and join hundreds of other women for the 2016 United Brethren Women’s Conference. We will be surrounded by historic landmarks, Civil War-era charm, and stunning scenery.

Keynote Speaker

Our guest speaker is Nicky (Boelter) Poarch. Nicky and her husband, James, and their three children served as missionaries in Indonesia for 11 years, eventually working in the village where James grew up. Then, in 2013, James died suddenly. Nicky and her three children returned from the field and now live in Arizona.

Nicky will share her amazing story and her passion for living the Gospel in front of people.

Event Cost

$75 (includes 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch).

Wives of pastors may request a $50 reduction, compliments of long-time supporter Harold Hazen in memory of his late wife, Phronsie.

Hotel Cost

You’ll be staying at the Wyndham Gettysburg Hotel, which is located on a 100-acre campus just minutes from the battlefield, with modern amenities and world-class dining. Hotel costs below are for two nights, based on number of persons in the room. All beds are Queen beds.

Early Bird, Before June 16

$70 per person (4 persons in a room).
$95 per person (3 persons in a room).
$145 per person (2 persons in a room).
$285 per person (1 persons in a room).

All hotel prices increase $25 after June 16 (for example, $95 per person for quad occupancy). After August 16, assuming rooms are still available, prices rise another $25 ($120 per person for quad occupancy).

Schedule

Friday Night
4:00 Registration
7-9:00 Evening Session
Saturday
7:30 Breakfast
9:00 Workshops/Morning Session
Noon Lunch
1:00 Free time
Dinner on your own
7:00 Evening Session
Sunday
7:30 Breakfast
9:00 Morning Session
11:30 Dismissal

For More Information….

Go to the conference website at UBWomen.org. You’ll find a flyer you can download and print off for women in your church.

Wilson’s key responsibilities include community worship and teaching, spiritual development and growth for students and staff, pastoral care, and leading campus ministries and outreach opportunities. As a member of the senior leadership team, Wilson will also be involved in the University’s strategic and long-term planning.

“I am truly thankful for the opportunity God has given me to collaborate with staff and faculty in keeping Christ-at-center here at Huntington University,” said Wilson.

In 2004, Wilson graduated from Taylor University Fort Wayne with a degree in pastoral ministries. In 2012, he earned a Master of Arts degree in youth ministry leadership from Huntington University.

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Interested in becoming a nurse? Are you a high school student entering your junior or senior year? Come to Huntington University July 11-15 for the Nursing Career Academy.

This week-long, college-like, nursing camp explores the field of nursing in a hands-on environment. Participants will have the opportunity to become CPR certified and learn basic first aid and nursing skills. They will also tour area hospitals and trauma centers and interact with a variety of nursing professionals. Campers will stay in the dorms with current and past HU nursing students. Here are photos from the 2015 camp.

The cost is $300. That covers all educational supplies, meals, housing, field trips, activities, and camp shirt.

The Huntington University website has complete information (what to wear, what to bring, etc.), plus a link for registering. Below are some photos from the 2015 camp.

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On Saturday May 14th, Huntington University honored 247 graduates during its 118th Commencement ceremonies.

  • 25 Master of Arts degrees.
  • 6 Master of Education degrees.
  • 61 Bachelor of Arts degrees.
  • 4 Bachelor of Music degrees.
  • 116 Bachelor of Science degrees.
  • 18 Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees.
  • 10 Bachelor of Social Work degrees.
  • 7 Associate of Science degrees.

The Commencement speaker was Dr. Larry Mercer, vice chairman of the board at LeTourneau University in Longview, Texas.

Krista Wood and Niles Berry, Foresters of the Year.

Krista Wood and Niles Berry, Foresters of the Year.

On May 3, awards were presented to various members of the Huntington University family during the annual Forester Night. Here are a few of the awards.

Foresters of the Year (voted on by the student body). Niles Berry, a senior social work major from Rochester, Ind., was named the Male Forester of the Year. Krista Wood, a senior nursing major from Waterville, Ohio, was named the Female Forester of the Year.

Paul and Jean Michelson Alpha Chi Outstanding Scholar Award. Alpha Chi members selected Bronwen Fetters, a senior English writing and literature major from Huntington, Indiana. She is the daughter of former Macau missionaries Luke and Audrey Fetters.

Professor of the Year. This honor went to Dr. Tim Smith, professor of non-western history, who joined the HU faculty in the fall of 2007. He previously taught history at the University of East Anglia in the United Kingdom. Smith is particularly interested in Cambodia, Vietnam, and Kashmir.

Twenty-two seniors also were honored by their respective departments with Outstanding Senior Awards, which are voted on by faculty. You can read about them here.

Breaking ground for the new Welcome Center.

Breaking ground for the new Welcome Center.

On April 21, Huntington University broke ground for new Welcome Center, which should be completed by late fall 2016. It’s a 3000-square-foot addition to the Merillat Centre for the Arts, and will cost around $700,000. A member of the HU Board of Trustees gave a $500,000 lead donation to get the project underway.

The Welcome Center will mostly house the Admissions office, which is currently located in the lower-level of the Livingston Residence Hall.

The west Michigan cluster is hosting two trips to Israel in June of 2017. There is space available for anyone interested in joining us on this life-changing trip. If interested please contact Joshua Good at HomeFront church (Grandville, Mich.) as soon as possible. We can answer any questions you have and begin the process of including your name on our roster.

June 8-18, 2017
This trip is designed for first-time visitors to Israel. It will hit the most familiar and popular biblical sites, including: Mt. Carmel, Valley of Armageddon, Nazareth, Capernaum, Sea of Galilee, Mt. of Beatitudes, Caesarea Philippi, Jordan River, Qumran, Swim in the Dead Sea, Masada, Bethlehem, Jerusalem, Gethsemane, Rabbinical Tunnels, Upper Room, Via Delarosa, Church of the Holy Sephulcure, The Holocaust Museum, and many more!

June 22 – July 2, 2017
This trip is geared for persons making a return trip to Israel. It will include some sites that are a bit off the beaten path. These include Bethsaida, Herodian, Cana, Ein Gedi, the Jewish Market, Megiddo, Jericho, and Beersheba.

Cost
The total cost if $4200. This covers all of your expenses for 11 days, except lunch each day. The trip is planned through Gill Travel, and includes world-class guides, 4-5 star hotels, and comfortable travel.

For more information, download this brochure about the trip.

Dedication of the new parsonage at Brooklyn Park.

Dedication of the new parsonage at Brooklyn Park.

The fire-ravaged parsonage at Brooklyn Park.

The previous parsonage after the tragic fire.

On April 17, Brooklyn Park UB church (Baltimore, Md.) dedicated its rebuilt parsonage. Pastor Samuel Sinnah and his son, Joseph, planned to move in as soon as the county granted a permit for occupancy.

The parsonage burned on February 10, 2015, claiming three lives: Mrs. Letitia Sinnah, 17-year-old son Sundima Sinnah, and a neighbor, Christopher Rickman, who tried to help.

cyle-youngKathy Maybee, Heart O’ the Lakes UB church (Brooklyn, Mich.)

We are excited to introduce Pastor Cyle Young (right) as the new Lead Pastor at Heart O’ the Lakes Church. Cyle and his wife Patty have three children; Carver (9), Cyleigh-Anne (7), and Carrick (4). Cyle will be with us on May 1 and his family will join him here on May 8. They have secured housing and are working through the process of making the move from Springfield, Ohio.

Cyle is an ordained minister with over 16 years of fulltime ministry experience. He holds a B.A. in Religious Studies from the University of Michigan where he graduated with honors, and was a four-year student athlete. He has an M.A. in Christian Leadership from Liberty University, and an M.R.E. in Religious Education from Liberty University. Cyle and his wife Patty have authored several books, and Cyle has been a keynote speaker at many conferences, colleges and universities.

Cyle previously served as Executive Pastor of Family and Sports in a large multi-campus church. He also served as Pastor of Children, Students, and Sports in a church of 1,400. He was an Executive Pastor of Youth and Family, and the Lead Pastor for an inner-city church plant. Cyle has led mission trips, managed multiple staff and volunteers, and even plays bass guitar.

We are excited to welcome Cyle and his family to Heart O’ the Lakes Church. May God truly bless them as they join our family at Heart O’ the Lakes Church.