May we all reflect upon how almighty God, in His zeal, sent his Son to rescue us from the gloom and darkness of sin. May His peace be with you. Lois '51 McBeth in honor of their parents, the new alumni center will be named the McBeth Alumni Center. This is an especially appropriate tribute for David, who during his tenure as advancement director from 1964-1982 started Messiah's alumni relations office and initiated numerous alumni relations programs and services. The McBeth Alumni Center will be built adjacent to the existing Climenhaga Homestead, which is being restored to serve as a guest house facility.
Plans are underway to begin renovation and construction early next year.
The Messiah College Alumni Council met during Homecoming Saturday. Pa. Biology Teacher, Red Lion Area School District President and Lorna Sawatsky brought greetings to the council. President Sawatsky outlined his vision and hopes for what Messiah College can become by 2009 - its centennial anniversary year. Randy Ness, director of alumni communications, presented the initial summary data from the recently conducted alumni survey. Council members will review data and come prepared to discuss strategic planning issues for alumni relations at its winter council meeting.