ALETHEIA
Volume XXVI, Number 15
Montreat-Anderson College
February 9, 1993
Chapel
Committee
Seeks
Variety
By Eric Bush
This year has seen minor,
but noteworthy, changes in the
M-AC Spiritual Life and Chap
els Committee. The twelve
member committee is chaired
by Dr. Ron Brunson who cited
variety as the principal need of
the chapel system. He also
added,' "I believe the main fo
cus of chapels should be the
students, because the college is
here for the student, and chapel
is often the primary corporate
worship experience for stu
dents." Brunson also said that
the purpose of chapel is "to pro
vide for the total M-AC family
a time of worship," and that
too great a similarity of speak
ers does not meet the needs of
"different traditions that are
reflected in our Montreat-
Anderson family."
This need is well acknowl
edged by M-AC students like
Rod Steward, who said, "Chap-
Greybeard Players Begin Spring Season
Two Plays to he presented in March
By Jamie King
On March 2nd and 3rd, the
Greybeard Players tentatively
plan to present to the Montreat-
Anderson audience two one-act
plays — "The Wooden Pear" and
"A Balcony Scene." The former,
a play written by Gillian Plow
man, is being directed by Janie
King. The play’s actor and ac
tress are Ed Heidel, playing
Daniel, and Melissa Burgess,
playing Madeline. Daniel and
Madeline meet in the park after
Daniel's release from prison,
which resulted from his abrupt
and unexpected attack on
Madelinejen years earlier. Bur
gess stated that as the play un
folds the audience will feel
"tense and shocked." Heidel
thought the play would "open
some eyes, and clean out some
ears here at Montreat." In either
case, both felt the audience
would gain "understanding to the
value of their
own life."
The latter
play, "A Bal
cony Scene,"
is written by
Donald Elser,
and directed
by Jen Hard
man. Audi
tions were
held last Fri
day for the three female and five
male roles. The plot centers
around a man who attends his
own funeral. He is shocked as
he watches his attendants' atti
tudes to the play. When Hard
man was asked why she chose
Balcony Scene Cast
Man
Eric Bush
Friend
Mark Bolick
Mother
Janie King
Daughter
Ann-Luise Snyder
Wife
Frances Domingues
Husband
Jim Bates
Gangster
Jen Branham
Girl
Shalimar Kinsey
this play, she responded, "Many
times we simply try to give
people answers, but often forget
to make them
ask questions."
When she
was asked about
the recent audi
tions that oc
curred Friday
afternoon,
Hardman
stressed that
Montreat-
Anderson "has
the potential for a strong drama
department. What we need now
is student involvement. I am
really excited that we have
people auditioning that haven't
before."
els are becoming redundant.
They always have the same old
routine. Maybe if they had more
variety in speakers, they would
hold your interest." Tracey
Morrison voiced a different
opinion, "I like chapel, but I
think the students should be able
to help pick out the speakers."
The committee is aware of this
feeling, and in response has
added an SCA representative to
its membership, along with con
tinuing student member Justin
Ramb, SGA President. Through
either of these representatives,
the students are free to voice
opinions and suggestions to the
Spiritual Life Chapels Commit
tee.
Some of the changes, such
as more music, have already
begun to take shape. The change
is expected to be gradual, but
some students, like Mustafa
Akaskal, have already noticed a
difference. He said, "This year
has been much better with the
addition of Ed Bonner and the
music of Rebecca Bush."
Through the efforts of the Spiri
tual Life and Chapels Commit
tee, M-AC students can look for
continuing changes and diver
sity in Chapel services.
Paddling Club will Brave the Rapids
By Kenneth Graham Jr
On February 13, 1993, the
Paddling Club of Montreat-
Anderson College will sponsor
an event involving canoeing,
kayaking, and rafting. Along
with conquering roaring rapids
and hidden rocks, the spectacu
lar scenery will overwhelm the
participants in this thrilling
event as they cruise over the
French Broad River.
Those going on the trip will
leave Montreat around eight
thirty and will travel by van to
the beautiful French Broad
River. After plunging through
rapids and dodging challenging
rocks, participants will be
Community and College Plan Clean-up
treated to lunch provided by the
Montreat-Anderson College
Dining Hall. The cost of this
event is free to members of the
Paddling Club and only five
dollars for those who will want
to be members after this excit
ing trip.
The trip will be led by Jay
Guffey, Brent Ozanne, Randy Ol
son, and Grant Saltzer. The advi
sor, Jay Guffey, says the reason for
the trip is "to enhance our paddling
skills, enjoy God's creation, and to
be with friends." Anyone inter
ested in taking a trip that will offer
the thrills of dashing hidden rocks
and rushing through rapids, may
contact the advisor or one of the
officers.
By Kenneth Graham Jr.
The Relations Committee of
Montreat-Anderson College will
sponsor a "Trash Parade" around the
college campus and Montreat on Sat
urday, February 13,1993. The occa
sion is open to all students, commu
nity members, faculty, and staff. This
is a time for the college and commu
nity to make their surroundings more
attractive. This event will be empha
sizing the ideas and duties Christians
have to keep the environment clean
and beautiful.
The SGA Vice -President and
chairperson of the Relations Com
mittee, Heather Fergu.son said, "This
is a time when both the college and
community can join together to pu
rify and promote the responsibilities
we have to the environment we live
in."
The students and residents are
encouraged to attend the event which
will improve and increase the aware
ness of the importance of a clean
community. This event will take place
at two o'clock in front of Gaither
Chapel and will last approximately
two hours. The trash bags will be
provided by the Relations committee.
Romantic Weekend on the Way
By Marsha Evans
On Friday, Febniary 12, 1993, the festivities for the Valentine's
weekend will begin with a romantic candlelight dinner, provided by Jack
Spencer and the SGA food committee, which will start at 5:00 and last
until 6:15. This scmmptious meal will consist of juicy steak and luscious
shrimp. The cost will be free to all students on the meal plan, and all
faculty, staff, and off-campus students are welcome for a small fee of
$4.75 for adults and $2.50 for children.
After students finish stuffing themselves with this wonderful meal,
they will have the opportunity to watch the hilarious antics of the
contestants in the King of Hearts pageant. This pageant will be held in
Gaither chapel.
Following this splendid evening there will be a special "dress up"
Valentine's Dance on Saturday, February 13. The romance will start at
9pm in the Dining Hall and will last until the clock strikes one.