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New VP of Academic Affairs
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 Valley Forge Christian College welcomes Dr. Kevin Beery as the new Vice President of Academic Affairs. Dr. Beery has an impressive resume that includes serving as the President of Sofia Pentecostal Bible College in Sofia, Bulgaria, for 15 years. He was more recently the AG World Missions Southeastern Europe Area Director where he oversaw over 70 AG Missionaries and their children in 11 countries and directed interactions with the Pentecostal leaders in these countries.
Dr. Beery earned his Doctorate of Strategic Leadership from Regent University. In addition to his service to VFCC, his wife, Wendy, is working at VFCC as a part-time Campus Director. VFCC feels privileged to have Dr. Beery and Wendy join in its mission to prepare students for a life of service and leadership in the church and in the world.
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Social Work Accreditation Granted
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 VFCC is excited to announce that the Social Work Program has received initial accreditation. The Commission on Accreditation (COA) responded favorably to the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE.) This is a significant milestone for VFCC's Social Work Program and the Department of Behavioral Sciences, and would not have been possible without the help of all of those involved in this five-year process. Leading this initiative from VFCC was Social Work Program Director and Assistant Professor Steven Stoeffler, Dr. David Scolforo, Chair of the Department of Behavioral Sciences, and Dr. Philip McLeod, former Vice President of Academic Affairs. The accreditation is granted for the academic year of 2008-2009 through June 2016. This designation will significantly enhance the professional resumes of those students who have graduated, or will graduate, from this program. In addition, graduates who desire to go on for a two year Master's Degree in Social Work will be able to complete it in one year. We rejoice in this great achievement. |
Alumna and Student-Led Group Receive Student Leadership Award
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Marissa Schade '12 (second from left) and her VFCC Community Service Day group were selected as recipients for the 2011-2012 Jenzabar Foundation's Student Leadership Award and Heroic Leadership Award (awarded in honor of VFCC alumna Jessica Buchanan '07) for VFCC's annual Community Service Day event. Marissa and current VFCC student Brittany Attard attended the awards ceremony in Dallas, Texas, on May 30, 2012, where the VFCC group was recognized for its honorable achievements. VFCC received a grant awarded in the amount of $8,000 which will be used to continue service efforts in the community. We are proud of Marissa and her group's accomplishments and we are excited to see what God has in store for Community Service Day 2013.
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Fine Arts Festival
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VFCC will once again showcase its mobile Media Command Center (mMCC) at the Assemblies of God Fine Arts Festival 2012 in Louisville, Ky. The mMCC will be used to record presentations of high school students from around the country. Worship teams, bands, and vocal and instrumental solos and ensembles will be able to record live tracks while their fans look on. In just a matter of minutes, they will walk away from the mMCC with a professional studio recording of what they performed.
The 48-foot semi-trailer is outfitted with state-of-the-art digital recording equipment and instructional space and houses two isolated rooms that independently operate for multiple simultaneous performances. If you are going to be at Fine Arts, stop by and take a tour of this facility. |
Article by VFCC Senior Published in Pentecostal Evangel Magazine
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 VFCC senior, Andrew Mathe recently had an article published in the July 2012 Pentecostal Evangel. It is his sister-in-law, Jessica Buchanan '07 whose face graces the cover of the magazine. In his article, The Wait, he speaks of a very trying chapter of his family's life; one in which his family unexpectedly lost his mother-in-law and shortly thereafter Jessica was kidnapped by Somalian Pirates while serving the community needs of Africa. While Andrew's family did not immediatley know the fate of Jessica's life they did know that through the wait, they had faith. After three months in captivity Jessica was rescued by US special forces.
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Patriot Classic Golf Tournament Recap
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Thank you to all of our volunteers and golfers who participated in our 10th Anniversary Patriot Classic Golf Tournament on Thursday, June 7, 2012, at the Kimberton Golf Club in Phoenxiville, Pa.  Like last year, this year featured two rounds of golf and 142 golfers participated in the tournament. The weather couldn't have been more beautiful. Everyone enjoyed a day on the course with fresh air, food and fellowship.
The winning foursome for the morning flight included Rick Taschek, John Wegner, Mike VanHorn and Craig Smith. The winning foursome for the afternoon flight was Russell Eggert, Christian Arendt, Bob West and Mark Hogsden. This year, this event raised over $6,000 that will go directly to support students through VFCC Scholarship Funds. Congratulations to all our prize winners and thank you to everyone who participated. Each of you helped make VFCC's 10th Anniversary Patriot Classic a success. Save the date for our 11th Annual Patriot Classic Golf Tournament, Thursday, June 6, 2013! Click to view Patriot Classic photos » |
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African Churches Going "Simple"
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 Cape Town, South Africa, is among the most beautiful places in the world. But, sadly, the rich, beautiful scenery is sharply contrasted by an appalling level of poverty, crime, abuse and AIDS. This bitter imbalance has touched the hearts of Noah '02 and Tricia Rivera '04 Kaye, who recently chose to leave their entire family to focus on Simple Church planting in African countries. Click to read the full story » |
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The Gospel and a Skateboard
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 A hobby that started simply as a way to make some friends is now taking Derek Shatto '10 into places he never thought he would go. It became the sport that changed his social life and, in high school, gave him the chance to join a team of Christian skaters that would ultimately shape his future.
Click to read the full story »
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Influenced to Influence
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 When Joe Terreri '06 was 19 years old, he sensed God's call into the ministry. Not quite sure what to do with the new calling, he continued his studies at the University of Buffalo to become a school principal. Two years later, he made three decisions that would change the course of his life: to marry his girlfriend, Cheryl, to go to VFCC, and to study to become a pastor.
He is honored to continue to embrace God's call on the church to be an influence on the next generation of leaders being educated at VFCC, where he too, was influenced a short time ago.
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Video Devotionals - A Nudge Toward God
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Subscribe to receive an email with Dr. Meyer's bi-monthly video devotionals, A Nudge Toward God.
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VFCC Ministry Teams Now Booking for 2012
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 VFCC ministry teams, Pneuma and Chosen, are booking now through fall 2012. While schedules are filling rapidly, dates are still available. These student teams are available to minister in churches, youth groups, retreats, camps or other special events. Pneuma and Chosen desire to impact the lives of others for salvation, growth and ministry through the use of contemporary music and testimonies. The teams also share how God is working in them as they prepare for a life of service and leadership in the church and in the world. Booking requests can be processed by calling Donna Headlee at 610.917.3954 or by visiting the link below. Click here to book VFCC ministry teams » |
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Online Giving Tool
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 You can give to VFCC online through a tool at vfcc.edu/give. We thank you sincerely for considering VFCC in your giving plans. Whatever the size, your gift truly matters and inspires others to give. Your contribution will help VFCC serve students and the world through Christ through education and spiritual formation. Thank you for faithfully lifting up VFCC in prayer. Your support, both spiritual and financial, will ensure that VFCC's light will shine brightly for years to come.
Click here to give now »
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Make a Lasting Impact on VFCC
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 Transform lives, reach your financial goals and make a lasting impact on Valley Forge Christian College. Planned giving can make it happen. A variety of charitable options allow you to make a significant gift to VFCC and reach future financial goals for you and your family. Options include: charitable remainder trust, endowment, charitable gift annuity and donor advised fund. VFCC is partnering with Assemblies of God Financial Services to provide professional planned giving services.  For information on how your gift can benefit VFCC, contact:Kristie Overly Director of Annual Fund, Grants & Alumni Services 610.917.1414 |
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Leadership Tools by Dr. Don Meyer
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Batterson, Mark. The Circle Maker. Zondervan: Grand Rapids, 2011.
Honi, an ordinary man with an extraordinary God. Knowing the truths of Jeremiah 14:22, Honi lived out his life in devotion to God even in the dry seasons. Because of his belief, persistent prayers, and faithfully omnipotent God, a generation was saved. Honi prayed...he prayed with persistence and precision for what the people needed and God was there. He heard the cries and answered in abundance. So often we cannot even compare our faith or our prayers to Honi's. We approach the throne of God with timidity and doubt thinking that our problems are too big even for the God of the universe. Mark Batterson, lead pastor of the National Community Church in Washington, D.C., exhorts his readers to take their most audacious prayers and present them to God. Imagine what could be accomplished for the Kingdom of God if we just humble ourselves and boldly come before the Father with our requests. God has great things in store for each one of His beloved children, sometimes we just simply need to ask. Batterson will help you discover the truth that "God honors bold prayers and bold prayers honor God." The Circle Maker will have you "praying circles around your biggest dreams and greatest fears." This is one of the best books on prayer that I have ever read.
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 31st Annual Northeast Regional Softball Tournament
August 2-4 Fall Classes Begin
August 28
Breakaway
September 27-28
Fall Break
October 4-8 Academic Open House
October 13 Academic Open House
October 20 Breakaway
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