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The Forge Report
Volume 166: October 2014

President Meyer in Charisma Magazine
  President Don Meyer
On Sept. 24, 2014, University of Valley Forge (UVF) President Don Meyer, Ph.D., wrote an article for Charisma magazine titled "The Positive Power of Negative Thinking." He discussed the power of negative thinking and how saying "No" can be as effective and useful as saying "Yes." He wrote on two life scenarios when one should respond negatively. In Right vs. Wrong situations, it becomes clear when a negative response is necessary. In Good, Better vs. The Best situations, choosing the correct response becomes more challenging. President Meyer discussed how saying "No" to the good possibilities makes room for the great possibilities. In both scenarios, he offered biblical examples, allowing for further insight on how to use the God-given gift of time effectively. To read the article, visit charismamag.com.

 
Pillars of Fire Musical at Flower Chapel - Free to All
Pillars of Fire
New Professor of Digital Media
  Dominick Garcia
UVF welcomes new faculty member Dominick Garcia to the Department of Digital Media. Garcia is passionate about the digital media field and preparing the next generation with a solid foundation of the science and art of the craft.


 

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A New Lease on Life
  Brice Karper '12
Brice Karper '12 shared his testimony at UVF during Homecoming 2014. He survived a horrific car crash last year and experienced God's faithfulness and grace first-hand. He shared what he learned and the comfort of being in God's family.


 

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UVF Listed in Best Regional Colleges Rank
  Best Colleges Ranking


UVF was ranked in the top 50 on the U.S. News & World Report Best Regional Colleges list for 2015. UVF is grateful for this recognition as an institution that values its students and is committed to supporting them from their first year at UVF to their last.
 
 
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Homecoming 2014 Celebration
  Alumni Photo
UVF celebrated homecoming week with many alumni and friends of the university on Oct. 20-25 at the Phoenixville campus. Homecoming included guest chapel speakers, the Class of 1964 Reunion and campus events.


 

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Christmas at Valley Forge 2014
Christmas at Valley Forge
Teaching Teachers in Zambia
  Kathy Terragnoli
Students, staff and alumni are well aware that assistant professor Kathleen Terragnoli's unofficial title has long been that of self-proclaimed UVF permanent part-time missionary-in-residence. As someone who has been passionate about overseas ministry for several decades, Terragnoli has traveled all over the globe to share the love of Jesus Christ. In her most recent endeavor, she spent a month in Zambia training teachers and caring for orphans.
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UVF Men's Basketball at Nike Championship Clinic
  Nike Basketball Clinic
The UVF men's basketball team was invited to participate in the Nike Championship Basketball Clinic last month. The team learned from some of the best coaches in the country and gained invaluable insight on how to play successfully as a team.
 
 
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Alumni: Order Your UVF Diploma Today! 
  Graduate Receives Diploma

As we continue to transition all items to our new name, we are offering alumni replacement diplomas with the University of Valley Forge name and seal inscribed. You can download and print the PDF request form from your computer, and mail it to the Office of the Registrar. The replacement fee has been reduced to only $20 until June 30, 2015! Standard diploma size is 8"x10" and will be signed by President Don Meyer. Please allow 6-8 weeks for processing. To order, print the PDF order form.

 
Annual Piano Sale 
 

On November 7-9, 2014, the University of Valley Forge (UVF) will host the annual piano sale in the Flower Chapel, featuring Yamaha pianos. The university entered into a partnership with Menchey Music a few years ago. As a result, UVF hosts the company's annual county sale and in return, is provided with new pianos for students' use. This event is by appointment only. 

 

As part of the sale, Yamaha combines the practice pianos with inventory from their stores and factories. If any practice pianos are sold, Yamaha replaces them with new ones. This is a tremendous blessing for our music department because it receives quality pianos at no additional cost to the students or the university. If you are in the market for a piano or interested in instrumentation, be sure to come support this fantastic partnership. Make an appointment

 
Shop Amazon & Raise $$$ 
  Amazon Smile Program

Shop for your Amazon purchases at www.smile.amazon.com and Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible purchases to UVF. AmazonSmile is the same Amazon you know ... same products, same prices and same service.

 

Use your existing Amazon account at www.smile.amazon.com, enter Valley Forge Christian College as your charity, and start shopping. It's as easy as that! Prime members will still receive the same benefits. Shop while you donate at no cost to you. When you shop, Amazon gives!

 
Online Giving Tool
Give Now We sincerely thank you for considering UVF as a recipient of your generosity. Your gift truly matters and inspires others to give. Your contribution will help UVF equip students to be leaders in the church and in the world through education and spiritual formation. You can read about giving opportunities at UVF by going to valleyforge.edu/give where you can make your donation online. Thank you for faithfully lifting up UVF in prayer. Your support, both spiritual and financial, will ensure that UVF's light will shine brightly for years to come.

The Conference Center at Valley Forge
Conference Center at Valley Forge The Conference Center at Valley Forge is an integral part of UVF, providing conference and overnight accommodations to individuals, organizations and churches in a beautiful setting. Priced at reasonable rates, this property is also available to visitors, students, faculty, staff and friends coming to the area for personal or college-related events such as open house, homecoming and commencement. Located four miles from the UVF campus, The Conference Center at Valley Forge offers exceptional customer service and amenities. All guest rooms include a private bath and can accommodate multiple people.

 

The grounds and facilities provide the perfect setting to meet, learn and collaborate in one of our nine meeting rooms. The property and its ballroom also serve as a scenic backdrop for weddings and other social functions. Team-building opportunities and group activities include a ropes course, zip line, pool, campfire hearth and game room. All catering and AV resources are available onsite.


Make A Lasting Impact On UVF
Annuity Giving Transform lives, reach your financial goals and make a lasting impact on UVF. Planned giving can make it happen. A variety of charitable options allow you to make a significant gift to UVF and reach future financial goals for you and your family.

Options include: charitable remainder trust, endowment, charitable gift annuity and donor advised fund. For information on how your gift can benefit UVF, contact:

Dr. Dan Mortensen
Executive Vice President and Vice President of Development
610.917.1412 | dwmortensen@valleyforge.edu

Erroneous Report
  Great Expectations

The Office of Marketing erroneously reported that Randy Stegner was the student director of the spring 2014 theater production of Charles Dickens' "Great Expectations." While Stegner had a key role as assistant student director, the talents of Katherine McInerney '12 were used to direct the cast. We sincerely apologize for this oversight.
 

 
Leadership Tools by Dr. Don Meyer
Photo of Dr. Meyer
Yperen, Jim Van. "Making Peace: A Guide to Overcoming Church Conflict." Moody, 2002.

Conflict in the church: the battle over power and varying opinions can act as a poison to the health and mission of the church. In Jim Van Ypernen's book "Making Peace: A Guide to Overcoming Church Conflict" this non-profit Christian conflict reconciliation founder explains why so many struggle with church conflict. He looks to no other than Jesus himself for the answers and resolution to these problems. Having served hundreds of pastors and dozens of conflicting churches, Ypernen brings his own experience and findings out into the open. This is a great resource to pastors or laypersons looking to help bring their church from a place of disorder and dissension to one of peace modeling the verse Isaiah 26:3 which says, "You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you."

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