Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 120, Number 53, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 31 December 1997 — Page 3

; Fresh face brings Word alive

By Marie Chapman (Note: This continues the series ■ of articles dedicated to taking an intimate look at our local church- - es. Whether you are anew member to the community or a lifelong resident, I invite you to join me as I visit each House of God and discover what makes it unique. Perhaps you will find anew place of worship, or gain insight into other branches of Christ’s family. Whatever you seek, I hope you enjoy the visits. Keep watching—- - your church may be the next featured!) Pastor Lisa Hufford is the fresh new face at Nappanee’s Church of the Brethren. She has been with the church since last February and has settled into her new community with high hopes for a growing congregation. Having come from a conservative Mennonite background, Hufford was first introduced to the Brethren faith in the early 1980s in Virginia. “The Brethren lived their faith” she says, and that impressed her so much that she began to follow the Brethren teachings. The former nurse had spent two high-risk pregnancies flat on her back and says there was nothing else to do but read the Word. It was then that she first felt a call to preach. But she says, “that’s just not something women do.” Lisa continued on, leaving her job as an RN to raise and homeschool her children. She eventually started teaching Sunday School at all levels and became involved in recycling programs and environmental issues both nationally and locally. All the while her calling to preach became stronger and stronger. When she could no longer ignore God’s call to minister Hufford attended Shenandoah ■ Valley Eastern Mennonite Seminary because it was the closest training available. After five years she completed Seminary and followed her call to Nappanee. Making the move with her were ■ husband Nick, 14-year-old Jesse, Becki 12, Carl nine, and Peter six. Lisa says her husband has been “very supportive” through the entire training and relocation process. “I couldn’t have done it without his support” she adds. “I was really excited about this church because the community paralleled my own” Hufford says with enthusiasm. It was the similarities between her hometown and Nappanee, as well as the blending of Amish and Mennonite backgrounds with the Brethren faith, that made Lisa feel “well prepared” to lead the Brethren congregation. Hufford adds a dynamic dimension to the Sunday sermons. While soft spoken and gentle in our interview I am told by one congregation member that she is both animated and personable with her dramatic portrayal of the Word. After nearly a year behind the pulpit Lisa shares great pride and vision for the Brethren Church. “What impresses me most about :-cur church” says Hufford, “is the •interaction between generations. -Our youth are mentored by older •adults for baptismal and that -makes a definite connection • between the age groups.” - Another outreach program is the Program. It is spon- • sored by the deacons of the -church. Responsibilities of each • “shepherd” include keeping a per- • sonal touch with a specific group • of families and individuals. • Pastor Lisa describes the church • as being sensitive to the needs of

Book Page available at local library The latest copy of Book Page is available at the Nappanee Public Library. Filled with timely articles about ; many new books on the shelf, this free monthly publication gives •reviews and inside information ;-about authors, publishers and industry trends. Read the romance section and •find out what book LaVyrle •Spencer wrote as her last novel to •end her 21 years as a writer. Three new science books, “Stephen Hawking’s Universe,” “A Science Odyssey: 100 Years of Discovety,” by Charles Flowers, and “The Mathematics of Truth and Beauty,” by K.C. Cole, are highlighted as “Science of the most digestible sort.” The newest tax • guides are also on display. Meet historical fiction writer ; Dorothy Dunnett, and find out ; who inspired her to write her first ■ book. Top it off with a crossword ; puzzle for an interesting foray into ' the world of books.

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DRAMATIC PORTRAYALS—According to one congregation member at Nappanee Church of the Brethren, Pastor Lisa Hufford gives both animated and dramatic portrayals of the stories within the Bible. Currently Hubbard is the only female minister in the community. See related article for more information about this dynamic woman and the Church of the Brethren. (AN photo by Merrie Chapman)

all, providing special sound enhancement devices and large print Bibles and hymnals for those who need them. Hufford is equally proud of the congregation for sharing the church facility to groups such as Weight Watchers and the Wa-Nee Released Time Christian Education Program. The latter allows children from Nappanee Elementary School to listen to Bible stories and share activities with leader Sue Berkey. For those contemplating attending the Brethren Church consider the following points. In addition, to Pastor Hufford’s fresh approach behind the pulpit, she also leads a community Bible study eadh Wednesday evening at 7p.m.. People of all faiths are welcome to join the group. Nick Hufford also leads a study of peace heroes, focusing on such people as Mother Teresa, each Wednesday at 7p.m.. Anyone interested in lifting their voice in song is invited to attend choir rehearsals each Monday evening, 7p.m.. Currently the choir is nearly 15 members strong. There is an active quilting group

Offer ballroom and line dancing classes in Jan.

With the new year, are you looking to have some fun and get some exercise? The answer for you may be country line dancing. It is fun, sometimes challenging, and you get exercise while line dancing. The Elkhart County Extension Homemakers will offer line dancing classes each Monday evening, January 5 through February 23, 78:30p.m.. The classes will be held at the Elkhart County Community Center on the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds, located on CR34, Goshen. Leading the classes will be Charlie Tredway. The cost will be $2 per person per session and participants pay at the door. The ticket price includes beverage. Line dancing does not require a partner. It is for people of all ages who want to learn, renew skills, make new friends and get some exercise. Dancers who prefer a more classical style may want to check out ballroom dancing. The Elkhart County Extension Homemakers will be sponsoring a beginner six week series starting January 13. Lessons will be held from 78:30p.m., at Ag Hall, or the Elkhart County Community Center. Cost is SSO per couple and full payment of the session is preferred at the first class. Checks can be written to the Elkhart County

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that allows members a chance to socialize regularly and share in fellowship. All profits are used to support missions projects. Mel Kemp teaches Sunday School for the youth and oversees their many projects and special trips to theme parks and other places of adventure. The Brethren Church also offers a variety of classes for children each Sunday morning, as well as junior church for those age three through the fourth grade. February will be a big month for the church. Beginning with the first Sunday of that month, Hufford plans to lead a door-to-door drive to invite the public to the community Bible study each week. So be prepared to greet the visitors with a Christian welcome. The Church of the Brethren is locateJ at 301 Mack Drive. The public is invited to join members for Sunday school classes at 9a.m. and worship services at 10a.m. each week. Congregation members will be celebrating 100 years of history in 1998. Special celebration plans will culminate next summer. All are invited to help the church and its family celebrate.

Extension Homemakers. The classes will be January 13, 20, 27, and February 3, 10, 17. Participants will learn the fox trot, waltz, swing, cha-cha and the rhumba. Charlie and Jan Tredway,, Goshen, will be the instructors for the classes. For more information call the Tredways, 533-2666, or Mary Ann Lienhart-Cross, Elkhart County Extension Educator, 533-0554.

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Year-end review...

contest; JV cheerleaders earned fair honors, and racing trotters earned honors at the Nappanee Raceway. Local theatre-goers enjoyed NCT’s production of “Anything Goes;” Whitney Schmucker hauled in a 20-pound, 36-inch catfish while Fishing at Huffman Lake; the John Ulery family welcomed an exchange student from Japan, just as daughter Janette returned from a mission project in the Dominican Republic, and budget work caused many long sessions for council and school board members. Mose Lape was guest of honor at a farewell party at Ron’s Bakery, as he prepared for a move to an area veteran’s home; the Cable School celebrated another reunion, George R. Sheets was guest of honor at a 100th birthday celebration; Jimtown smacked the football Panthers 28-14, snapping a 37-game regular-season win streak. The boys’ tennis team earned top honors in the DeKalb Invitational, Joe Bellman won a golf shootout, and Jay Miller and Wendy Johnson took top honors in their respective divisions in the annual city golf tournament. SEPTEMBER Anew month brought the opening of anew production, “Shenandoah,” to the popular Round Bam Theatre at Amish Acres. The library held a family reading celebration, Eugene Martindale, 4, continued his riding therapy which proved beneficial in his dealing with cerebral palsy, Mary Knobel was recognized for her secretarial work at St. John’s Lutheran Church, and almost 150 persons responded to the “call” to help manually move a hog shed for an Amish friend, southwest of Nappanee. Two Goshen men were “busted” for marijuana possession, caught in a cornfield near town, the St. Germain family won top honors in a local photo contest, the Panthers topped Bremen 28-7 to improve their football record at 1-1, and the Don Fervida Family was named Farm Family of the Year by the Elkhart County Agricultural Society. Artist Terry Armstrong was a special celebrity guest at The Book Comer during the big Apple

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Nappanee Advance News Wednesday, December 31,1997

Festival celebration, which also featured many arts, crafts, treats and entertainment; Teddy Bear Child Care opened in its new location on W. Market St., Roy Andrews was ordained at First Brethren Church, and Mayor Thompson proclaimed that October 11 would be “Bulldog Day,” in celebration of the upcoming alumni banquet for Nappanee High School. Mancino’s Italian Eatery opened, McDonald’s celebrated its 20th anniversary in Nappanee, local theatre patrons enjoyed the NCT production of “The Sunshine Boys,” Kip Chamberlin and Marla Yoder were homecoming royalty at NWHS, and Jay Taylor was named NLC Coach of the Year for golf, as daughter, Stephanie, also earned conference honors. OCTOBER Peggy Hill was named new principal at Woodview Elementary School, and Gov. O’Bannon announced that a state grant would allow Nappanee to hire an additional police officer. Over 600 persons registered for the Nappanee High School firstever alumni banquet, held at the former high school building which presently houses Nappanee Elementary. Fabwell celebrated its 25th anniversary, and moved to the former NIA complex, Nappanee lost former city attorney, Maynard Shrock, to cancer, Archie Fike won another apple peeling contest, Nikki Stump was named homecoming queen at Huntington College, and former resident Kathy Rogers earned floral design honors in Arizona. Aaron Huber scored four touchdowns, as the Panthers handled Northridge 40-18, good neighbors re-roofed the home of Karen and James Collins, civic theatre hosted their annual Haunted House at Derksen Farm, Eby Auto completed a successful Muscular Dystrophy Jailathon, and the “Red Slam” volleyball team earned its seventh straight volleyball sectional title. Girls’ cross country moved to regional competition, as did the volleyball team —which won, Will Wilson opened new offices in the former PerSe Restaurant building, and eight Panther soccer players earned conference honors. Elizabeth Hochstetler was fatal-

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ly stabbed which at work at Newmar, Larry Andrews resigned his position at Nappanee Redevelopment Commission Executive Director, the city worked with the railroad to clean up brush along the local tracks, Skynard’s Pizza began its Celebrity Chef promotions, and Beverly Fales was recognized by the school board for her course description programming. Miller’s Market announced its closing, with an orchard store to continue offering apples, cider, etc.; fire prevention and bus safety weeks were observed. Panther footballers topped Warsaw, and the 1935 Bulldog basketball team held its annual reunion at Wayside, with team members Bob Callander, Bud Mullet and Kenny Crowe sharing memories. NOVEMBER Nappanee was advised that a half-million dollar grant had been approved for the long-awaited Pleasant Acres development, in the southwest part of the community; the Round Bam Theatre stage was dedicated to Joseph Stein, who attended the festivities with his wife; Levi Miller announced that he would rebuild the Miller Hardwoods business, following a devastating fire, and the former Catholic church reopened as townhouse apartments, following Please turn to page tour Seuss featured in library story hours for kids Dive into the world of Dr. Seuss during the evening story hour at the Nappanee Public Library, beginning Thursday, January 8, from 6:30-7:15p.m. Children ages 4-5, and their parents or grandparents, are invited to share in the fun and learning. Dr. Seuss’ classic stories will be the basis for crafts and games that will help the children with their pre-reading skills. Several books included in this series are “The Cat in the Hat,” which is celebrating its 40th birthday, “Horton Hears a Who,” which was first published in 1954, and the over six million copies sold classic, “Green Eggs and Ham.” Please phone the library, 219-773-7919, by Tuesday, January 7, to pre-register.

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