Apologies for misrepresentation
by J.Daniel Hess, Indianapolis
It has been for me a privilege to interview a large number of alumni for the series on Mennonite higher education (see page 16). With the interviews went a promise to show copy prior to publication, to make sure the stories and quotations are correct. Alas, by oversight I did not clear copy with Steve Thomas (Feb. 19). My apologies, Steve. He was a fine student of mine at Goshen (Ind.) College, then went on to study at and graduate from Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary in Elkhart, Ind. He is now a pastor.
I did not wish to imply that Steve was a consumer of alcohol at Hesston (Kan.) College. Neither was he a jerk. “Ready to live it up?”—yes. He was a fun-loving prankster during his first year. A religious experience led to a second year in which he greatly appreciated the guidance of a prof and the support of a small group.
Associated Issue: Spiritual roots in congregations - Feb. 19, 2008
Associated Article: Christ is our center
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