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1 Western Canada North-Western United States

2 It is my pleasure to welcome you to this dramatic program put on by the students of Living Faith Bible College and featuring the play, Peddling Parables, by James Popoff. It is our heartfelt prayer that you will not only enjoy this quality presentation, but that you will be enriched in your faith and experience in a new way God s great love for you. In addition to introducing the author and team members, this bulletin presents an overview of Living Faith Bible College and our new Theatre Arts Track that will be launching in the fall of For more information on the college and this new drama track please visit the college display table after the program or visit our website at If you are looking to grow in your faith, be grounded in God s word, or prepare for full-time Christian ministry, we encourage you to consider Living Faith Bible College. We offer an increasing array of exceptional programs taught by a godly team of resident and adjunct teachers from throughout Canada, the United States, and other countries of the world. Along with this bulletin you will receive a brochure outlining our 2012 events. Each of these events is hosted on our picturesque 78 acre campus and provides a unique opportunity for you to encounter God and experience personal renewal. For more information or to register for any of these events visit our website or phone Finally, you will find an enclosed prayer and donation pledge form. God has placed a great vision in our hearts to impact our world by equipping students with God s word, shaping Christ-like character, and training them with essential life and ministry skills to be servant leaders at home, at church, and in their communities. We have strategic plans to improve and expand our programs and facilities and are seeking friends of the ministry who share our vision and who will partner with us in prayer and finances to see these dreams come true. There is no obligation, we simply ask that you would prayerfully consider this opportunity to commit to prayer and give as the Lord directs you. May the Lord enrich you through this presentation and may He continue to bless and use you in His service. In Christ, Paul Reich President

3 Peddling Parables is an engaging play about two simple peddlers who scheme to become rich by telling the stories of the great Storyteller. As they stumble through the stories, they encounter purpose beyond what they could have imagined. Through this lively and creative performance, many will experience the New Testament parables, while others may meet the Storyteller for the first time. The program will consist of other skits, special music, a testimony, a brief college promotion, and conclude with a challenge and opportunity for altar ministry. Elements of the program will be added or eliminated to suit the time frame deemed appropriate for each event - such as Sunday morning services and school chapels. James Popoff is a Living Faith graduate whose passion to see God s heart creatively communicated led him to complete a BFA and MFA in theatre. He has travelled as an arts missionary, worked as an associate pastor and drama pastor, acted professionally and received awards for his playwriting. James is the founding artistic director of Burnt Thicket Theatre, a company committed to enlivening [restoring life to] audiences through original performance. Creation credits include: Hockey Dad: A Play in 3 Periods, Peddling Parables, Inheritance, and Twinkle. James lives in Cochrane, AB with his wife Julie and their four children. I believe that Jesus told stories to get around our rational understanding, our hang ups and our misperceptions to capture our hearts. A story well told can be used of the Holy Spirit to bring light in dark places and cause something within us to come to life. I am excited about partnering with Living Faith and exploring together with students the integration of artistic practice and Christian discipleship as we seek to tell better stories. - James Popoff

4 Philip Guthrie Gainford, AB Michael Clark Edmonton, AB Charis Reich 3rd Year Student Red Deer, AB Amy Fry Camrose, AB Ben Krahn Newton, MB Sean Gurnsey Dean of Men/ Registrar Alicia Hein Crystal City, MB Russell Breitkreuz Grande Prairie, AB Leah Payne Stony Plain, AB Jordan Hanson Eastend, SK Lance Tyrer 3rd Year Student Rocky Mountain House, AB Dr. Peter Engle, Ph.D. Dean of Education

5 Ethan Vandervelden Lacombe, AB Carlin Stanley Spruce Grove, AB Jordan Tarant Grande Prairie, AB Alyssa Scott Rocky Mountain House, AB Courtney Hoge 4th Year Student Carrot Creek, AB Matthew Rowley Student Ministries Danica Swan 4th Year Student Spruce Grove, AB Ethan Regier Red Deer, AB Rudy Hertes Ste. Anne, MB Amy Bott 3rd Year Student Leslieville, AB Intern Jill Cocks Maple Ridge, BC Pastor Paul Reich President

6 Darion Swan Spruce Grove, AB Leonard Johnson St. Paul, AB Chris Lavender 3rd Year Student Cranbrook, BC Andrew Watson Grande Prairie, AB Leona Papineau 4th Year Student Girouxville, AB Pastor Cliff Stalwick Founder of

7 Theatre Arts Track Theatre Arts Track Do you come alive on stage? Do you have a passion to see God s heart communicated through story? Do you long to integrate Christian discipleship with artistic practice? If you found yourself answering YES, YES, YES then Living Faith Bible College s Theatre Arts Track may be the post secondary experience you are looking for. This one year track merges an exploration of theatre skills and creativity with the sound biblical and ministry oriented education that Living Faith has long been known for. Students will have the opportunity to grow in spiritual truth and character while exploring artistic giftings and participating in creative ministry opportunities. Contact Living Faith for more information

8 BOX 100, CAROLINE, AB T0M 0M0 OUR PROGRAMS One Year Certificate in Christian Studies A program designed to establish students in God s Word, deepen their walk with Christ, and develop basic ministry skills. Two Year Certificate in Biblical Studies A program that will deepen a student s knowledge of God s Word and expand their ministry skills. Three Year Diploma in Christian Ministries A program combining advanced studies in Bible and theology as well as training in leadership for vocational ministry. Bachelor of Theology Degree (four years + internship) A degree program to equip students for vocational ministry and Master s level education. PROGRAM COMPONENTS All programs integrate... Sound Teaching from the Word of God An Emphasis on the Holy Spirit Relational Discipleship and Mentoring Practical Ministry Training Solid Academics The Practice of Spiritual Disciplines A Family-Like Atmosphere *An outdoor education elective at Frontier Lodge is available for 1 st and 2 nd year students, and an annual mission trip is available to all students, both at extra cost. CHANGING HEARTS... TEACHING MINDS... SHAPING LIVES.. SERVING OTHERS