Southern Takes the S.T.A.G.E.

Southern Adventist University launches a new initiative for graduates. The Senior Transition and Graduate Enrichment (STAGE) program seeks to assist the new alumni as they get settled in their new roles. Some graduates continue their education in graduate schools around the nation. Others choose to begin their careers through internships. More are choosing to serve as Student Missionaries. S.T.A.G.E. serves to facilitate their journey by offering continued resources from the Counseling and Testing department, a warm welcome from previous Southern Alumni in their new region and information regarding local church offerings near their new residence. For more information call Campus Ministries at 423.236.2787 or .

Nash Speaks at S.M. Dedication

Andy Nash, Associate Professor of Journalism and former SAU Student Missionary, spoke at the annual S.M. Dedication Vespers. Over 100 SAU students were introduced and consecrated April 18, 2008. Most of their tours of service will begin in the Fall. Additionally, over 80 Evangelism Resource Center Students from the SAU School of Religion were also introduced. These students from various academic disciplines will be participating in short term evangelism around the world during the summer.

S.M. Retreat at Gatlinburg

Gayle Moore, Student Missions Coordinator, Andrea Keele, S.M. Assistant and Nate Dubs, S.M. Club President joined Pastor Brennon in leading the Student Missions Retreat in Gatlinburg, TN. Ninety-nine S.M.'s have been studying in preparation of scattering around the world in service ventures from education to medical services. Vespers this Friday night at 8 p.m. will focus on their individual assignments, training and consecration.

SAU Campus Ministries Representatives attend Convention

Representatives of the SAU CM team from the current year as well as next school year attended the Campus Ministries convention at Kettering School of Medical Arts in Ohio from March 27-30. Pastors Brennon and Kevin, Gayle, Ruben, Jon, and Kaspar from this year's CM team attended. Laurel, Kristofer and Donnie from the new team joined in the journey. Selected students and Chaplains from 12 other colleges were also in attendance. Speakers for the convention included Karl Haffner, Ron Pickel, Timothy Nixon and Bobby McGhee. The CM Convention next year will be hosted by Union College in Nebraska.

Matt Gamble Encounters SAU

The final Encounters Weekend for the school year featured Pastor Matt Gamble of Seattle, Washington. "Flesh vs. Spirit" was the theme for presentations March 13-15, 2008 in the Collegedale SDA Church.

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Service Project for Tornado Victims

SAU students participated in assisting in the clean up of areas in West Tennessee devastated by tornados and gale force winds. Students spent the night at Harbert Academy. The morning brought opportunities to work in restoring the roof of a home that was undermined by the storm, clearing trees from the yard of a handicapped homeowner and restored order in a mobile home in which the father of the family who resided there was killed. For more information contact SA president Barry Howe at the SA offices through extension 2600.

Youth Camp Recruitment

Youth Directors and other leaders from the Southern Union set up camp in the SAU student center January 14-18. Their goal was to recruit staff for summer camps in the southeastern area of the United States. Students from SAU and Collegedale Academy visited the displays and selected camps where they could serve this summer. If you missed this opportunity or have further questions regarding summer camp ministry, contact the Southern Union at 404-299-1832 or the SAU Campus Ministries Department at 423.236.2787.

Axiom

Real topics for real people. Yes, we do talk about everything! A student-led program that features infomational and supportive formats that provide students needing assistance. We've studied issues like substance abuse, pornography and even "The Science of Dating". A new series will begin soon! Axiom for more of the 411.

We-Pods

Sure Jesus ministered to the thousands, but his most vital contact was with groups of 12 or even 3! Small groups provide friendship, stabillity and inspiration. There are over a dozen groups across the campus that meet at various times. Call 2787 for more information. Now get worship credit reduction upon regular participation!

Pastor Kirstein Leads Campus Ministries

Pastor Brennon Kirstein, begins his first full school year in a role he considers his dream job. Kirstein and his wife, the former Brandy Lewis, bring a spiritual arsenal to our school. Campus Ministries at SAU begins an exciting new era! Get to know more about Pastor Kirstein.