Rev. Thaddaeus B. Allen, our Regional Minister, addressed the convocation at Founder's Day at Bethany College yesterday. His address, woven with the humorous recollection of his days as a student, challenged the full house in Commencement Hall to see the courage that had brought them as individuals and community to the day, and to let it carry them forward into whatever great days may lie ahead.
Rev. Andrea Brownlee, pastor of Big Run Christian Church, spoke at the wreath-laying ceremony, which was held in the Old Meeting House due to muddy conditions. Brownlee echoed the encouraging spirit of the day in her brief remarks, which preceeded the taking of the wreath to the grave of Alexander Campbell by a small gathering.
Dr. Scott D. Miller, 19th president of the college, presided over the day's events - the first of its kind during his tenure. The annual Founder's Day event is open to all who desire to attend, so watch for information for next year's event.