Last Updated on Thursday, June 11, 2009
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PIANO SALE JUNE 12-14
Eastern is again offering for sale the pianos and digital pianos our students have used on loan for the past year. All major brands with financing, delivery and warranty through Bucks Co. Piano. Come see these great pianos on our special "pre-sale" days, June 12-13, for best selection and price reductions. To make an appointment, call 215.946.6043. The general public sale is Sunday, June 14, from noon to 5p.m. at Workman Hall, St. Davids.
URBAN STUDIES INFO SESSIONS JUNE 16 and 23
Eastern's Urban Studies Department invites you to attend one of our upcoming information sessions. The first one is entirely online on Tuesday, June 16 from 8-9p.m. There is still time to register. This will be a live online information session with Ryan Egli, the Program Recruiter for the Master of Arts in Urban Studies program. The second is a traditional on-site information session at our 10th and Spring Garden location on Tuesday, June 23. from 6-8p.m. A meal and free parking with be provided. To RSVP for either session, call 215.769.3121 or e-mail urbanma@eastern.edu. Visit www.eastern.edu/urbanmapreviewday.
FINANCIAL LITERACY SPEAKER JUNE 23
Come hear Author G. Edward Griffin talk about our money and world finance on Tuesday, June 23 (the original date of Wed., June 24 is sold out, so they’ve added this new date). Program starts at 6:30p.m. in McInnis Auditorium, St. Davids. Tickets are $20 and include a copy of Griffin's book, "The Creature from Jekyll Island." This program is sponsored by WPHT Radio, The Big Talker 1210.The speaker will be presented by Steve Cordasco and there will be a Q&A session after his talk. For tickets, call 1.866.468.7619 or go to www.thebigtalker1210.com
BE INSPIRED!
Kevin Maness '92, associate professor of communication studies, writes: A few years back, I was going through kind of a difficult time in my life--I felt very depressed, overwhelmed, hopeless. I was living in New York City and attending 15th Street Friends Meeting in Manhattan. After nearly 45 minutes of silent worship, almost unbroken,one member arose and simply said "all shall be well, and all shall be well, and all manner of thing shall be well." And I just started crying, like all the worry and doubt was flooding out of me. There's no doubt in my mind that God spoke to me through an unknown Quaker Friend that day. Now, on my office wall, I've posted the whole quote, which comes from the mystic writer Julian of Norwich:
“And thus, in my folly, afore this time often I wondered why, by the great foreseeing wisdom of God, the beginning of sin was not letted [prevented]; for then, me thought, all should have been well. But Jesus, who in this Vision informed me of all that is needful to me, answered by this word and said, 'Sin is behovable [inevitable], but all shall be well, and all shall be well, and all manner of thing shall be well.”
This is no Pollyanna optimism, for it acknowledges the existence and the inevitability of evil. I guess it could be dismissed as a "pie in the sky" promise of good to come in the afterlife. But I prefer to read it as a testament of powerful hope that embraces the entire world--good and evil--mindful of the Sin that pervades all our human works, but ever conscious of the good that God has worked and is working in our lives at the same time.
Would you like to share an inspirational story like this one? Please send it to Linda Olson (lolson@eastern.edu) for possible inclusion in this e-news.
SUPPORT OUR OWN PRODUCER AND STARS IN PIRATES OF PENZANCE
Meggin Capers '06, Eastern's director of conferences and special events, is producing Gilbert and Sullivan's favorite "The Pirates of Penzance" at the Academy of Music May 29–30, at 8p.m., and at Longwood Gardens June 12–13, at 8:30 p.m. It's starring Suzi Scarborough (from the Dean's Office) and Ted Behr (former adjunct professor at Eastern). For tickets call 215.735.7161 or visit www.savoy.org. Click here to view flier.
CHANCELLOR’S SUGGESTION BOX
Do you have an idea or suggestion for Eastern University that you would like to send out Dr. Chris Hall, our University Chancellor? Please send your thoughts to his office via: plewelle@eastern.edu.
BE AN ENDURE MENTOR NEXT FALL
The ENDURE mentoring program invites EU administrators and professors to consider becoming a mentor to a student who will greatly benefit from your time and attention. If you are interested, please contact ENDURE at endure@eastern.edu and they will send you a form. For all other questions, call 610.431.4374.
EASTERN CO-SPONSORS CREATION FESTIVAL
Eastern is co-sponsoring the Creation ‘09 Festival to be held June 24-27 at Agape Farm in Mt. Union, PA. EU grad Shane Claiborne is featured in the video that will be shown there on the big screen Jumbotron. Eastern will have a booth and invites everyone to stop by! Eastern is also co-sponsoring the NorthWest Festival to be held July 22-25 at Gorge Amphitheatre in George, WA. Creation ’09 is the nation’s largest Christian music festival. Read more details here: http://www.eastern.edu/news/releases/2008/creation09.html
Also visit www.creationfest.com.
Student News
JUNE 30 EARLY REGISTRATION DEADLINLE FOR URBANA
Urbana, Dec. 27-31, 2009 is a massive student mission conference in St. Louis, MO, held by InterVarsity (www.Urbana09.org). June 30 is the early registration deadline. Eastern is offering five $100 student vouchers. Contact Andy Horvath (ahorvath@eastern.edu) for details.
ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR GRAD STUDENTS OPEN
Summer and Fall 2009 registration for graduate students is now open in E-Net Student Services. Go to www.eastern.edu/academic/registrar for printable schedules and forms and click on E-Net Student Services to review course details and register.
ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR UNDERGRADS OPEN
Fall 2009 registration for College of Arts and Sciences students is open in E-Net Student Services. Priority registration times are assigned according to earned credit hours. Go to www.eastern.edu/academic/registrar for registration materials and click on E-Net Student Services to review your degree audit and register.
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OVERSEAS TEACHERS NEEDED
The vision of TeachOverseas is to share Christ's love in creative-access nations through teaching. Urgent 2009-2010 yearlong teachers still needed in: China, Vietnam, North Africa, Kazakhstan, Hungary and Slovakia. Urgent 2009 Summer teachers still needed in: Vietnam, Kazakhstan and China. Please call 800.895.7955 if you are interested in serving God by volunteering to teach overseas. Visit www.TeachOverseas.org.
HOUSE FOR SALE NEAR ST. DAVIDS CAMPUS
House for sale for anyone interested in relocating very close to campus; about a 6-minute drive. Four-bedroom rancher with an open layout and a beautiful, private yard. Low Upper Merion taxes. Reasonable price for this area (Wayne). For more information, call Jeanne at 610.902.3922.
HOUSE SITTER AVAILABLE
Do you need a reliable, mature person to stay in your home while you are away this summer? Please contact Linda Olson (lolson@eastern.edu or 610.341.5930) for the names of several experienced house sitters (all over the age of 22).
BALLET TEACHER FOR FALL
Are you a Christian dancer with a heart to teach? The Good Samaritan Dance Academy in Paoli has an opening for a teacher for the Pre-Teen ballet class for the 2009 fall semester. Ideal candidates will be technically proficient in classical ballet and possess an enthusiasm for teaching young girls how to integrate movement and worship in praise of our Creator. Knowledge of other dance styles and previous teaching experience are pluses. The class meets Tuesdays, 4:45-6p.m., Sept. 15 to Dec. 1. Modest compensation is offered. Contact Gwen Prestwood (610.644.4040 ext. 773 or goodsamdance@gmail.com).
FUTURE SPIELBERGS WANTED
Are you interested in camera work, video editing, story boarding and directing? Are you naturally outgoing, engaging and creative? The Eastern University Communications Office is looking for student candidates to help film and edit Eastern-related footage. Experience with video hardware and software is a must. Please contact Quincy Adam, Director of Multimedia Services (qadam@eastern.edu or X5940).
VOLUNTEERS FOR FAIR TRADE ORG.
Ten Thousand Villages, a Fair Trade retail organization based in Akron, PA, has opportunities for short-term volunteers. We are looking for a few flexible, energetic, full-time volunteers to help set up, staff and tear down the semi-annual Warehouse Sale at our largest store in Ephrata, July 11-20, 2009. We also have opportunities for volunteers to join the E-commerce fulfillment team at our warehouse for 3-6 weeks from mid-November to late December to pick, inspect, gift-wrap and pack e-commerce orders at the Ten Thousand Villages warehouse in Brownstown, PA during the 2009 holiday season. Housing is available to volunteers who come from outside the local area. Be part of our Fair Trade mission! Contact Kim van Donk (kim.vandonk@tenthousandvillages.com or phone 717.859.8117).
FT MUSIC MINISTER
St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Red Hill, PA, seeks a dynamic spirit-filled musician with skills in choral directing and keyboard. Responsibilities include providing musical leadership within the worship life of the congregation and teaching music to the children of its weekday child care program. This individual should have knowledge in working with children and adults, choral conducting, piano, electric keyboard and organ (desirable or willing to learn). Appreciation for both contemporary and traditional worship. The full-time position is salaried with benefits. Contact Pastor Vanderslice at stpaulpastorvanderslice@comcast.net or 215.679.5553. Visit www.geocities.com/stpaulredhill.
VAN DRIVER FOR NURSING
The Department of Nursing needs a van driver part-time to help Korean students participate in clinical observation April 30 through August 6. Driver must have Eastern University van license, be responsible, courteous, and cooperative. Contact Gilda Jean-Louis at rntobsn@eastern.edu or call 610.341.5896.
NOTE: See the complete list of jobs available on the left column under “Student Jobs” or click here!
Other Events
DELCO SYMPHONY YARD SALE JUNE 13
The Delaware County Symphony will have their Annual Yard and Plant Sale featuring linens, jewelry, art, frames, toys, electronics, games, books, magazines, housewares, popular plants, shelves, tools, excercise equipment and more on Saturday, June 13, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 401 Conard Drive, Springfield, PA (Corner of Collins and Conard) across from Marple Crossroads Shopping Center. Additional information at 610.356.5673.
CHRISTIAN CONCERTS IN NJ
Former student Nicole Zolnoski invites us to the following Christian conceerts at The Broadway Theatre of Pitman, NJ: Negative Split and Reilly, May 17 at 4p.m.; Common Destiny and Men in Black, June 30 at 8p.m.; and Faith Factor, Rivera/Bomma and Pastor Brad, Sept. 20 at 7:30p.m. Tickets for each concert are $15. Visit: www.thebroadwaytheatre.org
CARILLON CONCERTS SUMMER 2009
The Washington Memorial National Carillon invites us all to its 2009 Summer Concerts, every Wednesday in July and August at 7:30 p.m. The Carillon is located in Valley Forge National Park at the Washington Memorial Chapel, Route 23, Valley Forge, PA. Bring a blanket, lawn chair, snacks or dinner. The Chapel Cabin Shop will be open for refreshments. All Wednesday concerts will be played RAIN OR SHINE. All concerts are free and open to the public. Call 610.783.0120 or visit www.washingtonmemorialchapel.org.
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Did you know that you can read the current issue of “@Eastern” whenever you want on the new Eastern University Web site? Just go to the homepage at www.eastern.edu and click on “@Eastern weekly E-newsletter” on the “Useful Links” section at the bottom of the home page. “@Eastern” is updated weekly and we send you the link to each new edition. But now you can read it anytime it’s convenient for you.
EASTERN IN A FLASH! VIDEO CLIP
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Mission Schedule
MISSIONS TRIPS FOR 2009
Missions Forum, Oct. 21-23, 2009. Missions organizations and other activities on campus.
Urbana, Dec. 27-31, 2009. Massive student mission conference in St. Louis by InterVarsity (www.Urbana09.org). Ten $50 student vouchers available.
New Orleans, Jan. 2-10, 2010. A team will do Hurricane Katrina relief and construction along the Gulf Coast with a local church. Applications now available online (www.eastern.edu/campus/christian_life/missions.html) and are due Wed. April 8, 2009.
Haiti, Jan. 2-10, 2010. A team of 10 will partner with Beyond Borders for a “Transformational Travel” trip. Applications online (www.eastern.edu/campus/christian_life/missions.html) and are due Wed. April 8, 2009.
Jubilee, Feb. 19-21, 2010. Student conference in Pittsburgh by Coalition for Christian Outreach (www.jubileeconference.com). Ten $50 student vouchers available.
Dominican Republic, Feb. 27 - Mar. 7, 2010. Our team will continue Eastern’s work in El Fondo with Food for the Hungry. Applications available in September.
Habitat for Humanity, Feb. 27 - Mar. 7, 2010. Two teams will tackle low-cost home construction in the U.S. over spring break. Applications available in the fall.
Contact Andy Horvath (X1830 or ahorvath@eastern.edu).
Mission trip applications are online at:
www.eastern.edu/campus/christian_life/missions.html
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