<?xml version="1.0" encoding="ISO-8859-1"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Providence Seminary</title><link>http://www.providenceseminary.ca/rss</link><description>Top Stories</description><language>en-us</language><copyright>© 2010 Providence</copyright><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:56:46 CST</pubDate><ttl>10</ttl><image><title>http://www.providenceseminary.ca</title><link>http://www.providenceseminary.ca/rss</link><url>http://www.providenceseminary.ca/rss/seminary.gif</url><width>218</width><height>55</height><description>CCMBC Media</description></image><item><title>Rollin', Rollin', Rollin'</title><link>http://www.providenceseminary.ca/seminary/news_and_events/news_releases/index.cfm?newsid=197</link><description xml:space="preserve"><![CDATA[
                                                                Providence Rolls Out New Wheels for Group TransportationProvidence College and Seminary has been scouting for a new vehicle to replace the schools ailing coach bus for quite some time. Taking into account cost, fuel economy and group transportation safety, the school has purchased a 21-seat Ford mini-bus.With the help of Ken Reimer, head of bus sales for Fairway Ford in Steinbach, the decision was made on Feb. 24 and the bus is already in use as it made its maiden voyage for Providences athletics teams on a trip to Iowa last week.This purchase is also made possible with the help of the Winnipeg Foundation, proceeds from the sale of the old Providence bus, contributions from the Fine Arts Department as well as from the Athletic Department.The bus is a 21 seater with ample storage for equipment, says Gary Schellenberg, Director of Campus Services. The seats are high-back, reclining seats with good quality fabric. The bus has air conditioning, cruise control, a public address system and is altogether a great ride. It is a diesel engine so it will be very economical to drive. Providence will be adding our logo and other decals on the bus as well as installing computer plug-ins for those who are academically inclined to study while on trips.]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 12:00:00 CST</pubDate></item><item><title>New Director of Development</title><link>http://www.providenceseminary.ca/seminary/news_and_events/news_releases/index.cfm?newsid=191</link><description xml:space="preserve"><![CDATA[
Providence College and Seminary is pleased to announce that Margaret Schonewille of Kenora, ON, has accepted the position as Director of Development starting in March 2010.Margaret comes to Providence with extensive experience in banking, along with experience in operating her own business in Accounts Receivable and Collections in order to assist small businesses in rural communities in collecting delinquent accounts. Most recently, Margaret had the privilege to work with the Alzheimer Society of Kenora/Rainy River Districts. She served as a Board Member for four years and as their Executive Director for the past eleven years. In her role as Executive Director she was responsible for all operational areas including Accounting, Fund Development, Volunteerism, Marketing, Public Relations and Human Resources.My husband, Dick, was one of the first students to attend Providence in its Otterburne location in the 70s, said Margaret when explaining her connection to Providence. Dick often shared the wonderful memories of his experiences at this great school, the friends he made, the work he did to put himself through, and the impact the school made in his life.A number of years later, our daughter, Janet, followed in her dads footsteps by attending as well. Janet graduated in 2000 from Providence with her Bachelor of Social Sciences. She then went to Brandon University to get her Bachelor of General Studies and her Bachelor of Education. In May she will be graduating with her Masters from Brandon U. Our son is a Correctional Officer in Peace River, Alberta.Margaret is originally from Toronto, but she refers to Manitoba as her second home. After living in Manitoba for a few years, while Dick was a pastor at Bible Baptist Church in Portage la Prairie, they had always plannedand are now excitedto return.A self-described team player, Margaret is looking forward to working as a team player with all who have lead in the growth of Providence to date.When I think of the position of Director of Development, I think of a carpenters workshop, said Margaret. Much work is done by many before the product is ready to be admired by others. I look forward to the challenges in the workshop of Providence College and Seminary, and with everyones help, well continue to see great things happen.Margarets other interests and pastimes are her family (Dick, her husband, and their grown children Janet and Brian), her dogs (Shadow, Sam  Buddy), and her love for local and international travel.]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Feb 2010 12:00:00 CST</pubDate></item><item><title>Workshop Helps Charities</title><link>http://www.providenceseminary.ca/seminary/news_and_events/news_releases/index.cfm?newsid=180</link><description xml:space="preserve"><![CDATA[
Workshop Reaches Charities with Techniques to Help Keep Doors OpenThe Providence Business Initiative, working in collaboration with TheCharitiesFile.ca and the Canada Revenue Agency, presented a workshop on Jan. 30, helping churches and charities make sure theyre fulfilling all the requirements to keep their charitable status intact. Were excited to work with the excellent resources of TheCharitiesFile.ca and the CRA, said Providence President Gus Konkel. Part of the goal of the Providence Business Initiative is to help churches develop the administrative and management skills they need. This workshop fits the Initiatives mandate exactly. The workshop was held at the Steinbach Mennonite Brethren Church. Just over 20 people attended, representing 14 different organizations from all across Southern Manitoba, from Altona to St. Pierre. Denominations participating included Mennonite Brethren, Evangelical Lutheran, the Evangelical Free Church, and the Catholic Church. Feedback from participants tells us that they found the workshop to be informative, and useful. Participants said that they would recommend the workshop to others, said Bruce Duggan, Associate Professor of Management at Providence College. We are working on plans to repeat this workshop in other regions of rural Manitoba later this year.The event was also a time for treasurers and church administrators to network with each other. Steinbach and the surrounding areas have many churches, and it was an opportunity for leaders from different congregations to meet.]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Feb 2010 12:00:00 CST</pubDate></item><item><title>Missio Dei: Fighting Global Injustice</title><link>http://www.providenceseminary.ca/seminary/news_and_events/news_releases/index.cfm?newsid=179</link><description xml:space="preserve"><![CDATA[
                                                                Alumna Kristine Rea Empowers Students to Fight Global Injustice                                                                    Providence students contemplate social injustice in other countries            Alumna Kristine Rea Empowers Students to Fight Global InjusticeKristine Rea grew up in Otterburne, MB, which is pretty much a curling rink and a post office. Now she uses her training in psychotherapy to train people around the world and empower others to fight global injustice.I was born and raised in Otterburne, says Rea, a Providence alumna (nee Masterson) who is now a psychotherapist for couples therapy and trauma recovery who volunteers with the International Justice Mission doing fundraising and training nationals to go back to their countries to help with post-trauma recovery. I didnt see myself as a global power player, but I think I was deceived. I started off in Otterburne, but I had options.On Feb. 4, Rea returned to Providence College and Seminary for Missio Dei, a two-day event helping over 500 students, staff, and faculty to become aware of issues of social injustice in the world. Reaand other event speakersalso promoted tangible ways the students could make a difference in the lives of others around the world.Injustice is the misuse of power, says Rea. Most people in the world dont have a lot of power. I have a lot of power compared to how the women in the rest of the world live.Rea encouraged the students to look at the level of education, food intake, accommodation, clothes, healthcare, and transportation available to Canadians. She described the option to have an education as an indication of the power we have.She also recognized that students at Providence are already making a difference. What I noticed from the students at Providence was a sense of people saying, yes, I see this. How can I help?Missio Dei helped encourage Manitoba students to choose to get an education, choose to buy products not made by slaves, and even choose a profession in fighting injustice.There are a lot of students who are doing this already, said Rea. I can really see how this generation is growing up with a sense of justice. In this age group, Ive talked with Povidence student Caleb Screpnek, about his ideas on business and capitalism and how to incorporate justice and fair trade. Its very encouraging.Rea graduated from Providence College in 1994 with her BAin Church Ministries, and from Providence Theological Seminary in 1999 with her MAin Counselling.]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Feb 2010 12:00:00 CST</pubDate></item><item><title>Distinguished Alumnus Passes Away</title><link>http://www.providenceseminary.ca/seminary/news_and_events/news_releases/index.cfm?newsid=174</link><description xml:space="preserve"><![CDATA[
Providence distinguished alumnus Glenn Penner, former CEO of Voice of the Martyrs, passed away on Jan. 26, after a seven-year struggle with cancer.Glenn graduated from Providence Theological Seminary in 1991 with an MA in Specialized Ministry - Education and had started his Doctor of Ministry degree in 2005.I remember Glenn very well, says Gus Konkel, president of Providence College and Seminary, a very earnest student, had firm ideas, but who emerged well educated and knowing how to learn.Providence was privileged to interview Glenn for the school newspaper in spring of 2007. In the article, Glenn passionately urged people to recognize the reality of persecution in the world.<br/>There isnt a persecuted church and a western church. Were one church. Everything were reading today about missions, about the growth of the church in the developing world, tells us that the church is growing and that one of the characteristics of it is persecution. Not that the persecution is causing the growth, but the growth is causing the persecution.Most Christians in the world do not have the freedom we have, and you know what? It hasnt slowed them down one bit, said Glenn.Glenn joined Voice of the Martyrs-Canada in 1997 and was diagnosed with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia just five years later. Thirteen years after starting at VOM, Glenn took on the role of Scholar-in- Residence/Executive Advisor (January 2010).The Voice of the Martyrs Persecuted Church Weblog included a comment from Chief Operations Officer, Floyd Brobbel, which said, Words can never completely convey what Glenn meant to me and over the years ahead I will cherish the memories of my time with Glenn. The meetings, the travel, the laughter, the tears, the heated discussions, the planning, the practical jokes, and the list goes on to form a wonderful tapestry Glenn wove into my life. I would not change a thing because it all narrows to one word for me, and that is 'friend.'To read the full article at The Voice of the Martyrs Persecuted Church Weblog, click here.]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 12:00:00 CST</pubDate></item></channel></rss>
