The Beacon - January 2024

LETTERS FROM OXFORD

THE BEACON

by Alley MacDonald

NO.5

CHURCH CULTURE WARS

by Abeni Knowles

DRESSEMBER

by Malcolm Ohlhauser

JANUARY 2024 ISSUE NO. 5

We asked: What are you most looking forward to this semester?

Editor-in-chief: Mari Kadri Assistant Editor: Malcolm Ohlhauser Beacon writing team: Alley MacDonald, Evan Carr, Abeni Knowles, Noah Miller, Abbi Skailing, Suava Hoffman, Hayley Cook, Evan Cook

OCTOBER 2023

Special thanks to the CSA

ISSUE NO. 2

Front cover photo courtesy of George A. Rawlyk Library Archives

January 2024 Schedule

Would you like your Society’s event included in the monthly schedule? Make sure to let us know by the last Thursday of each month!

Crandall Memes

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Ringing in the New Year: Crandall’s 75th Anniversary

by Mari Kadri It’s Crandall’s birthday!

This year, Crandall University is turning 75.

Well, that’s not the full story. Crandall University has gone through multiple name changes over the years from when it was first established in 1949 as the United Baptist Bible Training School (UBBTS). Located on Salisbury Road, the Training School at the time served as both a secondary school and a Bible school.

The university we now know as Crandall had it’s first name change in 1970, when it became the Atlantic Baptist College (ABC).

Years later, in 1996 the university would move to it’s current location on Gorge Road and change it’s name once again to the Atlantic Baptist University (ABU) - a name that represented it The final name change took place in 2009 when the university adopted the name of Crandall, in honour of Joseph Crandall, a prominent Baptist minister in the region who lived from 1761 – 1858.

Joseph Crandall played an important role in Baptist history in the Maritimes.

Interestingly, the Beacon has been around for just about as long as Crandall University has - albeit with a few hiatuses. The Beacon is a part of Crandall’s legacy and a recognizable name among alumni dating back to the first years of the school.

Over the coming few months, the Beacon will be taking part in celebrating Crandall University’s history with Throwbacks to previous issues and other fun content!

We’re kicking off the throwback content, with an article from the archives, which was written by

Throwback

Dr. Grant was once a student just like us! He graduated from Crandall (then ABU) the same year that the campus moved to Gorge Road!

Years later, with doctorate in tow, he would come back to teach future Crandall alum (like us!)

alumnus Kim Hogg, who was editor of the Beacon in 2001 (long before most first-years were even born!).

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Now

Growing Up Quickly

by Kim Hogg Originally printed April 2001 (The Beacon, Vol. 52 Issue 7) As it turns out, The Beacon is much older than we had (most of) you believing. Research into our highly-valuable archives has shown that we are actually 51 years old. So we have changed the Volume number to reflect a better understanding of our history.

The Beacon was first published on February 15th 1950, and was printed monthly (as it pretty much is today). It was printed on standard, letter-sized paper, using a Gestetner printer. The staff consisted of sever people (about the same as today), whose goal was to preach the gospel.

Circulation was approximately 400, with roughly 450 on the mailing list. Of that list, there were near 125 regular subscribers. The audience of the newspaper was different than today, with The Beacon originally being sent to the Baptist Young People's Unions in the three Maritime Provinces, in rotation.

Things have changed in many ways, although the name has stayed the same. We are now publishing on tabloid-sized newsprint, running 500 copies per issue. The newspaper's primary audience is the student body, but the faculty and staff are also active readers.

We are no longer thematically centered, nor is our mission to primarily preach the gospel.

Instead, today's Beacon's goal is to be "honest, truthful, stimulating, provocative and entertaining. The Beacon is committed to informing the student body of Atlantic Baptist University, challenging their minds, and providing a forum for students to publicize their views and opinions."

Scan of front cover of April 2001 issue.

Courtesy of George A. Rawlyk Library Archives

The purpose and student demographics of UBBTS (United Baptist Bible Training School) were much different than today's ABU. As the institution has changed, the student publications have likewise transformed. It is our hope that the differences in the newspaper have continued to reflect the changes in the student body, its interests, and its needs.

Kim Hogg graduated Crandall in 2001 with a degree in Communications. She was editor-in Chief for the Beacon in 2001, and she was voted most likely to become the Prime Minister AND most likely to be the next Bill Gates/computer genius in the 2001 Crandall Yearbook.

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Dressember: A Fight Against Human Trafficking

by Malcolm Ohlhauser Dressember is a social movement that combines the two simple words, dress and December, to bring to light the horrible system that is human trafficking.

Annually, participants will choose to wear fancy clothing for the entire month of December.

Whether it is a suit and tie or a dress, they commit to wearing something that will separate them from the crowd to bring awareness and change to their environments.

The simple act of dressing up every day jumpstarts the conversation; somebody might ask, “why are you all dressed up?” or comment, “look who is all fancy.” This will easily allow you to have a great talk where you can share information about the cause.

Started in 2005, founder Blythe Hill started hearing about the urgency of human trafficking, but she was not a social worker or lawyer - instead her interest laid in fashion. She began her charity known as Dressember. First choosing to begin wearing dresses for the entire month of December. Soon the organization blossomed into an international force of dedicated people. This is the model Dressember uses to spread its message of hope and change for victims of human trafficking while raising money for them.

And it all starts with you making a simple change.

I first learned about Dressember and its mission during the start of December when I fell into the very model described above. Crandall’s very own Daniel Macdonald was participating in Dressember by committing to wear a nice shirt and tie every day. I commented on his wear, only to be engaged in a great conversation on the simple, yet effective way Dressember worked.

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M - “When did you first hear about Dressember and when did you get involved?”

D - “I first heard about Dressember when my cousins in Nova Scotia started doing it. At first I thought it was just a fun activity they did, but then found out it was for a super cool charity. I got involved myself two years ago, making this my third year participating, and it’s been great.”

M - “Awesome! What made you get involved in the movement?”

D - “The main reason I got involved was that I felt I needed a way to give, even while I felt I didn’t have that much. Seeing this opportunity, I thought it was an amazing opportunity to at least give some time and effort and get to talk to people about this amazing cause. I had heard a ton of stories about people who had been in terrible trafficking situations and had been rescued, and just being able to encourage others to help aid that cause really inspired me.”

M - “Was it hard to stay committed to dressing up?”

D - “At first participating was actually really easy for me. It’s fun and exciting at the beginning when you get to explain it to everybody. I guess as the month goes on there are times when I don’t feel as excited as much, but it helps when I remember how great the cause is, and that me putting in just a little extra effort might help make a big difference in someone else’s life.”

M - “How/where can people donate either to the foundation or to you specifically?”

D - “For donating to Dressember specifically, I have a page on their website (dressember.ca) that is active throughout the whole month [of December]. It only lasts for December, but you can still donate to the greater charity, International Justice Mission, all year round, and it’s honestly such an amazing charity.”

Daniel MacDonald looking spiffy for Dressember.

M - “What would you say is the most important thing to you that this movement deals with and why?”

D - “I think for me the most important part of the movement has been seeing and reading about the lives that are changed all over the world. There are so many stories I’ve been able to hear of people who have been rescued out of terrible circumstances and had their lives made so much better through International Justice Mission. And I’ve seen hearts grow in those who participated in this event as they become more conscious of the suffering of those in the world.

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I know for me, it has been a huge eye opener for some of the terrible things people have gone through, but also a great beacon of hope and encouragement to me as I see people truly striving to make a difference – even if it just means wearing a tie for a month.”

It‘s a small decision when compared to the impact Dressember makes when they work with leading organizations to dismantle trafficking from every angle. Each participant moves one more step in changing the world one fashion statement at a time.

Malcolm is a first year Sociology student interested in all things related to oils and vinegars. You can find him sipping on his favorite mango balsamic vinegar during his free time.

If you would like to learn more on this subject, please visit these resources:

What is human trafficking?

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The Typology of Modern Slavery

If you or someone you know may be a victim, call Canada's national human trafficking hotline at 1-833-900-1010

Crandall Theatre Mark your calendars!

Crandall Theatre is back this year with an original one-act play written and directed by Crandall’s own Sophie Chase!

Rehearsals are well under way to make a fun and exciting production.

It’s sure to be a good time - and it’s free!

Come out to support our theatre community on February 23, 24, or 25 (or all three!).

Stay tuned for more about Shake it Off: The Musical in coming issues!

Want to get involved?

There’s still time to sign up for Crandall Theatre’s variety show!

Do you have a hidden (or not so hidden) talent that you’d like to share? Now’s your chance!

Sign-up deadline is February 1st.

Contact Moriah at Moriah.Ohlhauser@crandallu.ca

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Letters from Oxford: January 10, 2024

by Alley MacDonald Dear Crandall, Greetings from your friends at Oxford University! (Well, not quite yet at Oxford, but very soon to be!) This semester, three Crandall students – Elizabeth Hayes, Alley MacDonald, and Micayla Reynolds — will be hopping across the pond to England to spend three months as associate students at Regent’s Park College as part of the Oxford Programme.

The Oxford Programme is an amazing opportunity for Crandall students to experience the literature, history, and culture of Great Britain. While there, we’ll be taking courses on Shakespeare and the history of drama, but it won’t all be work! The program is also filled with incredible extracurricular experiences, from taking in a play at the Globe Theatre to exploring some of England’s best museums to attending a super fancy academic dinner at Regent’s Park College. Wish me luck as I practice my curtseying!

Equally exciting is the fact that we’ll be staying in the adorable little town of Charlbury, just a quick train ride away from Oxford. (I’ve been told there are sheep!)

Students who have participated in the Oxford Programme in the past highly recommend it to current students who are open to new adventures. Alyssa Ching, Crandall’s very own Circulation Supervisor at the library, says that the experience helped her grow as a person: “Participating in the Oxford Programme brought me out of my shell in ways that I wasn’t expecting,” she told me, “I left England with stronger friendships and fonder memories than I could have hoped for, and the balance of studying and traveling opened me up to many new interests. Studying in Oxford was unlike anything I had ever done before, and I would do it all again!”

Each of us is super excited about this brand-new experience. As a Sherlock Holmes fan, Elizabeth is most looking forward to stopping by Baker Street, as well as exploring bookshops, antique stores, and theatres. Micayla says, “I’m most excited to live in Charlbury, which has so much history surrounding it. Plus, I’m looking forward to experiencing all the small and large differences that come with living in a different country.” As for me, I can’t wait to step inside the Bodleian Library for the first time!

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We would so appreciate your prayers as we finish up our preparations and fly from Canada to London. We’re super excited to tell you all about our adventures in future letters from Oxford!

Sincerely, Alley Alley is a third-year history major who harbours a secret love for the Finding Nemo soundtrack.

Note from the Editor: Please note that Alley’s regular column “Local Lore” will be on hiatus this semester as she takes part in the Oxford Programme. Instead, look out for more Letters from Oxford!

Dr. Zhan Yang: Researcher, Professor, Leader, and Christian

by Evan Carr As I walked into Dr. Zhan’s office, I noticed the overflowing bookshelves containing dozens of books ranging from Microbiology to Human Anatomy to Biochemistry, all of which reflect Zhan’s vast well of knowledge and experience. As I sat down at her desk saturated with papers, a miniature human model was on display, ready to teach a willing mind. Dr. Zhan’s academic career has taken her from China to Britian to Canada and beyond. Her faith journey has also been complex and intriguing.

It began in China when she received a book about the cosmos from a family member when she was still in grade school. This sparked something in her mind, and she concluded that a power must exist. The young atheist became an agnostic.

The tipping point came when her roommate who struggled with severe mental illness got a Bible and became a Christian and was completely healed. Dr. Zhan thought that this person was crazy for becoming a Christian and didn’t want anything to do with it. Ironically, she eventually received a Bible and started attending a Bible study group in England. The young scientist asked question after question and eventually concluded that the power that she believed to exist had to be Yahweh – the God of the Bible. This started a long and fruitful path in her life.

Zhan eventually came to Crandall and she hopes that she can be an encouragement to her students and inspire them to do great things. She is known by students to be kind and caring while still getting the job done.

In addition to listening to her testimony, I asked Dr. Zhan about her upcoming research leave, which will take place this semester. I asked her the following questions.

Q: What project will you be working on during your research leave and how did you come across this in the first place?

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A: The main research project I will focus on during my research leave is a cross-sectional study of Remnant impact of Covid on undergraduate social media usage associated with both mental and physical health in post-pandemic era. I came across this project at the end of my Research Method course last Spring. My objective of this course is to train our senior science students in how to integrate and analyze scientific data and facts so that they might have their own perceptions on a phenomenon of interest by applying scientific research methodology, especially in areas of Biomedicine and Health Sciences (my research territories). In that class, a group of students initialized this research project. Due to the time limitation, they finished data collection in the final week of that semester.

Q:

What do you hope to accomplish with this project?

A: I hope this project might lead to a peer-viewed publication with some of my students’ names in it. This is also my prayer. Please pray for us.

Q: What importance does this project have to yourself, and what do you aspire your findings to accomplish?

Dr. Zhan in the Life Sciences Lab. She

A: From my own perspective, providing research opportunities facilitates several labs such as Microbiology, Animal Kingdom, and to our senior undergraduate students is the first step to help them Human Anatomy. to find their interest in their future careers. My ultimate goal is a peer-viewed publication based on their research efforts in order to glory our Heavenly Father and fulfil the mission statement of our university: quality education rooted in Christianity. p.s. The last peer-viewed journal article with a name of my student (a Christian student) in the authorship was dated back to 2015. That student was accepted in a Medical School soon after she graduated from our university. Now she is a medical doctor.

Q: Research projects usually are a team effort. What organizations, institutions, or people will you be working with? Did you know them before this project?

A: I have multiple research partners teaming up with me for this project. Professor Dieu Hack, an expert in Public Health, is my internal research partner. In order to do this cross-sectional study, I will also work with an external research team back in China consisting of professionals (Ph.D. & Professors) in various territories. I knew them before this project.

Keep Dr. Zhan and her team in prayer as she does this work and we look forward to her results in Fall 2024!

Evan Carr is a third year Biology major student who enjoys hiking and biking the Crandall trail.

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Artist Spotlight: Zoë-Lyn Sippley

by Suava Hoffman

In this interview with Zoë-Lyn Sippley, a first-year Crandall student and artist, I get to know this member of Crandall’s Art Club whose art appeared in October’s Art Week. We discuss art styles, inspiration, and the impact of her experience in Claystone on her artwork.

S- Lots of students here at Crandall got to see your art displayed during Crandall’s Art Week in November. I was wondering, how did your art journey begin? What inspired you to become an artist?

Z- I started taking art seriously about three or four years ago. I started by drawing characters from movies that I really liked. I enjoy experimenting with art, and like to practice different styles. Over time, I fell in love with art.

S- What art mediums do you use?

Z- I use acrylic, watercolour, graphite, and charcoal—most kinds of fine art mediums. I really like experimenting and trying new mediums, so I have a wide variety.

S- I’ve seen that you have a pretty wide variety of mediums! I’ve seen some of your work, and it seems like you enjoy drawing all sorts of things. How would you describe your art style? And what are your favourite subjects to draw?

Z - My art style is mainly realism. In terms of subjects, I like to draw nature, especially animals. They’ve always been my favourite to draw when I’m doing commissions. I also enjoy drawing flowers and landscapes.

S- Where do you get your inspiration for your work, and what is your creative process like?

Z- I usually draw whatever I’m interested in at the moment.

Sometimes it’s characters from a book or movie that I’m into, sometimes it’s plants, it’s just whatever I am interested at that time. My creative process is pretty flexible, because I don’t really have a particular setting I do all of my work in.

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Sometimes I like to bring my watercolours outside and get inspired by the views, painting landscapes outside. I find that really relaxing.

Other times, I’ll work in my room. I like to get inspiration from other artists and recreate things I find.

S- It’s so interesting that you said that you like to create art outside, because you’re a Claystone student. You’ve spent lots of time outdoors on Claystone trips. How has Claystone affected you as an artist?

Z- Claystone’s experiences have really inspired me to draw more nature scenery, because we’re always in it. Sometimes I take my journal on Claystone trips and sketch the scenery and anything I find interesting out in nature.

Seeing God in nature has inspired me to draw the things that I see Him reflected in, and it has helped me fall in love with art so much more.

S- That’s wonderful. You’re not only a Claystone member, but also adjusting to university life. How has this affected your art?

Z- I certainly don’t have as much time to create now that I’m university, but I’ve adjusted. I’ve started using acrylic paints more often, as they’re a faster medium. I used to work with coloured pencils more often, but it takes a long time to finish a piece with that medium, so I’ve had to adjust to that lack of free time. My subject matter has changed to more landscapes and nature scenery because of Claystone’s influences as well.

S- That’s great that you’re still able to create during university and Claystone! Do you have any goals or visions for your art in the future?

Z- I would like to incorporate it into a career, but I’m not yet sure how I’d like to do that. I hope that I can continue to use my art to inspire people. I don’t know how exactly I’ll use it yet, but I want to keep creating art that reflects God and sharing that art with others.

S- That’s awesome. I hope we get to see lots more of your art at Crandall! Thank you!

Suava Hoffman is a second year Sociology and Psychology student with a passion for art, music, and people. She can usually be found with a cup of tea in hand and music blaring in her earbuds.

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Church Culture Wars: Lessons from the Bahamian Church and Atlantic Canadian Baptists

by Abeni Knowles Let me be clear: I’m not a Baptist.

I wasn’t raised tied to a specific denomination, but I do know the in’s and out’s of the Bahamian Church. I know enough to say that across all denominations, the roar of Sunday praise sounds all so similar, yet moves through the soul like the first touch of God. When I came to Canada, I learned quickly that the lines of denomination were more defined here. Entering any new church culture requires a process of trial and error to figure out where exactly you fit. For me, the process inevitably included a few visits to the Baptist church.

What I encountered did not astonish me, but taught me an invaluable lesson.

Growing up in The Bahamian Church, my natural charisma was supported by the atmosphere of the church. Though my friends and I did not all attend the same church or denomination on a Sunday morning, we’d all have the same story to tell on Monday at school. We’d recount how loud the lady behind us would sing along with the choir, no matter how many notes she missed.

We’d talk about how the praise dancers almost knocked someone out with their flags, or how the mimes almost flung themselves off the stage from dancing so hard. We’d remember how the Pastor screamed and prayed for 3 hours but miraculously never lost his voice. Ironically, we would go on and on just like he did. It didn’t matter what denomination our churches had on the sign. When you walked in, the sound was the same.

Bethel Baptist Church, New Providence, The Bahamas. The oldest Baptist Church in the country founded by slaves Samuel Scriven and Prince Williams in the late 18th century.

Fast forward, I move to Moncton and begin the process of entering the church culture. One thing I learned from that process is that the denominations that the churches have on the signs do mean something here.

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These institutions really are different from one another. Among this vast spectrum, the Baptist Church falls on the tranquil side. My visits to the Baptist Church included a lot of spectating, so I could see if this is where I belonged. I was quick to notice the hands that fell at peoples sides rather than above their heads. I heard the praise team that actually stuck with the set list rather than breaking off into the ministry of adlibs. The voice over the mic was the only one I could hear while they sang, and in the same way could I only hear the Pastor preach a 30 minute message with no “Amen” or “Come on now!” thrown at him from the crowd. No tears, tongues or tangents. Just stillness.

It didn’t take me long to know this was not the place for me. However, I cannot deny that this is the place for somebody. Exploring the church helped me to understand the diverse nature of how God interacts with His people and vice versa through worship. Worship is our response to the character (Who He is) and grace (What He’s done) of God. Our response to this character and grace is done through expression - and this is where these churches differ. It is safe to say that both sides have historically found problems with one another. Charismatic churches often find that tranquil churches do not fully grasp the character and grace of God and therefore are not able to worship in full Spirit nor Truth. Tranquil churches often find that charismatic churches are taken away in emotionalism rather than the Spirit and are also not fully worshiping in Spirit or Truth. I want to propose a view that none of these long standing arguments are necessarily true of both sides.

Can it not be true that in our thoughts of the character and grace of God that we are driven to exuberance and joy? One of the most iconic songs in the black church is ‘When I Think of the Goodness of Jesus’ by Bishop G.E. Patterson. It simply reads: When I think of the goodness of Jesus And what He has done for me My heart cries out “Hallelujah!”

“Thank God for saving me” Allow yourself to be taken back to Isaiah 6 where we see a vision of The Lord being surrounded by the hosts of heaven as they sing “Holy, Holy, Holy”. The incomprehensible love and glory of God exceeds the capacity of the human mind, heart, and soul. So of course for many, praise will spill over whenever they catch a glimpse of this Holy God. Can it not also be true that in our thoughts of this God, that we are struck in awe? That as we catch a glimpse of His holiness, we are driven to look onwards in stillness and quiet our hearts so that we don’t miss a thing. In the same way that this love and glory of God can drive people to overflow with a response of praise, it can drive people to empty themselves of all things in order to submerge themselves in all that The Lord is and has to offer them.

It is between you and God how you respond to who He is and what He has done. In our respective journey’s, let us never make the mistake of thinking that one way is more correct than the other.

Instead, realize that God is worthy of all of it - both the praise and the stillness.

Abeni is a 2nd Year Biblical Studies and Psychology Student who is on a self-imposed sabbatical from reality, patiently awaiting Season 4 of "The Chosen," in theatres February 1st, 2024.

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Film Review: Wonka

by Hayley Cook Happy New Year, film enthusiasts! Crandall Film Club is back with another review, this time for the ultra-sweet Wonka (2023) *SMALL SPOILERS AHEAD*: I’m making chocolate, o’course!

Whimsical, silly, and fun, Wonka is a feast for your eyes and ears! Although it is not perfect, with inconsistent acting and predictable jokes, Wonka is enjoyable nonetheless. There is a nice contrast between the grey, dirty, poor streets of a city which is most likely inspired by 1930’s London, and the bright, bold, delicious, and out-of-this-world creations by the title character. Also, if you’re expecting to find a Willy Wonka who shows blatant disregard for human safety and is completely antisocial, much like Johnny Depp and Gene Wilder in their respective Chocolate Factory films, you will not find that Wonka here. This movie is about Willy Wonka before he has been jaded by society - Willy is innocent, shows love to everyone, and has a lively dream that drives him. Because of these things, you can’t help but want to reach out and eat a few of Wonka’s treats.

Timothée Chalamet holds this film together like bubblegum sticks to the back of Violet’s ear. Without Chalamet, the film would have fallen flat. However, the actor’s kooky vibrance and charm brings Wonka to life. Also, most of his songs are catchy and well done (“Statistics” was just the beginning of his impressive musical career). And, although Chalamet was great as a weirdo chocolate maker, we know that his role as Paul Atreides in Dune: Part Two, which will arrive in theatres March 1, 2024, will blow everyone out of the desert—go watch Dune now if you haven’t already, and then watch the Dune: Part Two trailers because the movie is going to be HYPE. Stay tuned for the first Crandall Film Club event of 2024—follow @crandallfilmclub on Instagram for updates! We hope you have a great semester, and don’t forget to find time to watch a lot of movies this year!

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Sports Roundup

by Noah Miller It’s a big and important weekend in the first week of the new semester for our Men’s Basketball Team. Our Men’s Team is 4 points out of second place while being two games back. With home games on Friday the 12th at 8:00pm and Sunday the 14th at 3:00pm, they have a great chance to catch up to the league’s top two teams.

Our Women’s Basketball Team has a chance to catch up to St. Thomas with a home game against them on Friday the 12th at 6:00pm. A win would put them in a position to become even with them by the end of the weekend. The Women’s home game on Sunday the 14th is at 1:00pm against a tough opponent in Holland.

Make sure to come out and support both our Men’s and Women’s Teams this weekend to help them kick off the rest of their season with a bang.

In Volleyball news our Men’s Team plays at UNBSJ on Sunday the 14th. Our Women’s Team plays at Mount Allison on Friday the 12th and at UNBSJ on Sunday the 14th. Come out to support both teams as they play at home on Saturday the 27th and Sunday the 28th.

Do you have questions about Crandall sports?

Email me your questions at millernoa@crandalluniversity.ca and I’ll answer them in next month’s edition.

Noah is a third-year Business major who thinks excel is a fun way to spend an afternoon.

A Worship Playlist from the Writers’ Room Thank God

All Shall Be Well

Maverick City Music and Upperroom

John Van Deusen

Egypt

1,000 Names

Cain

Phil Wickham

Proverbs 3 (Tablet of Your Heart)

Breakthrough

Todd Dulaney

This is our God Phil Wickam

Redrocks

Days of Elijah Robin Mark

How He Loves

My Lighthouse

David Crowder Band

Rend Collective

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Scan for Spotify Playlist

SHALLNOT a place for expression

Mirror

by Elisha Reimer

Mirror mirror On the wall You're the greatest deception Of them all For what my eyes behold And what the truth portrays Are two very different subjects For two very different days For today my reflection Says my eyes are a storm blue gray And yet if I was to look away Would they stay that way?

Would the handful of little red dots Be such a big deal Would the dust of freckles Cause me to lose appeal You sit there on the wall And I will take a stand But not yet I do not have that strength in hand

Would you like your creative work featured in the Shallnot section of the Beacon?

Email submissions to CrandallBeacon@crandallu.ca or DM our Instagram

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photographed by Mari Kadri

Open Wound

by Anonymous

I’ve always poked bruises To desensitize myself to the pain So this wound I keep prodding But the pain isn’t going away Why did I drag this up?

I wish my ignorance held on a little tighter Because I was fine until I pricked this wound Maybe I just don’t know how to be alright Greif was explained to me as a box The box never goes away It just gets smaller, but My grief just seems to stay