Thursday, May 7, 2015 The Reporter
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Trinity Christian College names mayor Southwest Symphony concert will of Holland, Mich., as its next president celebrate the music of Frank Sinatra Trinity Christian College’s next president came to the Palos Heights campus last Thursday for a welcome visit and reception Kurt D. Dykstra, an attorney who is now the mayor of Holland, Mich., has been appointed to become Trinity’s president, effective July 1. With a calling to public service, President-elect Dykstra will bring years of leadership experience to the role of president. Besides serving as mayor of the city of Holland, he is the senior vice president and community president of Mercantile Bank of Michigan. In addition, he teaches law and political science-related courses at Hope College in Holland and has been an attorney since 1997. “We are very pleased and excited that the board of trustees has approved the appointment of Kurt Dykstra as the next president of Trinity Christian College,” said Marty Ozinga III, chairman of Trinity’s Board of Trustees. “Into the role of president, he brings many talents, along with a commitment to the Lord and to Christian higher education and impressive professional experience as a lawyer, banker, Christian college instructor, and public servant. We thank God as we look forward to supporting Kurt as we begin a new chapter at Trinity.” “Kurt Dykstra is a dynamic individual who has been a leader in every organization with which he has been affiliated,” said Terry Van Der Aa, chair of the presidential search committee. “He has a love for Christian higher education and will bring a new energy to Trinity Christian College.” Dr. Liz Rudenga, former provost, has been serving faithfully in the role of interim president since June 1, 2014. She will continue her committed leadership of the college through June 30, the end of the academic year. Rudenga was appointed as interim following the departure of former president Dr. Steve Timmermans, who had accepted a position as executive director of the Christian Reformed Church in North America. “I am honored and humbled to be selected as Trinity’s eighth president,” said Dykstra. “Leah and I know that God has guided Trinity throughout her history and trust God has great things planned for Trinity’s future. We both consider it a special privilege to join the Trinity family and are excited to begin the work before us.” Dykstra said he looks forward to bringing his passion for Christian higher education to the role of president. For the past seven years, he has served on the board of Northwestern College (Iowa), his alma mater. In the college classroom setting, he has shared his expansive knowledge and expertise as a part-time member of the faculty at Hope College for more than a decade, teaching upper-level courses in the Department of Economics and Business and the Department of Political Science. In addition, he has mentored and offered career guidance to students. As Holland’s mayor since 2009, Dykstra has provided leadership for this industrious and prosperous lakefront city, known for its world-class industry, award-winning downtown, and Lake Michigan beaches. This role and that of an attorney have given Dykstra myriad opportunities for interacting with diverse people, from top leaders in government and industry to everyday families. Dykstra himself grew up in
Oostburg, Wisconsin, and was the first in his family to graduate from college. Dykstra earned his Bachelor of Arts (Magna Cum Laude) at Northwestern College, in Orange City, Iowa, and his Juris Doctor at Marquette University Law School, in Milwaukee, Wis., graduating first in class (Summa Cum Laude). While at Marquette he also was elected the editor in chief of the Marquette Law Review. He is a former judicial law clerk for the Honorable Ann Walsh Bradley of the Wisconsin Supreme Court and practiced law for 15 years at two National Law Journal 250 firms. While Dykstra’s work as mayor has contributed to his understanding of financial health and a vibrant economy, his expertise in the financial arena stems primarily from his professional experience in the private sectors of law and banking. He brings with him a grasp of business realities and management acumen as well as a successful history of fundraising based on building relationships, a hallmark of his career in law, politics, nonprofits, education, and business. “Kurt is an extraordinary leader and will serve Trinity Christian College with distinction,” said Dr. James Bultman, president emeritus of Hope College and former president of Northwestern College. “His appointment is a great loss for the city of Holland and Hope College, a tremendous gain for Trinity, and an exciting opportunity for an exceptional family. A bright future awaits the Trinity community.” The Trinity community welcomes not only a new leader, but Dykstra’s family, including his wife of 22 years, Leah, assistant director of admissions at Hope College, and their two teenage daughters, Juliana and Emma-Elisabeth. They are members of Holland’s Pillar Church, a dual-affiliation congregation of the Reformed Church in America and the Christian Reformed Church in North America. Leah serves as the vice president of the council at Pillar. “I have long admired and cared for the work that Trinity Christian College has been called to do, and hearing the announcement that you have chosen Kurt Dykstra as its next president feels like a marriage made in heaven,” said Rev. Dr. Timothy Brown, president of Western Theological Seminary, in Holland. “Kurt Dykstra will be a great college president. Kurt and Leah Dykstra together will be a terrific gift to Trinity, the students, the faculty, and the staff.” “Authenticity, integrity, and faithfulness to the Reformed tradition are words I would use to describe Kurt Dykstra,” said Rev. Dr. Matthew Floding, director of ministerial formation at Duke Divinity School, in Durham, North Carolina. “Kurt possesses a wonderful skill set that will make him an effective and consummate leader.”
Selection process
In July 2014, the executive committee of Trinity’s Board of Trustees announced the formation of a presidential search committee, chaired by Terry Van Der Aa, former Trinity Board of Trustees chair. Rob Buikema, Board of Trustees vice chair, served as the committee’s vice chair and Board of Trustees liaison to the search committee. The board also engaged Price Harding, partner at CarterBaldwin Executive Search. The committee was composed of representatives from Trinity’s diverse constituencies, including the college’s current and former board of trustees members, alumni, faculty, staff, administration and student body. — Trinity Christian College
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
Recording artist Tom Tiratto, known for his portrayal of Francis Albert Sinatra, will take the stage with the Southwest Symphony Orchestra to celebrate Sinatra’s 100th birthday in the Tribute to Ol’ Blue Eyes. The tribute will be part of the SSO Youth Concerto Competition concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday in the Ozinga Auditorium of Trinity Christian College, 6601 W. College Drive, Palos Heights. Known for his interpretive phrasing and memorable arrangements, Sinatra was a musical giant for a generation. Tiratto, who played Sinatra in The Rat Pack is Back revue performed in Las Vegas, San Francisco, and Chicago, will sing Sinatra favorites such as I’ve Got You under My Skin, My Way and The Way You Look Tonight. This concert includes Gershwin’s An American in Paris and features the 2015 winner of the SSO’s Youth Concerto Competition clarinetist Amer Hasan playing Von Weber’s Clarinet Concerto No. 1. Tickets, $16 to $25, can be purchased at the door, or in advance at 802-0686 and online at www.
The final concert this season for the Southwest Symphony Orchestra on Saturday is a salute to Francis Albert Sinatra upon his 100th Birthday, featuring recording artist Tom Tiratto. southwestsymphony.com. Seniors, ists wishing to audition for the 65 and over pay $16. Children 12 orchestra should call the number and under are free. Instrumental- above.
Focus on Seniors Smith Senior Living to host retirement planning sessions Smith Senior Living, as part of an ongoing “Smart Sessions” series informing older adults about retirement living and planning, has invited Sharon Brooks, a national retirement living expert, to speak. During two free workshops titled, “Retirement Planning 101,” Brooks shares her insights about how to be a savvy shopper when exploring retirement lifestyle opportunities.
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The Worth Senior Pinochle The Double Nickel Plus Cho- club is seeking new members. rus meets at the Community Membership is free. Visit the Center, 3450 W. 97th St. in Ev- group at the Worth Park Disergreen Park, every Wednesday trict Terrace Centre, 11500 at 9:30 a.m. in Room 111. New- Beloit Ave., every Monday and comers are welcome. For more Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Games begin at noon. information, call 422-8776. Call 448-1181 for information.
55 and Up
Palos Hills residents 55 years and older meet from noon to 2 p.m. the second and fourth Brooks will provide an Wednesdays of each month at overview of retirement living the Palos Hills Community Cenoptions, offer resources and ter, 8455 W. 103rd St. Tickets for strategies for retirement living events must be purchased one planning, and suggest questions week in advance. Entertainment older adults and their families includes musicians, singers, lunshould ask when touring a retirement community. Both events include lunch prepared by Smith’s executive chefs and a tour of the Smith facility.
Meals on Wheels
The Evergreen Park Office of Citizens’ Services offers a Meals on Wheels program for village residents 60 years and older who are unable to prepare their own meals. Meals are delivered Monday through Friday. For more information, call 422-8776.
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The Smith Vi l l a g e “Retirement Planning 101” presentation is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 20, at 2320 W. 113th Pl., Chicago. For reservations, call 773-474-7303. The Smith Crossing presentation is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 21, at 10501 Emilie Lane in
Church Corner Church committee seeing vendors for upcoming festival The Communications Committee at the United Methodist Church of New Lenox is hosting a campground festival in June. They are currently seeking vendors to participate. The Old Campground Festival Arts and Crafts will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 27 on the grounds of the church, 339 W. Haven Ave. For more information, call 815485-8271.
CHARLES FRANCIS BEVID Charles Francis Bervid, 91, died April 24 at his home in Oak Lawn. Services were held April 28 from Palos Gaidas Funeral Home to St. Fabian Church. Interment was at Resurrection Cemetery. Mr. Bervid, a retired Chicago police officer, served in World War II as a Navy Seaman First Class on USS LST 529 and USS LST 400. Survivors include his son, Paul Bervid; sister, Virginia Smat; and many nieces and nephews. JOHN J. DEVENS John “Jack” J. Devens, 87, died April 22 at his home in Worth. Services were held April 25 from Curley Funeral Home to Our Lady of the Ridge Church. Interment was at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Mr. Devens was a retired mechanic. He is survived by his wife, Sandra (nee Rehm); children, Mary (Stephen) Stanis, Katherine (Keith) Longrie, Margaret (Edward) Palenik, John Devens Jr., Patricia (James) Denison, Janet (Michael) Gunkel and Donna (Nick) Vamrakas; and 56 grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
ALICE M. MURRAY Alice M. Murray (nee Hartig), 90, of Worth, died April 19 at her home. Services were held April 23 from Schmaedeke Funeral Home to Our Lady of the Ridge Church. Interment was at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Mrs. Murray, a Chicago native, was a homemaker. She is survived by her children, Tom (Char) Murray, Lyn (Ken) Koester, Allisan (the late Frank) Konrath and Jim (Karen) Murray; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. EVELYN H. ZIEMANN Evelyn H. Ziemann (nee Gensch), 90, died April 26 at Smith Village in Chicago. Services were Friday from Kosary Funeral Home to St. Paul Lutheran Church in Oak Lawn. Interment was at Bethania Cemetery. Mrs. Ziemann is survived by nieces and nephews, Ruth Feldscher, Rev. Daniel Gensch, Dr. Magdalene Corbin and Walter Gaedtke Jr., and many greatand great-great-nieces and nephews.
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