Students are Home

September 4, 2014

Dear Mark, Last week our students came home. Several new freshmen joined our upperclassmen. What a great joy to have them  all here. Needless to say, the campus is no longer quiet. We hear singing, talking, shouting, musical instruments, and praying. We were delighted to have several visitors, as well,  in our first Friday night service. The Spirit of God was present as we worshiped, and listened to the Word of God.  If you are ever in the area,  we would love to have you attend as well. We want to thank the Lord for one of our donors this week.   For several years, each fall,  he has donated beef cows to the school.  He grows them, and sends them to the slaughterhouse for us.  He has done the same this year.  This donation is a great boost to our cafeteria, and helps us save greatly.   We say thank you to him. Blessings, (Dr.) Jeffrey Bell President   Pictured: Students in the Student Lounge    JOIN US  Sunday, September 7, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. Charleston Pentecostal Church  Rev. Matthew Ward Charleston, ME Sunday, September 21, 2014 at 10:00 A.M. Fryeburg Assembly of God  Rev. David Reed Fryeburg, ME Sunday, September 28, 2014 at 10:30 A.M. & 6:00 P.M LaGrange Full Gospel Assembly  Rev. Ed Costain LaGrange, ME       To give to the Retirement Fund click here.

Excitement on Campus by President Dr. Jeffrey Bell

Dear Friends,

Excitement is rising on the Campus as the students are arriving to begin the Fall semester!  Each year we start the school year by taking the staff away for a retreat.  This year we were at The Cabins at China Lake, Maine. Devotions and special sessions were held to give direction for the school year.  Families enjoyed the lake, staff members cooked the meals and cleaned up, games were played, and all had a good time of fellowship.

Pictured: Faith School Staff

From time to time, a class from the original Higgins Classical Institute (founded by Rev. John Higgins) will ask to hold a class reunion at the school.  We were delighted a few weeks ago, when the Class of 1964 celebrated  their 50th reunion.   It was my pleasure to lead them in prayer and take them on a tour of the facilities.  They seemed pleased with the upkeep and improvements of the Campus. Blessings, (Dr.) Jeffrey Bell President

Board of Directors by President Dr. Jeffrey Bell

Dear Friends,

Faith School of Theology was established in 1959.  We will soon begin our 56th year.  We would like to introduce our Board of Directors to you.  I am very grateful to this group who help us to make the major decisions concerning our school.

Pictured:  Dr. Jeffrey Bell and the Board of Directors

Back Row:  Rev. Greg Dunlop of St. John, NB, Canada, Rev. Gary A. Stearn of Nashua, New Hampshire, Mr. Robert Deslauriers of Barrington, New Hampshire, Rev. Christopher L.A. Hutchinson of Kingston, Jamaica, Rev. Douglas L. Nelms of Conyers, Georgia. Middle Row:  Rev. Ed Michael of Baltimore, Maryland, Rev. Bruce A. Blakney of Washburn, Maine, Rev. David Levandusky of Greenfield, Massachusetts,  Rev. Joseph W. Beesley of Fredericton, N.B., Canada, Rev. Matthew M. Ward of Charleston, Maine, Dr. Alston Oliver of Old Town, Maine, Rev. Andrew DeRier of Charleston and Easton, Maine. Front Row:  Dr. Jeffrey A. Bell -  President of Charleston, Maine, Rev. Randy V. Crozier -  Vice-President of Canada, Rev. Pearl L. Wells - Secretary/Treasurer of Charleston, Maine, Rev. Morgan Topolski, Alumni President of Charleston, Maine. Blessings, (Dr.) Jeffrey A. Bell President

Ministry by President Dr. Jeffrey A. Bell

Dear Friends,

My wife, Faith, and I had a great opportunity to preach in two churches this past Sunday. In the morning we were at Grace Assembly of God in Woodsville, New Hampshire, with Pastor Bruce and Cindy Lee (both graduates of the class of 1974). In the evening we were in Newport, Vermont, with Pastor Mark (graduate - 2004) and Pauline Aube at Faith Lighthouse Assembly of God. At both of these services we presented the school and felt like the Lord talked to hearts.  My staff and I are busy planning and preparing for the fall semester.   Please keep us in your prayers. Blessings, (Dr.) Jeffrey A. Bell President

Pictured:  Dr. Jeffrey and Faith Bell

Vacation by President Dr. Jeffrey A. Bell

Dear Friends,

My wife, Faith, and I are in New Jersey for a few days vacation. It was our joy to attend a surprise birthday party for Faith's father, Mr. Daniel DiBonaventura, of Millville, New Jersey, who turned 90 years young. We also are visiting with her brother, Nathan, and her sister, Hope. This week we will say good-bye to staff members - Revs. Glenn and Bethany Gromel as they leave to pastor in Mattawamkeag, Maine; Mr. Russell and Mrs. Amanda Kneeland as they go to operate a Christian School in Hudson, New York; and Mr. Kyle and Mrs. Jennifer Kovar as they relocate to Mississippi. We will miss these staff members and their families! The work continues in Charleston. Thank you to our staff for all that they do - whether it be in the office or on the grounds. Thank you to our supporters. Your prayers and financial help mean so much, and we pray that God will bless you for your sacrifices. Blessings, (Dr.) Jeffrey A. Bell President

Pictured:  Dr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Bell and Family

Travels by President Dr. Jeffrey A. Bell

Dear Friends,

It was my pleasure to travel to Knoxford, NB, Canada on Sunday, June 8th to participate in the ordination of Gordon and Kelly Blakeney (both graduates of 2013).  The Blakeneys were ordained by Knoxford Praying Band Church.  Gordon was also ordained by Faith Chapel - Faith Fellowship International of Charleston, Maine.  Rev. and Rev. Blakeney have been instructors at our school in Ghana, Africa.  They will be working at the school in Charleston this next year, with plans to return to Ghana in August 2015. On June 12th, my wife, Faith, and I will be traveling to New Jersey for a few days of vacation.  We will return on Monday, June 23rd. Blessings, (Dr.) Jeffrey A. Bell President

Pictured:  Revs. Gordon and Kelly Blakeney

NEEDED!! by President Dr. Jeffrey A. Bell

Dear Friends,

NEEDED:    Are you looking for an opportunity to use your handyman talents for the Lord, and touch people at the same time?  Faith is looking for a good all-around handyman.  This person should have a bit of knowledge about a lot of things.  What you don't know, we can teach you.  Must be hard-working, and willing to labor for a minimum wage.  Will have opportunities to touch the lives of students for the Lord.

Kyle Kovar and family (not pictured baby Dylan)

Our present handyman has been Mr. Kyle Kovar.  He has been here for two years, and has done a good job.  Mr. Kovar and his family are moving to Mississippi next week.  We wish them many blessings as they take this step in their lives. If you have any interest in this position of handyman, please contact us at 207-285-3373.    Blessings, (Dr.) Jeffrey A. Bell President