Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20Greetings friends, We have waded our way into 2017 and are trusting God to continue to do meaningful things in us and through us. As students, staff, and faculty, we gathered for chapel in January and I delivered my yearly “State of the Academy” address. I always seek to acknowledge our roots and yet find inspiration in the opportunities before us. This year is no different. We draw strength and confidence from the faithfulness of God. He has blessed and used Briercrest for 82 years on the Canadian landscape and in all kinds of global contexts. We thank God for all of you who continue to partner with us in Great Commission endeavors. But we also look to the future with all of its opportunities, challenges, and unknowns, knowing that God will continue to show Himself faithful. In my address, my last theme pivoted around our spiritual passion. I offered a challenge to the institution and I now would challenge you too. Romans 12:11 reminds us to “Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord” (NIV). We at Briercrest continue to draw on God’s strength. We want to live loving, impactful, passionate lives of devotion. I trust you do too. Keep your spiritual fervor! Partnering together to trust God for great things in 2017, Michael Watch the State of the Academy Address here. STATE OF THE ACADEMY ADDRESS