Melanesia Nazarene Bible College Graduates 32 Students

Graduation started Friday night the 23rd of November with a commissioning service where Asia Pacific Regional Director Rev. Verne Ward shared the word of God with the graduating class. The theme of his message was "God is Able." It was both powerful and challenging.

The weekends festivities continued on Saturday with the graduation ceremonies. The 39th graduating class of MNBC commenced with a procession at 10 am lead by the student body president carrying the Bible College flag, followed by Rev. Bill Swesy, principal of MNBC. Next in line was Asia Pacific Regional Director, Rev. Verne Ward, Field Strategy Coordinator for Melanesia and South Pacific Fields, Rev. James Johnson, College Board Chairman Rev. Andrew Akus, MNBC staff and the graduating students. Greetings were given and three of the local community leaders gave brief speeches. Rev. David Kina lead the gathering in the singing of the PNG National Anthem followed by the guest speaker for the graduation Rev. Mike Piecell from Ohio. Pastor Mike challenged the graduating class to look after their lives, to live a Christ-like life and to make Christ-like disciples. A total of 32 students graduated, 8 with diplomas in ministry, 16 with certificates of ministry and 8 with certificates of literacy.

written by Pastor Daniel edited by Jeff \Photos by Natalie Ward