North West Regional Preaching Conference
c/o North Portland Bible College
P O Box 11437
Portland, OR 97211
P/503-288-2919•F/503-282-3795
nwrpc@yahoo.com

For more information go to:
www.nwrpc.org

North Portland Bible College Returns to Birthplace for Banquet

For its 27th Annual Banquet, NPBC returned to its birthplace at Maranatha Church. On Saturday, November 7, 2009, a diverse crowd of both former and prospective students, faculty and staff, supporters and friends, and board members heard an inspiring message from Dr. Mark Strong of Life Change Christian Center. The banquet theme was “God is Able.” Dixie Worthington presided as Master of Ceremony. NPBC President, Dr. LeRoy Haynes, Jr. presented two awards which highlighted college goals. The first award for exemplary community service and leadership was given to Rev. John and Vivian Parker for their years of ministry to prisoners and their families. The other award, “Christian Educator of the Year” was presented to Dr. James Sweeney, Provost at Western Seminary, for the strategic ways he has assisted with teaching and in academic leadership at NPBC. Christian Kofi and friends provided African drumming during the reception time. Emmanuel Henreid shared in word and songs during the program. A great time of celebration and encouragement was enjoyed by everyone.