Dear students of Emmanuel Bible College. There is a terrible occurrence of which I did not wish to inform you, but I fear there is no choice. Mike Salvatore, who is so anti-committal he will not join a committee he regularly attends, and so irresponsible he cannot hand in his own work, was in fact, late in his completion of Voice on the Street. In normal circumstances, a late submission is rejected for the issue, but, knowing that Voice on the Street is one of our big features, I decided to post it late. Mr. Salvatore’s not completing his assignments grieves me, and should not be a reflection of anyone’s negligence or silliness but his. However, freedom of the press allows me to allow him to speak his peace, here’s Voice on the Street.
Jordan Vetro

by: Mike Salvatore

Voice on the Street didn’t get published yesterday (on Monday) like it should have been. A responsible editor would have made sure it didn’t happen, right? I took this question to the streets to see what you, the students at EBC think about this most pressing of issues:

Jordan Vetro didn’t publish Voice on the Street yesterday. How did that make you feel?

Jeff Thiessen
I checked to find that it was there and it wasn’t there and it wasn’t there. I feel betrayed.

Charlie Knight
Almost AS outraged as a $1.50 chocolate milk

Dan Sage
I personally do not blame Jordan for not publishing Voice on the Street because I’m sure it’s the incompetence of the person who is responsible for writing Voice on the Street that we have to blame.

Jen Sills
I don’t know what voice on the street is.

John Matthew Lehman Hulk Goodwin
Voice on the Street…? I am fairly unaware of the Voice on the Street. Therefore, I remained mostly unmoved and indifferent by Jordan Vertro’s lack of publication initiative.

Dan Cook
I didn’t even know the voice was published.

Mike Sanders
To be totally honest I don’t read the EBC newsletter, therefore I am indifferent. But for the people who do read the voice, I hope that Jordan makes himself a bath that is too hot so he literally boils in his own stew. 

Jason Edgar
WHAT? Really? How does it make me feel? I feel offended that not only was our voice not heard, but the best section of the voice was missing.

Rachel Neumeister
It is not Jordan Vetro’s fault that Mike Salvatore did not get his voice on the street submitted on time.

Voice on the Street is not currently operating due to difficulties. Hopefully we will have this section restored very soon.

Trends are an interesting thing. Even if the whole idea of a trend is that its turns and affects are seen by hundreds to millions of copy-cats and hacks across the nation, they can sometimes take unexpected turns. While decades of trend followers have tried to find the most expensive and expansive attire, regardless of how it was made or how much they look like a chump of the corporate business heads, we have recently seen people retaliating to this with a new trend called Activism.
This info seems out of place for a devotion, but there is an important applicability in this issue that I really want to share with anyone who takes the time to read. It seems as the popularity of activism grows, it becomes more and more in danger of watering itself down, and gaining followers who are forgetting why they believe in it.
Environmentalism and Fair Trade are very good things. When God made us masters of the earth in Genesis (1:26), there certainly are responsibilities to live up to, When Peter says “I most certainly understand now that God is not one to show partiality,
but in every nation the man who fears Him and does what is right is welcome to Him,” (Acts 10:34,35, NASB) we can certainly see that tolerance based on nationality and equality of the world’s people are important. Of course there is also Christ’s speech in Matthew 25 about sheep and goats, that includes the key challenge ‘Truly I say to you, to the extent that you did it to one of these brothers of Mine, even the least of them, you did it to Me.’ (Matt 25:40)
We know these things are important, but I must challenge you. Do not make world issues so important that they get in the way of God’s issues. We are to be good stewards of God’s creation, we are to show equality, but this is specifically said in the context of all nations deserving God’s salvation. True we are always giving to the poor, but is it simply about world issues, or do we want to show them the love of Christ?
I implore you to be active, but active for Christ. Do not let your burn for the environment or world trades get in the way of your passion for Christ’s people, for thoughts of God and the wish to see people saved. Truly this world will pass away, clean or polluted, rich or poor, but heaven will be a better gift. Give to the poor, to show Christ’s love. Care about the environment, as responsible followers of Christ, work to help the poor, not just wear the right clothes, believe all people should be given living water.
No more trends, be active for God. Those who care about about God will be active for the right reasons, and those who set their eyes on heaven will live rightly on earth. Don’t worry. Firm faith and trust lead to the best action.

Dedicated to Dan Sage and the Social Concerns comittee, who I know are dedicated to God, and thus, to others.

Although commonly known to the general public, stress relief is often difficult to implement in ones life. Stress can take on several forms and in many cases can be harmful if not dealt with properly. Some people may develop stomach ulcers, while others become tired for long periods of time. It is important that we all deal with stress in order to keep ourselves healthy mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. I will show three ways in which we all deal with stress and suggest that they are all good ways of relieving stress.
First, take time for yourself, preferably where you can be alone to get away from the pressures of life. Some would call it a distraction that lets you relax and enjoy yourself. As an examples one might wait on the Lord in silence, go for a nature walk, play video games, or watch a movie. Jesus spent much of his life in solitude. Thus it is important, and this is even for extreme extraverts, that we take time for ourselves in a place where we can rejuvenate.
Second, organize and structure your time to remain busy. Busy not in a sense of a fast life, but working towards accomplishing the things you need to do. This does not mean that every minute of every day needs to be planned, but organize in a way that helps you accomplish tasks. Being organized is a good stress reliever for those who like things structured. Often it makes one feel better to see before them what needs to be done, and the time in which they have to have it finished.
Third, talk with people in order to seek council from them and let your feelings out, to better understand how you are feeling. Some find it difficult to understand how they are feeling until they work it out in their brain, which can be activated through conversation on an intimate level (one to one) or in a group setting. Talking with people on a spiritual level is a great way to relieve stress as it often makes us feel closer to the Lord and therefore gives us reason to forge ahead in our relationship with Him, and in our everyday lives.
In Conclusion, these three ways to relieve stress should be held in a balance. You may find that you lean more towards one style of stress relieving which is often the case. I encourage you to take the time to reflect on which ones you do best, and which ones you could improve on. As a final tip I suggest my favorite type of stress reliever which is part of talking with people, and it is laughter. Not only does it make us feel good, it helps blood flow to the brain and relieves muscle tension. So go organize your life, take time for yourself, talk to people, and tell jokes while you’re at it.

Blessings.
Your Student Body President,
Brandon Meyers

From the Editor’s Desk

Welcome to the third Issue of the year. I’m sure all of you who are on campus at a regular basis, or read the VOICE with any regularity have seen our slogan “I have a voice.” This is our plea to you, to speak up. To understand that you have the power to say something. This usually applies to opinions about the school or general silliness, which are both welcomed here at the VOICE.
Today, I want to ask you “Do you have a Voice?”
This month, I learned about something I should have known about a long time ago. I admit with regret I was not interested enough in what was going on outside to care. The genocide in Darfur is growing worse. I have been told that over 400, 000 are dead and they are expecting even 100 000 deaths per month. The country is being ripped apart. Do you have a voice?
In Burma, Buddhist monks in peaceful protest about the evils being committed by the Burmese government. The UN is becoming involved in the pleas for Burma to release its political prisoners. Do you have a voice?
Everyday, non-Christians slip away from salvation, people die not knowing Christ because we did not have a voice. Forget the school paper, and think. Do you have a voice? Do you have something to say? It is my great hope that when the time comes, be it on a platform or in a conversation, that you will have a voice when a voice needs to be heard. Speak up! Care!
Do you have a voice?
I hope I do.

Included in this Issue

Missions Major Outing - Katelyn Unger

Grand Opening Celebrations -Bethany Innes

Message from the President: Brandon Meyers: Dealing with Stress

Creative Corner: Hear Me Out: Wesley Hague
Don’t Get Hit with a Rock: Brian Blake
There’s Something Different: Angela Meinzinger

Devotional: Activism and Trendy Activism

Opinions and Editorials: Conspiracy Rising: Jordan Vetro

Photo Gallery: Missions Major Outing, Cafe Grand Opening

Review: none

Spotlight: Daniel Sage: Bethany Innes

By Katelyn Unger

On Wednesday, October 3rd a few of us went over to Janice Anderson’s house for the mission’s major outing. Now, you have to understand that just because it’s a missions outing, it does not mean that only people in the missions program are allowed to come. Take myself for example, I went because I love hearing from missionaries, I’m on MTF and Janice is cool. I have no idea if I am called to be a missionary, but it is just something I enjoy.
Every semester the turnout is with different people and as time has gone on, Janice’s outings have gotten bigger (there were twenty four of us this time). Wed night’s outing started out with a potluck. There were foods from many different cultures, all smelt and tasted great! Then there was dessert and let me tell you, there were four different pies, a cheesecake, crazy amounts of fruit and Timbits. It was all very delicious.
After eating as much as we could, we sat or stood or found a spot where we could and listened to the three missionaries that had come to talk. The places these amazing people came from were very diverse, from North Africa to British Columbia.
Their presentations were so good to listen to, I enjoyed them all. They showed pictures, gave stories and told how God had been working in their lives and the lives that they were working with.
Thanks to these missionaries for doing God’s work and for coming back and sharing what blessed things He has done. Also, thanks to the students who came out and supplied the food. Janice, I thank you for once again hosting a rowdy bunch of people and for letting us into your home.
It was a great time of fellowship and seeing God’s work in the lives of so many.

By: Bethany Kathleen Grace

On October 11th 2007, the first on campus store opened its doors to the students of Emmanuel Bible College. As this Cafe was revealed to us, so were the delicious treats that are available within the shop.

“It is really convenient to have this store on campus, because then you can relax on your short fifteen minute break rather than leave,” says Katie Bailey.

Ben Ahrens the coordinator of this new Emmanuel establishment commented on the major beverage, the coffee. “ We have the best coffee and I don’t like coffee so that’s a big thing!” Other drinks being sold are flavoured teas including Earl Grey and Orange Pekoe, freshly made Hot Chocolate, chocolate milk, carbonated beverages, juice and water.

A product that I enjoyed was a simple pastry; the Danish. Which is available in many flavours. There are also cinnamon buns, bagels ( which are made on site with cream cheese ), muffins, cookies, and candy bars are available to you.

Also, all the delectable products are fairly priced. A bottle of water is fifty cents as the lowest price and a bagel with cream cheese is one dollar and seventy five cents which is the highest price.

Ben later in on, reassured the socially concerned students of Emmanuel, “ most of our products are fair trade or organic.”

“The inspiration for this new fundraising store vocally approached me from many members of the Student Leadership Team,” says Ben, “it would be a shame to have this facility and not use it.”

All the funds raised from the on campus store will be put into the Student Council budget, which is going directly towards the students thus you are buying for your benefit. You also gain the benefit of not venturing off in the cold weather when the winter months approach, you will have the opportunity to stay on campus to buy a refreshing snack.

The stores hours will be posted in time, and will differ according to schedules. Now I, in my denouement, leave you Ben’s message to you, the students.

“ The Café is open for students and staff, and it supports Student Council. We wish the store to be socially responsible so we sell fair trade products that are certified. Students can hangout and have a business that is close so they do not have to leave, and they have the convenience of a store right on campus.”

-On October 10, 2007, the citizens of Ontario voted in a Liberal Majority government, and shut down the referendum, deciding to keep our original “first past the post” electoral system. Ontario residents interviewed expressed more gladness in the Conservatives not being in the house than excitement at Dalton McGiunty having another go, which is another sign that Ontario residents vote based on a fear of change.

-Prime Minister Stephen Harper has begun putting together a panel to decide Canada’s fate in the Afghanistan mission.

-A meeting between American officials and Russian President Vladimir Putin have not gone well, as the Russian President, who arrived forty minutes late for the conference, felt the proposals were insufficient, and a response to a Russian threat that has not yet materialized.

-Countries like China have joined in upholding a UN security council statement rebuking the Burmese military regime for its suppression of peaceful protests, and demanding the release of all political prisoners. Many Buddhist monks have suffered under these actions

-Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are still married, though its really not our concern what their doing about it. Apparently this matters.

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