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purpose. And when you leave, you carry that vision into the world, knowing that you are not walking alone.”

He challenged current students to pursue both “nearsighted vision”— faithfulness in daily responsibilities— and “farsighted vision”—trusting in God’s greater purpose for their lives.

In addition to this, a new alma mater – written and arranged by Brewton-Parker Christian University Senior John Wesley Graham – was unveiled and sung for the first time and new faculty members followed tradition and signed the university’s Baptist Faith and Message 2000 declaration, which reaffirms the university’s commitment to doctrinal integrity. The convocation was closed with a benediction prayer by Professor Keith Barr, who has dedicated 40 years to the institution, and a final song of gratitude and joy from the choir.

Following the ceremony, alumni, guests, and community members gathered for a celebratory luncheon in the gymnasium, where they reflected on the day’s significance, reconnected with friends, and expressed support for the mission of the newly named university.

Brewton-Parker Christian University is the only accredited fouryear Christian university south of Macon and north of Jacksonville, FL. As a comprehensive Georgia Baptist institution, Brewton- Parker Christian University provides liberal arts and professional programs in a learning community of shared Christian values. Through the application of biblical truth in scholarship and a co-curricular focus on character, servant leadership, and cultural engagement, the university strives to provide a transformational experience that equips the whole student for lifelong learning and service in Christ.

For more information on the university, visit www.bpc.edu.

A CLEAR VISION – Brewton-Parker Christian University Provost Justin Russell encouraged students to have both “near sighted” and “far sighted” vision when looking at their lives and futures.

ALMA MATER – Brewton-Parker Christian University Senior John Wesley Graham leads the convocation audience in the singing of the university’s new alma mater, which Graham wrote and arranged.

CELEBRATE THE U – Students and guests gather outside Saliba Chapel prior to the special convocation service during Celebrate the U at Brewton-Parker Christian University on August 23.Photo by Makaylee Randolph

NEW LETTERING – Brewton- Parker Christian University President Steven Echols (center), Mount Vernon City Manager B.L. Horne (left), and Ailey Mayor Mitch Fulmer (right) cut the ribbon to celebrate the new lettering on the iconic arch at the university’s campus.