Lake Region—Excitement and anticipation grew as people arrived at Peterson-Warren Academy (PWA) for Alumni Sabbath, Sept. 18, 2004. Alumni came from as far away as Alabama for this special occasion.

As the gymnasium filled for Sabbath school, former classmates renewed friendships and caught up on old “class news.” The morning service was presented by Eric Thomas of Lansing, Mich., who challenged alumni to give back by looking “from whence they came.” He impressed upon listeners that PWA should be getting better and better each year, and stressed this can only be accomplished with the help and cooperation of all those present.

After delivering a powerful message, he informed alumni that commitments totaling $10,000 were needed to purchase new playground equipment. Within twelve minutes of making the request, hands were raised pledging to meet the challenge.

Usually, after the emotions die down, people forget that commitments were made. However, after Thomas’ appeal a special collection was made and to everyone’s delight, a total of $12,000 was collected that very day! Praise the Lord who reigns on high!

Later that night a full cast presented the professional play, “Tricks of the Enemy,” to a sold out audience. The play emphasized that the devil has many tricks he uses on us if we are not grounded in the truth. After watching the play, all should now understand why our church schools are important.

A special “Thank you!” goes to alumnae Alice Dent, Sharon Smith, and Shirley Tatum for organizing the day’s events on behalf of the school. We hope to see you next year.

Juanita Martin, Peterson-Warren Academy principal