Cascade College (Formerly Columbia Christian College, the only Church of Christ sponsored 4 year college in the Northwest) is closing its doors in the Spring of 2009. In a press release, Oklahoma Christian University's board formally announced yesterday (10/27) that the financing for operating the college has run short, and they are forced to close the Baccalaureate program. There are 280 students who attend Cascade, as well as 45 full-time faculty and staff. There are many students at Cascade who are in the Church and have roots in the Seattle/Portland area. It is quite sad to see such a fine Christian institution close its doors after so many years of service. I would ask that the Sunset faculty, staff, and students pray for Cascade students/staff, as well as for those prospective students who are currently being rejected. Among those effected are Paul Howard ('98) and his family. He has been teaching there for the past few years.
Needless to say, this is not a good situation - we pray that sound doctrine will continue to be taught in the Northwest for years to come, regardless of whether or not it is from Cascade.
This is Matthew Palmer writing to you from the beautiful NW region of Woodinville, WA. Right now it's 65 degrees and partly cloudy (just the way I like it). I must say, I do miss everyone down in SIBI; I hope all of you are doing well (my family and I are continuing to pray for the alumni and faculty every Monday). Sometimes, I wake up and I have the sweats because I feel like I missed an assignment or something.
My family is great! Kristie feels at home again. We temporarily live with her cousin who owns an acre and a large house. Currently, there are 5 adults and 8 children living under one roof. If you're silent enough, you can hear the house sigh at night sometimes. Oh, and there are 2 dogs and 2 rabbits in the house, and a wild cougar that is roaming the neighborhood. Who would have thought that? The accommodations are small, but the Lord has provided for us while staying there - it has truly been a blessing.
