Hispanic Baptist Theological School family reunion_102003

Hispanic Baptist Theological School family reunion

SAN ANTONIO–More than 200 people attended homecoming at Hispanic Baptist Theological School in San Antonio Oct. 4.

The annual event highlighted the diversity of the student body, especially at a food exhibit, where culinary delights from a dozen nations were represented. In the photo above, left, a Japanese student demonstrates how to layer the dish of noodles and soup he has prepared.

Students and alumni presented displays of native attire and crafts as well.

The day concluded with an authentic game of “football,” meaning soccer. The game pitted Mexico against “the world.”

At the end of the allotted time, the score was tied, so everyone left a winner.

A highlight of the day was the dunking booth (right), where children and adults alike lined up to take a chance at immersing HBTS President Albert Reyes. Several, including Reyes' own children, were successful.

Featured speakers for the day were two HBTS alumni who now serve as mission workers in country closed to traditional missionaries. Their names could not be identified due to security concerns.

Their college-age daughter, who now plans a career in missions herself, offered assurance to families considering missions service. “When God calls a couple to missions, he also calls their children, and he will equip your children to walk alongside you in living out your call,” she said. “Don't let concern for your children keep you from following God's will.”