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I could not fault anything Mr. Ervin wrote. As far as I remember, everything was true. But certain things were left out. Yes, everyone there is supposed to be active in their churches at home, nonsmoking, nondrinking, abstaining from sex if unmarried. But is that all negative? I realize it is restrictive, especially to the late-20th-century urban dweller. But, if entered upon willingly, with eyes fully open to the “temptations” which surround us all, this lifestyle would save money (and who doesn’t need money?), help out in the social/volunteer arena, and prevent STDs and heartache. Are those not good things?
I have a deep admiration for what has been done by those who went before me at MBI. That does not keep me from being outspoken and derisive about the duplicity and narrowness of the administration. Neither does that lessen the great admiration and friendship I feel towards many of the faculty.
Evanston
