Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Bolivar Fire, Police Departments receive recognition from SBU


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Bolivar Fire, Police Departments receive recognition from SBU



BOLIVAR, Mo.Southwest Baptist University presented certificates of appreciation to the Bolivar Fire and Police Departments during a luncheon Wednesday, April 10.

“We really appreciate you and everything you do for us,” Mark Grabowski, SBU’s Director of Safety and Security, told the 25 emergency responders who attended. “John 15:13 says, ‘Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.’ That’s what you’re called to do every day.”

SBU President Dr. C. Pat Taylor presented the certificates to Bolivar Fire Chief Jim Ludden and Bolivar Police Chief Steve Hamilton.

“Thank you for what you do, not only for SBU but for Bolivar,” he said. “We appreciate the fire protection and safety you provide for the community. We appreciate the cooperation we have with your departments.”


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Photo cutlines: SBU President Dr. C. Pat Taylor, right, presents a certificate of appreciation to the Bolivar Fire Department, received by Bolivar Fire Chief Jim Ludden.

SBU President Dr. C. Pat Taylor, right, presents a certificate of appreciation to the Bolivar Police Department, received by Bolivar Police Chief Steve Hamilton.