The heartfelt ceremony featured beautiful musical renditions, including an acappella version of \u201cChief of Sinners\u201d by the Legacy Group, with wonderful harmonies and even a beatbox. Among the special guests attending, Councillor Jenny Penfold, Mayor of the Borough of Bracknell Forest expressed her appreciation for the influence that Newbold has in the community and the calibre of its students. \u201cIt\u2019s a pleasure to be here for your ceremony\u2026 I\u2019ve been aware of the work of Newbold College for many years,\u201d said Penfold. \u201cI have to congratulate both teachers and students on what you have achieved.\u201d<\/p>\n With an impressive career in business management and leadership, keynote speaker Dr Paul Thompson inspired and challenged graduands<\/span> to believe that 1. God has great plans for them, 2. They can make a real difference in the lives of those around them, 3. Glorify God in everything they do, and 4. Seek the Kingdom of God daily and first. \u201cYou should never be too busy to take time for others, to talk with them and look<\/span> for opportunities to do good,\u201d said Thompson. \u201cLove those who are unlovable and remember that the small things can make a difference. Above all, t<\/span>ake every opportunity to show people Christ,\u201d he encouraged. Thompson concluded his address by challenging all to consider what it means to be truly successful. \u201cYou may not be rich and famous, but you\u2019ll be rich and famous in the eyes of the Master,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n With the the presentation of awards complete, and all students deservingly congratulated, Andela Bogdanovi\u0107 shared a special message of gratitude on behalf of all the students. \u201cWe have some of the most amazing people teaching us here. You have been more than lecturers, you prayed with us, you taught us how to be good people, not just good theologians. Thank you for being our greatest role models,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n At the end of the programme, Daniel Duda, Trans-European Division president, pronounced a deep and meaningful blessing on all the graduands:<\/p>\n \u201cAs you leave the halls of Newbold College, not just with degrees, but with hearts and minds enriched by the wisdom and love of God, may you carry forward the lessons learned here, rooted deeply in the teachings of Jesus Christ. As you go forth to serve in diverse fields, let your faith be the cornerstone upon which you build your lives and ministries. May the Holy Spirit guide you in all your endeavours, filling you with compassion, courage, and conviction. May your words and actions reflect the love of Christ, bringing hope and healing to a world in need. May you find strength in moments of doubt, peace in times of turmoil, and joy in the journey that lies ahead. Remember always that you are called to be a light in the darkness, a beacon of grace and truth. As you leave Newbold College, may you walk confidently into the future, knowing that God\u2019s hand is always upon you. May your ministry be fruitful, your impact profound, and your lives a lasting testament to the glory of God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. 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