Marion Conover, LCC class of 1969, is a pioneer in Christian counseling.
He was one of the first to teach counseling at Ozark Christian College, and as an independent practitioner, helped to create the credentialing requirements for marriage and family therapy in the State of Missouri. With that credential established, he then became one of the first to hold such a license – number 0006 to be precise. Throughout his lengthy career in counseling – which has continued right up to the time of his award – Marion has given lifelong service to the church, as a counselor, youth minister, a choir member and director, and as a volunteer. Seeing a need to better resource ministers dealing with family life issues, Marion also regularly provided his education and expertise to churches and ministers through direct assistance and workshops.
“It was a great honor to present this award to Marion. His lengthy career not just caring for others, but also empowering people to care for others themselves has had tremendous impact from his student days as a youth minister at Northwest Christian Church in Decatur, Illinois, right up to the present. I will also say that he is one of the only people I’ve ever met who managed to play basketball for Marion Henderson, be a part of the music program with David Hargrove, and still complete a degree. He is an utter delight, and it was an absolute pleasure to formally recognize his tremendous Kingdom contributions.” – President Silas McCormick
The Restoration Award recognizes Lincoln Christian alumni for their contributions to Kingdom work. The nominee must be a graduate of Lincoln Bible Institute, Lincoln Christian College, Lincoln Christian Seminary, or Lincoln Christian University, having graduated at least five years ago. The Christian service by the individual must be in complete harmony with the purpose and policy of Lincoln Christian University.