In the late 1970’s, the city engineer of Lancaster, Ohio became a Christian. His name, Val Roxby. After a short time, he decided to become a Gospel Preacher. He and his wife Kathy and 4 children were on their way to Freed-Hardeman University. They were in separate vehicles and his wife was in a serious auto accident and she lost her life. Val continued his efforts to study Preaching and is now a Gospel preacher in Barnesville, Ohio.

A small financial award from the insurance company was given to Val because of the accident and he gave it to the Lancaster Church. The guidelines for its’ use were: only the interest is to be given for a student/member of this congregation. The applicant must be enrolled in a Christian college and maintain a B or better grade average.

Any member who meets the requirements should request the scholarship from one of the elders. If there are 2 or more students who qualify, the interest will be divided among them.