Paving the Way

This past Wednesday, our graduating class of 2025  hosted a special chapel with our 7th-grade students. A panel of seniors reflected on their growth as students and disciples of Jesus Christ, while also sharing what they wished they had been told when they were in 7th grade. Students were separated into smaller groups as senior leaders engaged in an interactive reflection on the truths presented in this year's chapels. 

On the same day, 8th-grade students spent the afternoon engaging with our high school teachers and exploring their future freshman experiences. This HS orientation included liquid nitrogen ice cream, homemade root beer floats, pizza with teachers, and team-building games. Students also became more familiar with our missions program, dual-credit college courses, leadership opportunities, and various activities and sports available to our HS students. 

Following the same pattern, our 6th-grade students led our monthly "Small Group Chapel" on the topic of encouragement and steps of growth in becoming a disciple of Jesus Christ. Surrounded by a collection of 1st-5th-grade students from various classes, pairs of 6th-grade students developed their leadership skills, sharing God's truths through teaching, activities, and prayer. 

On another fun note, a parent from one of our early graduating classes recently enrolled their two children into our Early Childhood classes. I am so thankful for God's leading in His discipleship community.