March 14 Home Communicator – It’s been a little more than two weeks since my dad passed away. I still have a hard time believing it really happened. My dad was such a good man – compassionate, gentle, patient, funny, and servant-hearted. He loved Jesus and he loved his family. I miss him so much already. …
DetailsMarch 7 Home Communicator – Are you looking forward to a journey ahead? Do you have spring break travel plans, a new job, calling at church, or friendship on the horizon perhaps? I’ve been reflecting lately on the journey our community has been on for over 100 years: the accessibility, affordability, and feasibility of a Christ-centered…
DetailsFebruary 28 Home Communicator – “I believe that Jesus Christ is my Lord and Savior.” These were the words professed by six individuals in our church yesterday. It was an amazing morning! And it reminded me of baptism, and the commitment of the parents and the greater congregation that poured into those individuals along the way.…
DetailsFebruary 21 Home Communicator – Parent-teacher conferences are a valuable opportunity for parents and teachers to connect and talk about what students are learning at school, academic and social progress, and how to best support students. Last week, parents and teachers at HCS had an opportunity to do just that. But why are parent-teacher conferences so…
DetailsFebruary 14 Home Communicator – Excitement was in the air! This week we have had some extra people in our 3 School classrooms, and our students celebrated Bring Someone You Love Day. Students made heart playdoh, sorted heart erasers, made heart patterns, and enjoyed a special snack together. There were smiles all around! On this…
DetailsFebruary 7 Home Communicator – “OHHH, now I get it!” Have you ever had one of those moments when the light bulb just clicks on in your brain? When you think to yourself, “Now, I get it!” Or you suddenly come up with a great idea? One part of my job that brings me great joy…
DetailsJanuary 31 Home Communicator – Writing this introduction, I began asking myself “who reads this anyways and what is the point?” Like so many things in the world, is this simply a collection of words and stories vying for my attention? For some, it’s like directions on a middle school worksheet–something to skip over so I…
DetailsJanuary 24 Home Communicator – Last week Thursday we had the privilege of having our Early Childhood Exploration Night Open House. It was a night where current and new families learned about our early childhood programs, toured classrooms, and met teachers. The best part of the night, though, was hearing the ways God is at work…
DetailsJanuary 17 Home Communicator – Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Philippians 4:6 Last Thursday, I had the privilege of stopping into Mrs. Havert’s Young Fives class to let them know that God had answered one of their prayers.…
DetailsJanuary 10 Home Communicator – “Schools shape your kids to a great extent. The environment and exposure they get in school directly affect their future. They learn to adjust between a group of people, interact with them, react in various situations.” This powerful sentence concluding an article I was reading hit me hard and prompted me…
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