Lions' Weekly Update

 

One of my favorite things about serving at Beaches Chapel School is seeing how God works through the everyday moments of school life. Sometimes it happens in a classroom discussion, sometimes through a friendship, and sometimes through an event that brings our entire community together. This week was full of those moments. From reading and worshiping to serving and planning for the future, I was reminded again that God is doing wonderful things in and through our students.

 

A Record-Breaking Book Fair!

Our Book Fair was a tremendous success, and we are so grateful for the incredible support of our school community! Throughout the week, students had a wonderful time exploring new books, discovering favorite authors, and celebrating the joy of reading.

 

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our amazing volunteers who generously gave their time to help the event run smoothly, as well as to our grandparents who made Grandparents Day extra special by enthusiastically supporting the fair.

 

Together, our community generated an impressive $7,275 in sales, resulting in $1,319.06 in commission for our school library. These funds will be used to purchase additional books and resources as we continue growing our library and fostering a lifelong love of reading in our students. Thank you for helping make this year's Book Fair such a memorable and meaningful success!

 

Exploring Future Opportunities

This week, 24 of our juniors and seniors attended the Christian College Fair. Several students returned with new colleges to prayerfully consider as they begin planning the next chapter of their academic journeys.  We are also scheduling college visits to local institutions, including UNF and FSCJ. I would like to remind families that when students visit a college campus for an official tour, those absences are considered excused. We want our students to have every opportunity to explore the options available to them and seek God's wisdom as they make important decisions about their futures.

 

Bible Buddies: Worship, Service, and Friendship

One of the most beautiful sights on our campus is watching our Bible Buddy groups come together. This week, students from different grade levels gathered to worship the Lord and work side by side on meaningful projects that help us connect with and serve our community.  The impact of these relationships is evident on both the older and younger students. We are including photos so you can see firsthand the joy, encouragement, and friendship that develop as our students learn to serve together.  Our fifth and twelfth grade Bible Buddy group spent part of the morning handwriting invitations to our neighbors for next week's See You at the Flagpole event. Please join us in praying that many of our neighbors will attend and hear the hope found in Christ.

 

Join Us for See You at the Flagpole

We would love for your family to join us on Wednesday, September 23, at 7:30 a.m. at the flagpole in front of the church, near the playground.

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This special student-led event will conclude by 8:00 a.m., making it possible for many parents to participate before heading to work. The entire program has been planned and organized by our Student Government leaders, and they would be honored to have our school families stand alongside them in prayer.

 

You're Invited to Our Annual Spelling Bee

We also hope you'll join us for our annual Spelling Bee on Thursday, September 24, immediately following chapel.

 

Twenty-five qualified contestants from grades 5-8 have earned the opportunity to compete and are ready to take their places on stage. Students in grades 4-12 are invited to attend, and the event should last approximately one hour.

 

Please note that the sanctuary will be a designated silent zone during the competition, so plan accordingly regarding younger children.

 

I know I get excited about all of our events, but this one truly is special. Year after year, we leave encouraged, not because of the words being spelled, but because of the way our students cheer for one another, encourage one another, and genuinely celebrate each other's success. It is a beautiful picture of Christian community.

 

One More Invitation...

I know what some of you may be thinking: "Why is she always inviting us to school?"

 

The answer is simple. Because it is an amazing place to be.

 

This week, we are blessed to welcome our guest worship band during chapel. They lead from approximately 9:00-9:50, and our students absolutely love worshiping alongside them. The energy, joy, and reverence they bring help create a meaningful experience for our students.

 

If you enjoy praise and worship music, I encourage you to stop by. You won't regret it.

 

Rooted in Christ

Our memory verse this month comes from John 15:5:

 

"I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing."

 

As I reflect on everything that happened this week, I see evidence of that fruit everywhere. I see it in students serving younger friends through Bible Buddies. I see it in grandparents investing in their grandchildren. I see it in volunteers giving their time, teachers pouring into students, and families partnering with our school. None of these blessings happen by accident. They are the result of a community seeking to remain connected to Christ.

 

Thank you for allowing us the privilege of partnering with your family. Please continue praying for our students, our staff, and the many opportunities God gives us to shine His light both on our campus and in our community.

 

Have a wonderful weekend, and we hope to see you on campus soon!