“Today the senior class of 2013 explored the halls and rotunda of the Federal Hall National Memorial in downtown Manhattan. There they learned not only about New York City and State, but read about formative moments in our nation’s history: the transition from New Amsterdam to New York, immigrants’ influence and experiences, George Washington’s inaugural address — given from that very location — Alexander Hamilton’s influence on the nature of the federal government, Susan B. Anthony’s arrest for being female and daring to vote, and more.”
“On Oct 24th, 2012, the Seniors of Evangelical Christian High School had the opportunity to visit
the Federal Hall Museum in Downtown Manhattan on Wall Street. Here the students were able to experience and
learn the fundamental roots of American democracy. This building is not only significant because it’s adjacent to the
New York Stock Exchange, but it is also where our first president, George Washington, was sworn into the presidential office.
Each student worked in groups and were given a list of questions and terms they had to search throughout the museum to find.
Every question more challenging than next to expand their knowledge about America’s origins as well as have an appreciation
for American Democracy.”
Our middle school and high school students had the privilege of hearing from students that are part of Regent University in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The director of student ministries, Dr. Richard Kidd, and Director of Discipleship, Jason Peaks, brought a group of young adults that were on fire for God as they shared through a powerful time of worship and the Word. Our students were very receptive to what they had to say and were encouraged by the message of hope in Jesus Christ that was brought.
The National day of “See you at the Pole” has not occurred at this school in a number of years and we were happy to see our students take a stand and come out earlier than normal for prayer in taking a stand for our school, city and nation. Students formed various groups and prayed with one another and then they came together to worship and pray for more specific needs of our student body and school. While staff was there in support, this was entirely student led. God is doing great things through our students and we are excited to see where He will take them next!
Spiritual Emphasis week was by far the best we have ever seen here at Evangel. We thank God for the Spiritual guidance of our staff who helped prepare and speak for this chapel but it was the moving of the spirit of God through our kids that made this one so unique. The students took to heart the things that were spoken of in chapel and ran with it. They stayed late, past their school day and continued to pray and worship in the altar. It was an amazing site. Many times, when a movement takes place like this, students go back to their normal lives but our students have gone the extra mile. They have begun their own facebook and twitter page called “be the spark.” On this page, students encourage one another with scripture and more ideas of how to grow in the Lord. They have also begun morning prayer and lunch time bible study. They recently ordered bracelets with “be the spark” on them and are now selling them to the entire student body. God is continuing to do great things through our students as the spark was lit during Spiritual Emphasis week.
Elementary Spiritual Emphasis Week was a great time as we learned that with God ANYTHING is possible. Through bible stories of faith and purpose, our students learned:
- NO MATTER WHO YOU ARE, TRUST GOD!
- NO MATTER HOW YOU FEEL, TRUST GOD!
- NO MATTER WHAT PEOPLE DO…TRUST GOD!
- NO MATTER WHAT HAPPENS… TRUST GOD!
- NO MATTER WHEREYOU ARE… TRUST GOD!
Why it Matters:
Adults may feel like kids have it easy- and by comparison, maybe they do. But every child has faced, or is facing something that seems impossible. For some, it’s falling asleep in a dark room while they imagine monsters under the bed. Other kids are dealing with intense peer pressure or unstable homes. Some kids might just need the courage to stand up for their faith or to obey God’s word. Those seemingly impossible tasks can seem overwhelming to kids…until they discover that EVERYTHING is possible with God!
Thursday. October 4th and Friday, October 5th was a very busy time at Evangel. Over 300 Christian Educator’s from all over America came to receive Professional Development, share ideas, pray for one another, talk about best practices, and worship the Lord. We had an amazing time and we are so thankful to all those that volunteered their time to make this event incredible. We thank the Lord for meeting us and for ministering to us.
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During our Spiritual Emphasis week we were blessed to have the Gideons visit us. They gave a Bible to all of our students in 5th grade through 12th grade. We are so very blessed to be able to study the Word of God. Many thanks to the Gideons and their generosity to our students.
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