God’s Goodness Through the Year: A Summer Blessing for Our School Family
We’ve made it to May! And we’re sure the countdown to summer is on for students, parents, and staff alike. There is much to look forward to during the summer months, and much to gratefully reflect on from another year of God’s grace at Faith West Academy!
Persevere to the Finish: Serve Others with the Spirit’s Fruit
During these last weeks of the school year, we are reminded topersevere and finish strong. Galatians 6:9 says, “And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.” In these last days of the 2024/2025 school year, let's remember to live out the Fruits of the Spirit and serve one another. Need some ideas? Try some of these!
- Write Encouraging Notes
– Leave kind notes or Bible verses on classmates’ desks or lockers.
(Fruit: Kindness, Love) - Help a Teacher Clean or Organize the Classroom
– Offer to sharpen pencils, clean whiteboards, or sort books.
(Fruit: Goodness, Faithfulness) - Pray for a Classmate or Teacher
– Create a "prayer partner" challenge to lift others up in prayer daily.
(Fruit: Faithfulness, Love) - Make Thank-You Cards for School Staff
– Celebrate custodians, cafeteria workers, bus drivers, and admin staff.
(Fruit: Gentleness, Gratitude) - Include Someone Who’s Left Out
– Invite someone new to join your group at recess, lunch, or during a project.
(Fruit: Love, Joy, Peace) - Donate School Supplies or Gently Used Books
– Create a collection box to help other students or local ministries.
(Fruit: Generosity, Kindness) - Compliment Challenge
– Give at least 3 sincere compliments a day to classmates or staff.
(Fruit: Joy, Kindness)
Reflect with Gratitude: Remembering God’s Faithfulness
As we come to the end of another year, we cannot help but reflect in gratitude on all God has done! Lamentations 3:22-23 says, “Lamentations 3:22–23 The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” Through the highs and lows—joyful events, academic victories, meaningful friendships, and even the challenges—we have seen God’s faithfulness on display.
As we look back, we rejoice in this unchanging truth: His love and mercy have carried us through every moment.
- Here’s an end of year challenge for you and your family: create a list of things you are thankful for and ways you have seen God work this school year, and turn it into a prayer of thanksgiving!
Remembering all the Lord has done is what gives us strength and hope for the future.
Growing with God All Summer Long
Don’t forget—spiritual growth doesn’t take a summer break!! Philippians 1:6 says, “And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.” Think of all the ways you have grown this year! Pray and ask God to continue to work in you this summer. Here’s some ideas to foster spiritual growth over the break:
- Join a Vacation Bible School (VBS)
– Attend or volunteer at a local VBS to stay connected with God’s Word and serve others. - Memorize a Verse Each Week
– Pick one verse each week to memorize and reflect on how it applies to your life. - Listen to Christian Music or Podcasts
– Create a playlist of worship songs or find faith-based podcasts for kids, teens, or families to enjoy on car rides or at the beach. - Serve in Your Community
– Volunteer with a church outreach, food pantry, or neighborhood project. Serving others grows compassion and joy. - Have Family Faith Nights
– Pick one night each week for your family to read a Bible story, pray, and talk about what God is doing in your lives. - Read a Christian Book
– Choose an age-appropriate Christian book or biography of a missionary or biblical figure. - Spend Time in God’s Creation
– Go on nature walks and use them as opportunities to praise God and reflect on His creation (Psalm 19:1). - Keep a "God Sightings" List
– Each day or week, write down ways you’ve seen God at work—in answered prayers, small blessings, or acts of kindness.
With Grateful Hearts, We Celebrate All God Has Done
We are so grateful to our students, parents, and staff for another incredible year at Faith West Academy! Your faith, dedication, and partnership have made this year one of growth, learning, and spiritual encouragement. From classroom lessons to chapel worship, from field trips to school-wide events, we have seen God's hand at work in every moment.
As we head into summer, we celebrate all that God has done and look forward to the ways He will continue to move in each of your lives. Whether you're traveling, resting, or preparing for new adventures, remember that God's presence goes with you.
May the Lord bless you, refresh you, and draw you closer to Him this summer. We’re already looking forward to what He will do in the year ahead!
The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the LORD lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. Numbers 6:24–26.
