Chapel Report
Friday June 13,
2014
Chapels were busy in
early June. On Tues. June 3
principal Jim Epp encouraged students to finish the year making wise decisions
while he outlined the time-table for graduation, musical, and final exams. Students also focused their thoughts
and energies discerning next year’s student leadership team during SRC and Dorm
Council elections.
On Thursday June 5
RJC hosted a group of Chinese pastors.
It was moving and meaningful to sing hymns and pray together.
On Mon. June 9 three
grads from 2013 joined us to share about their experiences in CMU’s Outtatown
program last year. It was
encouraging to hear from recent grads who are making a difference in the
world!
On Tues. June 10 we
connected with another alumni, David Epp, in Guatemala via skype during chapel
to check in on the progress at ANADESSA and the RJC sponsored building project
happening there. It was
encouraging to see our students’ fundraising efforts making a meaningful impact
in the lives of others!
On Wed. June 11 we
celebrated our spring sports season and recognized the achievements of our
badminton and track & field teams along with members of our Gun Club
(weightlifting) & Run Club groups. RJC had 77% of the student body participate in at
least on sports team this year. Well
done team!
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| Celebrating the end of the 2014 sport season with donuts! |
On Thurs. June 12 the
Faith and Life Committee hosted their final chapel of the year, and decided to
do it outside. We sang hymns and
Leaders Gabby M. & Benjamin S. gave some final thoughts about the theme
before they gave a blessing for next year’s Faith and Life leaders, Rachel F.
and Danielle B.
Staff awards were
presented in chapel on Friday June 13 along with the Community Involvement
Certificates, recognizing student involvement in RJC events.
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| Matt and Mackenzie achieved the Gold standard in community involvement. |
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| Plaque recipients Josef -Academic, Lyndsey and Haley- Athletic , Mackenzie- Leadership , Laura and Matt - Co President, Ryan and Kenna - Fine Arts |
Thank you to everyone
who participated in chapels this year.
It was rewarding to explore the theme “What is Love?” with the student
body. Thank you for your prayers. Seeds have been planted; may they
produce fruit. Amen.
