Parent Connection October 8

Which Would You Choose?

          Paul was in a quandary, he was unsure of what kind of future he should wish for. What a blessing it would be if he would die and be with his Savior in heaven! On the other hand, what a joy it was to do the work of the Lord on earth! Which was better? Which should he choose?

          Paul knew better than to try to make a decision on his own. He chose to leave the matter in the Lord’s hands. To do otherwise would be to play God. Only the Giver of life has the privilege of taking life.

          We all know that there are many in today’s world who want to usurp God’s authority in the matter of life and death.  Whether it is abortion, euthanasia, or suicide, someone is playing God. Our lifetime on earth is so precious, it is the only opportunity we have to learn of our Savior’s love for us. Dare we shorten that opportunity, either for ourselves or someone else?

          With Paul, we commit our future into the loving hands of God. He knows what is best for each of us. He will make the correct decision for us. He will direct our life, and our death, for our eternal good.

          “If I am to go on living in the body, this will mean fruitful labor for me. Yet what shall I choose? I do not know! I am torn between the two: I desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far; but it is more necessary for you that I remain in the body.” Philippians 1:22-24.

Basketball

          Next week, Oct. 16th and 18th, practice will be held at The Center on Arctic Blvd. between Tudor and International (4855 Arctic Blvd). APU gym is not available to us next week. We will be leaving school a little earlier than usual since it will take a little longer to get to the gym. 

This week we will practice at the usual time and place.

Reminder

Last Friday’s adventure with my van should serve as a reminder that we live in a sinful world and sometimes that sinful world reaches into what we would like to think of as a safe place. Please do not leave your vehicle unlocked when you bring your child into the school building. Do not leave your purse or other valuable objects where they can be seen from outside of your locked car.

Library Visit

The 5th-8th grade classes will be visiting the library this Friday, Oct. 12th.  We will also be going out to lunch.

Jr. Choir Sings

          Junior choir will be singing this Sunday, Oct. 14th, at Peace in Eagle River during the 10:30 am service.  Please be there by 10:10am.

          If you need a ride to the church, please speak with Miss Krueger or contact her at 928-812-0311 or missheidikruger@gmail.com.

Box Tops

          Please bring any Box Tops for Education you have been collecting to school and place in the collection box or give to your teacher.  The deadline for this submission is Friday, October 26th. 

         

Family Art Gallery

          Thank you to everybody who came to Art Night!  We will be hanging all of the artwork in the hallway downstairs over the next couple of weeks.

Chapel Mission Offerings

          Our mission project for the first semester of the school year will go to WELS mission work in Russia.  As of Oct. 4th, we have collected $187.86.

October Birthdays

          Amy R. – October 16

          Emma R. – October 16

Looking Ahead…

Half Day of School

Woohoo we made it!!  Our first quarter ends next Friday, October 19th.  School will dismiss at noon on that day for teacher in-service.  There is no aftercare available.

Parent Teacher Conferences

Parent teacher conferences will be held Thursday evening, Oct. 25th and Friday morning, Oct. 26th.  There will be no school on Friday.

More information will be provided as the time gets closer.

Trunk or Treat

We are starting to prep for our Trunk or Treat event here at Faith! It will take place on Friday, October 26th from 5-7pm. We need parent and friend volunteers to make this event run smoothly!  Would you be willing to have your trunk decorated? Sign up today with a theme! (If you need ideas, Google and Pinterest are great resources!)

Unable to do a trunk but want to help us out? Feel free to donate candy for us to use at the event. We are so excited to have this event for our community! Sign up today: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0a49aca922a6f49-trunk2

Class Pictures

          Due to the absence of Mr. and Mrs. Zarnstorff on picture day, we did not have the photographer take class pictures.  Instead, he will take them on Nov. 6th when he comes to do retakes and the all-school photo. 

          Everyone who ordered a class picture will receive it as soon as possible after November 6th.