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2009
A GREAT PLACE TO GROW -
GROWING IN CHRIST
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LUTHERAN SCHOOLS: SECURING EACH CHILD'S FUTURE
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SECURE IN CHRIST
Security is the theme for National Lutheran Schools
Week which is the first week in March.
Specifically the theme is directed to the security
of children.
As a
child, I was fortunate to grow up in a big loving
family where I always felt safe and secure. I
can remember as a young child feeling the most
secure when dad was around. He was strong,
wise, unshakable, and at that time seemed very tall.
I have 3 brothers and 2 sisters, of which I am the
oldest. I can recall many times at 2 or 3 in
the morning when the thunder would roll and we would
race for my parents room. Seeking the security
we felt only existed next to their bed. It was
as if we felt the storms would wash the entire house
away except for their room.
I'm sure
as parents and grandparents you can relate to a time
where your child raced into the comfort of your
loving arms to feel safe and secure. Even a
small child feels the comfort of their parents when
they bury their heads under their parents chin for
reassurance.
As safe
and secure as I felt as a child with my father, how
much more sage and secure am I with my heavenly
Father? "Whoever trusts in the Lord is kept
safe." (Prov. 29:25)
Even where we lack trust God cares for us. The
disciples where in the middle of a terrible storm,
with Jesus sleeping right there next to them.
But they didn't lay down at his feet. They
shook him awake, "Lord, save us! We're going
to drown!" He replied, :You of little faith, why are
you so afraid?" In his almighty way he secures
this situation and calms the storm. A loving
Father keeping his children safe even when they
don't deserve it. "For in the day of trouble
he will keep me safe in his dwelling..."
(Psalm 27:5)
Children need to feel secure. They need to
know they're loved. They need to know of
Jesus' love.
Lutheran Schools exist for this purpose; to
make known the love of Christ in word and deed to
children and families. To teach children of
the security they have for eternity in the death and
resurrection of their Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and
only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not
perish but have eternal life." (John 3:16)
God wanted all people to know this security. And so,
Lutheran Schools make no apology for a
Christ-centered curriculum with the central purpose
of proclaiming the un adulterated Good News, all the
while providing excellent, scripturally accurate
education.
Secure in Christ,
Janna Kietzman
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Why I Love Immanuel Lutheran School
Preschool
Chase - chapel, snack,
playing In the doll area.
Carson - Jesus time and
playing with tools.
Caleb - snack and circle
time.
Faith - working with
chalk and circle time.
Braden - computers and
working on letters.
Sophie - painting and
talking about letters.
Thor - fishing and
talking about letters.
Pre-Kindergarten
Brooke - seeing Mrs. Lori and
sing along.
Grace - rest-time and working
on letters.
Emma - playing with Brooke
and sing along.
Erika - painting, Jesus time
and laughing with friends.
Mackenzie - art, recess,
learning about countries and Mrs. Lori.
Bentley - free time and
letters.
Kaylee - working on letters
and rest-time.
Kindergarten– 3rd Grade
Brandon - computers,
Jesus time and reading.
Cheyenne - handwriting,
phonics and friends.
Jacob - computers, games,
teachers, friends.
Jeffrey - reading, free
time, and math games.
Caitlin – playing with
Cheyenne, silent reading and I’m happy
here.
Isaiah - I like it here.
I want to learn about
Jesus. My mom wants me
here.
Mark - scooters and ball
games.
Jasmine - we learn Jesus
is our Savior.
Jessica - you make neat
friends and parachute.
Ethan - friends, art
projects and gym.
Gracie - parties, fun and
friends.
Matthew - I have friends
here, reading, games.
Nathaniel - fun, you make
friends easy, you sing and learn about
God.
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Thoughtful Insights About Immanuel Lutheran
School
by the 4th - 8th Grade Students
Matthew: I like being able to reflect on
the good things and fun things about our
Lutheran School and computers too.
Amit:
National Lutheran Schools Week is the best
because we old friends and learn about Jesus.
Andrew: I enjoy adding and subtracting in
the subject of mathematics.
Cara:
I like the times that we are able to grow
together through fun activities and able to show
love.
Tiger: I enjoy math, especially fractions
cause I am able to use them while cooking and in
everyday life.
Josh:
I like studying maps so I can be familiar with
the grand world God created.
Paige: National Lutheran Schools Week is
fun and a great time to relax and rejuvenate
from our studies.
Jonas: I enjoy good friends, doing fun
things, and Christianity.
Paul:
I enjoy having the time to read for pleasure,
especially the series by C.S. Lewis.
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Schedule of Events for
National Lutheran Schools Week
Monday,
March 2
FISHING & CAMPING
dress in hiking or
fishing clothes - Alumni Day Lunch
served by staff
8:45
Opening Chapel service
ALL ARE
WELCOME
9:30 Fish & Fishing
with Walker DNR
10:30 Fishing Fun &
Minnow Races
1:00 Camping Fun
6:45 Preview to
Preschool
Tuesday, March 3
PILOT your Life
dress like a pilot or flight attendant
or tourist
9:00 Ray Weber - Commercial Pilot
& Instructor
10:00 Drew Gauwitz - Pilot & Instructor
12:30 Ken Bresley - Walker Airport
Commissioner & Civil Air Patrol
1:00 Al & Linda Larson - LAMP
Ministry
Wednesday, March
4
UNDER CONSTRUCTION
dress like a
construction worker
9:00 Darrin
Bronczyk - Log Homes
10:00 Brandon Zubke -
Zubke Excavating
1:00 Leroy Strand –
Benedict Electric
Thursday, March 5
OPEN HOUSE & REGISTRATION
8:30am – 7:30pm
Students dress in your Sunday
best
Coffee and Goodies – visit
the classrooms
Register for 2009-2010
classes
8:45 Sing along
Join us in
singing God’s praises
Friday, March 6
FIELDTRIP FRIDAY
wear school shirt or
colors – red, white, blue
8:30 Leave school
for Pequot Lakes
9:15 Kendall
Candles tour - candle making
11:00 Holiday Inn
Express – Baxter
for
Pizza, Pop and Water Park
1:30 Leave for
school
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