Advent Prayer, Choirs, Christmas Chapel

HIGH SCHOOL CHAPEL

Tuesday: All students went to the gym. After a reading from Isaiah 9, the lights were dimmed and students were challenged to spend time in quiet prayer and reflection. There is something special and spiritually powerful when so many high school students take this time seriously. God was at work!

Thursday: The four high school choirs sang Christmas music from their recent concert. Freshmen Girls Choir, Varsity Choir, Chamber Choir and Concert Chorale all sang. The video below includes highlights from Monday's concert.

MIDDLE SCHOOL CHAPEL The middle school orchestra played a prelude and led us in the singing of two Christmas carols. The freshmen girls choir sang. We were treated to a beautriful trio of Silent Night by three middle school girls (see photo below). Then Mr. Wiener read the famous story, The Gift of the Magi, by O. Henry.

WHEN WE RETURN IN JANUARY:

High School. Tuesday and Thursday: Oliver Hersey

Middle School: Ashley Tameling

Location: Timothy Christian Schools

 

Chapel Band, Persecuted Church, Advent Prayer

HIGH SCHOOL CHAPEL

Tuesday: The chapel band led worship with an acoustic set. Mr. Mitchell shared a devotion on worship. It is easy to treat worship as just another thing we are supposed to do. We must remember who God is and the the extreme blessing of being able to worship such a great and glorious God.

Thursday: Like the middle school last week, the high school had a time of learning about, remembering and praying for the persecuted church around the world. The videos below are professionally done and deeply thought-provoking. The first is a music video, the second is a story about a persectued North Korean woman, and the third is about how we can respond.

MIDDLE SCHOOL CHAPEL: Advent Prayer Chapel. After some singing and Scripture reading from Isaiah, students were challenged to pray. Students prayed on their own, in small groups, or participated in "prayer stations". They could write down prayer requests and/or pray for what was written down. They could also journal or draw. The picture below was drawn by one of the students.

NEXT WEEK

High School. Tuesday: Advent prayer in the gym. Thursday: Choir & Christmas singing

Middle School: Orchestra & a special Christmas story

Location: Timothy Christian Schools

 

Hymn Sing, Lindloff Family, Persecuted Church

HIGH SCHOOL CHAPEL

Tuesday: We had chapel in the sanctuary of Faith Christian Reformed Church (just across the street). We sang 5 hymns that have withstood the test of time: All Creatures of Our God and King, A Mighty Fortress is Our God, Amazing Grace, Blessed Assurance Jesus is Mine, & the Doxology. Special thanks to Donna Erdman on the organ, Jan Slinkman on the piano, and Faith CRC. We were treated to a organ/piano prelude and postlude as well. The video below includes part of the prelude.

Thursday: Mr. Lindoff let us catch a glimpse of how his family observes advent: darkness and light, a candle, songs, a story with wooden figures and prayer. His story was about the return of Jesus. Not only did daddy/Mr. Lindloff keep his children's attention, we all were listening carefully! Besides being interesting and very cute with his children there, this chapel was a worshipful way to reflect on the true meaning of advent.

MIDDLE SCHOOL CHAPEL

The chapel focused on the persecuted church. Through video, a quiz and prayer, we not only learned more, but also gained a greater heart for suffering Christians around the world. The first thing that persecuted Christians ask for is that we remember them and pray for them. This was the goal of the chapel. The picture below is of the four students who led in prayer. Thanks Manny, Kate, Olivia and Josh!

BONUS VIDEO from the elementary school chapel this past Friday, featuring the 5th & 6th grade choir along with the freshmen girls choir.

NEXT WEEK

High School. Tuesday: Student-led chapel band, Thursday: The persecuted church

Middle School: Advent prayer

Location: Timothy Christian Schools

 

Thanksgiving

HIGH SCHOOL CHAPEL

Tuesday: Chapel began with a 4 minute video about passing kindness along. Jason & Jaszmine read a few verses from Psalm 103. Then we had an open mic time where students were invited to share what they were thankful for. This chapel is always a wonderful expression of thanksgiving and Christian community.

MIDDLE SCHOOL CHAPEL: We had an extended singing time with Mr. Gesch leading on the guitar. We saw a PowerPoint that Sophia made about Typhoon Haiyan. The proceeds from the middle school soup lunch are going to aid those in need in the Philippines. Six students read from parts of Psalm 103 & 107. We then had an open mic to share thanks. It was very touching to hear from so many students.

Thanksgiving Photos

The pictures below are of a "Thanksgiving Tree". It was done as an expression of thanks to God in the Thanksgiving service of the church I attend.

NEXT WEEK

High School. Tuesday: Hymn Sing at Faith CRC. Thursday: Lindloff Family Advent Devotion

Middle School: Prayer for the Persecuted Church

Location: Timothy Christian Schools

 

Boys & Girls, Louis Dooley

HIGH SCHOOL CHAPEL

Thursday: Girls only had chapel in the auditorium. The speaker was Shelia Downer, mother of BreAnna (11th). All the guys were on the bleachers in the gym with Mr. Davidson. Mrs. Downer spoke with the girls about accepting who they are in Christ. They should not listen to the voices of the world telling them what they should look like or how they should act. Mr. Davidson spoke about the prophet Daniel to illustrate how the boys need to live with Integrity, Courage, and Conviction.

MIDDLE SCHOOL CHAPEL Louis Dooley was our speaker. He grew up in East St. Louis, Illinois. In high school he delved into the world of drugs and criminal activity. At the young age of 19, he faced a lengthy prison sentence. He spoke of his commitment to Jesus and challenged the students to live for Jesus. Louis has been out of prison for 4 years now and works for a prison ministry. The middle schoolers loved the talk! If you need a speaker, let me know.

NEXT WEEK

High School Tuesday: Thanksgiving Chapel

Middle School: Thanksgiving Chapel

Location: Timothy Christian Schools

 

Small Groups, Fall Play, Mr Glover & 4 Seniors

HIGH SCHOOL CHAPEL

Tuesday: This was our 3rd small group chapel of the year. The groups read from Isaiah 40. Two of the questions asked were "what are some reasons we do not trust in God more?" and "what are ways we can help build trust in God?". The short video includes the opening prayer and my "deep thought" for the day.

Thursday: We saw a scene from the high school play, The Man Who Came to Dinner (performances on Nov. 21, 22, 23). It is very funny! In reference to the play and God's Word, Mr. Lindloff then spoke about how we, as Christians, should treat people who are...well...difficult.

MIDDLE SCHOOL CHAPEL: Mr. Glover, Timothy's high school director of athletics & performance, and 4 high school athletes (Conner, Nate, Jenna, Sarah) shared in an informal question and answer time. Some of the questions that Mr. Glover asked the students were "what was a middle school sports highlight?", "what is the value of being a part of a Christian team?", and "what are some spiritual exercises that strengthen your faith?".

NEXT WEEK

High School. Thursday only: surprise! Check back next week to read about it.

Middle School: Special speaker, Louis Dooley

Location: Timothy Christian Schools

 

Who Do You Follow?

HIGH SCHOOL & MIDDLE SCHOOL CHAPEL

Tuesday: Both chapels ended with students scattered all throughout the auditorium. They were challenged to pray about the condition of their heart and how they are following Jesus. Below are two must-see videos. One video was made by a couple of senior girls and put together by Abigail. It includes a few Timothy teachers. Watch all 5 minutes. One of the funniest videos ever shown in chapel. The skit that led to the prayer-time was recorded. Sorry for the poor quality, but the skit is great! The rhyming is first-rate!

NEXT WEEK

High School. Tuesday: Small Groups. Thursday: you'll soon find out

Middle School: Mr. Glover and 4 TCHS athletes

Location: Timothy Christian Schools