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A Culture of Giving at BC Christian Academy
The Christmas season is a time of giving, where we reflect on the ultimate gift—God Himself. In this season, God gave His Son for us, doing for us and giving to us what we could never do or earn on our own. This is the heart of Christmas, as beautifully expressed in John 3:16:
“For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life.”
Through His Son, God demonstrated the greatest act of generosity. At BC Christian Academy (BCCA), we embrace this spirit of giving as a vital part of our mission and identity. It reflects our biblical values and aligns with our core principles of Christ, Community, and Compassion.
Already, the spirit of giving is alive and well here at BCCA. Our recent Shoebox Collection for Samaritan’s Purse’s Operation Christmas Child saw over 300 boxes sent to children across the globe. Our high school students will also be serving the homeless in downtown Vancouver on November 30th, preparing sandwiches, distributing food, and praying with those in need. Meanwhile, our elementary and middle school students are making Christmas cards for the elderly and will be singing carols for them in December.
As we celebrate our 6th year participating in GivingTuesday, we are reminded that supporting a shared cause unites us and connects us to something much greater than ourselves. This global movement encourages all of us to consider how we can make a positive difference in the lives of others.
As we embrace this season of giving, we also invite you to consider directing your support to BC Christian Academy. With enrollment now exceeding 500 students, we are seeing an increasing demand for the Christ-centered education we offer.
Our Annual Fund helps bridge the gap between tuition fees, partial government funding, and the operational costs of running the school. Generous donations allow us to enhance educational resources, hire skilled teachers, and improve our facilities, all in service to our students’ growth and development.
This GivingTuesday and Christmas season, we invite you to join us in creating a lasting legacy of joyful giving. Whether through financial contributions, participating in our fundraisers, or offering prayerful support, your gift will make a meaningful impact and invest in future generations.
On behalf of everyone at BC Christian Academy, may your Christmas season be filled with peace, hope, and joy. Thank you for being a vital part of our mission to impact the world for Christ.
To donate or learn more about giving opportunities, please visit our website at bcchristianacademy.ca
Maple Ridge Christian School – Open House and New Registrations
At Maple Ridge Christian School (MRCS), we believe learning is about more than just gaining knowledge – it’s about shaping hearts and minds to live out God’s story in the world. MRCS has made it our mission to create a learning environment that is centred around holistic education and strong community. Over the past year, our entire staff has been engaging in a professional development program called Teaching for Transformation (TfT), which has been an exciting journey, providing new thoughts on how we teach and connect with our students to take this mandate from simple words to action.
Through TfT, our teachers have been diving deep into what they hope for each student – not
just academically, but spiritually as well. The program encourages and equips our staff to help students understand that everything they do and learn – whether it’s solving a math problem, writing a paper, or creating art – can be connected to God and His story in a deeper way. We want students to see that learning is about more than just completing assignments or memorizing information; it’s about participating in God’s bigger story and engaging in real work to meet the needs of real people. Our mission is to equip students with the necessary skills and values to lead a life for God.
MRCS has a rich history, with deep community roots. New families can rest assured that every student is treated equally, with supportive teachers mentoring them every step of the way. Our various programs such as our extracurricular Athletics program and International student program display the talents and diverse backgrounds of our vibrant and inclusive community. By integrating faith and learning, MRCS curriculum is designed to engage students in creative, problem solving, and critical thinking all while strengthening their understanding of their Christian values.
With MRCS expanding its facilities with new classroom and social spaces and a full-size gym, it also opens its doors to new and exciting opportunities for our current and incoming students. This expansion project reinforces the school’s commitment to investing in our students,creating new spaces for students to thrive academically and spiritually. For the upcoming 2025-2026 school year, spots will be available across all grade levels, from K-12. This presents a unique opportunity for families seeking to have this TfT experience for their children. By enrolling in MRCS, families can be confident that their children will receive a high-quality education within a nurturing and supportive environment.
MRCS invites you to see what the school is all about for yourself. Their Open House is on January 13, 2025, and you will have the opportunity to tour the school with a staff member. Registrations for new families will be open from January 15-31, 2025.
Quentin Flokstra – Lead Principal
Stacy Sowerby – Vice Principal of Learning & Programs
Maple Ridge Christian School – http://mrcs.ca/admissions
Pacific Academy
Empowered by the Holy Spirit, Pacific Academy seeks to cultivate a community of Christ-centred learners, equipped to lead and inspired to serve. Providing exceptional education is at the core of our mission. However, to truly deliver the finest academic experience, we believe it is vital to interweave a spiritual component into students’ daily lives.
Pacific Academy is unabashedly Christian and we emphasize the life-changing importance of a relationship with Jesus Christ in everything we do. One of the ways we live this out is through our exciting outreach program. All students – from junior kindergarten through grade 12 – take part in sharing God’s love, both here in the Surrey community and around the world. To discover more, visit pacificacademy.net. We look forward to connecting with you!
pacificacademy.net | 604.581.5353 | contact@mypacificacademy.net
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