Puyallup Elementary Blog

Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we boast in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us. —Romans 5:1-5, NIV
 

Last week at our MLK chapel, we reviewed facts and statistics from Martin Luther King Jr.’s life. Dr. King went through hard times to change the world. He gave more than 2,500 speeches that addressed inequality, racism, nonviolence, justice, and so much more. He was a leader. We were reminded that Martin Luther King Jr. was one of the most influential leaders of civil rights in the world, that everything he did was out of love and peace, and that he was able to do what he did because of HOPE! Our students were challenged to treat others with respect, to be peacemakers, to love others, and to never stop growing in hope! 
 

As we reflect on the life and impact of Martin Luther King Jr., may we remember the promises of Romans 5. For those in Christ, we have been justified, we are at peace with God, and we have grace. When we face hard times, we can know that God is doing a great work. He will grow our character and our hope. May we boast in the hope we have in Christ!

Greetings, Cougar Family!

This weekend I was attending church and happened upon a group of five CCS parents who had gathered afterward. It was evident they were having an intense conversation. As it turns out, one mother of three CCS students was sharing how her husband, the students’ father, had been diagnosed with cancer, the tumors described as innumerable. The support, empathy, and care shown by those who were listening was profound. When I asked if we could pray, they not only agreed but proceeded to embrace one another in a holy huddle. The moment ended with hugs, offers to help with carpooling, and appointments to bring dinner to the family.

This is only one of MANY stories of how Cascade Christian Schools is not only a place where learning happens. It is a place where love happens, a place where support along the journey happens—in our grief and in our joy. It is COMMUNITY, and I am so honored and blessed to be a part of it.

“Our need to belong is not rational, but it is a constant that exists across all people in all cultures. It is a feeling we get when those around us share our values and beliefs. When we feel like we belong, we feel connected and we feel safe.”    —Simon Sinek, Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action