Landing - Elmwood Baptist Academy

November 2013
Eagle’s
Landing
The
Letter From the Principal
November is truly a month of thanks. As God’s children we have so much
to be thankful for. In fact, God’s Word tells us to “give thanks in everything for
this is the will of God.” What a challenge and encouragement from God.
November also brings with it a reminder of the approaching holidays,
which begin with Thanksgiving. God has bestowed upon us many, bountiful
blessings. The greatest of which is the gift of salvation through Jesus Christ.
Psalm 92:1 says, “It is a good thing to give thanks unto the LORD, and to sing
praises unto thy name, O most High:” Remember to give thanks to our Lord for
all that He is and all that He has done.
I especially want to say thank you to everyone who helped raise additional
money for the school through the World’s Finest Chocolate’s fundraiser. The
total number of candy bars sold was 28,428, which equates to a profit of
$12,500.00!!!!! Thank you so much for your labor and love!
I also want to thank you for helping with our Penny War. Because of you
we were able to raise more than $1,500.00, which opens 7 B.L.E.S.S. centers
in impoverished countries. These 7 B.L.E.S.S. centers will help more than 70
children learn the basics of reading and writing. And most importantly, these
children will hear about Jesus Christ and his sacrificial death and resurrection.
Update: There is a major change in the calendar of events for November.
The 1st-4th grade elementary music program date has been changed and will be
held on Tuesday, November 26th at 7pm. Please make a note of this change.
Invite your family and friends to the program, which I know will be a blessing
to you.
Thank you for participating in Spirit Week. It is always a blast! Keep
reading in the newsletter to see some of the fun and excitment of the week.
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In This Issue
• Letter from the
Principal
• Calendar Update: 1st4th grade Thanksgiving
Program, “O Give
Thanks”
• Safe Driving
• Referral Program
• Monthly Scripture
Memory Selections
• Thanking God for the
“In Between” Moments of
Life
• Holiday Humor
• Spirit Week Recap
• B.L.E.S.S.
• Spirit Wear
• Is There Not A Cause?
• School Calendar
• King Soopers Cards
• WFC Fundraiser Results
• November Lunch Menu
Thank you for being a part of our school family. I encourage you to look for ways to be a blessing to others this
month. May we look for ways to be thankful for all that God has provided. May God bless you richly this holiday
season for your faithfulness to Him.
In Christ’s Service!
Pastor Joshua C Lehman
Principal/Administrator
Elmwood Baptist Academy
“O Give Thanks”
presents
a 1st-4th grade thanksgiving program
Tuesday, November 26th @ 7pm
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For the Safety of all students and familes,
please drive slowly and carefully as you
enter and exit the property.
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Student
Referral
Program
Thanking God for the “In Between” Moments of Life
God Is Always Working In Our Lives
In Between
Times
Several
years
ago, my family took
a trip to London,
England. We stayed
in a unique hotel
located in a restored
historical building.
As
we
headed
out one morning,
excited for another
day of sightseeing,
we got on the
elevator and pushed
the “down” button.
But
when
the
elevator descended, this normal morning changed
abruptly. It suddenly felt like we had stepped on the
Tower of Terror ride at Disneyland. We were jolted up
and down multiple times—ascending several levels,
then falling several levels to sudden stops. And, just
when we thought our ride was over, the rising, falling,
and jolting started again.
We spend our
days between a lot
of things: between
errands, between
appointments,
between
classes,
between here and
there,
coming
and going. And
throughout
our
lives,
we
find
ourselves in more
serious gaps: between relationships, jobs, ministry
assignments, and answered prayers. Yet, no matter
what “in-between” stage we’re in—whether it lasts five
minutes or five years—it’s easy to become discouraged
about the past or stressed about what the future holds.
Life is a series of “in between” moments. If we’re
always living for the next great thing or big moment,
we’ll miss what God wants for us right now.
After
several
moments, it finally
stopped for good, and
we found ourselves
trapped inside the
elevator for a lengthy
period of time before
being rescued. We
did the best we could to pass the long, hot, suffocating
moments in such a small space until my brothers
decided to pry the doors open to see where we were.
“Maybe the elevator stopped at a floor where we can
exit,” we thought. But, the doors opened to reveal just
the opposite: a concrete wall. We were between floors.
If we’re always living
for the next great
thing or big moment,
we’ll miss what God
wants for us right now.
Mind the Gap
There is a phrase used in the London underground
as a warning to passengers to practice caution while
crossing the gap between the train and the station
platform. The phrase is, “Mind the Gap.” It is repeated
on the intercom and written on the ground—a continual
reminder to pay attention!
In the busyness of our daily lives—as we jump from
one thing to another—perhaps even pushed and shoved
by others trying to get to their destinations—God calls
us to pay attention. He cautions us to purposefully
acknowledge His guidance in our steps, even when
those steps cause us to pass through “gaps.”
Sometimes, we can feel that our lives are like that
elevator: stuck—suspended between floors, surrounded
by concrete, with no hope in sight.
Kairos
The ancient Greek language had two words
for time: chronos and kairos. These two
words of time differentiated
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“normal, measurable time” (chronos)
time, instead of feeling suspended,
and “special time” (kairos). Chronos God cautions us to out of control, or trapped—we find
deals with quantity, and kairos deals p u r p o s e f u l l y purpose, significance, and hope. Why?
with quality. Chronos emphasizes
He is with us.
acknowledge
His
order, while kairos emphasizes
Sacred, Not Wasted
in our
readiness. Kairos means “the right, guidance
opportune, or supreme moment.” It
Sometimes, we get so intent on
steps,
is not an idle moment, but it is not
leaving our “gap” (“God, I want out
an active moment, either. It is an
of this elevator ASAP, please!”) that
in-between, undetermined period of time in which we fail to recognize its importance. We default to our
something special happens. And when God was at work chronos mindset and look for the fastest way out. What
in the New Testament, the Greek word used to describe should we do then to ensure that these times aren’t
that time was…Kairos.
wasted?
God measures time in kairos. He operates in
When we choose to acknowledge God, “now” can
the immeasurable, in-between moments. When we become more than a holding pattern or a painful pause.
acknowledge His presence in these unique spans of “Now” can be a time of spiritual growth and maturity.
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Scripture Memory
Selections for the
Month of November
Psalm 119:10, “This book of the law shall not
depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate
therein day and night, that thou mayest observe
to do according to all that is written therein: for
then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and
then thou shalt have good success.”
1st Grade
Psalm 34:14-19
2nd Grade
Luke 2:8-14
3rd Grade
Hebrews 11:16-19
4th Grade
Luke 2:8-14
Middle Learning
Center
Genesis 1:10-19
Junior and
Senior Learning
Centers
Genesis 1:16-26, 31
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Don’t rush through these times. Embrace them. They are
sacred. Psalm 37 provides insight on how to seize these
sacred moments.
Holiday Humor
1. Commit to spiritual growth—trust God. If you’re
in a holding pattern, trust that God has a purpose and
determine to grow as a result (Psalm 37:3).
2. Remember what is truly important—worship God.
Instead of looking for a way out, look to God. Dwell with
Him. Focus on Him. Delight in Him (Psalm 37:4).
3. Realize that timing is everything—wait on God.
Don’t push your way through the gap! Wait on God with
patience and anticipation (Psalm 37:7).
4. Advance God’s eternal purposes—serve God. Allow
the pause in your plans to increase your fervor to serve
God in perhaps unexpected capacities (Psalm 37:27).
5. Remember God’s blessings—thank Him (Psalm
37:25-26).
The Lord won’t forsake you! Dwell on His promises,
and thank Him for His provision. So, mind the gap!
Don’t rush through God-ordained pauses. Embrace the
opportunity for spiritual growth. And, thank Him for the
privilege of time spent in the “in between” moments in
life.
Thankful on Purpose
A little boy was asked to pray for
dinner. Before he bowed his head to
pray, he looked at the dish. Then,
closing his eyes he prayed, “Lord, I
don’t like the looks of it, but I’ll thank
you and eat it anyway.”
Giving Thanks for
the Meal
A visiting farmer stopped at a city
restaurant to eat lunch. When he
was served his food he bowed his
head and gave thanks to the Lord.
Some teenagers sitting at a nearby
table noticed the farmer’s prayer
and shouted, “Hey, pops, back where
you come from does everybody pray
before they eat?”
Their laughter was silenced when the
unmoved farmer answered, “No, the
hogs don’t.”
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Spirit Week ReCap
Wow! EBA has spirit! Spirit Week was a hit
beyond words. Thank you so much for your
support and help during Spirit Week.
The Penny War was superb! Together, the
school brought in more than $1,500.00! This
money is going to help children in other
countries who would not have a change at
education or knowing Jesus Christ without
B.L.E.S.S. Thank you parents, family, and
friends. You are amazing! God bless you richly!
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We are grateful to each school and student who helped support BLESS through prayers and giving. Each school
that raises $200 to open a BLESS Center for 20 students and submits it to the BLESS office no later than May 1, 2014,
is recognized at International Student Convention. Let us know how your students worked to raise money for BLESS.
BLESS Donor Certificate Recipients at ISC 2013
Abbotsford Christian Academy
Academy Christian School
Antioch Christian Academy
Berean Christian School
Berean Fundamental Baptist School
Burke Homeschool
Century Christian Academy
Cornerstone Christian School
Elmwood Baptist Academy
Faith Baptist Academy
Faith Christian School
Farmers Christian Academy
Friendship Christian Academy
Gateway Christian School
Gifted Hands Academy
Grace Christian Academy
Grace Christian Academy
Guadalajara Escuela de Futuro, A.C.
Hebron Center Christian School
Pastor Lehman
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Abbotsford, Wisconsin
Rock Hill, South
Carolina
Lucedale, Mississippi
Fairview Heights,
Illinois
Zion, Illinois
Castlebar, Ireland
Pflugerville, Texas
Sioux Lookout, Ontario,
Canada
Brighton, Colorado
Walterboro, South
Carolina
Chester, Illinois
Morehead, Kentucky
Beaumont, Texas
San Antonio, Texas
Lithonia, Georgia
Flower Mound, Texas
Covington, Georgia
Zapopan, Jalisco,
Mexico
Coudersport,
Pennsylvania
Heritage Christian School
Highland Christian School
Hope Christian Academy
Liberty Christian School
Lighthouse Baptist Academy
Lighthouse Christian School
Lighthouse Christian School
Lowry City Christian School
Millville Baptist Academy
New Covenant Academy
New Heights Christian Academy
New Life Christian Academy
Pine Grove Christian Academy
Prospect Christian Academy
Union Church Christian Academy
West Little York Christian Academy
Whetstone Christian Academy
Wisdom Christian Academy
Zemorah Christian Academy
Visit www.aceministries.com/bless or
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call 615-612-5200 for
Geary, New Brunswick,
Canada
Miller, Missouri
Sainte Genevieve,
Missouri
Hawesville, Kentucky
Plainwell, Michigan
Madison, Tennessee
Portage la Prairie,
Manitoba, Canada
Lowry City, Missouri
Frankfort, Kentucky
Broken Arrow,
Oklahoma
Springfield, Missouri
Dallas, Texas
Summit, Mississippi
Prospect, Virginia
Tylertown, Mississippi
Houston, Texas
Mountain Grove,
Missouri
Mexico City, Mexico
Lower Lake, California
Spirit Wear
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2013-2014 School Calendar
August 5: ACE Diagnostic Testing For New Students (5th12th)
August 9: Parent Orientation, 7:00PM
August 19: First Day of School
March 17-21: Spring Vacation – No School
March 24: School Resumes
March 28: Parent Teacher Conferences (1st through 12th
grades)
September 2: Labor Day – No School
September 25: ACE Convention/Teacher In-Service Day –
No School
April 2: K-5 Smilestones – Graduation Pictures
April 7-10: SAT Testing
April 20: Easter
April 21: Easter Holiday – No School
October 8: Picture Day
October 17: End of 1st Quarter
October 21-25: Spirit Week
October 25: Parent Teacher Conferences (1st through 12th
grades)
November 12: Picture Retakes
November 26: Elementary Thanksgiving Program (1st-4th
grades
November 27-28: Thanksgiving Break – No School
December 19: End of 2nd Quarter
December 19: Christmas Party – Full Day of School – No
Lunch
December 23-January 2: Christmas Break – No School
January 6: School Resumes
February 13: Valentine’s Day Parties
February 17: No School - Presidents Day
March 6: End of 3rd Quarter
March 17-21: Frontier Regional Student Convention
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May 13: Spring Program 6th-12th Grades – 7:00 PM
May 19: K4-K5 Graduation 7:00PM
May 20: Elementary Concert and Academy Awards 1st
through 4th grades – 7:00 PM
May 22: Last Day of School – Half-Day (no After-Care
provided)
May 22: High School Graduation and ACE Learning Center (5th-12th) Awards Program – 7:00PM
May 24-30: International Student Convention
We want to let you know of a great opportunity for you to help Elmwood Baptist Academy. Kroger/King Soopers
has partnered with EBA in a great money raising opportunity at no cost to you.
Simply purchase a pre-loaded $50.00 gift card from Elmwood for $50.00 and shop as you normally would. Keep
this card and continue using it every time you shop for groceries or fuel. Every time you load additional money on
the card, Elmwood received 5%.
For example, the day you purchase your card Elmwood received $2.50 (5% of $50.00). When you go to store and
buy $XXX.00 in groceries, ask the clerk to add what amount you desire to the card before they start to ring up your
order. Then, simply pay with the gift card. The next time you shop, simply follow this same pattern. You may add as
much money as you want to the card at any time.
Thank you for supporting Elmwood Baptist Church and Academy.
Yes, I want to purchase _______ gift card(s) for $50.00 each.
_____ Please add the cost of the card(s) to my bill.
_____ I have attached cash/check to this form for the cost of the card(s).
_____ Please charge my credit card for the cost of the card(s).
Name on Card: ______________________________________________
Card Number:____________________________________ CVV:______
Billing Address: ______________________________________________
City:_____________________________, State:__________, Zip:____________
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World’s Finest Chocolate Fundraiser Results
1st Place - Middle Learning Center
2nd Place - 1st Grade
3rd Place - 4th Grade
4th Place - Senior Learning Center
5th Place - K-5
6th Place - Junior Learning Center
7th Place - K-4, Mrs. Lehman
8th Place - 3rd Grade
9th Place - 2nd Grade
10th Place - K-4, Mrs. Lopez
10 Place - 2s-3s
$6,190.00
$3,540.42
$3,273.00
$3,060.00
$2,820.00
$2,585.00
$2,580.00
$2,340.00
$1,080.00
$480.00
$480.00
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