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Grace: Our Mission, Our Purpose
Dear Parents,
Reflecting on the ministry of Grace Christian Academy, I am struck with the significance of the work that we have been tasked with. C.S. Lewis, in his book “The Weight of Glory,” eloquently articulates this significance, saying, “There are no ordinary people. You have never talked to a mere mortal. Nations, cultures, arts, civilizations - these are mortal, and their life is to ours as the life of a gnat. But it is immortals whom we joke with, work with, marry, snub and exploit - immortal horrors or everlasting splendors. This does not mean that we are to be perpetually solemn. We must play. But our merriment must be of that kind (and it is, in fact, the merriest kind) which exists between people who have, from the outset, taken each other seriously - no flippancy, no superiority, no presumption.”
As parents, you have been given an awesome responsibility to put the love of the Lord your God in front of your children (immortal souls) at all times (Deuteronomy 6:4-9). The responsibility of GCA is to partner with you as you undertake this God-given mandate. Whether academically, athletically, or artistically, we are determined to develop young people of character, integrity, and ready to carry great responsibility. Students who, as the Apostle Paul puts it, can “destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ” (2 Corinthians 10:5).
So as we look at this new school year, can you imagine a more compelling task? I am so excited for what the Lord has for us this year as we walk with you; instilling wisdom in this generation.
~Mr. Most
Vision Statement
The vision of Grace Christian Academy is to know wisdom and instruction, to understand words of insight, to receive instruction in wise dealing, in righteousness, justice, and equity; to give prudence to the simple, knowledge and discretion to the youth. ~Proverbs 1:2-4~
Mission Statement
The mission of Grace Christian Academy is to develop wise students through relationships, instruction, and service.
GCA Core Values
Reflecting on the ministry of Grace Christian Academy, I am struck with the significance of the work that we have been tasked with. C.S. Lewis, in his book “The Weight of Glory,” eloquently articulates this significance, saying, “There are no ordinary people. You have never talked to a mere mortal. Nations, cultures, arts, civilizations - these are mortal, and their life is to ours as the life of a gnat. But it is immortals whom we joke with, work with, marry, snub and exploit - immortal horrors or everlasting splendors. This does not mean that we are to be perpetually solemn. We must play. But our merriment must be of that kind (and it is, in fact, the merriest kind) which exists between people who have, from the outset, taken each other seriously - no flippancy, no superiority, no presumption.”
As parents, you have been given an awesome responsibility to put the love of the Lord your God in front of your children (immortal souls) at all times (Deuteronomy 6:4-9). The responsibility of GCA is to partner with you as you undertake this God-given mandate. Whether academically, athletically, or artistically, we are determined to develop young people of character, integrity, and ready to carry great responsibility. Students who, as the Apostle Paul puts it, can “destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ” (2 Corinthians 10:5).
So as we look at this new school year, can you imagine a more compelling task? I am so excited for what the Lord has for us this year as we walk with you; instilling wisdom in this generation.
~Mr. Most
Vision Statement
The vision of Grace Christian Academy is to know wisdom and instruction, to understand words of insight, to receive instruction in wise dealing, in righteousness, justice, and equity; to give prudence to the simple, knowledge and discretion to the youth. ~Proverbs 1:2-4~
Mission Statement
The mission of Grace Christian Academy is to develop wise students through relationships, instruction, and service.
GCA Core Values
- For students to cultivate a personal relationship with their Lord and Savior Jesus Christ
- For students to mature in Wisdom (knowledge and skill) leading to productive, meaningful lives for the glory of God
- For students to discover, nurture, and discipline their God-given talents
- For students to develop habits that lead to righteous living; striving to live honestly and justly.
GCA APPWe’re pleased to announce that the completely redesigned Grace app for Android and iOS devices is now available for download at the App Store and Google Play.
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Grace Christian Academy admits students of any race, color, nationality, and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to GCA students. We do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin in the administration of our educational policies, admissions procedures, tuition assistance awards, athletic and other school administered programs. We do, however, reserve the right to deny admission to any individual who cannot benefit from enrollment based on past academic achievement, disqualifying disability, or whose personal life-style is not in harmony with the stated philosophy and purpose of Grace Christian Academy.