Columbus Christian School News
April 18, 2019
Take this weekend to reflect, celebrate and worship the God who made the way back for us into fellowship with Him.
A Note From Mrs. Donnell
What happened in the last hours before Jesus' death?
The last hours before Jesus' death were spent with His disciples, in the Garden of Gethsemane, on trial, traveling to His place of crucifixion, and finally hanging on the cross.
The night before He died, Jesus and His disciples celebrated Passover in the upper room of a residence (Luke 22:7-13). Before they began supper, Jesus showed His disciples His care for them by kneeling down and washing their feet—a task usually reserved for the lowliest household servant (John 13:1-5). Jesus' act of service included Judas Iscariot, who would later leave supper in order to betray Jesus.
After the foot-washing, the men partook in the traditional Passover dinner. This particular Passover marked Jesus' institution of the Lord's Supper (Communion). Alluding to His death, He declared that the bread represented His broken body and the cup represented His blood (Matthew 26:26-29). During the supper, Jesus predicted Judas's betrayal, and Judas left the meal.
When supper was finished, Jesus and His disciples moved to the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus spent time in anguished prayer, anticipating the events that would soon occur. His disciples slept, even though Jesus asked them to stay up and pray (Luke 22:45-46). While they were in the garden, Judas returned with a crowd and betrayed Jesus with a kiss. Jesus was then arrested, accused of blasphemy, and put on trial.
The next hours were agonizing. Beginning before 6:00am, Jesus was subjected to harsh interrogation, beaten, spit on, mocked, brutally whipped, and finally convicted and made to carry His cross to His own crucifixion. He was nailed by His hands (or wrists) and feet to the cross and left hanging for hours before He died.
While on the cross, Jesus spoke to people, including one of the two thieves who hung beside Him. This thief defended Jesus from the taunting of the other; and because of his belief, Jesus promised that he would be with Him in "paradise" that same day (Luke 23:39-43). Jesus also spoke to His disciple John, asking Him to take care of His mother (John 19:26-27).
At noon, an unnatural darkness covered the land (Mark 15:33). At 1:00pm, Jesus cried out: "My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?" An hour later, He said, "It is finished." He then died.
While this is a description of Jesus' last hours before His crucifixion and death, it does not describe His final hours on earth. Three days after Jesus died, He was resurrected from the dead and He appeared before His disciples and hundreds of other witnesses. He stayed on earth 40 days (Acts 1:3), then ascended into heaven to rule at the right hand of the Father (Luke 24:50-51).
Have a Blessed Easter!
Mrs. Donnell
celebrating holy week at ccs
first grade seder meal
First grade celebrated Passover at school today by participating in a traditional Seder meal.
They read, “A Sweet Passover” by Leslea Newman and listened to Passover and Seder songs- including trying to sing along with the four questions and answers of the Seder meal.
They went though the 15 steps of a Seder and discussed each one. As a reward for finding the Afikoman... they each got a Berenstain Bears book about the very first Easter and read it together before going home!
We love how the truths of God and Jesus’ sacrifice once for all are being shared with these kids through all their senses!
“And by that will, we have been made holy through the sacrifice of the body of Jesus Christ once for all. Day after day every priest stands and performs his religious duties; again and again he offers the same sacrifices, which can never take away sins. But when this priest [Jesus] had offered for all time one sacrifice for sins, he sat down at the right hand of God, and since that time he waits for his enemies to be made his footstool. For by one sacrifice he has made perfect forever those who are being made holy.” - Hebrews 10:10-14
Middle and High School Students:
Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II Summer Math Enrichment
We will be offering summer math enrichment during the months of June and July. It is not required, but is highly recommended for anyone who struggles with math and anyone who has not passed the ISTEP+ graduation exam. Any current Junior/Sophomore who has not passed the ISTEP+ must participate in remediation/enrichment as part of the requirements for the ISTEP+ Graduation Waiver.
Dates: June 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27 July 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25
Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Times: 9am - 11am
Location: CCS - classroom to be determined
Who: Any student who was enrolled in Algebra I, Geometry or Algebra II during the 2018-2019 school year
Congratulations to the 2019 inductees into the National Honor Society!
We are praising the Lord for the talents He has given all our students and taking the time to recognize a few tonight! Wonderful work, Crusaders!
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Video tour of website: https://www.jobsforteenshq.com/website-intro/?msID=7aa5925c-25d9-48b0-bea1-975b58df44f9
21st Century Scholar Program
For students in the 7th and 8th grade.
For specific program requirements, visit the home page of their website: https://scholars.in.gov/
GENTLENESS
This month our CCS MS/HS will be learning what it looks like to be fearlessly GENTLE. Please join us in encouraging your student(s) when they demonstrate this "focus-fruit" at home!
We are excited to see how the Holy Spirit will transform the hearts and minds of these young fruit-bearers!
PTF Leadership positions available for 2019-2020
sampling of the art:
Our Elementary Students are getting so excited to share their artwork with you at "Creative Crusaders" on May 2nd! Be sure you sign up your whole family soon. Everyone is welcome!
Middle and High School students are more than welcome to submit a piece for the exhibit as well- just turn it into Mrs. Gover in the Resource Room.
Creative Crusaders: A Family Night of Food, Fellowship, Talent & Art
All Crusader Families are invited to this fun and engaging school-wide event! Bring the whole family (grandparents, aunts, uncles too!) to enjoy a homemade meal, Junior and Senior High Talent Show, and Elementary Art Exhibit.
The night will begin with a delicious meal, prepared by our wonderful school chef, Tammy Carlson. During dinner, you will enjoy the talents of our fantastic Junior and Senior High Students. At the end of the evening, you are invited to peruse the Elementary Art Show in the Elementary Hallway. All student’s artwork will be available to purchase by donation only.
Thursday, May 2nd 6-8 p.m at Columbus Christian School
Tickets: $6 pre-order, $8 at the door
Proceeds go to fund PTF projects next school year!
MIddle & Senior High Talent Show
Sign up for “Creative Crusaders “ talent show in the school office!
Here are a few guidelines: Up to 3 students per act, 3 minutes per act, all acts will be screened by a staff member beforehand, and students will sign a code of conduct contract to participate.
Play Ball!
it's coming...indy 500
Contact the school office to schedule your volunteer hours: (812) 372-3780.
Volunteer Work Dates / Time of Departure (carpool) / # of Volunteers Needed:
May 10 FRI Depart McDonald’s at 6:00amNumber of workers needed: (5) Shop 17
May 11 SAT Depart McDonald’s at 5:15am (Indy Grand Prix)
Number of workers needed: (12) shops 17 & 28
May 14 TUE Depart McDonald’s 8:30am
Number of workers needed: (5) Shop 17
May 15 WED Depart McDonald’s 8:30am
Number of workers needed: (5) Shop 17
May 16 THUR Depart McDonald’s 8:30am
Number of workers needed: (5) Shop 17
May 17 FRI Depart McDonald’s 8:30am (Fast Friday)
Number of workers needed:(5) Shop17
May 18 SAT Depart McDonald’s 5:30am (Qualifications)
Number of workers needed: (10) Shop 17
May 19 SUN Depart McDonald’s 7:30am (Pole Day)
Number of workers needed: (10) Shop 17
May 20 MON Depart McDonald’s 10:30am
Number of workers needed: (5) Shop 17
May 24 FRI Depart McDonald’s 6:30 (Carb Day)
Number of workers needed: (12) Shops 17 & 28
May 25 SAT Depart McDonald’s 6:30am (Legends Day)
Number of workers needed: (10) Shop 17
May 26 SUN Depart McDonald’s 3:30am (103rd Running of the Indy 500)
Number of workers needed: (18) shops 17 & 28
Complete information about the day (what to expect, what to wear, how to get there, pictures, etc.) can be found on the website at: http://www.whycolumbuschristian.com/athletics-booster-club or you can download it below.
Baseball & Softball Schedules
Important Dates
Easter Sunday
Sunday, April 21
PTF Meeting
Thursday, April 25 / 3:30PM
Mid Term Ends
Friday, April 26
PROM
Friday, April 26
AFTER PROM
Saturday, April 27
ILEARN (6th-8th Grade Testing)
April 29-May3
ILEARN (3rd-5th Grade Testing)
May 6-10
Scholastic Book Fair
May 13-17
Senior Trip
May 13-17
Preschool Graduation
Thursday, May 16
1st & 5th Grades Baseball in Education
Thursday, May 16
Pre-K Graduation
Friday, May 17
Elementary Field Day
Thursday, May 23
Last Day of School
Friday, May 24
Kindergarten Graduation 8:15AM
MS/HS Awards 9-9:45AM
Elementary Awards 10-11AM
(Parents are welcome to come to the Awards Ceremonies/Located in Sanctuary)
Class of 2019 Graduation
Friday, May 24 / 7:00PM
elementary artwork
Theme: SPRING: All God's Creation
2nd Grade
“So God created the great creatures of the sea and every living thing with which the water teems and that moves about in it, according to their kinds, and every winged bird according to its kind. And God saw that it was good.” Genesis 1:21
3rd Grade
Then God said, “Let us make mankind in our image, in our likeness, so that they may rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky, over the livestock and all the wild animals, and over all the creatures that move along the ground.”
“So God created mankind in his own image in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them.” Genesis 1:26-27
4th Grade
“The soothing tongue is a tree of life, but a perverse tongue crushes the spirit.” Proverbs 15:4
“Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.” Proverbs 16:24
“The words of the mouth are deep waters, but the fountain of wisdom is a rushing stream.” Proverbs 18:4
5th Grade
“God made the wild animals according to their kinds, the livestock according to their kinds, and all the creatures that move along the ground according to their kinds. And God saw that it was good.” Genesis 1:25
5th Grade
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Columbus Christian School Contact Info.
Email: info@columbus-christian.org
Website: http://www.whycolumbuschristian.com
Location: 3170 Indiana Ave. Columbus, IN 47201
Phone: (812) 372-3780
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