2016 - 2017 MBCA Annual Report

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Greetings

mission statement

Our 2016-2017 Annual Report commemorates another year of God’s graciousness to our school, a year made possible by your faithful giving. When Joann and I consider how this sweet community of teachers, coaches, and parents has poured into the hearts of our daughters, we are overcome with gratitude. We consider it a privilege to stand and be counted in our giving with hundreds of other families, foundations, and friends.

The mission of Mt. Bethel Christian Academy is to provide a truly Christ-centered education for our children through an environment which develops and encourages academic excellence, spiritual growth, and a lifelong love and desire for learning. Our goal is to prepare students to succeed in competitive environments and to develop their unique abilities to the fullest.

The Callis Family

We believe strongly that God honors our seed of faith and uses it to strengthen and prosper our school so that it stands as a “mighty oak of righteousness” in a forest of disbelief. And has that goal ever been more important than it is today? As America has pushed God out of the public square, the once clear connection between freedom and faith has been lost. If we are to repair those ruins, we must begin with our children. By supporting us with your giving, you help to ensure that we will continue to bolster the faith of girls and boys for generations to come.

In His Sermon on the Mount, Jesus tells us, “Where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.” In sharing a portion of your treasure, you signal that your heart supports the Kingdom building work we do with children every day. We recognize there is no shortage of worthy causes and ministries in which we can invest. So, on behalf of the 735 faculty, staff, and students of Mt. Bethel Christian Academy, please accept my deepest gratitude for remembering our school in your giving. May God find us worthy stewards of your benevolence and may He continue to shower us with His favor in the new school year ahead.

Jim R. Callis Head of School

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“Keep on loving one another as brothers and sisters” Hebrews 13:1

Leadership administration

board of trustees Mike Ostergard, Chairman Carlos Alarcon Angel Brim Bill Brown

Jim Callis....................... Head of School

Darren DeVore

Bob Montague.............. Upper School Principal

Shannon Drake

Bill Bridges.................... Middle School Principal

Alicia Gant

Vivian Lovett................ Lower School Principal

Josh Kenny

Lane Sims...................... Business Manager

Joel Lackey

Jackie Grasty................. Director of Admission, LS & MS

Rustin Parsons

Cal Boyd....................... Director of Admission, US

Michael Petroff

Roger Kaiser.................. Director of Athletics

Kevin Prevost

Sharon McGehee.......... Director of Development

Dave Pugmire

Alison Stephens............ Associate Director of Development

Jamie Weeks

Chip Barber.................. Director of Technology

Heath Wilson

Holly Pilger................... Admin to Head of School & LS Principal

Jim Callis, ex officio

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Oh, the Places We Go! Time spent praying, laughing and oftentimes serving together draws students closer to each other and closer to the Lord. Days spent away from the Academy buildings are an important part of MBCA’s mission.

As Jesus taught his disciples, we, too, believe in the value of teaching within the context of sharing life together. Relationships are enhanced and lives are touched during these times beyond the classroom experience.

MBCA students, beginning in fourth grade, travel each year with their classmates to either a retreat setting or to perform hands on mission work, both in the United States and abroad. Mission trips invite students to be fulltime participants in God’s plan. These experiences open eyes and draw students toward Jesus in a way the classroom cannot. When their comfort levels are challenged, and they truly find God at work in the world, students learn to apply their faith to real-world living.

In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ – Acts 20:35 In 2016, students from the Lower, Middle and Upper schools provided 335 shoeboxes filled with small toys, school supplies and toiletries to Samaritan’s Purse for Operation Christmas Child. Samaritan’s Purse is an international Christian relief and evangelism organization. These simple gifts are shipped outside the United States to children affected by war, poverty, natural disaster, famine and disease; and to children living on Native American reservations in the U.S. Through the shoebox project, MBCA students are able to share their blessings and the good news of Jesus Christ with children in need around the world.

Thank you for your generosity in supporting Operation Christmas Child.

Please watch for information in the Eagle Eye and in your student’s backpack for how you can help in 2017.

fourth grade

fifth grade

sixth grade

seventh grade

eighth grade

upper school

In April, our fourth graders enjoyed two days and one night at the Wahsega 4-H Center in Dahlonega, GA. While there, students participated in outdoor classes such as stream ecology, herpetology, entomology and nocturnal life. Coach Hall led the group in games during the evening, and each cabin came together for devotional time just before bed. The students also served in Wahsega’s kitchen, helped with bathroom cleaning and yard clean up.

The fifth graders spent two nights and three days at the Driftwood Education Center in St. Simons in October. This trip is the culmination of the study of the oceans and the Georgia coastline. While at Driftwood, they studied the island’s beach, forest and marsh ecologies. From boats, the students used drag nets to catch ocean creatures for study, and visited Boneyard Beach to learn about the erosion of the barrier islands and their importance to our coastline.

Sixth Grade students visited Washington, D.C. in May, spending three days in our nation’s capital to explore the monuments, documents, museums and memorials that represent the fascinating people and events that shaped America.

In the spring, seventh grade traveled to Lineville, AL to immerse themselves in conditions similar to developing countries and areas affected by devastating poverty levels. SIFAT (Servants in Faith and Technology) operates a retreat campus in Lineville that helps train people interested in mission work by exposing them to the housing, sanitation, food and safety challenges they will likely face in areas where their mission work will be carried out.

In May, with hearts ready to serve, our eighth graders arrived in Chinle, AZ to live, work, play and pray with the people of the Navajo reservation. They spent seven days exploring the desert landscape, attending school and Bible study with the Navajo children, and assisting with light home repairs and deliveries of fresh fruits and vegetables. As part of their ministry work, students also spent time with residents of a local nursing home.

A visit to the Grand Canyon and a May snowfall capped off a week these students will never forget!

All grade levels spent time together at a fall retreat at the Alpine Camp in Mentone, AL, for two days of team-building, fellowship and prayer. Over the winter break, a smaller group of Upper School students visited San Juan, Puerto Rico. MBCA is working to build a lasting relationship with the residents of San Juan, making this the third year in a row they traveled to the same Methodist church where many of the families are low-income. The MBCA students ran a Vacation Bible School for the children who attend the church’s elementary school, and also cleaned and performed repairs on the school building. They served in a homeless ministry and visited residents in a nursing home. On the last day, students were treated to exploration of Puerto Rico’s beaches and natural beauty. A return trip to the same San Juan church is planned for the 2017-2018 school year, as is a trip to Liberia, Africa where students will have the opportunity to serve in an orphanage.

by the numbers

Dahlonega..........68mi GEORGIA

St. Simons Isl......332mi GEORGIA

Lineville..............109mi ALABAMA

Washington........637mi DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

Chinle.................1,630mi

0 Cell phones allowed at the SIFAT campus in Lineville, Alabama

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ARIZONA

Mentone.............101mi ALABAMA

San Juan,............1,550mi

8 Grade levels that travel as part of the curriculum and service experience that defines MBCA’s mission

PUERTO RICO

400+ Students who traveled as part of their MBCA experience

8,854 Round trip miles MBCA students traveled in 2016-2017

PRICELESS The value of the shared time together outside the classroom

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4th annual eagle classic

Golf Tournamen t

Golfers of all abilities took to the course on Monday, April 17, 2017 for the Fourth Annual Eagle Classic. The tournament, held at Indian Hills Country Club, is the largest fundraiser for the 8th grade mission trip, and this year’s event was an overwhelming success. It was a warm day full of competition and fellowship as participants not only enjoyed a great day of golf, but were also encouraged to compete for some fabulous prizes. A cash prize of $10,000 and a 2017 Infiniti SUV were two prizes available to winners of two separate hole-in-one competitions. Though neither prize was nabbed, there was one clear winner of the day: the 8th grade mission trip to Chinle, AZ!

Given the wealth of online information, it’s tempting to think going it alone with the college application process is a fine idea. But as Sarah Bates, MBCA’s College Counselor, will tell you, the process is completely unique to every student and their family. And here at MBCA, Sarah guides each Upper School student through a proprietary program, The Compass Program, to make the college application, selection and transition process as seamless as possible.

A brief rain shower at lunchtime did nothing to dampen the enthusiasm of our 65 golfers and more than 40 sponsors. Congratulations to the winners!

Mark Bucholz

Jim Callis

The Compass Program is a four-year counseling curriculum with content designed to guide our students to show exceptional character when their beliefs are challenged, to become influential leaders – like the program’s biblical namesake – not only during their tenure at MBCA but also through college and beyond.

Tom Contrucci

1st Jimmy Harris 2nd James McGehee 3rd Jon George

Taylor Schwartz Josh Kenny John Ostergard Matt Scheck Vince Kenny

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silver sponsor

many thanks

to the tournament committee members Alicia Gant, Greg Lathem, Randy McCray and Karen Sharpless, and thank you to the MBCA community for their robust support of the 4th Annual Eagle Classic. Your sponsorship helped us raise over $18,600 (gross dollars) and helped our 8th grade students experience the trip of a lifetime, serving the Navajo people and enjoying the spectacular scenery of the American southwest.

Benich Dental

The four main components of the Compass Program are: • Academic Development • College Planning • Career Development • Personal Development In 9th grade, students are guided through the adjustment into high school and taught the importance of how their high school experience will translate to their college application process.

In 10th grade, each student completes a YouScience aptitude assessment.

“The assessment really helps them figure out an answer to the question, ‘How did God wire me?’” said Ms. Bates. “Our intent is they will go to college and not face switching schools or switching their majors a dozen times.”

hole in one sponsor

bronze sponsors

CollegeCounseling

hole sponsors The Mill Kitchen & Bar Marlow’s Tavern James Beach House Structure Group Todd Bechtel, Crim & Bassler, LLP Hummel Landscaping Domino’s Pizza Vann Whipple Milligan, P.C. Dr. Daniels Frontdoor Communities Judson Hill

Kurt for Congress Slope’s BBQ Haven the Dog Spot Kay for Senate Llop for Congress Bob Ott Jim Brand BB&T Bank Johnston Orthodontics Chick-fil-A, Woodlawn Square Karen Sharpless Lexi’s Game

in kind donations Goldbergs Bagel Company & Deli, East Cobb Egg Harbor, East Cobb

By the 11th grade, students are ready to consider career possibilities and dive deep into the college search. Every student and their parents attend personal conferences with Ms. Bates and the process begins, including an approach to the financial piece of college.

“We speak carefully to the students about not taking on an inordinate amount of debt that they can’t get out from under,” said Ms. Bates.

“We teach them what the implications of such debt are if they choose to incur it.” The price of college can appear overwhelming, but MBCA uses a program called Naviance to further assist getting the right students in front of the right colleges at the right price. Although the navigation process can be daunting, there are thousands of scholarship opportunities available to students. “We stress to our students that a bunch of small scholarships can potentially add up to cover almost an entire semester or more,” said Ms. Bates. “We also focus on the HOPE scholarship and the significance of their GPA when considering HOPE.”

By Christmas, early-action and early-decision notifications begin trickling into mailboxes. “We’re very enthusiastic,” said Ms. Bates. “It’s a long journey but it is so special to see these students make their own futures.”

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“ Rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.” Colossians 2:7

Friends,

The McGehee Family

Rooted. Faith. Thankfulness. Those three words, in this verse, stand out to me. I don’t know about you, but when I look at the world around me, I worry we’re getting lost. We, and our children especially, get carried away in the ways of the world instead of God’s word. If I’m being honest, I wasn’t ready for summer to end. I didn’t want to let go of my time, my influence, or my snuggles with my kids. But then I remembered where I get to send them. MBCA is a place where my standards, my faith and my love are reinforced daily.

Mt. Bethel isn’t just a school; it’s an extension of us. Yes, our kids are receiving a stellar education, but it’s more than that. It’s a safe, Christ-centered home to the precious hearts and minds of tomorrow. This is a place where our kids are ROOTED firmly and lovingly in their FAITH so they can conquer whatever lies ahead. When I see our students marching around campus with their friends and their backpacks, I see a little army of believers who are being strengthened in all the right ways. These are the people who will change the world. They will be the light we desperately need in a sometimes dark world.

My THANKFULNESS for MBCA as a mom is immeasurable. My THANKFULNESS to you, my friends, my fellow parents, my peers, my donors is boundless and unrelenting. Without you, your continued support, your generosity with your time, your money, and your prayers; MBCA would be so much dimmer. You are the light.

You are the example of selflessness and sacrifice from which our children learn.

Thank you MBCA family. Thank you for all the ways, each and every day, you choose to lift up MBCA. Each time you choose MBCA with your time, your money and your prayers, I believe you are strengthening God’s Kingdom.

That is no small thing. That is everything. And for that, I am sincerely and fiercely appreciative. Don’t be alarmed if I hug you without warning. I’m a hugger. Especially when I’m overwhelmed with gratefulness.

Parent Council

Members of the Parent Council Board are elected from the school community and, for the most part, serve one year terms. Nominations are solicited in the spring of each year with the new Board being seated on April 1.

The Parent Council works to support the Academy in many ways.

• Promoting unity, cooperation, and involvement within the Mt. Bethel family and supporting the work the Academy does for its students.

• Fostering open and accurate communication between parents and the school.

• Organizing social and fundraising events that enrich our children’s experiences beyond the operating budget.

The MBCA Parent Council gives a voice to Academy parents while taking charge of so many of the events that help make the MBCA community such an active and nurturing place. To name just a few of the 2016-2017 Parent Council Board’s efforts: The Back To School Bash, The East Cobber Parade, Staff Breakfasts, Open Houses, Room Mom Coordination, Muffins With Mom, Donuts With Dad, The Spring Fling & Auction, Teacher Appreciation Events, Thanksgiving Feast, Middle School Dance and Middle School Christmas Party, Upper School Prom, Field Day T-Shirts and Volunteers, and Summer Grade-Level Playdates.

Thank You, Parent Council, for your devotion to the MBCA Community!

Blessings, Sharon McGehee Director of Development and MBCA Parent

2016 – 2017 annual fund leadership

Kelly and Michael Petroff, Chairs

Because a united team of parents and faculty, who understand servant leadership, is the number one ingredient for success, we owe a debt of gratitude to the volunteers who shepherd our Academy faculty, staff and families through the Annual Fund campaign each year. In so many ways, this allows MBCA to enhance the resource base that serves our students. Thank you to the individuals listed below for the countless hours of work they put into the 2016-2017 Annual Fund at the classroom and grade levels.

Kelye Avitabile Elizabeth Bond Candace Brasfield Amy Brown Meredith Burba Sheilah Cary Courtney Cofield Lori DeCamp Denise Dickerson Susan Duncan Claudia Floyd Betty Garrot Sarah Haas Mary Herrmann Dee Johnson

Diane Boswell, Faculty Chair

Pam Johnston Nicki Lott Jennifer Mallon Rory Mannino Jeanne McDaniel Catherine Milam Jenny Miller Kathy Mobley Kluesner Cristin Odom Paige Parsons Sara Prevost Tiffany Schwartz Stephanie Slavin Missy Sparrow

Charlotte Springthorpe Stephanie Stefan Paige Stoller Kim Turner Ragan Weeks Sheila Weitnauer Marie White Mistye Wilson

2016 - 2017 parent council board Carter Deaderick President Courtney Cofield Vice President Heather Rendle Secretary

Paige Stoller Treasurer Esther Thompson Lower School Representative Alicia C. Gant Middle School Representative Karen Lamb Upper School Representative Rory Mannino Sarah Calvert Ragan Weeks Hospitality, Main Campus Elizabeth Bond Hospitality, North Campus Meg Geshay Family Care PJ Price Past President Pam Johnston and Nicki Lott Ways and Means Cristin Odom Past Ways and Means Shelly Slimp Chair Elect Ways and Means

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Greetings, Mt. Bethel Family,

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I may be the relative new guy on the block, but I have to tell you, it doesn’t take long to appreciate that Mt. Bethel Christian Academy is a tremendous asset to our church and community.

As a minister, I look at what goes on at the Academy, and I’m greatly encouraged. The students are not only pursuing academic excellence, but they are scholars of the Bible as well. The faculty and staff are Godly men and women, diligently leading by example and weaving Christian principles throughout their teaching. There are foreign student sponsorship programs, local service projects, and mission trips, all following the example of Jesus Christ and His commands that we love and serve one another. It’s impossible to look objectively at the Academy’s impact without recognizing the amazing work it’s doing to grow the Kingdom of God. As a parent to three Academy students, though, I am blown away on a weekly basis. I see the work my children are doing, I hear what they’re learning, and I witness the effects of their time at Mt. Bethel Christian Academy. They are growing in their faith, maturity, compassion, and individuality. I’m sure that my fellow Academy parents would agree that when we send our kids to school each day, we do so with the confidence that our children are not only being taught – they are being valued.

I know that the fall semester is well under way, and the students, faculty, and staff are settled into the small daily routines of school life, but I just want to encourage you all and remind you of the big picture that God has in store for us. I see the Kingdom impact you’ve made already, and I’m excited to witness what’s next for us as we experience the 2017-2018 school year together.

Jody Ray Senior Pastor

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The Ray Family

The benefits of school equestrian teams are numerous.

It is a team-building environment that creates great friendships and teaches the riders how to juggle hard, physical work, mental preparation, plus care and maintenance of the animals. But most of all, it’s fun!

The members of the inaugural MBCA Equestrian Team have many reasons to ride tall in the saddle.

The MBCA team competed as a member of the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA). With six Middle and Upper School girls of varying horsemanship backgrounds on the roster, the team went on to complete a successful first season last fall and winter. In December, MBCA co-hosted a show at Foxcroft Farm in Milton with Lassiter High School.

It is an IEA requirement that each school hosts one show each season. The MBCA show featured more than ten teams with some riders traveling from as far away as Florida.

The IEA operates in a way that makes equine sports accessible to a wide range of interested students. None of the riders supply their own horses or tack. Instead, the host team arranges for the horses and equipment.

Since the horse is new to the rider, the scores are based upon horsemanship and equitation. All disciplines offer a variety of ability levels from beginner through advanced. The IEA has set guidelines for the placement of new riders entering the IEA to allow for the unique program format of riding an unfamiliar horse.

Equine sports are growing in popularity across the United States. IEA is comprised now of more than 13,000 members in 42 states. There are potential college scholarship opportunities for the most committed riders, but riders at every level stand to benefit from the knowledge and relationships that develop in the barn and on the horse. Congratulations to the 2016-2017 MBCA Equestrian Team!

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2016 – 2017 annual fund GOAL........................$400,000 RAISED......................$447,000 PARTICIPATION........99%

Profit is not our Motive; Mission is our Motive 74¢

Board of Trustees *Parents *Faculty & Staff

Annual Fund gifts are a taxdeductible way to bridge the gap between what tuition covers and the actual cost incurred to provide a truly exceptional, Christ-centered, college preparatory education. Gifts to the Annual Fund are unrestricted and are a critical component of the Academy’s operating budget.

MBCA makes every effort to remain affordable and accessible to the widest possible cross section of families.

Only together we, the MBCA family, can further the mission and strengthen the future of the Academy. Thank you for your support of the 2016-2017 Annual Fund.

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74¢ of every dollar goes directly to our people. The bulk of the Academy’s

budget provides faculty, staff, teachers and coaches with salaries, benefits, and professional development.

9¢ keeps our facilities safe and beautiful, and provides for the maintenance and operations of our phones, lights, gas and water.

8¢ covers auxiliary expenses such as: lunch, clinic, buses, ASP care and supplies.

6¢ supports our Academics and Athletics programs. This includes: curriculum, equipment, field trips, library, band, chorus, art, technology and student government.

3¢ is absorbed for administrative fees and costs such as legal expenses, credit card processing, audits and accounting.

7% Annual Fund

ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET

93% Tuition & Fees

what ’s the difference Ten percent of the Annual Fund is set aside in the Academy’s endowment. An endowment helps secure the long-term financial health of the school and is quite literally “the gift that keeps on giving.” Using the biblical principle of tithing, we set aside 10% of our annual giving proceeds to ensure God’s blessing on our school for generations to come. As a young school, our endowment is small. With regular care and investment, the endowment fund will one day generate earnings to fund financial aid and other commitments while also serving as a hedge of protection against fluctuations in the economy and environment.

By thoughtful and intentional design, the Academy’s annual operating budget is funded only 93% by tuition and fees. The remaining necessary dollars come from YOU. Tax-deductible contributions to the Annual Fund allow MBCA to fill in the 7% gap in the budget while pricing tuition at a rate that is accessible for a greater number of families. Without a successful Annual Fund, MBCA will face tuition increases and programming cuts that will affect current and future students and families.

ENDOWMENT

Lasting Security investment foundation for the future

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Stability During Times of Recession Needs to Increase with Growth of School

ANNUAL FUND accessible expenses not covered by student tuition

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Small Gifts Making Large Impacts

Immediate Needs

Thank You In 2016-2017, Mt. Bethel Christian Academy once again partnered with Georgia GOAL, a Student Scholarship Organization (SSO) created through the Georgia Private School Tax Credit Program. By allowing Georgia taxpayers to redirect a portion of their state income tax to MBCA, GOAL provides critical funding for qualified students in need of tuition assistance. The GOAL program furthers MBCA’s ability to fulfill its Christian mission.

The Academy is so grateful to the participating individuals listed below for bringing $127,859 in scholarship money to MBCA. Financial aid continues to be of great importance to us, as 16 percent of MBCA students receive tuition assistance. Thank you for helping us provide an exceptional, Christ-centered education to these deserving students in need.

Anonymous (2) Beth and Larry Armstrong Mandy and Kenneth Basille Lisa and Kenneth Bass Lucy and Charles Beacham Melissa and Clinton Bean Rebecca and Thomas Bechtel Amy and Christopher Bichsel Margaret Ann and Joseph Bond Candace and Robert Brasfield Angela and James Brim Cheryl and G. Owen Brown Meridith and Scott Burba Alison and Charles Carlin Sheilah and John Cary Sheila and Richard Clarke Kathleen and Edward Cochran Susan and James Cochran Jordan and Stephen Connelly Genia and William Crane Anne and John Dickson Lori and David Dierker Susan and Brad Duncan Janice and Charles Edwards Jeanne and John Flack Karen and David Fortune Alicia and John Gant Margaret and Thomas Geshay

Tamara and William Gilbert Gail and Joseph Godfrey Margaret and Thomas Grose Jacquelyn and Andrew Grasty Allyson and Michael Greene Rosemarie and Paul Handy Ellen and Scott Harward Gayle and Jerry Headrick Lillian Heavner Karen and Alan Heinz Lendy and Belton Holder Sherri and Belton Holder Dawn and Robert Holder Josephine and Clark Hutchinson Tami and James Kellogg Kelley and Paul Krohnert Pamela and Joel Lackey Jennifer Lemming Carrie and Walter Lemming Margaret and William Mastbrook Diane and Robert McDaniel Christine and Robert Meara Jeffrey Michael Allison and Ronald Milligan Catherine and Patrick Mitchell Kathy Murdock Sloane and Michael Murray Paula and Karl Nelson

Heather and Sloan Oliver Nancy and Michael Ostergard Patricia and Montie Pace Michael Palicia Kathy and Timothy Pollard Susan and Daniel Prout Karla and Rick Radtke Susan and Kevin Reilly Pamela Ritchie Michele and James Rosich AnneMarie and Brian Scully Debra and Joseph Stansell Catherine and Roland Stebbins Paige and Jerrod Stoller Amy and Robert Stone Beth and Scott Taulbee Barbara and David VanderBroek Brenda and Charles Vice Gina and Christopher Vicknair Shannon and Carlton Walstad Sheila and Brent Weitnauer Mistye and Heath Wilson Judy Winchell Stacy and Michael Womack Christopher Wood Yonnie Wooddall Murray Karan and Ronald Zielke

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON GEORGIA GOAL, please contact Alison Stephens in the Development Office or visit goalscholarship.org

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In March, MBCA parents, faculty and staff joined together at the Pavillion at Olde Towne in east Cobb for the 17th Annual Spring Fling and Auction.

The Spring Fling and Auction is the school’s largest fundraising event of the year and it significantly impacts the day-to-day activities of the students. The $67,000 raised from the 2017 auction funded two really exciting additions to MBCA for the 2017-2018 school year: a “Think Tank” class to provide STEM instruction and learning opportunities to our JK – Fifth grade students, and equipment for our very own MBCA marching band drum line, sure to bring extra pep, spirit and support for our Eagles.

A wide variety of items were available for bidding, some of which are truly priceless. A sampling includes:

Dear Parents,

• Head of School, Lower School, Middle School & Upper School Principal for the Day • VIP Academy Parking Spot • Fine dining experiences • An invitation to the Christmas tree lighting at the Governor’s Mansion The Petroff Family

We would like to thank you for your enthusiastic support of the 2016-2017 Annual Fund Campaign. We were honored to help lead MBCA in its efforts to raise funds for our incredible school. The most fulfilling part of our role was getting to know more families and witnessing the overwhelming love and dedication you have for MBCA. There are many ways in which to support and encourage growth and development at our school, such as volunteering time in the classroom, supporting MBCA in prayer and, of course, donating, which makes the most immediate impact allowing our children a high quality, Christ-centered education. We are so grateful for your involvement and your commitment to our very special school!

We feel beyond blessed that our children are able to learn and grow in an academic setting where Christ is front and center in the curriculum as well as on the athletic fields. MBCA is equipping our children with the tools necessary to go out into the world and show others how to be God’s light. We share a very special opportunity to educate our children at MBCA and it is wonderful to know so many are continuing the rich tradition of giving.

Our school community is a unique one and it is only that way because of generous and supportive families like yours. Thank you for helping to make Mt. Bethel Christian Academy what it is today and thank you for your generous efforts in helping our community grow stronger and more united in Christ.

Many blessings to you and yours,

• Tropical vacations • Teacher outings • MBCA Sports experiences • 2017-2018 Tuition “Freeze” • Camps • Fine art • Jewelry • So much more!

Once again, the Wine Pull, featuring more than 100 bottles of high-end wines, sold out in minutes. And the winner of “Heads or Tails” on the dance floor was presented with a Yeti Hopper Two 30 cooler. Congratulations to Doug Turner!

Thank you to the families who supported MBCA by coming out for a great time, and also to the 124 participants who bid online from home.

Extra special thanks to: business sponsor

soaring eagle sponsor

wesley sponsor community sponsors

parent council ways & means officers Pam Johnston & Nikki Lott Chairs Cristin Odom Past Ways & Means

Kelly and Michael Petroff

Shelly Slimp Chair Elect Ways & Means

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Dear Mt. Bethel Family, Recently, I have observed many students from our first MBCA kindergarten class beginning their careers and some beginning their own families. In my excitement for these young adults, I am reminded of the significance of our ministry at Mt. Bethel Christian Academy. As teachers we take seriously the academic and spiritual influences God has given us to impact the hearts and minds of future adults. To see the dividends of investments made early in a child’s life is not only rewarding, but motivating. It moves me to continue pouring my heart into each child that enters our school.

As the 2016-2017 faculty representative, I was thrilled to encourage faculty and staff to support our school by giving to the Annual Fund.

Knowing their level of commitment to God and to the students of Mt. Bethel, I felt confident that my task would not be difficult. When people value others and believe in their ministry, they are moved to action. Our teachers and staff are moved to action on a daily basis from staying late to prepare lessons, to going on mission trips with students, to cheering on students in their extra-curricular activities, to spending time in prayer for the students, we believe in Mt. Bethel Christian Academy.

When we reached our deadline, it was 100% obvious that our faculty and staff are 100% behind the ministry of MBCA by their 100% participation in the 20162017 Annual Fund. When it comes to our school, we are all in! What a privilege to work alongside godly men and women who take to heart their calling to impact children through Christian education.

Blessings,

Giving Lev els

Giving levels at Mt. Bethel Christian Academy are calculated annually (July 1 through June 30) based on annual fund gifts to the Academy.

Donors are recognized annually on our Honor Roll of Donors in the appropriate giving level. Corporate matching gifts are encouraged and will count toward giving levels.

eagle club

($1 – 499)

Recognizing the Academy mascot, a symbol of strength, courage, wisdom and spirituality.

blue

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gold guild

($500 – 999)

A tribute to the Academy’s official colors, so chosen because the brightness of gold symbolizes the presence of God, and blue, the color of royalty, welcomes the coming of a King.

academy guild

($1,000 – 2,499)

Honoring the Academy families, faculty, staff and Board members who have supported MBCA both prayerfully and financially from the very beginning.

excellence guild

($2,500 – 4,999)

Recognizing the Academy’s belief that the Bible instructs us to do all things with excellence and purpose.

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society

($5,000 – 9,999)

Honoring the brave students and their families who faithfully embraced the Academy’s mission and enrolled as its first Kindergarten class in August 1998.

wesley society

($10,000 – 14,999)

Named for John Wesley, founder of Methodism, in recognition our relationship with Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church.

Diane Boswell 6th Grade History

founder’s circle

($15,000 – 24,999)

Recognizing those whose generosity, leadership, faith and vision created for this community an opportunity for students to grow and learn in the knowledge of Jesus Christ.

headmaster’s circle

($25,000+)

Recognizing the dedication of the Heads of School who have fearlessly guided MBCA since 1998.

Many corporations offer matching gift programs that match a portion or the full amount of a gift made to Mt. Bethel Christian Academy by their employees, employee’s spouses and retirees. You can expand the impact of your gift by applying for matching funds through your employer. Please contact Alison Stephens in the Development Office with any questions about securing a matching gift for MBCA, or visit the Matching Gifts section of our website at mtbethelchristian.org/support Thank you to the following companies who furthered the power of gifts made to the 2016-2017 Annual Fund.

Our Corporate and Matching Gift Partners ADP, Inc. Bank of America Coca-Cola Delta Airlines Foundation GE Foundation Goldman Sachs The Home Depot Foundation Illinois Tool Works Insperity Jackson Healthcare Microsoft Parker School Uniforms Prudential Financial Sanofi Foundation for North America Southstar Energy Services Symantec Time Warner Employee Matching Turner Broadcasting, Inc. United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta Wells Fargo Foundation

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The Honor Roll of Donors recognizes the individuals who strengthen Mt. Bethel Christian Academy through their philanthropy and belief in our mission. Every morning, thanks to the donors listed here, our students step into a place filled with promise and possibility. Annual Fund dollars provide the critical, unrestricted funds that afford MBCA the opportunity to do more for our students. Gifts of all sizes are celebrated and appreciated.

headmaster’s circle Anonymous (2) Pamela and Joel Lackey

founder’s circle The David Luke Family

wesley society

Anonymous Diane and Timothy Crow Pam and Darren DeVore Nancy and Michael Ostergard Shawna and Roger Patterson 1998 society Anonymous Mandy and Kenneth Basille Lucy and Charles Beacham Amy and David Brown Amber and Matthew Carey Lori and David Dierker Sherri and Belton Holder Deborah and David Kimery Sherry and Richard Morgan P.J. and Kevin Price Susan and Thomas Reilly Kathryn and Bradley Rush Paige and Jerrod Stoller Ragan and James Weeks

excellence guild

Anonymous Alison and Charles Carlin Elizabeth and David Clifton Cynthia and Thomas Contrucci Susan and Brad Duncan Daniel Ethridge Jeanne and John Flack Gail and Joseph Godfrey Andreia and Christopher Guilmet Sarah and Keith Haas Cathleen and Mark Hunt Melissa and Dan Komitor Kim and Daniel MacColl Cristin and Joseph Odom Kelly and Michael Petroff Sara and Kevin Prevost Sheri and Jim Reed Michele and John Reiboldt Shelly and Robert Slimp Jerry and Julie Sorrels Kim and Blake Turner

academy guild

Anonymous (5) Kelye and Gregory Avitabile Lisa and William Beine Kriya and Beau Benich Elizabeth and Cory Bennett

Staci and Brook Bolton Allison and Robb Borden Kristi and Cal Boyd Dana and Hank Bradford Candace and Robert Brasfield Angel and James Brim Lori and William Brown Jennifer and Jeffrey Buck Margaret and Robert Bugbee Joann and Jim Callis Kay and Jack Cantrell Joanna and Jerry Chang Lori and Jim Cheney Amy and Stephen Clements Denise and M. Lee Dickerson Lauren and Mark Ferris Andrea and John Fugard Carolyn and Darren Gandy Alicia and John Gant Lori and Armando Garcia Barbara and David Garrett Amy and Zachary Gatch Margaret and Thomas Geshay Karen and Alan Heinz Luanne and Dean Johnson Dee and Gavin Johnson Pam and David Johnston Beverly and Roger Kaiser Young-Ah and Richard Kim Amanda and Bruce Kirk Jo and Richard Lackey Lisa and Kenneth Lako Jennifer and Peter Limeri Julie and Shawl Lobree Vivian and William Lovett Patricia and William Lovett Jennifer and Tim Mallon Rory and Salvatore Mannino Sharon and James McGehee Sarah and Chris McKee Mary and Ken McWhorter† Sharon and James Milam Kiran and Robert Montague Sloane and Michael Murray Susan and Carter Noland Paige and Rustin Parsons Lisa and John Prunkl Shelley and Jody Ray Kay and Max Reiboldt Heather and Matthew Rendle Paula and Earl Rice Jennifer and Christopher Risey Kristen and Scott Rogers Cathy and Todd Roseberry Dianne and Robert Ross The Rowley Family Sally and Matt Salomonson Kimberly and Brian Seaborn Stephanie and Andrew Slavin Fang Liu and Yang Song

Judith and Randolph Sparks Stephanie and Jake Stefan Jennifer and Jonathan Sterling John Tarter Julie and Douglas Turner Dawn and Marc Vinson Jasmine and Andre Weathers Marie and Gerard White Emily and Jack Williams Pam and James Williams

blue & gold guild

Anonymous (9) Casey and Carlos Alarcon Darlene and Andy Anderson Nicole and James Arnold Martha and Bill Bechtel Melanie and Sean Beck Megan and John Becker Maria and Rick Bell Susan and Vince Birley Elizabeth and Travis Bond Pascale and Ebon Bourne Jennifer and Bill Bridges Stephanie and Spencer Brubaker Laura and Stanley Brubaker Karen and R. Carl Cain Yvette and Anthony Calobrisi Sarah and Victor Calvert Sheilah and John Cary Natalie and William Chappelle Robin and John Chiang Courtney and Chet Cofield Jordan and Stephen Connelly Elizabeth and Paul Cook Cynthia and Sam DeKinder Rebecca and John DeYarman Jill and Shannon Drake Karen and Doug Dye Samantha and Chris Faklaris Gigi and Richard John Fischer Ellen and Christopher Foster Nancy and Daniel Freeman Pattie and Joseph T. Frierson Andria and John Garbis Elizabeth and L. Crain Garrot Caroline and Jan Geluk Patricia and Arthur Gibson Beth and Kenneth Gilliland Jackie and Andrew Grasty Renee and Dan Grogan Kimberly and J Moore Hallmark Sherry and Gary Hensley Vera and Mark Henson Amy and Mark Horton Caroline and Evan Howell Amy and John Jacobs Kelley and Paul Krohnert Cindy and David Kruger

Robin and Dave LaSure Carrie and Walter Lemming Teal Lingenfelser Melinda and David Mason Margaret and William Mastbrook Melissa and David McBride Mary and James McCollough Jeanne and Glenn McDaniel Annette and Tom McIntosh Christi and Robert Meara Diane and Randy Mickler Leigh and Carroll Mullis Christine and Jerome Murphy Anne and Matthew Njaa Lani Owens Julie and Don Parkerson Atusha and Nilesh Patel Randy and Carrie Patterson Dene and Jason Peak Coti Perez-Espinoza Sheila and Jeff Petersen Kathy and Timothy Pollard Cecil Pruitt Kelley and David Pugmire Kelley and Shane Reis Judy and Frank Riggle Kelly and Matthew Rothwell Joy and David Savula Robert Schilling Kellie and Erik Schonberg Kelly and John Shafer Terri and Lane Sims Julie and Marvin Smith Charlotte and Paul Springthorpe Debra and Bryan Stansell Kevin Sullivan Deanne and Steven Swanson Esther and Jordan Thompson Paige and George Valentine Leta and Tom Virant Kernan Webb Helen and Hugh Wells Karen and Marvin Whaley Carla and Chad Williams Julie Wood Kara and Scott Yates

eagle club

Anonymous (44) Sandy and David Adamson Omolola and Abiodun Adegoke Banu and Engin Akkan Clare and Gene Allen Karen Allsteadt Michelle Alvey Denise and Jim Azar Leslie and Wyatt Ball Patricia and Chip Barber Stacy Nelson-Barker & William Barker Stacy Baron Ricki and John Barry Deborah Bartlett Sherra and Henry Barton Jason and Sarah Bates Josephine and John Beall Becky and Todd Bechtel Mary Ellen and John Becker Celise and Roderick Bell Fabiola and Douglas Benner Elaine and William Bennett Elise and Brian Bernhardt Sally and Robert Berto Cassandra and Richard Besselink Marie and Allan Black Diane and Dan Boswell Elizabeth and Andrew Bou

Shanna and Tracy Bracken Amanda and Gregory Brennan Mabel and Barnard Bridges Patricia and Robert Briggs Libby and David Britt Myra and Gary Brock Courtney and Zachary Brock Brandie and Daryl Brooks Ingrid and Gwynne Brunt Erin and John Burkhalter Kristin and Ken Burrows Tara and Fernando Calvo Rosalee and Ken Campbell Bette and Paul Cardell Mary Carlin Lynn and Charles Carter Becky and Tommy Carter Erica and Shon Casey Theodore and Carolyn Caswell Joan and John Childs Heather and Tommy Cho Laura Lynn and George Church Suzy and James Cierzniak Mari and George Cleveland Jennie and Cecil Clifton Jennifer and Jason Collier Amy and Michael Collins Jan Conklin Terry and Allan Connell Kristie and Mark Contestabile June and Tony Cordell Amy and Jeffrey Corrigan Deanna and Dan Corso Elizabeth and Matthew Coutu Melanie and Bart Crowe Virginia and Mark Cummings Carolyn and Michael Curasi Laura and Chris Czohara Greg and Angie Davenport Faye and Charles Davenport Judy and Ed Davis Linda and Roger de Don Carter and Michael Deaderick Leslie and Michael Dean Jennifer and Wesley Denny Marianne and Chuck Detling Anita DeWitt Martha DeYarman Anne Dixon Sherry Dorsey Karina and Tim Dougherty Neeahtima and L. Craig Dowdy Karen and John Duncan John DuVal Vivian Ebhogiaye Jennifer and Donald Edwards Judy and Bill Eiselstein Nicole and Edmund Eliason Erin and Jason Essary Teresa and Phill Essary Barbara and Gene Ethridge Jennifer Ethridge Kristi and Brendan Ferrick Wynne and Dan FitzPatrick Janice and Archibald Fortune Jennifer and Steele Fortune Clarel and Richard Fowler Jean and Adrien Freeman Laura and Jim Freeman Cheryl Fuller Valerie and Edward Gadrix Kathleen and Mark Gamis Christine and Chip Gandy Alice and Larry Gantt Kathy and John Gatch Susan and Dean Gendron

Jon and Cindy George Judy and Frank Gerken Caroline and Jonathan Godbey Laura and Randy Gosnell Cathy and Scott Grant Karen and Patrick Greaber Melissa and Greg Greene Mary Greene Allyson and Michael Greene Lynda and Johnny Gresham Margaret and Robert Griffin Kathleen Ralph & David Grimland Erin and Matthew Grose Maureen and Jay Gucky Boyd and Jenni Guy Ann and William Hains Lamar Hale Mary and Greg Hall Kelley and Phillip Hamilton Julie and William Hampton Rosemarie and Paul Handy Mikaela and Timothy Handy Toddie and Hensell Harris Erin and William Harvin Ellen and Scott Harward Elizabeth & Wayne Hauenstein Sherry and Rodney Haworth Jenny Haynes Lester Heavner Paige Herold Mary and Michael Herrmann Kristen and Bryan Hill Heather Hills Wanda and Jim Hills Bonnie Holler Elizabeth and Jeff Horner Peggy Horrell Tracy Hoskins Tara and Kevin Houston Meredith and Greg Howard Joan and Larry Huelsman Molly and Richard Hughes Patti and Ron Humphrey Kelly and Clint Hunter Christin and Joe Hutchinson EB and Matt Jackson Evelyn and Kevin Jacobs Billie and Tom Jayroe Jared and Sara Jodon Lynn and William Johns Gini and Brad Johnson Karen and Clifford Jones Trent Jones Summer and Clifford Kazmarek Zeynep and Kenny Kelani Betty Kellogg Lisa and Glenn Kelly Ji Hee and Andrew Kim Mindy and Lex Kim Clara and Paul Kim Erica and Andrew Kirk Kiesa and Larry Knotts Bob and Pat Kraft Andrew Laird Karen and Paul Lamb Sherry and Scott Lambert Lori and Greg Lathem Carol and Jim Lathem Angela and Daniel Leccese Debra and Scott Leerssen Adrienne and Bob Leslie Michelle and Craig Lewis Nicole and Thomas Lewis Julie and Jeffrey Linde Agustina Tanutama & Vantono Lo Mary and Carl LoPresti

Sue and Bill Lott Erica and Patrick Lynch Melissa Lynn Ann and James Malcom Lee and Thom Mallon Sue and Townsell Marshall Diane and Richard Massey Brooke and Sean Matthews David and Jill Mayer Lisa and Scott McCrary Elise Kramer Diane McGehee & Jim McGehee Michele and Bob McGinnis Cameron & Michael McIntosh Marcia and Charles McLarty Dina and Robert McMichael Nancy and Stephen Meyerowitz Susan and Rob Mickler Catherine and Rob Milam Jenny and Rich Miller Allison and Ronald Milligan Kathy Mobley Deana and Brian Moehler Kathryn and Ryan Monette Tatiana and Jason Moody Dana and Travis Moore Shawn and Reginal Moss Carmen Mostajo Cynthia and William Moultrie Donna Najafi Beth and Dan Neumann Ebony and Antonio Nichols Megan and Randy Nicholson Karina and Lars Nielsen Shirley and John Oatis Christine and Shane O’Connor Jan and Philip Odom Elizabeth and Kevin O’Donnell Morolake & Ademola Ogundele Isioma & Chukwuka Okwumabua Stacey and Eddie Ostervold Judy and Robert Ott Gema and David Franklin Owen Stacie and Luis Pacheco Melissa and Josh Packman Michael Palicia Deb and Brett Papenhagen Julia Eun Chung & Sung Park Judy and Kirk Pearce Nicole and Joe Pearson Lindsay and Lawrence Pede Sylvia and Robert Perkins Kathryn and Todd Perkins Alice and John Philip Katie and Andrew Phillips Jean and Roy Phillips Holly and John Pilger William and Karen Poe Kristen and Drew Posey Jean and Terry Poulsen Susan and Daniel Prout Suzanne and Matthew Quinlan Anna and Miguel Quintero Karla and Rick Radtke Caroline Rault Carol and Harold Reeve Alexandra and Michael Rhea Pamela and Derek Ritchie Mary Ann & Wayne Robinson Tracy and Lawrence Rodrigues Susan and Thomas Rogers Christina and Carsten Rosendahl Laura and Bill Rosich Michele and James Rosich Lisa and Darren Ross

Jakathryn Ross Judy and Jeff Rothwell Erica and Chad Ruff Margaret and Patrick Ryan Lisa and David Sauls Leslie and Cindy Saunders Kitty and Alfred Sauve Shannon Schilling Samantha Schoenfeld Julie and James Sculac AnneMarie and Brian Scully Lynne and Alan Segars Kathleen and Jack Sentell Joyce and Jack Sentell Shannon and Doris Servaes Susan and Paul Severin Smriti Sahore and Rajesh Sharma Chelsea and Bruce Shaver Carolina and Bryan Shaw Roberta and Robert Sherk Nina and Brandon Shields Michelle and Greg Shlapak Tylan Shultz Lee and Richard Siebert Luda and Paulo Silva William Silverio Nylsa Smallwood Allyson and Shannon Smallwood Keith and Pat Smithberger Lizabeth Sparks Missy and Chuck Sparrow Dara and Joseph Springfield LaKimberly and Al Squire Vickie and Don Stacks Jane and Donald Stafford Kenneth and Kathy Stamm Alison and Brian Stephens Eileen and J. Cameron Stewart Al and Linda Surfus Linda Thomason Raegan and David Thorp Ken Torbett Kimberlee Dye and Mark Trzeciak Elizabeth and Albert Turner Clare Tyers Maria Valdo Rachel and Joel Vanderpol Smitha Kurian & Roshan Vengazhiyil Julia and Juan Villarreal Anna and Gregg Waigand Mariane and Rev. Brister Ware Angela and James Watterson Jodi and Mark Wazevich Sheila and Brent Weitnauer Anna Welch Elena and Jeff Wesley Tiffany and Jason West June and Darrell Wexler Ashley and Homer Wheeler Dawn and Cary Wiley Leslie and Ben Williams Joan and Rodger Williams Stephanie and Scott Williams Ellonia and Delroy Willis William and Heather Wise Emily and Charles Wright Susan and Robert Wright Margaret and Robert York Debbie and Rick Zabor Stanley and Andrea Zawko Annette and David Zerbe Karan and Ronald Zielke

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grandparent gifts Sandy & David Adamson Maddie Geshay ‘26 Nicholas Geshay ‘24 Clare & Gene Allen Virginia Miller ‘22 Deborah Bartlett William Bracken ‘28 Sherra & Henry Barton William Silverio ‘23 Josephine & John Beall James McIntosh ‘27 Leighton McIntosh ‘24 Martha & Bill Bechtel Wesley Borden ‘27 Price Borden ‘23 Mary Ellen & John R. Becker Georgia Sue Becker ‘29 Elaine & William Bennett Mary Alston Bennett ‘30 William Bennett ‘25 Mabel & Barnard Bridges Addison Bridges ‘28 Laura & Stanley Brubaker Charles Brubaker ‘23

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Myra & Gary Brock Bentleigh Brock ‘29 Ingrid & Gwynne Brunt Kathryn Taulbee ‘24 Margaret Taulbee ‘23 Linda & Ted Burba Eva Burba ‘24 Elisa Burba ‘21 Rosalee & Ken Campbell Joey Campbell ‘27 Kay & Jack Cantrell Madison Gant ‘21 Mary R. Carlin Grant Carlin ‘27 Becky & Tommy Carter Caroline Smallwood ‘23 Joan & John Childs Mathis Coutu ‘29 Suzy & James Cierzniak Caitlin Foster ‘22 Jennie & Cecil Clifton Henry Clifton ‘30 Charlotte Clifton ‘27 Jan Conklin Michael Fuller ‘20

their grandchildren Terry & Allan Connell Sean Greene ‘29 Mary Kate Greene ‘26 Faye & Charles Davenport Olivia Johnston ‘24 Emily Johnston ‘21 Linda & Roger de Don Daniel Rosich ‘27 Cynthia & Sam DeKinder Jonathon Brennan ‘28 Martha DeYarman Henry DeYarman ‘27 Anne Dixon AnneMarie Cummings ‘27 Katie Cummings ‘24 Karen & John Duncan Riley Duncan ‘23 Karen & Doug Dye Trace Trzeciak ‘27 Judy & Bill Eiselstein Bo Ozburn ‘28 MaryBlythe Ozburn ‘26 William Ozburn ‘23 Teresa & Phil Essary Harper Essary ‘29 Gene Ethridge Abigail Ethridge ‘22 Janice & Archibald Fortune Nancy Fortune ‘20 Clarel & Richard Fowler Tripp Parsons ‘27 Nancy Clare Parsons ‘25 Riley Parsons ‘23 Jean & Adrien Freeman Kara Freeman ‘19 Pattie & Terry Frierson Parker Rose Cooper ‘30 Andria & John Garbis Lily Kate Bell ‘27 Katherine & John Gatch Noah Gatch ‘27 Judy & Frank Gerken Scott Buck ‘23 Bradley Buck ‘20 Gail & Joseph Godfrey Ansley Kazmarek ‘27

Mary Greene Sean Greene ‘29 MaryKate Greene ‘26 Lynda & Johnny Gresham Jaclyn Johns ‘23 David Grimland & Kathleen Ralph Hannah Leerssen ‘24 Joshua Leerssen ‘20 Ann Hains John Bugbee ‘18 Lamar Hale Ava Slimp ‘23 Rosemarie & Paul Handy Hannah Handy ‘29 Toddie & Hensell Harris David Britt ‘20 Sherry & Rodney Haworth Joey Campbell ‘27 Lester Heavner John Ostergard ‘21 Sandra & Dwight Hefner Bentleigh Brock ‘29 Karen & Alan Heinz Kelsey Stephens ‘29 Hayes Stephens ‘27 Sherry & Gary Hensley Taylor Burton ‘22 Isaac Burton ‘20 Vera & Mark Henson Gabe McGehee ‘27 Wanda & Jim Hills Isabella Smith ‘29 Bonnie Holler Katherine Contrucci ‘23 Madison Contrucci ‘21 Peggy & Rob Horrell Walker Price ‘24 Hayes Price ‘22 Joan & Larry Huelsman Addy Bridges ‘28 Patricia & Ron Humphrey Chelsea Callis ‘24 Betty Kellogg Dory Wheeler ‘21 Patricia & Bob Kraft Andrew Petroff ‘29 Gracie Petroff ‘26 Morgan Petroff ‘24

grandparent gifts Jo & Richard Lackey Payton Lackey ‘20 Carol & James Lathem Ryan Lathem ‘23 Daniel Lathem ‘21 Mary & Carl LoPresti Kathryn Ferris ‘23 Julia Ferris ‘21 Susan & Bill Lott Boone Lott ‘24 Dillan Lott ‘21 Vivian & William Lovett Greer Lovett ‘27 Griffin Lovett ‘24 James & Ann Malcom Blake Berto ‘22 Sue & Townsell Marshall Drew Marshall ‘23 Mary & James McCollough Katie McCollough ‘20 Diane & Jim McGehee Gabe McGehee ‘27 Michelle & Bob McGinnis Sophia Corso ‘21 Nicolas Corso ‘20 Annette & Tom McIntosh James McIntosh ‘27 Leighton McIntosh ‘24 Marcia & Charles McLarty Charlie Jacobs ‘27 Mary & Ken McWhorter Mason Prevost ‘26 Parker Prevost ‘24 Diane & Randy Mickler Mason Mickler ‘27 Drew Mickler ‘23 Sharon & James Milam Thomas Milam ‘23 Beau Milam ‘20 Susan & Carter Noland Hannah Mobley ‘28 Harrison Mobley ‘26 Shirley & John Oatis Chandler Bell ‘27 Christian Bell ‘24

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Jan & Phil Odom Gianna Odom ‘28 Harrison Odom ‘27 Judy & Kirk Pearce McKenna Calvo ‘28 Sylvia & Robert Perkins Lillian Perkins ‘21 Jean & Roy Phillips Landon Hallmark ‘25 Jean & Terry Poulsen Michael Reed ‘24 Russell Prevost Mason Prevost ‘26 Parker Prevost ‘24 Carol & Harold Reeve Meghan Shultz ‘24 Kay & Max Reiboldt Porter Reiboldt ‘29 Hudson Reiboldt ‘27 Paula & Earl Rice Coleman Boyd ‘19 Judy & Frank Riggle Abigail Faklaris ‘25 Hannah Faklaris ‘24 Alexis Faklaris ‘22 Mary Ann & Wayne Robinson Evan Schaff ‘27 Anna Schaff ‘24 Laura & Bill Rosich Daniel Rosich ‘27 Dianne & Robert Ross Ryan Ross ‘28 Judy & Jeff Rothwell David Rothwell ‘27 Andrew Rothwell ‘24 Joyce & Jack Sentell David Rothwell ‘27 Andrew Rothwell ‘24 Roberta & Robert Sherk Samantha Detling ‘30 Grace Detling ‘26

their grandchildren Nina & Brandon Shields Braydon Bolton ‘23 Lizabeth Sparks Nathan Sparks ‘26 Vickie & Don Stacks Addison Contestabile ‘28 Cole Contestabile ‘27 Debra & Bryan Stansell Eden Stansell ‘23 Linda & Al Surfus Ava Michael ‘24 Libby Michael ‘22 John R. Tarter Lillian Rowley ‘24 Kenneth Torbett Georgia Sue Becker ‘29 Clare Tyers Lucy Rickers ‘21 Mariane & Brister Ware Sara Kate Jacobs ‘21 Kernan & Margaret Webb Anthony Webb ‘26 June & Darrell Wexler Matthew Trent ‘26 Karen & Marvin Whaley Alex Packman ‘21

Lynda & Alan White Ava Michael ‘24 Libby Michael ‘22 Joan & Rodger Williams Patrick Ryan ‘23 Pam & James Williams Ella Grace Phillips ‘29

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“ You will be enriched in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God.” 2 Corinthians 9:11

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“but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”

Isaiah 40:31 (NIV)

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