from the editor

BE BRIGHT! “You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. No one lights a lamp and then puts it under a basket. Instead, a lamp is placed on a stand, where it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father.” Matthew 5:14-16

I had a special moment this week. I had the opportunity to take two of our international students shopping. They both came from war-torn Ukraine. As they shared their experience so far at Phoenix Christian, I asked them about their favorite classes. They were both quick to comment that Bible was their favorite. They have a deep desire to learn and understand the scriptures and share with others. They continued to reflect on their other favorite class, U.S. History with Mr. de Laet Jr. ’10. They said that he’s an amazing storyteller, challenging, but very caring. Sasha and Anya also talked about their love for reading all sorts of genres including anatomy, psychology, and romance!

The theme of this issue is “Be Bright” and I hope you’ve encountered stories of students who are doing exactly that! Students who are shining bright in our very dark world AND students who are challenging themselves to grow intellectually, athletically, and spiritually. Sasha and Anya are two of our very talented students who are doing exactly that!

- Lisa Blake, Editor CougarNow

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Volume 19 • Winter 2022-2023

SUPERINTENDENT

EDITOR

DESIGN

PHOTOGRAPHERS

CONTRIBUTORS

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Jeff Blake

Lisa Blake

Brian Cole of Designflux

Max Prep, Les Rhynard, Sandey Tenuto

Steve Woods of PrintWoods

Claude (Bud) Allison, Stephanie Brigowatz, David Fitzgerald, Juan Gonzales, Pete Hamstra, Steve Woods