FROM THE INTERIM SUPERINTENDENT
Strong and Getting Stronger Dear Friends, This fall, The Potter’s House welcomed 650 students to our 45th year of providing Christ-centered education for students, regardless of income, or ethnic background. We are strong and getting stronger with the support of people like you along with our devoted faculty and staff. This school year we are focusing on the New Testament book of James with our students. We believe James provides practical wisdom on how to live in the kingdom together, and we hope these teachings continue to cultivate our distinctive community—a community marked by universal hospitality, real relationships and communal sacrifice. I am grateful for our founder John Booy, who faithfully guided The Potter’s House from its beginning, and will continue to serve the school through The Potter’s House Foundation. Like Mr. Booy, I am deeply committed to Christcentered education and our mission: Equipping students of every heritage and income level to serve God and society to their fullest potential. As always, our work at TPH is rooted in Jesus and directed toward lasting impact. As Interim Superintendent, I’ve committed to asking these four guiding questions as I lead the school: 1. Does this honor God? 2. Does it earn trust? 3. Does it promote learning? 4. Does it make us a healthier organization? After a study tour in Israel in the summer of 2000, I often reflect on the words of Habakkuk: “The Sovereign Lord is my strength; he makes my feet like the feet of a deer, he enables me to tread on the heights.” That summer I saw first hand how the Ibex (deer - like animal) traversed the steep cliffs with agility and confidence because God created the animal’s hooves specifically for the rugged environment. I was struck by the realization that for each of us, God provides “feet for the path” everyday, too. I see His love reflected in classrooms full of curious students, in staff who pour themselves out with joy, and in the daily ways we notice how God sustains The Potter’s House and cares for every need. Thank you for standing with us and investing in the futures of the next generation. Our students are growing in faith and knowledge and our community partners make this possible through generous prayer, generous giving, and generous encouragement. Together, we celebrate what God has done and look with hope to the future, confident that He will provide “feet for the path” ahead. With gratitude, Christine Metzger Interim Superintendent The Potter’s House
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What’s Inside Newsflashes & Photos
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Search Comittee Update
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A Journey of Faith, Family, and Friendship
Edward’s Story.......................... 4
Alumni Impact
A Legacy That Lasts.................. 6
Spiritual Formation
This Is The Kingdom................. 8
Student Leadership at The Potter’s House
Serving with Courage and Conviction.......................... 8
How You Can Give Bigger
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Gifts in Honor and Memory ..................................................11
You’re Invited!
Events Coming Up..................12