On Wednesday, we held a non-uniform day to support the Year 12 Formal Fundraiser, with the theme "Dress to Impress." We enjoyed a parade this morning, where everyone had the chance to showcase their creative costumes and outfits including some staff members! It was a great way to start to the day!
The Bible says, ‘… the people who know their God shall be strong, and carry out great exploits’ (Daniel 11:32 NKJV). This Scripture is not a licence to be arrogant and insensitive to the feelings of others, or to have an overinflated opinion of yourself. It means that when you understand God’s Word, God’s ways, and God’s will, you will be confident in who you are and in what God has called you to do.
At Staines Memorial College, the welfare of our students is a top priority. Since the introduction of the Well-being Check-in Tool in Term 3, 2023, over 8,000 responses and surveys have been completed, highlighting its importance in supporting student well-being.
Here are some photos of our Primary Assembly Character Strengths Award recipients.
Year 7 Camp was a fantastic experience! Here are some photos from their adventure.
Sometimes the people who irritate and hurt us do so because they themselves are in pain. They’re dealing with issues we don’t know about.
On Wednesday, we held our 20th Anniversary Thanksgiving Service. Thank you to our guest speakers Grahame Kerr, Norton Sands and David Coates for sharing their stories with us.
Thankful for the past, looking to the future.
Dependency is one of the defining aspect of Jesus’ relationship with His Father.
It was fantastic to celebrate our students today as they received Character Strengths Awards at our Primary Assembly, recognising their growth and commitment to living out these values.
In training Timothy for ministry, Paul says, ‘Preach the Word of God. Be prepared, whether the time is favourable or not. Patiently correct, rebuke, and encourage your people with good teaching’ (2 Timothy 4:2 NLT). Most hotels have a sign you can put on your bedroom door that says, ‘Do Not Disturb’. That sign on your door means you want to relax, sleep, or not be bothered. Hanging that sign on your hotel room door is acceptable, but putting it on your life isn’t. Have you ever noticed that God doesn’t always do things on our timetable or in ways that are convenient for us? Paul told Timothy that when it came to serving the Lord, he was called to do it ‘whether the time is favourable or not’. We need to remember that whatever God asks us to do, it’s always worth any inconvenience or difficulty we face in the process. And He will always make a way for us to accomplish His will when we are obedient to Him.
The Bible says, ‘For the sinful nature is always hostile to God. It never did obey God's laws, and it never will. That's why those who are still under the control of their sinful nature can never please God.’ (Romans 8:7-8 NLT). Notice, this ‘sinful nature’ doesn’t please God. This doesn’t mean that God doesn’t love us. What it does mean is that He is not satisfied, nor will He accept behaviour ‘still under the control of their sinful nature’. So take down your ‘Do Not Disturb’ sign and commit to walking in obedience, for it’s the pathway of blessing.
SoulFood: Matt 4:18-20 Matt 16:13-23 Matt 26:69-75 John 21:15-19
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