Saturday, May 26th 2012 and Sunday, May 27th was a weekend to remember! Alumni
started to roll in around 3:30 and there was a steady stream of people. I was able witness a variety of reunions as more and more people arrived. After an hour of fellowship it was time for Bob Cates and his Comedy in Motion show and he did not disappoint. He was high energy, very talented, family friendly, professional and I laughed at every one of his corny jokes. We transitioned to the barbeque dinner and the food was delightful. I had a hankering for barbeque and it did not disappoint. I also had a healthy portion of two different salads and I am not a salad guy. After some more time of fellowship we moved into the gymnasium for the formal program with greetings and remarks from various speakers. Following the program we made our way outside for a fireworks display.
What a show! I could not resist giving you a bit of play by play of the evening. I would love to capture for you every sight, every mouth-watering bite, every bit of laughter, and every important word uttered. I would love to but I just do not have the space. I can tell you this. In my short time as principal this was a weekend that testified most clearly God’s goodness, love and faithfulness to this school
The fireworks were a feast for the eyes; a buffet for the senses. With each explosion we proclaimed God’s goodness to us for the past 50 years. It was a way to shout about God’s love and faithfulness from the mountain top. It was as if a herald were announcing that the Lord’s school is here so take notice. Take notice because we will continue our endeavours in God’s strength in the years to come. It was a reminder that we are called to be a light in this world. We are called to shine like stars in the universe. The sheer amount of people here were a testament to the school’s response to that call in the past and it was a blinding reminder to all of us that we must continue to cultivate the character of our students and prepare them for a life of leadership and contribution in God’s kingdom in the future.
The culminating event was the service of gratitude at Redeemer University College. It was a moving service with multiple connections to this community. It remained intentionally focused on giving God the glory. It was so good to be a part of the communion of saints in that auditorium. The message framed our efforts at this school as part of carrying out our purpose; to glorify God and enjoy Him for ever.
Look for some of the student’s reactions in the upcoming issue of the Outlook.
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