’tis the season, friends, to be celebrating and seeking ways to support our local public schools!!! This is a win-win for local congregations as we nurture the communities entrusted to our care. Quick wins might include:
- Blessing of backpacks or lunch boxes during morning worship
- Greeting educators at school with posters & smiles on their first workday
- Sharing donated school supplies (lists are often available from schools)
- Offering school year prayer partnerships between educators and church members
- Affirming educators with celebratory yard signs
- Providing a “back to school” workday breakfast in individual bags or buffet as allowed by your area schools
- Lining middle & high school walkways with joy-filled community members to greet incoming students
As we embark on a new school year, feel welcome to share YOUR successes with Fairway District Congregations for Children Coordinator, Elaine Lilliston at: elilliston@nccumc.org or landline 919-567-9427.