Pot's Ponderings

Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.   - 2 Corinthians 9:7

Did you know that in the 2013 calendar year, Beacon Christian School issued approximately 450 donation receipts? For every family that sends their children to Beacon today, there are at least four other individuals, families, or businesses quietly giving in support of this cause.

This year a number of fundraisers have taken place in support of all that occurs at Beacon Christian. The golf tournament and Applefest were both grand successes, bringing in substantial amounts of money in support of Christian education at Beacon. Christmas urns are being created and sold and each week, a number of quiet volunteers organize the Beacon Rewards program through the sale of vouchers at various stores and services around Niagara. To support our class trips and student fund, students are now selling cheese. Later this school year, other events are being planned in support of our school.

But this week, our board and development committee invite you to participate in what is, by far, our largest fundraiser.  It may lack the glitz of some of the other fundraising events at our school, but the Beacon Covenant phone drive is essential to the operation of our school.

It is humbling, really, to work at a place where people cheerfully donate to so freely. Many people give quietly, generously and even anonymously, taking Jesus’ words to heart in the Sermon on the Mount, when Jesus says, “…do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing.” Know that all of the people who work at Beacon appreciate the sacrifice and generosity that many people make in support of our operations. More importantly, as you give to Beacon or any other worthy cause, know that “…your father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.”

Prayerfully consider how you can support Beacon Christian School in this phone drive. Know that each gift, regardless of size is appreciated and important.