Journal

Educating for Values, Not Doctrine

Posted on April 2, 2015 by Lindsey Carnes

The Kirk School What is this anomaly?! A church school that doesn’t teach doctrine? A neighborhood mission that does not proselytize the Christian faith? How does this satisfy Jesus’ command to “Go into all the world and preach…” Are we … Continue reading →

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Not Confined to the Margins

Posted on March 31, 2015 by Kristena Morse

Presbyterian Racial Ethnic Schools and Colleges Emilio Vazquez is originally from Mexico City. He was attending a private school in his hometown and had never imagined that attending high school anywhere other than Mexico City was an option for him. … Continue reading →

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Promoting Education for a Lifetime of Discipleship

Posted on March 30, 2015 by Laura Bryan

Financial Aid for Service I usually introduce myself by saying that I have a great job because I give away money for a living. It is an oversimplification, but I think most people know that. They smile and nod because … Continue reading →

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Paying Rent Through Service

Posted on March 26, 2015 by Sharde Chapman

Freedom Schools with the Children’s Defense Fund The Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) Freedom Schools program is a summer literacy program that mostly, but not exclusively, serves children of color in low-income communities. The program seeks to instill the love of … Continue reading →

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