Activities
Spiritual Formation
Overview
Weekly chapels and worship coupled with daily prayers and devotions contribute to Westminster's mission to prepare students to serve as ambassadors for Christ. Westminster's faculty, staff and administrators are fully committed to supporting students and families in their faith by providing an excellent, reformed Christian education.
John Bishop, Westminster's director of spiritual formation, oversees the development of elementary, middle and high school chapels where a wide-range of faculty and staff, students, and guests provide worship and bring age-appropriate Bible messages. Read the blog below to learn how this year's theme verse, Jeremiah 17:7, influences the weekly messages. High school students also kick-off every school year with a week-long spiritual retreat that takes place in the mountains of Jasper, Georgia known as Warrior Week. Middle school students also enjoy GR8 Escape, a three-day spiritual retreat that takes place during the first few weeks of the school year.
Elementary school chapels embody Westminster's mission of "preparing hearts." Students are encouraged to serve their communities through "noisy offerings" and hands-on advocacy. The theme verse comes to life through the book, "Wandering Through WorldWonder," chapel mascot, engaging skits, and lively worship.
John Bishop, Westminster's director of spiritual formation, oversees the development of elementary, middle and high school chapels where a wide-range of faculty and staff, students, and guests provide worship and bring age-appropriate Bible messages. Read the blog below to learn how this year's theme verse, Jeremiah 17:7, influences the weekly messages. High school students also kick-off every school year with a week-long spiritual retreat that takes place in the mountains of Jasper, Georgia known as Warrior Week. Middle school students also enjoy GR8 Escape, a three-day spiritual retreat that takes place during the first few weeks of the school year.
Elementary school chapels embody Westminster's mission of "preparing hearts." Students are encouraged to serve their communities through "noisy offerings" and hands-on advocacy. The theme verse comes to life through the book, "Wandering Through WorldWonder," chapel mascot, engaging skits, and lively worship.
John Bishop, Director of Spiritual Formation
"Westminster is committed to supporting students in their spiritual growth by engaging them in biblical teachings, walking with them through life's challenges and calling them to a higher standard of living for Christ."
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Secret Society
by John Bishop, Director of Spiritual Formation, based on this week's MS/HS ChapelA student who had recently become a Christian once asked me, “What sect of Christianity should I be?” After clarifying a bit, I realized they were asking whether they should be Baptist, Presbyterian, Lutheran, or something else.
I don’t like to answer that question too directly, because the differences between denominations can be both profound and subtle. Sometimes you might deeply connect with a set of beliefs but struggle to feel at home among the people who hold them. Practical considerations also come into play—like how far you have to travel, your musical preferences, what you’re expected to wear, or whether the people you want to go with you will feel welcome.
I clarified that Westminster Christian School is rooted in the reformed tradition (or Presbyterian Church) and gave some examples of great churches in the area they might try. But then I went on to share more generally about the Church. I pointed them to Acts 11:26: “For a whole year Barnabas
and Saul met with the church and taught great numbers of people. The disciples were called Christians first at Antioch.”
We had a conversation about being a Christian first. When Jesus calls us to Himself, we become part of the Church— with a capital “C.” This Church is not defined by a building or a brand. It’s the global family of people who have placed their faith in Jesus. It exists within and beyond every denomination, in every city, school, workplace, and nation. It’s like a hidden network of those whose hearts are set on Christ and who strive to align their lives with His will.
So, if you’re wondering where you belong, start with Jesus. Seek a church where He is honored, His Word is taught, and His people are growing in love. Denominations can be helpful, but they are not the destination. Jesus is. And when you find Him, you’ll also find your place in His Church.
Westminster Christian School, located in Palmetto Bay, Florida, is a private, college-preparatory school for children from preschool through twelfth grade.