Teachers can volunteer with a community ministry that holds religious meetings before or after school. In the same way, Christian teachers can be faculty advisers for an official school Christian club that is student-led. Within this context, we would ensure that the faith-informed opinions of all students are treated with respect. If you want further insight into how we can engage in faith-based activities at our campus, Teach with Faith, not Fear is a helpful resource.
As Christian teachers, we have a front-row seat to the emotional, social and spiritual struggles that our students and colleagues experience. We know the One who offers hope when life is hard. A gospel song that has been sung for years, “This Little Light of Mine,” includes a repetitive message that reminds us to allow the light of Christ within us to shine to others. When you walk onto your campus each day: pray this prayer. “Lord, please show me how I can shine your light to students and faculty today.”
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