dear sister

“Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” 

Matthew 22:36

Dear Sisters,

As we and our brothers continue serving the Lord Jesus Christ in our public schools, let us remain grounded in the question asked in Matthew 22:36: “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” Jesus answered by reminding us to love the Lord our God with all our heart, soul, and mind, and to love our neighbors as ourselves. These commands are the foundation of our service, our witness, and our daily interactions — even as we approach the end of the school year.

Every hallway, classroom, office, cafeteria, and bus route gives us an opportunity to reflect the love of Christ. We may not always preach with words, but we minister through patience, integrity, compassion, wisdom, and grace, especially during these final busy weeks of school. Students are watching. Fellow educators are watching. Families are watching. Most importantly, God sees our faithfulness.

During the 2025–2026 school year, there have been days filled with challenges, exhaustion, and spiritual battles, yet we must remember that our labor in the Lord has never been in vain. We are called to be light in places where hope can sometimes grow dim. A smile, a kind response, a listening ear, or even sharing candy tucked away in our desks can become a seed planted for the Kingdom of God.

As summer approaches, let us encourage one another to rest, renew, and prepare our hearts to continue serving with humility and excellence as we sign contracts and step into another school year. May we never lose sight of the mission field before us. As we love God fully and love others sincerely, we fulfill the very heart of God’s commandment.

Continue standing strong, praying faithfully, and serving boldly. Enjoy your summer with the Lord Jesus, knowing that He is with us in every summer spot before us.