Education
Must Reads
by Jimmy Hopper
The September Salt and Light is now up on this web site under “Ministries”, “Newsletter” and Peggy Drinkard’s page, “Our Kids” is a must read. It is the first of two successive articles on the catechism for children but, as background, she addresses not only the loss of an overall cultural Biblical knowledge; knowledge that was, and is, an essential part of the Western Canon, but in a very real sense, the loss of the Canon itself. This dearth of knowledge that is such an important part of our heritage and even the essential part of Western Civilization, must be addressed as we educate our children. This idea is the driving force behind the establishment of the Riverwood Classical School, which looks to provide a rigorous academic program based on the Bible and Biblical principles. Be sure and read Peggy’s thoughts on this important subject and I look forward to next month’s concluding article.
Also be sure to check out Dana Miller’s very inspiring thoughts on dealing with pain as a Christian in the Reflections section. It is titled “Finding the Profound in Pain.” Read it and marvel at God’s interaction with Dana.
Posted by Jimmy Hopper at August 29, 2006 09:54 AM
I am so glad to see Riverwood offering weekly catechism classes. While growing up, I attended a church where catechism class was required from first grade through high school. Overall, I remember not really enjoying it at all. On the other hand, in the religion classes of my private Christian high school, I grew to appreciate the knowledge I gained from these catechism classes I used to dread. I could not believe how many kids going to a Christian school and attending church every Sunday had such little knowledge of church doctrine. It is so important to learn WHAT we believe and WHY we believe it!
P.S. There, Tim - I posted. Are ya happy?!