Chapel
What Is Chapel?
Ever feel like you need a break to breathe and recenter yourself? At Hillcrest Academy we built a 20 minute chapel into our school day for just that purpose. The entire school meets together to connect with each other and with God. Our daily chapels are something that sets us apart from other schools. Chapels are planned and led by a mix of students and faculty. We worship, sing, listen, laugh, reflect, and learn. It’s often a highlight of the day.
Our Chapel Theme
Mark 10:42-45 says “Jesus called them together and said, ‘You know that those who are regarded as rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them. Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be slave of all. For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.'”
This year, our theme calls us to the heart of true greatness. In Mark 10:42-45, Jesus turns the world’s idea of leadership upside down, saying greatness isn’t found in power or position, but in humble service to others. As a school community, we’re committing to lead by putting others first, serving with open hands, and following the example of Jesus who came not to be served, but to serve.
Small Groups are just one more way we’re growing into the people God made us to be.They’re made up of 6-8 students with one faculty leader. We’re with the same group for the school year, so we get comfortable and close. The purpose of the groups is to strengthen our spiritual walks with each other through accountability, support, topic discussion, mixing of ages and ideas. Of course, a whole lot of fun mixes in too! Whether it’s eating, playing sports, praying, discussing, planning parties and service projects, or enjoying a sleepover together, chapel small groups help build community.
Public Is Invited
Wish you could see what chapel is all about, come join us!
Join us at 9:42 AM for high school and combined chapel and 1:30 PM for middle school chapel. Both are in Celebration Hall any Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday. Tuesdays are when we meet in our small groups.
All our chapels are open to the public. If you are wondering what’s on the schedule, feel free to email Corben Weaver Boshart (cweaverboshart@hillcrestravens.org) to get the scoop.
