Sunday, March 08, 2026

Day 3 - Sophomore Mission Trip - 2026

Posted by: Mia Silva

Day 3! Today is Sunday so we woke up early, ate some breakfast and headed over to FFC church with the workers at Longview! It was a beautiful service where we talked about the book of Hebrews. After the service, we got changed to go hiking, and went to grab something to eat. God had other plans, the weather was a bit rainy so we had to move the hiking to another day. We went to Walmart afterwards to grab some stuff we might need for the rest of the trip. We came back to campus and had some free time where we baked, played soccer, and pickleball. Then we had dinner and the staff bought us pizza! We then later had our evening service where we worshiped, and talked about Ephesians 4. We ended the night with some more free time that consisted of a big game of manhunt!!

posted by the Sophomores at 3/08/2026 10:47:00 PM

Saturday, March 07, 2026

Day 2 - Sophomore Mission Trip - 2026

Posted by: Mia Silva and Mr. Hood

Good-morning! We woke up extra early today to experience the sunrise with the gorgeous view of the mountains! it was a beautiful view with chilly weather, roosters crowing and we even saw some horses getting some breakfast, Gods creation is truly beautiful. 



Then afterwards we moved to the dining room to eat some delicious breakfast tacos. Devotional time was next and after that we got split into two groups, some people went off campus to help clean up some properties that were damaged in hurricane Helene while other group stayed on campus to continue some work from yesterday.

After a couple hours of working, we went back to campus to have lunch. After lunch and a little break, we went back to work and the people that went off campus went to work at a large campsite that had been devastated by the flooding from Helen. The barn at the campsite was full of animals and we worked around the barn. It was a beautiful experience being with dogs (and some little puppies), goats, peacocks, and alpacas.




We came back to campus and did our evening activities, some went paintballing and some baked brigadeiros with Ms. Poole. 


Afterwards we had some more free time to play soccer, play games, talk and more! we then had our evening service , where we worship and talked about Ephesians 3!


posted by the Sophomores at 3/07/2026 10:12:00 PM

Friday, March 06, 2026

Day 1 - Sophomore Mission Trip to LVR 2026

Posted by: Mr. Hood
Our trip started with an adventure of our flight being delayed by 2 hrs in FLL. Thankfully all went smoothly after that and we arrived VERY late into Longview Ranch last night which resulted in most of us getting to sleep at approx. 2AM! 

We allowed everyone to sleep in a bit and the morning began at 9am with a delicious meal of waffles - with toppings of berries and whipped cream; scambled eggs and sausage. Super yummy! After breakfast we had our morning devotions of personal time in the book of Ephesians. Today was chapter 2. It is a beautiful setting to have time alone with God as we look out at the Smokey Mountains from the LVR dining hall. 
After our devotional time, we broke into 6 different work groups to do projects all around the LVR property. Some students painted fences, others cleaned areas behind the barn and many others carried tree limbs that had been trimmed to the LVR staff member who was turning them into mulch. The students worked incredibly hard and we are so proud of them all!

During the free time after work, students were playing bball in the pavilion, resting in their cabins or enjoying the rocking chairs on the front porch of the dining hall. Dinner were some fabulous burrito bowls and fun cupcakes for dessert. After dinner we made our big circle of chairs and each student and chaperone read their verse as we began our memorization work of the book of Ephesians. We then had a wonderful time of student led praise and worship before our discussion on what the students highlighted in Ephesians chapters 1 & 2 from morning devotions. It was a tremendous ending to a powerful first day! Thanking God for all of His work in us already on this trip. 





posted by the Sophomores at 3/06/2026 10:38:00 PM

Senior Missions 2026

Posted by: Amaya

Day 3 of the seniors in Costa Rica! We all had a very wonderful day, the morning VBS was very fun for some because of the amount of kids that came to play and hear the gospel. We then went Las Musas waterfall where we all enjoyed a refreshing swim under the fall, but also in the pool! We all enjoyed watermelon, chips, and arroz con pollo (rice and chicken) by the pool. Some went on the waterslide that was also there. When finished we all set out to do our last VBS of the day with the kids, continuing to bring light to their day! We came back to Pura Vida and enjoyed free time until dinner and worship. 






posted by the Seniors at 3/06/2026 06:09:00 PM

Local Missions Blog

Local Missions Update:
St. Andrews Estates and Palm Beach Food Bank




















Posted by: Karina Brekel
Wednesday, March 5

We started today with Mrs. Meurs leading a devotional and heading to Florence Fuller around 8:30. First, we dropped off the students going to the East and headed to the West location. We spent the next couple of hours reading, playing, doing arts and crafts, and much more with the kids. They were thrilled to have us around…wanting to learn our names and have us help them with little things. Then we headed back to the school to eat lunch, which was Pollo Tropical. After lunch, at around 12:30, we headed North to the Palm Beach Food Bank. This was the first time going to this food bank, unaware of what we were doing at first, but it worked out according to God's plan. We bagged food that was given to children all across the Palm Beach area, which would be given to children on a Friday for a weekend supply for them and their families. We integrated with other volunteers and helped a ton. At 2:45, we left and came back to the school at 3:20 for early dismissal. 


Thursday, March 6

Today, we had another devotional led by Mrs. Cronin and headed for Florence Fuller around 8:30. At the West Location, it was Dr. Seuss day, where kids walked around and paraded their Dr. Seuss hats and matching books. We danced and had so much fun. The kids are getting used to us now, and in the end, we were able to play tag and bubblegum bubblegum with them. At 11:30 we were back at the school for lunch…which was pizza, and had a nice break. Afterwards, we went up north to the Palm Beach food bank, bagging and sorting black beans along with the same weekend bags as yesterday. We packed over 900 backpacks of food for children and their families. 


posted by the Locals at 3/06/2026 12:13:00 PM

Thursday, March 05, 2026

Junior Trip day 2

Today, students began the day with breakfast and devotions at 7:30 a.m. Some woke up earlier to go for a walk or run, while others went to watch the sunrise.  


Later, we toured the former house of Warren Jeffs and learned about events that happened there, including the experiences of the people who were affected. Afterwards, we went on a city tour of cities of Hildale, Colorado City, and Centennial Park, which are apart of religious groups like the FLDS and the Centennial Park group.  


After the tour, we went to lunch and then went to work at a local horse ranch owned by a rancher named Dal. We helped clean the pastures, and some encountered the horses while cleaning.  


In the afternoon, we chose whether to go on a hike or visit the town’s supermarket. We came back together later for dinner, and the day ended with devotionals led by our chaperones and free time.


posted by the Juniors at 3/05/2026 10:52:00 PM

Senior Missions 2026

Posted by: Amaya

Day 1 of Costa Rica for this years senior class had a great day! We arrived safely and arrived at Pura Vida and enjoyed a great lunch provided by the staff here. We then prepped for Thursday's VBS by acting out bible story scenes and songs scheduled for the kids to hear. We enjoyed a nice, much needed dinner of rice, beans, chicken, and salad. Some of us later, embarked on a journey to the local, small grocery store near Pura Vida. We also enjoyed a very well conducted sermon by Albert, the director here at Pura Vida. Later, we wrapped everything up and set up the last things for VBS then called it a night. 

Day 2 of Costa Rica for this years senior class started quite early. We all enjoyed a hearty breakfast and a very wonderful TAG time set for us. When we finished all of that up we set off to our sites for the week. All groups had a great time! This morning was a more quiet morning for most, the afternoon on the other hand was more lively for some. The beginning of bonds formed for some in the afternoon. We came back ready for some free time, dinner, and worship. We will prep for tomorrow and then we will do it all again tomorrow at our sites!






posted by the Seniors at 3/05/2026 06:03:00 PM

Thursday, February 26, 2026

Posted by:
We are so excited for our trip to begin in 6 days! 

Thank you parents, faculty, friends, and students in advance for praying for us. We were encouraged today in our Send Off Chapel to consider the words of Jesus in the Great Commission.

"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you."

posted by the Seniors at 2/26/2026 03:12:00 PM

Wednesday, March 19, 2025

Junior Missions 2025

Posted by:

Yesterday was our spectacular day at Zion National Park. We started our day really early, when we got there we made our lunches and we started our hike. We all in our big group went up this beautiful mountain and saw deer, other wildlife, and beautiful views. After our first hike, we split into groups of our choice and went to different areas of the park to hike with our friends. After hiking for a while most of us decided to sit in the lodge and rest, eat food, or go to the gift shop. As our time at Zion came to a close, we headed back to our cars and embarked on our hour drive back to the dream center. When we got back we had a delicious dinner at a mexican restaurant called "Blue Agave". As our last day in Utah/Arizona came to a close, we heard a powerful testimony from one of our hosts there, Olivia and a powerful message from Carlos. We then cleaned the bunkhouse for the next guests and we finally ended our day.

posted by the Juniors at 3/19/2025 09:04:00 AM

Monday, March 17, 2025

Local Missions 2025

Posted by:Katherine L.
Today, before we began our trip we did a devotion and sang a worship song. Then afterwards we left school and went to help take care of some kids. The first classroom I went into was a classroom labeled The Dolphin classroom. I got to listen to the teacher talk to the little kids about what the word marine means and what lives in the ocean. Then I went over to a different classroom and helped a teacher clean the tables after the kids had snack time. After that we all got to watch and participate in the Saint Patrick's day parade. Finally, after arriving back inside the classroom I read the kids 2 books and asked them questions about what I read. Then it was time to get back on the bus and head back to school for lunch. We enjoyed Chick-fil-A for lunch in Modular 1. Then We headed back out and went to the campus of an organization called Place Of Hope, where I got to help clean the fence and throw some stuff into the dumpster. I had so much fun today and got to get to know my classmates a little better in the process. I can't wait to see what tomorrow has in store for me.


posted by the Locals at 3/17/2025 09:48:00 PM

Sunday, March 16, 2025

Sophomore Missions 2025

Posted by: Gabby, Gabby, and Clare

Hi everyone, this is Gabby, Gabby


, and Clare. Today we woke up to a delectable breakfast that consisted of warm cinnamon rolls and bacon. After a quick devotional period, we loaded the Longview Cool Bus and headed to church. We went to an extended campus of First Christian Church that meets in a local high school. After a lovely sermon on encouragement and worship, we headed to Zaxby's and Bojangles where we had lunch. We made a pit stop at Walmart to pick up any necessities or snacks we needed, then reloaded the bus and started to venture to Margarette Falls. We hiked a fairly strenuous 1.2 miles to see the rushing waters, and for some, take a swim. We headed back to camp where we finished our day eating pizza, reciting memory verses, worshipping, and discussing Ephesians 4. Later, the girls in Blackbear Lodge planned a function full of homemade rice krispie treats, cookies, chocolate-covered strawberries, and candy. Goodnight from the Sophomores at Longview!

posted by the Sophomores at 3/16/2025 10:08:00 PM

Saturday, March 15, 2025

Sophomore Missions 2025

Posted by:Sophomore Class

Day two at Longview was a hard earned success. We began the day with the devotions as the whole class read and meditated on Ephesians chapter 2. After breakfast, we split up into groups for work. 

Longview Ranch has been hosting ministry groups who are helping this area of Appalachia recover from the hurricane that hit in September. Part of Longview‘s property was destroyed, and some of their neighbors lost lives, property, and family members. Our team helped maintain and stain the cabins used to host these work groups, and they also helped move and haul scrap metal and other debris. The moving and hauling crew Walked many miles today and loaded trailer after trailer with debris, metal, logs, and whatever else needed to be cleaned up. The painting crew repainted five different cabins on campus, including a couple that were several stories high. (Shout out to Mr. Visser who was the ladder king with his paint roller!) They also repainted fencing with a stain that prevents the wood from rotting. All of the groups worked so hard that we surprised the Longview staff with how much we were able to accomplish in one day! 

The food at Longview is incredible because, as the students have recognized, it is made with love . Big kids have enjoyed getting to know the Longview staff, including Boca Christian Alum, Sam Blakely. We enjoyed burgers for lunch and nacho bowls for dinner with warm brownies and ice cream, a crowd favorite! The evening included Gabby Leon, Clare, and Jagger leading us in worship, and Mr. Hood leading the class in a time of discussion about Ephesians. To put a cherry on top of our epic day, a competitive game of manhunt was organized.

posted by the Sophomores at 3/15/2025 09:25:00 PM