At Summit Christian Academy, we want our students to understand the service, sacrifice, and personal stories behind Veterans Day. Our annual Veterans Day chapels provide an opportunity to honor those who have served in the military while helping students connect the meaning of the day to their own lives.
On November 11, our elementary and secondary students heard from speakers with connections to our Summit community. Their messages brought together stories of military service and reminders of God’s faithfulness through difficult circumstances.
Our elementary students had the privilege of hearing from Mrs. Lambert, who shared how her family members’ military service shaped her life and the way she views the world.
Her father, a prisoner of war, instilled in their family a lasting lesson: in life’s hardest moments, we can learn to lean on God in a deeper way. Through her reflections, students heard how the experiences of one generation can influence the faith and perspective of the next.
Her family’s story helped make the meaning of Veterans Day personal, giving students a connection to the sacrifices we pause to recognize.
Our secondary students welcomed Mrs. Smith’s father, a retired United States Air Force colonel, who encouraged them to consider the spiritual battles we all face.
Drawing on the armor of God, he reminded students that God equips them to stand firm in their faith. His message encouraged them to recognize that there is more taking place than what we can see and that each of us has a role in standing against darkness through faith and prayer.
We are grateful to the veterans, friends, and family members who joined us for these chapels. Having members of our military community present gave students the opportunity to express their appreciation personally.
To our veterans, those currently serving, and the families who stand beside them: thank you for your service and sacrifice. It was a privilege to honor you as a Summit family.