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June 14 2011

It’s hard to believe summer is already here! It’s been a hot one so far and I’m sure that I don’t need to remind anyone about this unbelievable drought we are suffering through. In fact according to the National Weather Service we are experiencing the worst drought since 1916… and that was back in April! I would encourage our readers to pray that the Lord blesses us with some rain very soon.

About 15 years ago, my wife and I were visiting my dad in Colorado Springs, Colorado. She wanted to find out more about my dad’s life, so in a matter of just a few hours, she found out more than I ever did in 32 years of knowing my dad. I really enjoyed hearing all of his stories and now am able to share with my children.

Part of the reason that I’d never ventured to find out on my own is that my dad isn’t the story telling type and I am not one who likes to ask a lot of personal questions. You put those two combinations together and it’s no wonder that there was such an information gap between my father and me.

Back in the Bible days, stories were passed from generation to generation by the people living in that era. Somewhere we have lost the ability to tell our children memories about our life experiences that made us the people that we are today. I am the world’s worst when it comes to that.

Sometimes my kids ask me to tell them a story about my childhood and I find myself either too busy or at a loss for words when trying to remember something in which to share. Well the good news is it’s never too late to spend quality time with our kids– sharing life’s knowledge, good and bad, and maybe a little less time on the computer or watching TV.

I would like to thank our readers for helping us make Katy Christian Magazine a success. It is because of your prayers and for your support of our advertisers that we are able to continue to reach Katy for Christ. Please continue to pray that we always correctly discern God’s word and that our advertisers are blessed as a result of being part of our magazine.

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Calendar of Events

April 11 2011

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
April 16, 2011 • 9:00 – 11:00 am
Harvest Plaza in Historic Downtown Katy
5701 3rd Street

Easter activities, photographs with the Easter Bunny ($5), and more!

Healthy Kids Day
Saturday, April 16, 10am – 2pm
22807 Westheimer Parkway • Katy

This annual celebration is about FUN and FITNESS for today’s youth. Moonwalks, face painting, games, fitness demonstrations and MORE! Local vendors and YMCA staff will be on hand to tell you about programs and services that cater to today’s kids! Stop by to find out about summer sports and specialty camps, day camp and swim lessons. To find out more about this FREE community event, visit ymcahouston.org.

“The Miracle” Easter Performance
April 22 and 23, 2011 • Shows Run Every 20 Minutes, Beginning at 4:00 pm Friday
Faith West Academy
2225 Porter Road

Walk among biblical characters and view replicas of scenes more than 2000 years ago. You will witness over 75 actors and live animals portray the final week of Christ’s life. You will witness the portrayal of “The Miracle.” For exact show times and information call 281-391-LIFE (5433) or visit www.faithwest.org. Admission is free, but reservations are required.

Texas International Cowboy Ministers Conference
April 24-27, 2011
All Around Cowboy Church

We have guest speaker of a wide variety of cowboys preachers in different fields of arena events that will be bringing the Word. With quite a few events in the church arena. People will be attending from all over the world. The Cowboy Church band will be bringing the Praise & Worship along with guest music ministers. For more information give us a call at 979-885-1155 or go to our web site www.allaroundcowboychurch.com

Summertime Fun-Live It, Faith West Academy’s
Annual Silent and Live Auction
April 30, 2011 • 6:00 pm
Faith West Academy
2225 Porter Road

Silent auction, a dinner by Katy Outback Steakhouse, live auction, 2011 Jeep Wrangler raffle, and a special comedy performance will be part of the night’s activities. Cost for event is $35/person or $280/table of eight and childcare available at no charge. Reservations required, R.S.V.P. by calling Cheryl at 281-391-5683, ext. 226.

Spring Gift Market
April 30 – May 1, 2011 • Saturday 10 am – 6 pm
& Sunday 11am – 4pm
The Merrell Center, Katy TX

For more information, contact Vicki Rinke varinke@gmail.com or 281-850-8769. Booths are still available, contact us for details Stacie Henry homefortheholidaysgiftmarket@yahoo.com or 281-788-4297. Be sure to register for the $4000 in gift certificates at www.HomeForTheHolidaysGiftMarket.com

Faith West Academy Open House
May 10, 2011 • 7:00 pm
Faith West Academy
2225 Porter Road

Faith West Academy is an accredited, inter-denominational, private Christian school that started educating youth in 1982. Faith West Academy offers a strong core curriculum for Preschool (age 3) through 12th grade. Accelerated courses are offered for 7th -12th grade students. A competitive athletic program, under TAPPS accreditation, is available for our high school students, as well as performing & visual arts, choir, band, and cheerleading. For information, please contact FWA at 281-391-5683 x229 or visit our website at www.faithwest.org.

Fine Arts Gala
May 17, 2011 • 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Faith West Academy
2225 Porter Road

The event is to highlight all components of FWA Fine Arts. There will be free desserts/refreshments, art displays, and performances you won’t want to miss. For information, please contact FWA at 281-391-5683 or visit our website at www.faithwest.org.

In His Presence Ministries
Saturdays • Holy Spirit Service – 6:00 p.m., Intercessory Prayer – 5:00 p.m.
New Destiny Christian Fellowship Church
6830 North Eldridge Pkwy, Suite #107 • Houston
www.annott.org

West Houston Women’s Bible Study
Tuesdays • 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
BridgePoint Bible Church
13277 Katy Freeway • Houston

Please join the women at BridgePoint Bible Church as we study God’s Word on Tuesday mornings. Our purpose and desire is: Teaching the Word of God. Reaching the community for Christ. Uniting together in a loving and supportive environment.

KidzConnection
Wednesdays • 6:30 pm
Faith West Academy
2225 Porter Road

KidzConnection is an evening that includes worship, games, live characters, object lessons, and tons of fun for children in Kindergarten through 5th grade. Pizza provided for a $3 charge. Contact Allen Strickland at astrickland@faithwest.org for more information and blog posts at www.fwakidzconnection.blogspot.com.

Katy Christian Magazine is now accepting community calendar listings. Please keep all listings to under 50 words and include date, cost, times, location, etc. Email your listing to: joseph@HoustonChristianMagazine.com.

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Local Christian Student Highlights

April 11 2011

Kendyl McKenzie
Classification: 12th Grade
FaithWest Academy

Kendyl McKenzie, FWA senior, exemplifies a PAL. The Peer Assistant and Leadership (PAL) program encourages young people to take a leadership role in strengthening the relationships that exist within the school community by mentoring younger students both academically and socially. In the first year of this program she mentored three students (4th, 8th, and 9th graders). Kendyl works with youth (K-5th grade) every Wednesday night at Faith West, the church where she attends regularly. She has been counseling 8-14 year-olds every summer at Cat Spring Great Adventure Camp since she was fourteen. Kendyl plans to continue this passion for mentoring children of all ages by attending Blinn College in Bryan (before transferring to Texas A&M) to obtain a degree in child education

When asked who has been the biggest influence on your life and why? “Grandma, who is now decreased, gave me motivation (to maintain a good work ethic). That carried over with my mom and dad… They taught me I had to work for something if I wanted it. It wasn’t just given to me-so I value things more.”

Kendyl’s favorite Bible verse is 1 Corinthians 16:13-14. “Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. Do everything in love”.

Seth Strickland
Classification: 12th Grade
Faith West Academy

What do the Wright brothers, Jonas brothers, painter Vincent Van Gogh, basketball coach Phil Jackson and Seth Strickland have in common? For one thing he is the son of a minister. When asked what problem he faces by being the son of the Academy’s Chaplin (father) and a mother that is the school’s principal he replied; “Expectations are high. Not by my parents, but from others. I am expected to do the right thing.” He stated that it was like living in a bubble, but he is the same in front of his parents as he is among his best friends.

But Seth is not short on portraying different characters as he had starring roles in FWA theatrical productions; It’s a Wonderful Life, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Meet Me at Luigi’s, Oklahoma, The Music Man, and Baggage Claim. Seth is good for laughter as a principle player of the school’s ComedySportz team. He is Class of 2011 president and the vice-president of the National Honor Society. Seth was a member of the football, basketball, and swimming teams. He is a youth worker for Wednesday night services at Faith West for K-5th grade. So it is not surprising when he will tell you; “I want to live life to the fullest. Getting the most out of life I can.”

When asked who has been the biggest influence on your life and why? “My parents, because they are constantly looking out for me and making sure I’m doing the right thing.”

Catherine Ponder
Classification: 12th Grade
Pope John XXIII

Catherine was born in Alabama and moved to Katy when she was 4 year old. She attended John Paul II Catholic School from Kindergarten through 8th grade, where she was very involved in Girl Scouts. Catherine is now a Senior at Pope John XXIII in Katy where she has participated in various activites. She has been a 4-year Varsity Cheerleader, played 4 years of Varsity Basketball for the Lady Lions, is a member of the National Honor Society, Assistant Drum Major, Student Ambassador, Latin Club President, Homecoming nominee, and a 4-year Scholar Athlete. Catherine is an Honor Roll student with Pride Member and Top Cat Awards. Catherine has been accepted to Texas A&M, St. Edward’s University, and Baylor University. She wants to major in Medicine, even though she hasn’t decided just where she will attend college.

Catherine’s favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.”

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Letter From The Publisher

April 11 2011

The other night I was watching a show on the Science Channel about our universe and how it was created. It was interesting to see how they tried to explain the latest theories as to what happened and how we came into existence.

A lot of scientist now believe that life couldn’t of just happened here on earth because our environment is “too Hostile” for random life to just appear. It now seems that the latest theory is that life came to our planet by either an asteroid or a comet. and probably through “Intelligent Design.” Not God as the designer of course, some other means of “Intelligent Design.”

You would think that even if life somehow managed to survive in an asteroid or comet that travels half way across our universe in the harshness of deep space, wouldn’t it burn upon entering our atmosphere or upon the violent impact on our planets surface? What could possibly survive that?

It takes so much more faith to believe in that theory (or any other that scientist believe in) than to accept the fact that God created the world just as the Bible tells us back in Genesis. I believe they attack creation, especially the first few chapters of Genesis, because if they can make you doubt creation and original sin, there would be no need for our Savior Jesus to die us on the cross for our sins. No fall of man, no need for Christ.

On another note I recently came to know of a man, Henry Dibrell, who is running for Katy ISD board of trustees. I really like him and what he stands for and I think he will make a difference if given the chance to represent us.

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Calendar of Events

February 23 2011

Katy High School Art Department Presents Empty Bowls
February 24, 2011 • 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Katy High School Commons

For a $10.00 donation you can select a hand crafted bowl to take home All proceeds benefit Katy Christian Ministries Food Pantries

Pregnancy Help Center of West Houston Training Seminar
February 28-March 4, 2011 • 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
1450 E. Summitry Circle • Katy

If you have felt a calling as a volunteer at the Pregnancy Help Center, please visit www.phckaty.org and download a Volunteer Application. Following interviews, prospective volunteers are invited to attend a Volunteer Training Seminar. The required material for training is the Care Net Resource Training Manual. The cost of the manual is $30.

American Cancer Society Relay for Life
Mandatory Team Captain question/answer meeting with committee members
March 3 • 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Grace Care Center of Katy
23553 West Fernhurst Dr.
Katy TX 77494

For additional information, contact Stanislav Kovganko at stanislav.kovganko@gmail.com.

Inspire Women’s Inspired to Dream
March 5, 2011 • 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Christ Evangelical Presbyterian Church

To register call 713-521-1400 or visit www.inspirewomen.org. Powerful messages from Anita Carman and other seminary professors.

“Second Annual Charity Gala” Benefitting Texas EquuSearch
March 5, 2011 • 6:30 p.m. – midnight
The Club at Falcon Point
24503 Falcon Point Dr. • Katy

Featured entertainment will be Jessica Erin and Jay Denton

Children’s Lighthouse of Cisco Ranch
“2nd Annual Spring Picnic”
April 2, 2011
23060 Westheimer Pkwy • Katy

We will have fun, food, games, an auction and even a fashion show.

Summerfest 2011
April 9, 2011 • 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
The Villagio Town Center
Corner of Peek Rd and Westheimer Parkway

What will your children be doing this summer? Explore the options… Enjoy the fun!

FREE Admission. Children will LOVE our FREE Kids Zone area with Face Painting & Balloons by Katy Mae, Bounce House, Frozen Ropes Katy Throwing inflatable, Gaming Station, Rock Wall, and Petting Zoo. Parents this is your opportunity to visit with businesses offering summer camps and classes and ask your questions face to face. AND

SHOP – Unique Hand Crafted item by local artists, for upcoming Easter, Mothers Day and Teacher Appreciation Day.

ENJOY live quality entertainment throughout the day, a treasure hunt, lots of family friendly activities, the Chick-fil-A Cow and of-course Chick-fil-A will be on site selling your favorite food items in the courtyard!

For more information please visit: www.allaboutkaty.net

This festival is organized by allaboutKATY.net and Chick-fil-A. Proceeds will benefit Katy Christian Ministries Food Pantry. Canned food items for KCM Food Pantry are welcome and can be brought to the information booth day of event!

Katy Christian Ministries Annual Gala
April 9, 2011 • 6:00 p.m.
Texas Safari

Sponsorship information and ticket information available at www.ktcm.org

Healthy Kids Day
Saturday, April 16, 10am – 2pm
22807 Westheimer Parkway • Katy

Texas International Cowboy Ministers Conference
April 24-27, 2011
All Around Cowboy Church

In His Presence Ministries
Saturdays
Holy Spirit Service – 6:00 p.m.
Intercessory Prayer – 5:00 p.m.
New Destiny Christian Fellowship Church
6830 North Eldridge Pkwy, Suite #107 • Houston
www.annott.org

West Houston Women’s Bible Study
Tuesdays • 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
BridgePoint Bible Church
13277 Katy Freeway • Houston

Career Transition Ministry
Wednesdays • 6:30pm
Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church
11612 Memorial Drive • Houston

Assistance for Job Seekers – MDPC Career Transition Ministry – Call for Volunteers Wednesdays – 6 pm Dinner – Fellowship Hall – 6:30 pm Meeting – 7 pm Workshop – Room 119. Employment seekers who need to expand their job skills. • (713) 490-9556. No charge.

Free Counseling
Saturdays • 8am
Faith Action International Ministries
15825 Bellaire Blvd. • Houston

Free Biblical Counseling open to all. Phone: 281-235-0915. Cost: FREE.

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Letter From The Publisher

February 23 2011

Not too long ago, my oldest daughter Hannah woke me up telling me that all of her friends believed we were in the last days. They thought the end, however, would come through a massive zombie invasion… I kid you not!

Like many of you, I’ve seen a number of shows on TV about end time’s prophecy, some of them even secular in nature. Last year, I even went to see the movie 2012 out of curiosity. I have read countless books on the subject and listened to a good number of sermons.

Every generation thinks that theirs is the last. It is simply human nature. When the world saw the end of the first millennium (999 AD), the world almost came to a stand still, the week before New Year’s Day. No one worked, the prisons were emptied, and debts were forgiven. After a few days and the realization that this was not the end of times, people went back to work, the prisoners were recaptured, and the once forgiven debts were reinstated.

The fact is that although we can be sure the end is nearing, we don’t know when that day will come, and we will never know until the moment it happens. Matthew 24:36 says, “No one knows about that day or hour, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father.” (NIV)

If it were not for the fact that I still have some family and friends who do not have a relationship with Christ, I am ready for His return. The world is simply getting intolerable. There is so much sin, so much hate, and so much despair. Moreover, fewer people seem to care about it. Jesus told us this would happen. “And because lawlessness will abound, the love of many will grow cold.” (Matthew 24:12)

A wise man once said “Live every day as if it were your last, because one of these days, it will be.” I haven’t lived that way most of my life, but now I am trying. Are you?

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Calendar of Events

December 09 2010

Wellness Symposium
January 29 • 10am
Hotze Health & Wellness Center
20214 Braidwood Drive
Katy, TX 77450
(Exit Fry Road from the Katy Freeway)

Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Have you tried several different doctors only to be told that you are depressed or even a hypochondriac? If so, we would love to educate you on how you can get your life back.

Please join us for a health and wellness symposium Saturday, January 29 at 10 a.m. at Hotze Health and Wellness Center, where Dr. Steven Hotze will be discussing the hormonal changes we experience in various stages of life, and how you can achieve optimal health.

Whether you suffer from migraines, fatigue, weight gain or any additional hormonal changes, we would love to get you on a path of health and wellness. The event will have limited seating so please email events@drhotze.com to reserve your spot today!
West Houston Women’s Bible Study
Tuesdays • 9:30am – 12pm
BridgePoint Bible Church
13277 Katy Freeway
Houston

Career Transition Ministry
Wednesdays • 6:30pm
Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall
11612 Memorial Drive
Houston

Free Biblical Counseling open to all. Phone: 281-235-0915. Cost: FREE.

Katy Christian Magazine is now accepting FREE calendar listings for the months of February, March and April 2010. To have your events listed, please email us the information by 1/25/11. Please keep all listings to under 50 words and include date, cost, times, location, etc. Email your listing to:
joseph@HoustonChristianMagazine.com.

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2011 Christian School Directory

December 09 2010

Bear Creek United Methodist Church School
12 months – Kindergarten
1600 Rippling Water Drive
Houston, Texas 77084
281-463-2969
www.bearcreekumc.org

Bear Creek UMC School has been a leading school in the Bear Creek area for over 25 years. Our philosophy incorporates the understanding that each child has a unique learning style and stage of development; and they learn best through hands on experiences. This awareness that children learn best through play and discovery, through rich experiences to observe and participate, is known as “The Bear Creek Way”.

Our youngest students are 12 months old prior to the first of September and we have classes through kindergarten. Our hours are 9AM to 1PM or 2PM and there are 2 day, 3 day and 4 day options. Our Transition class meets five days a week for five year olds would benefit from “the gift of an extra year to grow” before entering kindergarten. We offer a family friendly community in a Christian atmosphere that is nurturing for the children as well as the parents. There are many opportunities for parents to be involved in the classroom and with other school families through special events and field trips.

For more information visit www.bearcreekumc.org/ministries/preschool or call 281-263-2969 to schedule a tour. Registration for 2011–2012 classes will be Tuesday, February 8 at 9:30 AM.

Central Baptist Church School
2 to 4 years
2855 Greenhouse Rd
Houston, Texas 77084
281-492-2689
www.cbchou.org

Faith West Academy
3 years to 12th grade
2225 Porter Road
Katy, Texas 77493
281-391-5683
www.faithwest.org

Excellence Without Compromise is the mission statement of Faith West Academy, the oldest and largest private school in Katy. Faith West Academy, has an enrollment of over 550 students in preschool through 12th grade. The school operates on the principles of the Christian faith and incorporates these principles in its purposes, goals, procedures and operations. The interdenominational student body is rooted in Christianity representing over 130 area churches.

FWA is fully accredited through International Christian Accrediting Association. The teaching staff is fully degreed in academic disciplines from elementary to high school. Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools State Teacher of the Year 2005 and State Coach of the Year 1996 & 2006 are on staff.

FWA students enjoy a full range of academic, extracurricular, and spiritual needs. From athletics to academics, from music to missions, from clubs to chapel our students are encouraged to express their uniqueness.

To schedule a tour or obtain further information you may contact Cathleen Parks at 281-391-5683, extension 229.

First Steps Preschool
15 months to Pre-K
600 Pin Oak Rd
Katy, Texas 77494
281-391-1105
www.fbckaty.com

First Steps is a preschool serving children ages 15 months-5 years old. We are open M-TH 9-2:30 and offer a variety of class schedules. Our highly qualified teachers provide a loving and stimulating learning environment for children to grow and develop. Using a curriculum directly built from the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Preschool and Kindergarten students; First Steps classroom prepare the young mind for the future while also instilling in them biblical foundations and truths about God’s love. In addition, First Steps offers Music, Motor Skills, Spanish, and Science enrichment classes weekly with no extra charge in tuition. Stop by for a tour today!

Grandma’s House
Infants and toddlers
14840 Branch Forest Dr
Houston, Texas 77082
281-496-3105
www.westoaksprivate.com

Grandma’s House Child Care Center and West Oaks Private School has been West Houston’s premier child care center for over 25 years. We are situated on three beautiful acres and also have our own gymnasium. We are conveniently located off of Highway 6 near West Oaks Mall with easy access from Katy, Richmond, Sugarland and West Houston.

We provide care for infants through school age children and provide before and after school transportation to a number of Alief and Fort Bend ISD schools. In addition to our Pre-Kindergarten program, we also offer a Bridge to Kindergarten program designed specifically for children who may need an extra year before entering Kindergarten. This classroom blends our Pre-Kindergarten curriculum with the first semester of a normal Kindergarten curriculum ensuring that the children have a head start in entering the public Kindergarten in the following year.

We also have a summer camp program for children who have completed Kindergarten through the age of twelve that includes up to three field trips per week to exciting entertainment destinations like NASA, the museums, roller skating, bowling, swimming and the movies.

Houston Christian High School
9th to 12th grade
2700 W. Sam Houston Pkwy. N.
Houston, Texas 77043
713-580-6020
www.housotonchristianhs.org

Houston Christian High School inspires students to become leaders, in a close-knit community. Serving grades 9-12, the school draws from areas such as Memorial, West U, Cypress, Katy, and Sugar Land from public, private, and parochial schools. Average- to above-average students receive the attention they need in small classes and in several optional programs, such as the NILD/Discovery program for students with learning differences, and the Distinguished Scholar’s Program for gifted and talented students.
The school’s state-of-the-art facilities sit on a 45-acre campus, which house the award-winning academic, athletic, and arts programs. Below are some highlights of these programs:

• National Merit Scholars
• $15,000,000 in scholarships (’06-’09)
• Over 25 Pre-AP/AP courses
• 2009 College Readiness Award
• 2009 Overall TAPPS State Vocal and
Instrumental Music Champions
• 2009 TPSMEA All-State Choir and
Orchestra
• Numerous athletic programs have won
titles, including state championships in
baseball, basketball, swimming, and
track and field

Houston Christian enjoys a diverse student population. Over the past five years, $1,596,500 has been awarded in financial aid, almost 20% are students of color, and many students aren’t affiliated with a Christian religion. The school is accredited by the SACS, SAIS, and is a member of NAIS. HC is located at 2700 W Sam Houston Parkway N, Houston, Texas, 77043. For more information, contact the Admissions Office at 713-580-6020 or visit www.houstonchristian.org.

Memorial
Lutheran Preschool
18 months to Pre-K
5810 Third Street
Katy, Texas 77493
281-391-0172
www.mlckaty.com

Memorial Lutheran Preschool is located in the Heart of Katy at the corner of 4th St & Avenue “D”. We have been serving the Katy community by providing preschool opportunities for Toddlers through Pre-K since 1993.

We strive for the children to Grow in God and Learn in Love. We believe that: every child is a gift from God; regardless of circumstance, every child should know Jesus loves them; every child has the potential to learn and to develop spiritually, emotionally, cognitively and physically; and Jesus is the foundation of everything we teach.

Classes are from 9 – 12 Noon, with the option of staying for Lunch bunch until 2:30PM. Contact the school for more information.

Memorial
Lutheran School
Infant to 8th grade
5800 Westheimer Rd.
Houston, Texas 77057
713-782-4022
www.mlchouston.org

Memorial Lutheran School, is a Classical Christian School established in 1980 by Memorial Lutheran Church, and offers programs for Infants through 8th Grade. MLS is located in the Galleria area at 5800 Westheimer @ Bering Drive.

All students are involved in weekly chapel and daily religious instruction. The curriculum includes Latin (beginning in 3rd grade); a strong music program that includes Orchestra, Band, Choir and Chimes; strong academics in History, Math, Hands-on Science and comprehensive Language Arts (Writing, Grammar, Spelling and Vocabulary). Our technology curriculum and classes in the computer lab are offered to students in PK 4’s – 8th grade. Learning begins at all levels, including our Infant and Early Start programs. Before and after school child-care are also offered.

Contact Admissions at 713-782-4022 for more information or to schedule a tour. Visit the school’s website at www.mlchouston.org.

Mission Bend
Christian Academy
Toddlers to 6th grade
3710 Hwy. 6 South
Houston, Texas 77082
281-497-4057
www.missionbendchristianacademy.org

Located on Highway 6 South, close to the Westpark Tollway, Mission Bend
Christian Academy is dedicated to serving children. The school started as a
vision to create a place within the community where children could grow and
learn in a safe, nurturing environment and experience Christian love.

The program is designed to broaden a child’s repertoire of knowledge and skills, increase self-confidence and promote curiosity and initiative. An academically sound curriculum challenges our Early Childhood students and our Elementary and Middle School st dents with a wide range of concepts and skills. Our school strives to provide a loving environment enabling our students to grow spiritually, academically, socially, and physically. Our program develops good character, strong moral values and a love for learning.

Mission Bend Christian Academy is a diverse environment, which recognizes its diversity as a valued educational resource. Mission Bend Christian Academy is currently enrolling toddlers through sixth grade students and is a loving ministry of Mission Bend United Methodist Church of Houston, Texas. In partnership with parents and the church, Mission Bend Christian Academy strives to provide a quality, affordable education. Supporting a Christian worldview, students are equipped and empowered to become leaders in their communities. We believe children are the most important investment in the future…our #1 resource.

Rising Star Academy
Preschool and Pre-K
920 S. Peek Rd
Katy, Texas 77450
281-391-KIDS
www.RisingStar-Academy.com

Rising Star Academy is a premier private school providing an unparalleled educational experience for children. We offer a creative campus for children to learn, play, and socialize.
Rising Star Academy has created an environment and curriculum where children learn by doing. Lesson Plans are detailed and planned in advance to encourage engaging, problem-solving strategies. It accommodates diversity and is designed to help every child achieve his/her full potential. We are one of five centers to partner with Katy ISD for the PPCD program, an early intervention program to serve children with special needs.

Scholastic Early Childhood Curriculum (SECC) is used in our Pre-Kindergarten classes. The SECC curriculum is used by Katy ISD, our partner in education. This curriculum was chosen to ensure Kindergarten readiness and to meet the expectations of Katy ISD and the challenges of today’s world. This program addresses all areas of development: emotional, social and moral, language and literacy, cognitive, physical, and aesthetic. It addresses early cognitive processes (number sense and problem solving), and reading readiness (rich literacy environment, phonetic awareness, and the reading/writing connection). Included in our curriculum are Spanish, Music, Dance, and tending to our outdoor garden, creating a balanced experience through creativity and learning.

Simonton Christian Academy
Preschool to 6th grade
9703 FM 1489
Stafford, Texas 77476
281-346-2303
www.simontonchristian.org

Simonton Christian Academy is dedicated to providing a biblically based, quality education for its students by emphasizing traditional studies, teaching of the Bible and a Christian worldview. We purpose to instill Christian leadership through education, prayer, example and encouragement.

Simonton Christian Academy is accredited by the National Association of Private Schools (NAPS) and is an Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) member. We strive for academic excellence by teaching each student to their maximum potential based on the following values:

• God is good all the time.
• All people are important to God.
• Prayer is woven throughout all areas of
our school.
• Education involves the total being;
spiritual, intellectual, physical and social.
• We should strive to glorify God with
our words and actions.

Just drive a few miles to the tranquil setting of Simonton, Texas and you will find the best kept secret this side of Houston.

Tiger Land Preschool
Infants to 12 years
5313 E. 5th Street
Katy, Texas 77493
281-391-8750
www.TigerLandPreschool.com

Tiger Land has been Katy’s Child Care Center for more than 25 years with many of our teachers and staff having been here for more than 10 years. Located in the heart of Old Katy, Tiger Land is situated a large stand-alone building with separate age-appropriate playgrounds.

Tiger Land is easily accessed from I-10 (the Katy Freeway) or Highway 99 (the Grand Parkway) and our families come from many of the communities in the immediate area such as WoodCreek Reserve, Cinco Ranch, Williamsburg, Firethorne and as far away as Sealy, Brookshire, Fulshear and Columbus.

We offer full-time care for infants from six weeks old through Pre-Kindergarten. Tiger Land also provides before and after school care for children attending many of the Katy ISD elementary schools as well as to Faith West Academy and West Houston Charter School.

Through a partnership with the Katy Independent School District, we also provide opportunities for 24 children from Katy’s PPCD program to be integrated into our Pre-School and Pre-Kindergarten classrooms.

Come see the Tiger Land difference for yourself!

Tree House Academy
Infants to 12 years
21930 Chesterwick Dr
Katy, Texas 77450
281-693-KIDS
www.treehouse-academy.com

Tree House Academy is a private Katy preschool and childcare center, committed to teaching our children Christian values, while educating and nurturing. We teach A Beka curriculum, and have low ratios. We opened in November 2004, and our center director, Tabitha Jacome, as well as many of our teachers, has been here since day one! Several staff has been teaching for 30+ years, and many have obtained their CDA’s. All are thoroughly screened, and trained.

Our school is currently enrolling children 6 weeks to 12 years old for full time or part time programs. We provide nutritionally balanced breakfasts, lunches, and snacks. We transport school-aged children to and from local schools south of I-10, and offer Summer Camp.

We are located off South Mason Road, and are nestled safely in the beautiful Estates of Chesterfield community. Our center has 3 large playgrounds that are age appropriate. Unique to our center is our indoor playground! It is a great place for the children to play, and escape bad weather. We also boast a gymnasium, where we offer dance class, sports, and soccer classes-all available at your request.

Please contact us today to inquire about our competitive rates, and schedule a tour!

West Oaks
Private School
Preschool and Pre-K
14840 Branch Forest Dr
Houston, Texas 77082
281-496-3105
www.westoaksprivate.com

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Letter from the Publisher

December 09 2010

I recently came across something online that I thought I should share with our readers. It is especially fitting for this time of year.

Does the Bible say anything about making
New Year’s resolutions?

The Bible doesn’t mention making resolutions at the beginning of a new year — but it does urge us to examine our lives regularly, and to seek God’s help to become better persons every day. The Bible says, “Let us examine our ways and test them, and let us return to the Lord” (Lamentations 3:40).

Did you ever ask yourself why you found it so hard to keep the resolutions you used to make? One reason may have been that they weren’t realistic, or you had no clear plan for reaching them. Many New Year’s resolutions, I’m afraid, are little more than a “wish list” — a series of things we’d like to change about our lives, but little more. They also may be very self-centered, with little thought about whether or not they are God’s will.

Another reason, however, why we fail to keep our resolutions is because we seek to reach them in our own strength instead of with God’s help. But we are spiritually and morally weak, and we will never be the people God wants us to be unless we turn to Him for the help we need. The psalmist wrote, “My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth” (Psalm 121:2).

As we begin this new year, pause right now and ask God to show you what He wants to do in your life during this coming year. Resolve to grow closer to Christ every day, and with the help of His Holy Spirit to “pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness” (1 Timothy 6:11).

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Constitution Day Celebration

October 12 2010

On September 17th students of Faith West Academy celebrated Constitution Day commemorating the formation and signing of the Constitution of the United States in 1787. Part of the special ceremony was a reenactment of Thomas Jefferson, played by ninth grader Ethan Wright (photo), drafting a declaration to explain why the colonies were taking the necessary step of asserting their independence from Great Britain.

For more information, visit www.faithwest.org.

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