January 2014
WORD OF MOUTH
Jesus had quite the following. So much so, the Bible
calls His followers “multitudes.” Have you ever
wondered how word spread so far, so quickly about
Jesus? Maybe Peter had a pioneering advertising
idea, or maybe Judas reached deep into the bag to
hire the best marketing firm. If it were today, maybe
the disciples would combine social
media, email blasts, and radio
spots. Well, while you can
hopefully sense the sarcasm in
my tone, this is a valid question.
How did people find out about
Jesus? How did they
accomplish such a feat in a day
before the printing press,
television, cell phones, or
Facebook? !
Well there was only one
possible way, and it is described
for us throughout the Gospels. In Matthew 9, Jesus
healed two blind men. Then the Bible says, “But they,
when they were departed, spread abroad his fame in
all that country.” The news spread about Jesus
simply through “word of mouth.” According to
Wikipedia, “word of mouth” is described as “the
passing of information from person to person by oral
by Mr. Reeves
communication.” Obviously, this can be accomplished
on a cell phone or on Facebook, but it is personal and
one-on-one. !
I am often asked about what method we have
used at BRCA to get the word out about our school.
While we do some advertising, I
simply tell folks that we have
tripled over the last seven
years by “word of mouth.” You
see parents watch their
children grow in
knowledge and in
character, and they want
the same for others. So
they simply tell their friends –
“word of mouth.” !
!Who do you know who could
benefit from BRCA? Let me
challenge you to take some time today to identify at
least one family who could, and then develop a plan
to let them know about your school. More people were
helped by Jesus during His earthly ministry because
people told others, and the same can be true today.!
A SPECIAL THANKS
First of all, our Thanksgiving Food Drive was a huge
success; and the Good Shepherd Children’s Home
would like to send a special thanks to all those who
gave. A home full of children and workers will be fed
this season in large part to BRCA students, parents,
and faculty. Our school collected hundreds of food
and cleaning items during that week! Also, we would
like to thank all those families who helped us bring in
over 4,000 Box Tops! We are so thankful for all the
families who make up BRCA!!
CURRENT EVENTS
Jan. 6 First Day Back!
Jan. 6 Report Cards
Report cards go home this Monday and
need to be returned by the following
Tuesday. Jan. 6 Parent Teacher Meeting
Because communication is so important,
please make sure you are here to hear
how your child has done this quarter and
what they can improve on next quarter.
Many other points of interest will be
given out as well.
Jan. 9 TACS CHECK #1
Jan. 14 Chapel/Pizza Day
Jan. 16 TACS CHECK #2
Jan. 17 Culotte Check
Jan. 20 MLK Day
No school! Enjoy the day off.
Jan. 21 Chapel/Pizza Day Jan. 21 TACS CHECK #3
Jan. 24 BACKWARDS DAY
If you have ever been in a hurry, put
something on backwards and then been
embarrassed about it, Friday is the day
to wear all of your clothes backwards
and fit right in with the rest of the
New York City Evangelistic Trip
student body. Jan. 31 Parent Day & TACS Program
Plan on attending Parent Day!
Come get a glimpse of what your child
has been learning all year. We will have
class presentations at 11:30, lunch at
12:30, and a TACS program at 1:30.
Come witness all the different BRCA
entries for the upcoming TACS district
fine arts competition - everything from
sacred piano solo to art to Bible quizzing
to our new
choral group!
For the last thirteen years, many
people have trusted Christ and
received spiritual help through the Bill
Rice Ranch’s New York City
Evangelistic Trip. This year’s trip is
January 6-9. Over 13 years, we have
handed out over 170,000 pieces of
gospel literature in 8 languages; and
as a result, we have seen over 680
trust Christ for heaven. We always
have several go that are on Ranch
staff, but a large percentage of those
that go are friends from around the
country. Pray for those going and
those who will hear (or read) the
gospel. Also pray about the
possibility of going yourself next year.
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Feb. 6-7 District TACS at
Hendersonville
Many of our students will be competing
against other Christian young people
from the Nashville area. Please pray that
they all will do their best and glorify the
Lord with their talents. !
STUDENTS OF THE MONTH
Warren McConnell: Warren has shown integrity throughout the school year. I know I can trust his words. He works hard
to do what is right. Way to go, Warren!
Kaylee Merkler: Kaylee is very honest and goes out of her way to make sure what she says is completely accurate. She
does what is right even when she doesn’t know anyone is watching. Great job, Kaylee!
Katriel Crandall: Katriel has been an excellent example of good integrity this month. She strives to always tell the ruth
and be honest in everything. Great job, Katriel!
Kinsey Ness: Kinsey has been working so hard to have integrity this month. She is being so careful to do what is right!
I’m so proud of you, Kinsey!
William Buttrey: William has been a fine example of integrity. He tells the truth without regard to possible negative
consequences. Way to go, William!
Charlie Cowart: Charlie has shown integrity this month. He tells the truth even if it might not be convenient for him. He is
a great example to his classmates! Keep it up, Charlie!
Character Trait of the Month:
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Responsibility Definition: being accountable for your actions; fulfilling your duties!
Examples:!
1. Do what you say you will do.!
2. Make your room job a priority, and do it to the best of your ability each
day.!
3. Never respond with an excuse (“I was just...”).
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BILL RICE CHRISTIAN
ACADEMY
Mail: 627 Bill Rice Ranch Road Murfreesboro, TN 37128
Phone: 615-893-2767 Email: [email protected]
Web: BRCAmustangs.org