Perspective on Stewardship

Abounding in Hope

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” (Romans 15:13)

In today’s digital age, it is increasingly difficult to manage the information and opinions our children see and hear. Much of the content we consume is filled with despair, and how this information manifests in our youth is of great concern to caregivers everywhere. As our ability to filter this noise diminishes, it is exceedingly important for our children to build a true understanding of the world around them – to see, hear, speak, and demonstrate hope and joy in daily life.

We strive to expose our girls to the teachings of Christ in both active and passive ways. Whether it is through a lesson at children’s chapel on Sunday or an act of kindness by one of us, we seek to provide and demonstrate examples of God’s steadfast and abounding love at every opportunity. Some time ago, we heard a pastor compare Sunday worship to a symphony warming up before a performance. This metaphor rings true for us today, especially as we work to instill values in our children. Sundays at Shadyside help us to stay “in-tune” with our beliefs and renew our efforts to rejoice as a family in all that is good and hopeful in the world around us.

Contributed by Trustee Alexander G. Dick and Rebecca H. Dick