ISCF Graduation 2015 exceeded all expectations! There were
12 graduates and 18 guests - board members, sponsors and supporters - in attendance, and
we all had a great time of fellowship.
Fun from the start! |
The program began with a welcome and
prayer by our Board Chairman, Rodney Mc Intyre, and chairperson Cheryl Jessemy
guided us through the program smoothly. There were some really fun icebreakers
which facilitated interaction between the graduates and the guest.
Winning team celebrates |
This was
followed by a time of praise and worship led by Princess Jaggassar, a graduate
from TAMCC.
Graduates lead in worship |
Hearts united in praise |
Two students shared their testimonies about the impact of ISCF on
their lives as students. Jayna James from Anglican High School spoke about how
much she learnt during the meetings, and how she understood better how to
interact with students who had different beliefs than she did.
Jayna James representing ISCF at Anglican High School |
Outgoing CCCF President Kishell Ruben shares her testimony |
Kishell Ruben,
past president of CCCF shared how her involvement in the ministry helped her to
take her Christian life more seriously, and to grow spiritually in her walk
with the Lord. Shanika and Loraine sang ‘Carry your candle’ to encourage their
peers to represent Christ wherever they ended up, and certificates were
distributed to all the graduates.
Beautiful rendition of the challenge to light your world |
Jamie receiving his certificate from faithful sponsor Mae Patterson |
We had the privilege of having Eric Marshall as our speaker
for this year’s graduation ceremony. As one of our earliest and most consistant
supporters who resided in New York, we were pleased to invite him to share his
heart with the graduates. They were encouraged by his testimony of God’s
provision for him when he had to advance his studies, not knowing where the
funds would come from. He also encouraged them to keep serving the Lord, and to
not allow the distractions of the world to lead them astray. He ended his
message with the words of Psalm 1:1-2, challenging the students to remain
connected to Christ long after they left school.
Eric Marshall sharing his testimony with the students |
Board Director Joan Purcell prayed over our graduates,
asking God’s provision and direction for them as they moved on to this new
phase of their lives. Following a group picture, we enjoyed a sweet time of
fellowship over refreshments that no one wanted to end. On top of all of this,
we were able to christen our P.A. system, which was donated by ISCF supporters
living in the States!
Covering our graduates with prayer |
We give God thanks for the great time of fellowship,
testimonies and encouragement which was enjoyed by all who attended.
The proud graduates |
Well done! I'm impressed!
ReplyDeleteTo God be The Glory! Very Well done!
ReplyDeleteGod is indeed an awesome God!
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