Hey Team,

Week 2 already! 

This week at Prescott Primary Northern has been a meaningful and insightful one. As a new chaplain, I have had the privilege of working alongside Pr Roland and Pr Andy in guiding the staff and students towards spiritual growth. Our morning staff devotions have focused on the genealogy of Jesus found in Matthew and it has been a powerful reminder of God's transformative power. Despite the flaws and failures of the individuals in Jesus' lineage, God still chose to work through them and accomplish amazing things. This has impacted how I view my experiences and has given me a greater understanding of God's grace and redemption. We as a staff have gained a deeper appreciation for God's sovereignty and the importance of recognizing His hand in all things. It has been a privilege to be welcomed into the PPN community and I look forward to continuing to grow and serve alongside everyone. 

In addition to our morning devotions, getting to know the students at PPN has been one of the highlights of my week. Interacting with the students in the playground and in the classroom has been a fun and rewarding experience. Coming off a long break, the students are full of energy and curiosity, and it has been wonderful to see them grow and learn through our time together. I have been struck by their kindness and generosity as they help this new face navigate their school. It’s a privilege to be a part of their lives and there isn’t a better group of kids to be the “new guy” around than the students here.

I am looking forward to the year and to see the students reach their full potential through their education and spiritual growth.

God bless,

Toby Ackland