Spiritual Life

2024-25 Theme - Renewed Minds, Transformed Lives

A Message from our Dean of Christian Life

As we embark on this new school year, I am thrilled to introduce the Spiritual Life theme that will shape our journey together: "Renewed Minds, Transformed Lives." This draws inspiration from Romans 12:2, inviting students to begin a journey of renewal and transformation. Through the renewal of their minds in Christ, students are empowered to live lives that reflect His love, truth, and purpose, impacting the Oakland Christian school community and beyond.

Romans 12:2
"Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect."

Below are some additional Bible passages that we will be covering this year:

Ephesians 4:23-24: “Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes. Put on your new nature, created to be like God—truly righteous and holy.”

Colossians 3:9-10: “Don’t lie to each other, for you have stripped off your old sinful nature and all its wicked deeds. Put on your new nature, and be renewed as you learn to know your Creator and become like him.”

2 Corinthians 3:18: “So all of us who have had that veil removed can see and reflect the glory of the Lord. And the Lord—who is the Spirit—makes us more and more like him as we are changed into his glorious image.”

Philippians 4:8: "Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things." 
While not directly about renewal, this verse encourages believers to focus their minds on positive, godly things, which aligns with the concept of renewing our minds.

1 Peter 1:13: "So prepare your minds for action and exercise self-control. Put all your hope in the gracious salvation that will come to you when Jesus Christ is revealed to the world." 

We thank you for the opportunity to partner with you as parents to not only educate your students but also to nurture their spiritual development. We are honored to support and encourage them as they grow in their faith and watch as they develop into compassionate and responsible individuals.

Please join me in prayer for the upcoming school year. I pray that God will continue to bless OCS and use us to equip each student for His purpose. May this theme, “Renewed Minds, Transformed Lives,” be a constant reminder to all of us of the transformative power in following Jesus and the peace that comes in doing so.

Wishing you a blessed and fulfilling school year,

Chris Malmstrom
Dean of Christian Life