Reflection Question: How might the work on your desk today be helping God bless a school community, even if you never see the full impact?
Scripture: “Let us not grow weary in doing what is right, for we will reap at harvest time, if we do not give up.” (Galatians 6:9)
As we continue through the season after Pentecost, the Church’s “green season”, our focus shifts from the great events of Christ’s life, death, resurrection and the giving of the Holy Spirit, to what it means to live faithfully as God’s people day by day.
This season reminds us that much of God’s work happens in the ordinary.
For those of us who work in an office supporting our learning communities, it can sometimes be difficult to see the direct impact of what we do. We may not be standing in front of a classroom, leading a chapel service, or sitting alongside a student. Instead, our days are filled with meetings, planning, policy work, administration, communications, finances, project management, and countless other tasks that help schools flourish.
At times, this work can feel distant from the front line of ministry and learning.
Yet Scripture reminds us that God works through many different vocations. The Apostle Paul compares the Church to a body, where every part has a unique role to play. Not everyone is called to the same work, but every calling matters.
Martin Luther understood this deeply. He taught that God serves and cares for people through the everyday work of ordinary Christians. In God’s kingdom there is no divide between “important” and “unimportant” work when that work serves our neighbour.
When a our learning communities are well supported, teachers are freed to teach. Leaders are better equipped to lead. Resources reach students. Professional learning strengthens practice. Communities are encouraged and connected. While we may not always see the harvest, our work helps create the conditions in which schools can continue their mission of sharing the love of Christ and providing excellent learning opportunities for young people.
The season after Pentecost invites us to trust that God is at work, even when the results are not immediately visible and when people in our communities are becoming weary and impatient. We sow seeds through faithful service, careful planning, wise decisions and supportive relationships. The growth belongs to God.
So today, as we continue the work entrusted to us, we can do so with confidence. The risen Christ is present not only in classrooms and chapels, but also in offices, Teams meetings, spreadsheets, emails and strategic plans. Through these ordinary tasks, God continues to bless and support His people.
Prayer
Gracious God,
Thank you for calling each of us to serve in different ways. Help us to see our daily work as part of your mission in the world.
When our tasks feel routine or unseen, remind us that you work through faithful service offered in love. Bless the schools, teachers, leaders, students and families we support, and strengthen us as we seek to equip others for their ministry.
Keep us focused on Christ, confident in your grace, and encouraged that our work contributes to the flourishing of your schools and communities.
Through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Kim Powell
Director: Learning Futures
LEVNT
