A new high school dedicated—Redlands, CA
Duane Huisken's dedication remarks for Hope PR Christian High School in Redlands, CA recount the history of the Protestant Reformed Church's commitment to Christian education in California, from the establishment of the denomination's first school in 1934 through its loss and eventual restoration with the opening of this high school. The address emphasizes God's providence and patience throughout the multi-decade journey of acquiring land, building facilities, and maintaining the vision of covenant-based Christian education across generations. This resource provides valuable historical insight into the practical implementation of the PRC's educational philosophy and the perseverance required to establish and sustain Reformed Christian schools.
Text of remarks made at the dedication of Hope PR Christian High School (Redlands, CA) by Duane Huisken. Psalm 127:1 states, "Except the Lord build the house, they labor in vain that build it." The same may be said about those who built this high school. Throughout the addition of this high school, patience was a necessary ingredient. At the January 21 groundbreaking, it was mentioned that construction was delayed because of a dead tree. Even in this, God was teaching us patience. In God's...
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