June 4, 2009
High School Graduation
This year's High School Graduation took place the evening of Thursday, June 4, 2009 at Christ Church of Oakbrook. The graduates entered the sanctuary to the traditional "Pomp and CIrcumstance" in what would be the final memory of their time at TImothy Christian Schools. Dr. Timothy Bowman, father of graduate Hannah, opened in prayer.
Salutatorian Thomas Huiner shared memories of what made their class unique and said although their departure would leave a gap, next year's class would continue to learn, grow and serve God as well. Valedictorian Rachel Groters thanked teachers who had invested their time, care and concern throughout the years. She quoted from the book The Little Prince, "It is the time you have spent with your rose that makes your rose so important" and was grateful that the teachers always made them feel important.
This year's Distinguished Alumni Award was presented to Dr. Cindy Tamminga, Class of 1979. She took the audience on a walk down memory lane and reminisced about her years at Timothy and teachers who had made an impact on her life She then spoke of her career as a Naval Commander and Dr. at Bethesda Medical Hospital.
Rev. Daniel Meyer, Senior Pastor at Christ Church of OakBrook, gave the address and used a plane analogy of how the graduates were "taking off" into the world after graduation. He advised them that when the storms come, as they always do, to hold true to their compass, the Word of God. By following that, they will always have a Kingdom Flight Plan.
Diplomas were handed out by School Board President Mr. Bob VanStaalduinen. A final prayer by Dr. John Kim, father of graduate Becky, and the graduates exited the sanctuary to receive hugs and congratulations from friends and proud family members.
Congratulations and God's Blessings to the Timothy Christian High School Class of 2009!
