Jacobs proclaims Lutheran Schools Week in Cullman

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Pictured in random order are Headmaster Rev. Richard Gaub; Senior Pastor and theology teacher Rev. John Bussman; teachers Amanda McDaniel (fourth grade), Jonathan Moody (fifth grade) and Deaconess Kate Phillips (sixth grade); and students Trendyn Thomason, Christopher Shikle, Jay Holderfield, Keaton Marotz, Levi Shikle, Preston Brown, C.J. Budweg, Elijah Maxcy, Ella Hogeland, McKayla Lee, Evelynn Phillips, Lordes Pruitt, Malia Smith, Evie Ragsdale, Asher Lamar, Kenzie Lee and Gabriel Bussman. (Mary Beth Sellers)

CULLMAN, Ala. – On Wednesday, Jan. 22, Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs officially proclaimed the week of Jan. 26 through Feb. 3, 2025, “Lutheran Schools Week” in the city. Administrators, teachers and students of St. Paul’s Lutheran School were on-hand to receive the proclamation from Jacobs.

“We are very appreciative of St. Paul’s Lutheran School and all they do to educate our young people,” said Jacobs. “I am proud to proclaim ‘Lutheran Schools Week’ to celebrate their impact on our community.”

St. Paul’s Lutheran School has operated in Cullman since 1954 with the twofold goal of cultivating the mind while nourishing the soul. The liberal arts curriculum cultivates the mind and character of its students by focusing on what is good, true and beautiful, while the soul is nourished through the Holy Scriptures, the Lutheran confessions and the liturgy and hymnody of the Church. St. Paul’s Lutheran School also extends the ministry of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church by proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ while providing an academically excellent education.

“My son went to St. Paul’s Lutheran School, so it holds a special place in my heart,” said Jacobs. “I know that they provide a quality education for their students and play a vital role in making Cullman a wonderful place to live, worship and raise a family.”

Lutheran Schools Week is an annual observance providing Lutheran preschools, elementary schools and high schools with a public opportunity to celebrate their efforts to provide excellent academic preparation for the children they serve and to share Jesus’ love with children and their families. The national theme for this year’s observance is “Endure (Hebrews 12:1-3).” Through this theme, scripture and associated activities and events, students will learn to: (1) Identify and overcome hindrances to their faith in Christ, (2) maintain Jesus as their focal point all of their lives, (3) reflect on Christ’s suffering and sacrifice for their salvation, (4) celebrate the joy and hope they have in Jesus Christ and (5) persevere in the Christian faith.

During Lutheran Schools Week, Jacobs urges residents to recognize and celebrate St. Paul’s Lutheran School’s history, success and continuing impact on the lives of so many in our community. To learn more about St. Paul’s Lutheran School visit www.stpaulscullman.com/school.

To learn more about Lutheran Schools Week visit www.lcms.org/resources.