Verse of the Day:
“I am a true sprouting vine, and the farmer who tends the vine is my Father. He cares for the branches connected to me by lifting and propping up the fruitless branches and pruning every fruitful branch to yield a greater harvest. – John 15:2
Thought for the Day:
Jesus again in this verse tells us that He is the vine. God is the gardener. As the gardener, He cares for us. God is watching over us. He is helping us, tending us, and helping us grow.
Often, we are mindful of only bearing fruit for God. And while that is important, this verse also shows us how much God loves us. God cares so much for us, that He helps us in our weakness. When we’re weak and unfruitful, God lifts us up. He helps us become more fruitful for Him.
You might feel like you haven’t been doing a good job for God. You might feel like you mess up a lot. And when you do, remember today’s verse. God responds to you with love. He loves you so much, and wants to prop you up and encourage you today.
This year, make it a goal to get closer to God. As you do, you’ll see that He wants to prop you up, lift you up, and help you to grow stronger in Him. Don’t be discouraged, instead stay encouraged that God loves you and wants to see you grow.
Announcements:
JH Boys Basketball Tryouts - Tuesday 3pm-4:30pm and Wednesday 2:30-4pm
Tuesday - 8th grade in North Gym and 7th grade on JH outdoor court
Wednesday - 8th grade on JH outdoor court and 7th grade in North Gym
Teams will be announced and first practice on Thursday 3pm - 8th grade in North Gym and 7th grade on JH outdoor court
JH Girls Basketball Practices: 8th grade (Varsity) M, T, TH and F from 3-4:30 pm; Wednesdays from 2:30-4pm. 7th grade (JV) M, T, and TH from 3-4:30 pm; Wednesdays from 2:30-4pm. Practices are on the Elementary outdoor court unless changed by your coaches and you are notified by them of the change.
Attention JH/HS Boys: If you are interested in playing volleyball this Spring: the season is upon us and we are getting ready to start tryouts/practices. If you are interested in playing, please fill out the appropriate form ASAP. If you are in a winter sport, please still fill it out. If you have any questions, feel free to email/talk to Mr. Baltazar - ebaltazar@immanuelschools.com
Jr. High Boys Volleyball 2024
High School Boys Volleyball 2024
This Week in Athletics:
Tuesday 1/9
HS Girls Soccer - @ Home vs CVC
JV: 4:30pm
Varsity: 6pm
HS Girls Basketball - @ Kingsburg High School
JV: 5pm
Varsity: 6:30pm
Wednesday 1/10
HS Boys Basketball - @ Reedley High School
F/S: 4:30pm
JV: 6:00pm
Varsity: 7:30pm
HS Boys Wrestling - 5pm @ Home vs Hanford West High School
HS Boys Soccer - 6pm @ Home vs Washington Union High School
Thursday 1/11
HS Girls Soccer - @ Sierra Pacific High School
JV: 4:30pm
Varsity: 6pm
HS Girls Basketball - @ Sierra Pacific High School
JV: 5pm
Varsity: 6:30pm
Friday 1/12
HS Boys Basketball - @ Exeter Union High School
F/S: 4:30pm
JV: 6:00pm
Varsity: 7:30pm
HS Boys Soccer - 6pm @ Kingsburg High School
Saturday 1/13
HS Boys Wrestling - 9am @ Sanger High School
