The explicit invitation into Deep Hope is a core practice for many of us. As Sioux Falls Christian gathered for their kickoff retreat, Superintendent Jay Woudstra shared his Deep Hope that the SFC community would have “eyes on eternity” this school year.  Using words and images shared by Jay, secondary art teacher Sara Mulder painted this image to represent Jay’s Deep Hope.  

As a closing activity for their day of TfT training, staff were invited to add to the canvas—either a word from their own deep hope or a word that represented their inspiration and learning from the day together.This Deep Hope canvas hangs in Jay's office as a visual reminder of the Deep Hope present at SFC.