From The Mount

In this From the Mount podcast, the lower school, middle school, and high school counselors talk about the challenges faced today in strengthening social skills at different developmental stages.

In this  From the Mount  podcast, High School Principal Jason Beard discusses the different components of prayer as well as his aspiration for all high school students.

In this  From the Mount  podcast, Middle School Principal Peter Hill shares about how learning as a child that God refines us when we go through difficulty has influenced his work showing middle schoolers the immense growth that takes place when they overcome challenges.

In this episode of  From the Mount , MPCS alumni Scotty Valiani, a pastor at Four Points Church in Acworth, discusses with Steve Kyle and Viola the importance of being rooted in a local church.

In this episode of From the Mount, High School Science teacher Dr. Bonnie Stephens discusses how faith and science are not at odds, and how the science class is actually the perfect place to talk about our creator God. She explains that as we look at the complexity of all things that He has made we realize that there is no way that everything could come into existence through random chance.

In this episode of  From the Mount, MPCS guidance counselors talk through the college planning process and recommendations.

In this episode of  From the Mount,  Associate Head of School Tawanna Rusk, High School Director of Counseling Viola Lussier, and Assistant Head of School for Christian Life Steve Kyle discuss what parents are dealing with in current times and how best independent and faith-based schools can support them.

In this episode of  From the Mount,  Academic Specialist Steve Bohlmann and MPCS Bible teacher Scott Minear join the podcast to discuss if there is such a thing as Biblical productivity. While giving advice from their own life experiences, they discuss the difference between productivity and work in a world that uses productivity metrics on a regular basis.

In this episode of  From the Mount,  high school government/economics teacher Syndi Kyle joins the podcast to talk about her experiences when it comes to parenting girls. As Steve Kyle and Viola Lussier lead the discussion, tips are given to get to know your children better and to assist parents in meeting God's expectations for parents as well as their daughters.

In the latest episode of From the Mount, Associate Head of School Tawanna Rusk defines bullying and how to identify it. She shares tips to address bullying, whether someone is on the receiving end or the one bullying others. To read more, check out the WingTips blog on this topic. https://blog.mtparanschool.com/5-ways-christians-can-respond-to-bullying

In this episode of From the Mount , Syndi Kyle, high school government/economics teacher, joins the podcast to discuss what picking a word for the year truly means. As Steve Kyle, Viola Lussier, and Syndi Kyle discuss their words for the year, they give suggestions on how you can pick your word to start off this new year. To read more, check out the WingTips blog on this topic. https://blog.mtpara...

On this episode of,  From the Mount,  High School Math Teacher, Wes Anderson, contributes to a discussion about Christmas traditions around the world. While talking about Christmas traditions, we are reminded about the most important gift, that God sent His son for the expressed purpose of redemption and restoration for the world.

Sports are a big deal. Join us  From the Mount  as MPCS alumnus Will Thompson '07 explores the growing focus on sports in America, how God can use sports as a discipleship opportunity, and how your athletic competition makes you better.

MPCS alumnus Will Thompson '07 joins  From the Mount  to share his passion for missions and sports and how God continuously makes a way for people to do His work – we need only to be open and willing to answer the call.

In this episode, host Steve Kyle talks about the existence of God with guest Scott Minear. This is the second part of a two-part series.

On this episode of  From the Mount , MPCS middle school and high school counselors, Melissa Troskie and Viola Lussier, share their takes on mental health issues students are facing.

This episode of From the Mount , introduces and discusses two of the the four major arguments for the existence of God. Host Steve Kyle and guest Scott Minear discuss.

On this episode of  From the Mount , MPCS varsity volleyball coach Selena Chancy reflects on her twelve years of coaching at MPCS. Selena offers sound advice on what it means to be coachable as an athlete while emphasizing that every player on a team has an important role regardless of how much playing time they receive. She also talks about the life lessons that can be learned through playing spo...

On this episode of  From the Mount , MPCS class of 2023 graduate Caitlin Ealey reflects on her time at the school, sharing how her MPCS experience influenced her path, including college major and college choice. Caitlin offers sound advice for underclassmen and middle school students about choosing a college, approaching high school, and getting involved with the MPCS family.

What is "theological triage"? The latest episode of  From the Mount  takes a closer look at this biblical framework for navigating beliefs to aid in discussions with both other believers and with non-believers.

MPCS is intentionally a covenantal school, but what does that entail? Covenant Christian schools impact the lives of families, affording children an education within a school community that shares common values and foundational religious beliefs.   Join Head of School Dr. Tim Wiens in the latest  From The Mount podcast to hear more about how being a community of grace, mercy, love, and forgiveness...

In this episode of "From The Mount," MPCS Bible teachers, Dereko Robertson and Scott Minear, discuss Black History Month. Through scripture references and historical context, they collaborate to answer the question, "Should Christians acknowledge and celebrate Black History Month?"

In this episode of  From the Mount,  MPCS Head of Preschool Penny Harrison discusses the importance of play and its role in child development, including valuable social skills and gross motor development. By understanding the benefits of play, parents can help prepare their young children to thrive during their schooling years.

In this episode of  From the Mount,  Mount Paran Christian School Middle School Counselor and certified Executive Functioning coach Jocelyn Sotomayor introduces listeners to 3 of the 11 different Executive Functions. By understanding Executive Functioning and offering the right supports, parents can help their children thrive in both the classroom and in life. Want to learn more? For in-depth info...

Mount Paran Christian School is thrilled to introduce a new podcast, From the Mount. Mr. Steve Kyle, Dr. Tim Wiens, and Mrs. Viola Lussier kick-off our inaugural podcast episode discussing its purpose and mission to partner with home.