Tina Reeder. Ironman.
Tristen Johns, Staff Writer
December 21, 2011
“There we were, just He and I crossing that finish line and I felt His presence like never before.” Before November 5, 2011, Mrs. Tina Reeder had a few titles—all recognizable by her CCA family: mother of CCA junior, Avery Reeder, Health and Home Economics teacher, cheerleading coach, CPR instructor,... Read more »
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe: Play Review
Alexandra Gomez, Staff Writer/Managing Editor
December 21, 2011
On Friday, November 11 and Saturday, November 12, Calvary Christian Academy showcased an adaption of a C.S. Lewis masterpiece, Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe in the Calvary Chapel Theatre. Originally done in the Hollywood Theatre, Calvary had the opportunity to re-showcase... Read more »
The Invisible War
Jessie Gushue, Senior Writer
December 21, 2011
The sound of a child’s whimper and vision of an innocent tear stained face will compel one to outstretch their arms and soothe the unsettled baby. Yet, how does the thought of a bloody scream ejected from a demon ensnared human being, make one feel? Or consider the shame of an enslaved girl, expected... Read more »
Be Inspired. Submit to Journey.
Annie Harley, Staff Writer
December 20, 2011
Inspiration is a journey in itself. It is also an occurring theme throughout Journey, Christian Academy’s Literary Magazine. If someone were to flip through the pages of the magazine, they would find CCA’s finest works. The magazine is filled with creative writing, spectacular photographs, flowing... Read more »
The Holiday I’ll Never Forget
Various Writers
December 20, 2011
The sound of “silver bells” never sounded more beautiful, the fresh taste of peppermint never sweeter, the lingering smell of pine never so relaxing, especially at such a wonderful time of the year. Now, hot chocolate in hand, take a read at the stories of your classmates and teachers—the funny,... Read more »
Occupy Wall Street
Jessie Gushue, Senior Writer
December 20, 2011
September 17, 2011 marked the beginnings of a nationwide movement which claims to demand the reinstatement of an economy that will provide jobs and stability to Americans. This movement is being called “Occupy Wall Street” or OWS, for the reason that protesters have been gathering on Wall Street... Read more »
The Holiday I’ll Never Forget
Maritza Cosano Gomez, Editor-in-Chief
December 20, 2011
I’ll never forget the girl with the red scarf. She was eleven, as was I, but where my legs were short and skinny, hers seemed to go on forever, all the way up to her underarms—unusual for a Spanish girl from Madrid, Spain, but not as much as her pale skin and curly, red hair. We shouldn’t have... Read more »
Is it Okay to Smuggle Snacks into the Movie Theater?
Hannah Larson, Staff Writer
November 18, 2011
In this struggling economy it is hard to find things at a decent price. It seems like everywhere we turn the prices are going up. Even the movies, which has always been a family favorite fun thing to do, is becoming too hard to afford. The rising costs of movie tickets and concession items have many... Read more »
CCA Student Council
Sara Kelliher, Staff Writer
November 18, 2011
Under the intrepid guidance of Mr. Steve Mayo, CCA Student Council is back with a new year of unifying events. The Messenger introduces you to each grade’s representative for Student Council 2011-2012, giving you a glimpse of what they believe and why the believe it. Here are their thoughts…on... Read more »
Serving in the Military
Alex Rynard, Staff Writer/ Assistant Photo Editor
November 18, 2011
Five years ago when people would ask me what I wanted to be when I grew up, my ready answer was, “I want to be a teacher or a doctor.” Today, if you were to ask me that question, my answer would be very different. I want to serve my country in the United States Coast Guard. The thought of serving... Read more »