Statement of Mission and Ministry Of
Sarasota Lutheran School
“A Ministry of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church”
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church is part of one holy, catholic and apostolic church, which has existed and will exist until our Lord comes again. Our understanding of ministry is in three parts:
- We are to be concerned for the eternal welfare of people
- We are to be concerned for the temporal welfare of people
- We are to be concerned for the welfare of the earth and its capacity to support life
Accordingly we proclaim for all to hear that God is a God of Grace and Mercy in Jesus Christ and that it is His intention that all human capabilities and all earth resources be used for the common good. Humanity is to develop its gifts and talents so that people are blessed through the use of those gifts and talents. This means that we will wrap the learning of the arts in God’s gracious purposes for all humanity. Therefore,
“Sarasota Lutheran School is in ministry to nurture the whole child and family within the context of God’s gracious purposes through educational excellence for a life which positively impacts society.”
We are honored to assume responsibility for Sarasota Lutheran School and commit ourselves to this guiding principle.
We affirm our commitment to the finest education process; we understand the importance of early childhood learning, the necessity of excellent teachers, of pleasant surroundings, responsibility and respect. We are committed to the principle that the process of education is as important as the education itself. Finally we are committed to the continual enhancement of both curriculum and facilities.
Our staff is committed to its calling, and that is why they have chosen to serve in our school. They understand and accept the dignity and integrity of each student; that each is a gift from our creating and redeeming God. They are committed to helping the student develop his/her gifts to the best of their ability.
We understand the home to be the greatest interpreter of all life, including the education that we offer. Both Church and School will make every effort to be supportive of family and student.
We believe we are offering the finest educational process, a place where the students not only develop their God-given talents, but also the purposes for which they were given. Our students are the citizens of tomorrow, medical people, educators, clergy, every occupation of human life. We will educate today for an effective tomorrow. We strive to connect their capabilities with God’s gracious purposes, so that the “tomorrows” of human life are blessed by what we do here today.