This episode highlights a recent middle school retreat at Portsmouth Christian Academy led by Principal Lois Blatchley and Assistant Principal David White, with chaplain David Moore supporting the community. The retreat focused on uniting sixth through eighth graders early in the year and introducing a theme of compassionate community.

Listeners hear about worship, team-building activities like the human knot and charades, and how the retreat mixed grade levels to foster new friendships. Students Ian and Kaylee share personal reflections on worship, lunchtime connections, and welcoming over 20 new students.

School leaders describe their goals for the year: creating opportunities for students to love and serve one another with head, heart, and hands, and helping new students feel seen and included. The episode offers a glimpse into middle school life at PCA and the people helping shape a supportive, faith-centered community.