THE TOP TEN THINGS I AM THINKING ON-NOVEMBER 30, 2011

"Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, THINK ON THESE THINGS." Phil. 4:8

1. I think my quote of the week is from Bobby Bowden. He said, "Don't go to the grave with life unused."

2. I think now that volleyball season is over, it is time for me to collect the uniforms. Please wash them, place in a zip lock baggy and bring to my office. Please do this by Friday so we can close out our fall season.

3. I think if you have taken any sport pictures this year and would like to share them with the athletic department, please email me at tpangle@countychristianschool.org. The pictures will help with our bulletin boards, our website and our yearbook.

4. I think our basketball season started this past Tuesday against Trinity Meadowview. Our boys lost but played a good fourth quarter to finish strong. Devin Greenhow made an incredible 5 3point shots. The girls shut TMV down with an impressive win. Their defense did not allow a point in the second half. D.J. Leonhardt led all scorers with 14 points. The boys will be back in action Thursday night at 5:00 against Frederick Home School. The game will be played in the Catamount Gym. For schedule and updates, please go to www.ccsathletics.org.

5. I think it was a rather long Thanksgiving break for my family. My dad went into the hospital on Thanksgiving and was not released until this past Monday. Thankfully, he has had two good back to back days. I am so deeply touched by your questions and comments of concern. It is truly a blessing when parents, students and faculty let me know they are praying for him. Please keep it up and do not stop. God answers prayer!

6. I think I want to remind everyone that the Christmas stockings are due back this Friday, December 2. Please contact your child's homeroom teacher as to what toys and supplies are needed. We had a high goal of 100 completed stockings. To accomplish this, we need all to participate. What a great time of year to concentrate on giving rather than receiving. This project is in cooperation with CFC's emphasis of "Gifts That Give Hope."

7. I think tomorrow morning, I will be meeting with the 8th grade Bible class to see who is thinking about going on the annual middle school mission trip. We were challenged in chapel this week by Dr. Daphne Thomas about using our gifts and talents for the Lord. On this trip, there will be plenty of opportunities to do this. Team members will spend spring break at the Verbo Orphanage in Puerto Cabezas, Nicaragua. CFC and its members provide on-going support for this orphanage. Team members will spend time with the orphans engaging in various activities including Bible studies, crafts, games, sports, and field trips to the river. Team members will also support the Verbo Church with various outreach ministries and projects at the orphanage. This trip is great for families (children 7 years and up). Information packets are available for download here http://cfellowshipc.org/pages/page.asp?page_id=19720

8. I think I want to encourage you to go to the Leesburg/Ashburn Today website and vote for our school, our teachers and our coaches in the 2011 Best of Loudoun Ballot. If interested go to www.leesburgtoday.com. Scroll all the way to the bottom and click the appropriate icon. One vote is allowed per computer. This will help our school with community recognition.

9.I think these are my "Touchdown Topics" for week 12...
Game of the Week-New England Patriots Versus Philadelphia Eagles
Team of the Week-Oakland Raiders
Player of the Week-Drew Brees
Coach of the Week-John Fox

10. I think the Redskins made me happy by getting a win over the Seahawks. I am wanting them to continue their victory streak over the Jets. They will beat Rex Ryan's team 17-13.