Principal's Ponderings

Let’s Connect

“Two are better than one… If either of them falls down, one can help the other up.

- Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 (NIV)

Have you ever felt a little 'off', even though everything seemed okay on the outside?

Sometimes, it is hard to put a finger on it. Life is full, the calendar is packed, and the routine keeps marching on. Yet deep down, something feels… disconnected. That ache? It is often a reminder from our hearts that we were created for something more, created for connection.

God designed us to live in relationship, with Him and with each other. From the very beginning, in Genesis 2:18, we read, “It is not good for man to be alone.” That verse is not just about marriage; it is about the way we are wired as human beings. Whether we are outgoing or reserved, young or old, we all flourish when we are meaningfully connected with others.

During the busy rhythms of the school term (in the middle of Term 2 is right in the busy of Term 2!) or the everyday demands of work and parenting, it is easy to find ourselves unintentionally drifting into isolation. Maybe it is because we are tired. Maybe we are unsure how to re-engage. But here is the good news, reconnection often begins with just one small act. A moment of kindness. A simple check-in. A smile or a listening ear.

Think about how much these little things can mean:

• A smile in the hallway.

• A quick 'How are you going?' to a colleague or friend.

• A shared laugh at lunchtime.

• A warm wave or hello at school pickup. (We already do this one well in the school driveway!)

These are not just polite gestures. They carry the heartbeat of God’s design for community. They’re moments where we mirror the love of Jesus.

Jesus was the master of connection. He did not just teach about love, He lived it. He walked closely with friends, welcomed children, noticed the forgotten, shared meals with outcasts, and paused to comfort the hurting. His way was never rushed or too busy for people. And in doing so, He showed us what it truly means to live in loving connection with others.

So here is our challenge and invitation this week: let us be people who lean in, not pull away. Let’s be brave enough to reach out, even when we are not sure how it will be received. Let’s allow Jesus to guide us in building bridges of kindness, compassion, and community. You never know how deeply your simple act of connection might bless someone else, or even change their day entirely.

And remember, we do not do this alone. God is with us, cheering us on, reminding us that even the smallest spark of kindness can light up someone’s world.

Try these family connection starters this week:

• Write a kind note for someone in your family or class.

• Ask someone, 'What was the best part of your day?'

• Invite someone new to play or sit with you at lunch.

• Share one thing you’re grateful for around the dinner table.

We were created for connection. Let’s live like it, together.

Shalom shalom,

Chad Smit