Last September we prayed for the newest Christian college in
Denmark, Hovedstadens Kristne Gymnasium, or HKGYM. At the time it was still a
dream, however, and a year away from opening. Who knew what would happen?
This month the strategically located school (it’s in the
Vanløse neighborhood of Copenhagen) has been dedicated, classes are open, and
instructors are in place. And a new rector, Sigbjørn Sørensen, is excited about
the doors God is opening for them in the coming year.
“The first school year is going to be a year of learning
together for everyone,” he says.
Now 20 or more young, excited Danes are preparing for
lifetimes of service in the second-floor facility, with faith-based studies in
everything from design and technology to media and Christian studies. There’s
even a study tour planned to the United States.
Here’s
a look at the first students, in their new school. Even if you don’t
understand their Danish, their excitement is obvious. (And they have a great
view of the city!)
In a secular society like Denmark’s, this new opportunity to
study under Christian educators, in an environment where Christian faith is
supported and encouraged, is huge. These students and educators need our
prayers:
PRAY for the
first group of students, that God would honor this step of faith and that they
would grow as believers.
PRAY for students
who may not yet know Christ, that their lives would be transformed.
PRAY that even
more students and instructors would be added, that this school would thrive and
grow.
PRAY for the
instructors, that they would faithfully guide their students and model
Christian lifestyles.
PRAY for Rector
Sigbjørn Sørensen and the HKGYM leadership, for godly wisdom in this first year
and beyond.
THANK God for
moving in the lives of young Danes at HKGYM.