On Sunday, May 11, Trinity recognizes our 2025 High School Graduates during services with a blessing and special gift. Please take a moment to read what the class of 2025’s plans include and help congratulate them on all they have accomplished.
Congratulations and God’s continued blessing class of 2025!
Josie is a 2025 Shawnee Mission South High School graduate and plans to attend University of Arkansas, Fay Jones School of Architecture.
“I loved LVR and made many new friends that I still talk to today. My favorite part every year was hiking the mountain at four in the morning, there would always a couple close falls. And finally getting to the top and worshiping/singing while we watched the sun come up above the mountains.” ~Josie
“Josie: we are all so very proud of you and all you have accomplished. It has been a joy to watch you become such a beautiful, kind and thoughtful young woman who loves her friends, family and Jesus deeply. You will do great things and we will walk beside you every step of the way. We love you!”
“It is the Lord who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.”
~Deuteronomy 31:8
Nora is a 2025 Olathe Northwest High School graduate. She plans to attend Kansas State University in the fall.
“My favorite high school memory is all the different social events, like football games and dances. During those times I got to meet a lot of great people and experience different things. Along the way I made lifelong friendships.” ~Nora
“Nora,
As you embark on this exciting new chapter, know that your hard work and dedication have led you to this well-deserved milestone. May your future be filled with joy, success, and fulfillment of your dreams as you follow your heart. The world awaits you with endless possibilities, and we have no doubt you will make the most of them. You have the power to shape your own destiny. Go forth with courage, passion, belief in your abilities, and God.
2 Corinthians 5:7—I will walk by faith, even when I cannot see. When we have no choice but to walk by faith it will teach us all how to be faithful to Christ. God’s word says that he is working all things out for our good. He is making away, continue to trust in him. Talk to him every day. God is listening.
These are important words to live by as you venture out into the world after graduation. Congratulations on graduating!
We love you….Mom, Dad, and Ava”
“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you;
and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you;
when you walk through fire you shall not be burned,
and the flame shall not consume you.”
~Isaiah 43:2
James is a 2025 Mill Valley High School graduate and plans to attend Johnson County Community College in the fall. His major is undecided.
“My favorite memory from youth group is when I traveled to South Dakota, serving and helping others, and getting to see Mt. Rushmore.” ~James
“James,
We can’t believe you, the baby of our family. is graduating from high school! It has been four years of very special moments, where you have made us super proud! Not only because of your accomplishments in school and sports, but most of all because of the courage you have shown, as you have grown into an amazing, godly young man! We know that you are going to do amazing things in your life and will continue to touch many lives along the way! Thank you for making us proud and being the best son and brother a family could ever ask for! We love you so very much and can’t wait to see what God has in store for you in the future!
Love, Mom, Dad, Jordan, Jessica, and Jenna”
“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you;
and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you;
when you walk through fire you shall not be burned,
and the flame shall not consume you.”
~Isaiah 43:2
Katie is a 2025 Mill Valley High School graduate and plans to attend Johnson County Community College in the fall.
“My favorite memory from high school is going to all of the football games—getting ready for the games with my friends.” ~Katie
“Katie – we are so proud of the terrific young lady you have become. Remember that you can always turn to your Mom, Dad, brother, and God – each of us will always be here to love you forever.”
“If you love me, you will keep my commandments.”
~John 14:15
Alyssa is a 2025 DeSoto High School graduate and plans to attend Kansas State University in the fall studying architecture.
“Marching band and concert band were definitely my favorite activities in high school. I met so many people that became my family while making music together. I’ve learned so much from my time as section leader that I will never forget after high school.” ~Alyssa
“We’re so proud of all you’ve accomplished and know that you’ll do great things at Kansas State!”
“…teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
~Matthew 28:20
Madison is a 2025 Olathe Northwest High School graduate. She plans to attend Kansas State University in the fall, majoring in marketing and minoring in leadership studies.
“My favorite memory is making candy salad during our South Dakota mission trip as well as navigating the challenges during the trip.” ~Madison
“We are so thankful God has blessed us with you as a daughter. Being your parents has brought us great joy and we look forward to seeing all that God has in store for you!
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6”
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” ~Jeremiah 29:11
Delaney is a 2025 McLouth High School graduate and will be begin her nursing studies at Kansas City Kansas Community College, then transfer to the Univeristy of Kansas for a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
“FFA was my favorite school activity. I learned good public speaking, teamwork, and confidence” ~Delaney
“Delaney, we are so proud of you and your servant heart. Keep embracing others with love, boundaries and compassion. Love, Mom & Dad.”
“I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” ~Philipians 4:13
Rebecca is a 2025 Bonner Springs High School graduate. She plans to attend Kansas State University in the fall, majoring in kinesiology and integrated physiology with plans to become a physical therapist.
“In high school I really enjoyed participating in band. I had a lot of fun getting to play at football and basketball games, including state basketball my senior year. I also enjoyed getting to perform at marching festivals, and getting to go on several trips to perform at places like the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago.” ~Rebecca
“Rebecca,
We are so proud of you and all that you have accomplished. You have worked so hard, and we know that you have an amazing future ahead of you. As you head off to college, we hope that you keep your confirmation verse in mind. In all that you do, we hope that you, “Seek the Lord and his strength; seek his face continually.”
“Seek the Lord and his strength;
seek his presence continually!” ~1 Chronicles 16: 11
Kjell is a 2025 DeSoto High School graduate and will attend Kansas State University College of Agriculture in the fall on a pre-veterinary track.
“I was in band all four years, and being a part of it gave me opportunities that many never have. My freshman year the band went on a trip to Florida and played music at Disney World. The summer following my junior year I had the opportunity to travel in Europe as part of Kansas Musicians Abroad with a full concert band, full orchestra, and full choir. We toured England, France, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Austria, and Germany, spending three days in each country, and performing together in historical locations including Fontainebleau, FR.” ~Kjell
“JOSHUA 1:9 – ‘Have I not commanded you, be strong and courageous, do not be afraid, do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.’”
“And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you. To him be the dominion forever and ever. Amen.”
~1 Peter 5:10-11
Abby is a 2025 Christ Prep Academy graduate. She plans to attend Kansas State University, where she will pursue a degree in News and Sports Media and compete on the Women’s Rowing Team.
“During high school, I participated in volleyball, basketball, and track & field. I am looking forward to starting a new sport in college. I will be joining the rowing team at Kansas State next year.” ~Abby
“Isaiah 40:31 – “But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.” Praying you find new strength as you begin this new chapter of life. We are so proud of you!”
“And if it is evil in your eyes to serve the Lord, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your fathers served in the region beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”
~Joshua 24:15
Prayers and Blessing upon the Graduates
Lord, make these graduates to be instruments of your peace.
Where there is hatred, let them sow love.
Where there is in injury, pardon.
Where there is doubt, faith.
Where there is despair, hope.
Where there is darkness, light.
Where there is sadness, joy.
O Divine Master,
grant that they and we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console,
to be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.
For it is in giving that we receive,
it is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Amen.
May God bless you with discomfort at easy answers, half-truths, and superficial relationships so that you may live deep within your heart.
May God bless you with anger at injustice, oppression and exploitation of people, so that you may wish for justice, freedom and peace.
May God bless you with enough foolishness to believe that you can make a difference in this world, so that you can do what others claim cannot be done. Amen.
Congratulations class of 2025, God’s continued blessings!
