teen spotlight
photography by Lauren Childs
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14, Freshman at Alabama Christian Academy
notable
ACA Homecoming Princess (8th Grade); ACA Homecoming
Court (9th Grade); Bible Student of the Year; Key Club;
Varsity Volleyball
quotable
“‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans
to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope
and a future’.” (Jeremiah 29:11)
her story
Gracie is very enthusiastic about her academics at Alabama
Christian Academy, which comes as no surprise after seeing the
multiple awards she has earned, including Highest Grade Point
Average and Most Outstanding Student. She knows that academics aren’t everything though, and she has proven herself to
be a very well-rounded student, participating in ACA’s Student
Government Association, earning Bible Student of the Year,
and playing varsity volleyball for ACA. In addition, Gracie has
been on several mission trips and spiritual retreats with her
youth group at Eastmont Baptist Church. Gracie hopes that, as
a result of her hard work in life, she will be “remembered as a
compassionate, loving, and caring Christian woman.”
what’s next
When asked what she plans to do in the future, Gracie replied,
“At this time I am undecided, but I know that I want to make a
difference in the lives of people.”
PG (parental guidance) rating
“My parents instilled in me a strong faith, the value of education, and to live life to its fullest,” stated Gracie when asked
how her parents have inspired her. “My parents advise me to
trust in the Lord and also treat others with respect, love, and
kindness.” She explained that her parents have taught her what
you receive in life depends on how much effort you put into it.
gracie shaddix
Montgomery, AL
parents’ perspective
Gracie’s parents, Tony and Kathy, truly admire their daughter’s “love
for God and church, and the care and consideration she shows
others.” They support and encourage her endeavors by attending all
her activities.
parent-to-parent
Tony and Kathy have instilled in Gracie what they
consider to be the most important things in life, from a
relationship with Christ to a good education.They strive
to provide her with the best environments to help her reach her
goals, and they stated, “Without a relationship with Christ, no one
can ever reach ‘full’ potential.”
L24 |
Summer 2016
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