ABOUT GASTON CHRISTIAN
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OUR STATEMENT OF FAITH
1. THE HOLY BIBLE
We believe the Holy Bible, as contained in the Old and New Testaments, to be the only inspired, inerrant, authoritative Word of God, perfect in all it affirms and sets forth. The truth of scripture is dependent wholly on God and not on the testimony of any man or church. Scripture interprets scripture. II Timothy 3:16-17, II Peter 1:20-21, Hebrews 4:12
2. THE TRINITY
We believe that there is one God, eternally existent in three Persons: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. Genesis 1:1, John 1:1, Hebrews 1:1
3. THE PERFECT DEITY
We believe in the perfect Deity of our Lord Jesus Christ, in His virgin birth, in His sinless life, in His miracles, in His vicarious and atoning death on the cross through His shed blood, in His bodily resurrection, in His ascension to the right hand of the Father, and in His personal return in power and glory to judge all mankind. Luke 2, the Gospel of John, Hebrews 10:5-27
4. THE WORK OF THE SPIRIT
We believe in the work of the Holy Spirit to call man unto salvation and to indwell the Christian and empower him to seek and to live a godly life. I Cor. 3:16, Colossians 2:4-10, I John 3:1
5. THE GOSPEL
We believe that all men/women are created by God in His image. Having fallen, man is sinful in his present state before God and can be saved only by the redeeming grace of God. Romans 3:10-18, 23, Ephesians 2:1-22
6. THE WAY TO SALVATION
We believe that faith in Jesus Christ alone, as both Lord and Savior, by the regenerating work of the Holy Spirit is the only way of Salvation for a lost and sinful person. John 14:6, Acts 4:12, John 4:24, Hebrews 11:1-6
7. THE RESURRECTION OF MAN
We believe in the resurrection of all mankind–those who are called and saved unto the resurrection of eternal life and those who are lost unto the resurrection of damnation. John 5:29, Colossians 3
8. THE UNITY
We believe in the spiritual unity of all true believers who call on Jesus Christ alone to be their Lord and Savior. Romans 1:11-12, Ephesians 4:4-6, Ephesians 1:15-23, I Corinthians 2
9. THE LOCAL CHURCH
We believe that according to the Bible, a Christian shall by his/her life testimony, be a member, supportive and involved in a local church of his/her choosing. Hebrews 10:19-25
OUR Statement on Marriage, Gender, and Sexuality
We believe that God wonderfully and immutably creates each person as male or female. These two distinct, complementary genders together reflect the image and nature of God. (Gen 1:26-27.) Rejection of one’s biological sex is a rejection of the image of God within that person.
We believe that the term “marriage” has only one meaning: the uniting of one man and one woman in a single, exclusive union, as delineated in Scripture. (Gen 2:18-25.) We believe that God intends sexual intimacy to occur only between a man and a woman who are married to each other. (1 Cor 6:18; 7:2-5; Heb 13:4.) We believe that God has commanded that no intimate sexual activity be engaged in outside of a marriage between a man and a woman.
We believe that any form of sexual immorality (including adultery, fornication, homosexual behavior, bisexual conduct, bestiality, incest, and use of pornography) is sinful and offensive to God. (Matt 15:18-20; 1Cor 6:9-10.)
We believe that in order to preserve the function and integrity of Gaston Christian School as a Christian ministry, and to provide a biblical role model to the Gaston Christian students and the community, it is imperative that all persons employed by Gaston Christian School in any capacity, or who serve as volunteers, agree to and abide by this Statement on Marriage, Gender, and Sexuality. (Matt 5:16; Phil 2:14-16; 1 Thess 5:22.)
We believe that God offers redemption and restoration to all who confess and forsake their sin, seeking His mercy and forgiveness through Jesus Christ. (Acts 3:19-21; Rom 10:9-10; 1 Cor 6:9-11.)
We believe that every person must be afforded compassion, love, kindness, respect, and dignity. (Mark 12:28-31; Luke 6:31.) Hateful and harassing behavior or attitudes directed toward any individual are to be repudiated and are not in accord with Scripture nor the doctrines of Gaston Christian School.
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OUR LEADERSHIP
Marc Stout, PhD
HEAD OF SCHOOL
Welcome to Gaston Christian School. For the past 41 years, Gaston Christian School has ministered to thousands of students in this area. Our goal is to instill a biblical worldview in each of our students. We do this in an academically rigorous, yet safe environment. Our 950 students consistently score well above the national average on standardized tests. The Class of 2021, which was made up of 51 graduates, was offered over $1,900,000 in college scholarships.
To complement the academic program we have an outstanding athletic program with over 25 teams representing our school. Furthermore, we offer competition through Mock Trial, Quiz Bowl, and Mu Alpha Theta. We have numerous clubs and mission trips for our high school students as well.
Our middle school and elementary programs prepare our students for the rigors of a college preparatory program. With age appropriate levels of homework, our students understand the need to work hard at school to prepare for college.
Technology plays a significant role in the life of our school. We currently have over 1300 computers, Chromebooks, laptops, Smart TVs, Smartboards, and 3D printers.
With 18 International Students attending Gaston Christian School, we offer a culturally diverse program that respects and honors our guests.
We would be honored to have you visit our campus and see why Gaston Christian School continues to experience significant growth at this time. This year our theme verse is taken from Joshua 1:9, “Be strong and courageous. do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Our prayer for the 2021-22 school year is that we be very deliberate about training young men and women to be strong and courageous during this pandemic! We pray that God will richly bless our ministry to each and every member of the GCS family.
For His glory!
Marc Stout, PhD
Head of School
OUR LEADERSHIP
ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
Dr. Joel Uecker
Associate Head of School and Academic Dean
Dr. Joel Uecker (the U is silent) is our Associate Head of School and Academic Dean for Gaston Christian School. Dr. Uecker is a seasoned veteran of Christian education. He graduated from Norfolk Christian School, attended Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois, where he earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees, and has a Doctorate Degree from Columbia International University in Columbia, SC. Dr. Uecker will be over the academic areas of the school.
Adam Lynn
High School Principal
Dr. Jonathan Huitt
Middle School Principal
Denika Alston
Elementary Principal
Annette Simmons
Early Childhood Principal
Amanda Knight
International Student Coordinator
Dr. Tina Cook
Director of Cognitive Enrichment
Christa Pratt
High School Assistant Principal
Pattiann Rabb
Middle School Assistant Principal
OUR LEADERSHIP
SCHOOL DIRECTORS
Lindsay Lockett
Admissions Director
Heidi Brack
Director of Fine Arts
Tom Hawxwell
Athletic Director
Patrick Lester
Director of Diversity and Inclusion
Nancy Roach
Business Manager
Officer Mike Robinson
Director of Safety and Security
Randy Erwin
Director of Communications
Steve Matolka
Director of Operations
OUR LEADERSHIP
SCHOOL COUNSELORS
Summer Bachman
Kindergarten - 8th Counselor
Chelsea Turpin
9-10 Academic Counselor and 9-12 Social/Emotional Counselor
Karen Brooks
11th-12th Academic College Counselor
OUR LEADERSHIP
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Front row: Steve Cochran (Chairman), Kelli Walker, Katie Goforth, Pamela Mumford, Zentitra McGrinson, Marc Stout
Back row: Ryan Campbell, Jesse Bachman, Steven Denton, Jason Marlowe, Keith Gunter,
Not pictured: Thomas Griffin and Sabrina Kuiken
OUR CAMPUS
There are approximately 900 students in the PK3 – grade 12 program on the school’s 66 acre campus.
Gaston Christian School
1625 Lowell Bethesda Rd. Gastonia NC
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Email: gcs@gastonchristian.org
Gaston Christian School
1625 Lowell Bethesda Rd. Gastonia, N.C. 28056
Gaston Christina School is the best private Christian school in Gaston County, North Carolina. We are also the best private Christian school in the following North Carolina counties: Mecklenburg County, Lincoln County, Cleveland County and York County. In addition to these counties, we are also the best private Christian school for Gastonia, Belmont, Cramerton, Lowell, Lincolnton, Bessemer City, Charlotte, Mt. Holly and the surrounding areas. If you want a premier private Christian education with top-tier instruction, athletics and extracurricular activities, Gaston Christian School is the best private Christian school in Gastonia, NC for you!