Progress Report – 2026 – April – May

Here at the Center for Christian Education (CCE), April and May were filled with many meaningful and memorable activities. Each event carried out our mission by proclaiming the gospel, building community, and helping those in need.

In April our school and church communities joined forces and worked together all day Saturday to improve our campus. More than 200 parents, students, and teachers planted trees and flowers, refurbished the school playgrounds, and renovated the long-jump runway. There were other smaller and larger jobs that were accomplished, but more importantly our community was strengthened, and we all had a great time together making the campus more functional and beautiful.

One day in April was devoted to our social project in support of the Red Nose Clowns, a non‑profit organization that sends actors and musicians to pediatric hospitals across Slovakia to lift children’s spirits and help them fight their illnesses. During the event called “A Mile of Hope,” every student and teacher ran a mile or more to donate money to the project. The event generated €1,100, which was sent to the Red Nose Clowns.

In May we again had the privilege of visiting our partner churches in the USA to strengthen our partnership. With the help of our partners, we prepared several benefit dinners, cooked goulash and Wiener schnitzels, and updated them about our accomplishments and challenges. It was not only a celebration of our long‑standing partnership but also an affirmation of our shared vision and future support.

Also in May, CCE celebrated its 9th high school graduation. It was a joyful occasion as we rejoiced with 40 new graduates and their families, thanking God for his care. Based on Psalm 107:23–24, Bishop Peter Mihoč encouraged the graduates to explore the world and change it for the better, while always looking for the deeds of the Lord and his wondrous works so that they may encounter the Lord and maintain a relationship with him.

Another concern in May is our student enrollment. As usual, applications outnumbered our capacity at all grade levels. Of 168 applicants for the high‑school level, we were able to accept only 60. This interest reflects the fact that our school ranks among the best in the region. To maintain our standing and improve our facilities, in September we plan to open 9 new classrooms in the New Building and move our operations from the off‑campus Živena building. We still need furniture and supplies for five of the new classrooms, at a cost of $15,000 each. Please prayerfully consider your donation so our students can start the new school year in new classrooms.

Dear friends and partners, as Christians we have the privilege of being Christ’s witnesses in this world. Our school is an incubator where young people can be inspired and shaped by such witness. We thank you for your prayers and support and look forward to seeing many of you this summer.

in His service,