In this episode of the Teacher Edition podcast, Jenny has the privilege of speaking with Ron Gordon, who leads the REAP Division at RenewaNation. Ron shared invaluable insights into how their organization is equipping and strengthening Christian schools—whether they are just launching or undergoing renewal efforts. With a background in corporate leadership and a deep commitment to Kingdom impact, Ron brings a wealth of knowledge on what it takes to build and sustain thriving Christian schools.

Here are three key takeaways from the conversation:

1. Comprehensive Support for Christian Schools
   RenewaNation provides a full spectrum of resources and training programs designed to support Christian schools at every stage of their journey. Whether through school launches, renewal initiatives, or leadership coaching, their approach ensures schools have the tools and guidance needed to thrive.
   
2. A Strong Biblical Worldview Foundation
   A core aspect of their mission is equipping schools to teach from a distinctly biblical perspective. This includes faculty training, curriculum alignment, and strategic partnerships—such as their collaboration with BJU Press—to ensure educational materials uphold Christian values.
   
3. Empowering School Leadership
   Understanding the challenges Christian school leaders face, the REAP Division emphasizes leadership development and board training. By strengthening these structures and providing strategic planning, they help schools remain mission-focused and sustainable.

Inspiring educators to see beyond the challenges, Ron reiterates that the journey of shepherding Christian schools, whether they're just an idea or seeking rejuvenation, is a mission rooted in eternal significance. Empowered by resources, mentorship, and community, this episode encourages schools to rise and answer their call, impacting the next generation with a foundation built on truth.

"There's just so many different aspects the leader of a Christian school has to deal with and understand: spiritual development, academics and instruction, financials, marketing, donor development facilities. You've just got so many different things that are on the plate of the administrator." — Ron Gordon

Resources & Links:

• Learn more about RenewaNation and the REAP Division: https://www.renewanation.org/
• Manderley Camp: https://www.manderley.camp/
• REAP Cultivation: https://reap.renewanation.org/cultivation/
• RenewaNation Careers: https://reap.renewanation.org/careers/
• RenewaNation Magazine https://www.renewanation.org/magazine
• View Finder https://www.renewanation.org/viewfinder
• The Biblical Worldview Show https://www.biblicalworldviewshow.com/

About Our Guest

Ron Gordon leads the REAP Division of RenewaNation and has shepherded dozens of Christian school launches and renewal efforts over the past decade. Before joining RenewaNation, Ron spent 23 years in the corporate world, leading manufacturing organizations, mainly in the defense sector. Ron and his wife, Tonya, who also serves at RenewaNation, are passionate about developing Kingdom stewards for the next generation. They have been married for 30 years and are blessed with three children: twin sons and a daughter.

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