Faculty Friday

Meet our 5th and 6th grade teacher, Mr. Jim Petty. Although he is new the grade level he is no stranger to MPCA. Mr. Petty also teaches high school US History. We are so thankful for Mr. Petty and his wife Mrs. Petty, who teaches are elementary art classes. They are both definitely a blessing to our school family. Thank-you Mr. Petty for taking time to answer a few questions for us!

1. Tell us about your salvation experience.
I trusted the Lord on April 19, 1964 after hearing my pastor preach a sermon titled "Prepare to Meet Thy God." I knew that I was not prepared! When the invitation was given I gave my heart to the Lord.

2. How long have you been at MPCA?
I have taught at MPCA since 2004.

3. Tell us a little about your family.
I'm married to Sandy (12-19-1970) and we have two children: James (1974) and Becky (1980) we are also the proud grandparents of Seth Taylor (2005).

4. What is your favorite desert or candy bar?
Far and away my favorite desert is.....chocolate chip cookies.

5. What do you like to do in your spare time?
I enjoy reading biographies and playing chess in my "spare" time.

6. What is your favorite Bible verse?
My favorite verse is I Peter 5:7.

7. Where do you attend church?
I'm the Pastor at Clax Gap Baptist Church in Harriman.

8. What would you like to tell your upcoming students?
I'm looking forward to teaching the 5th-6th grades this year. I'm praying that this will be another great year at MPCA and that each student will give their best and be their best for the Lord.