Boca Raton Christian School celebrated the Girls’ Varsity Volleyball FHSAA State Champions on November 19th with a ceremony full of Blazer pride, from the band playing the Blazer Fight Song to the heartfelt words shared by the coaches. This historic win was built on faith, integrity, dedication, and the unwavering support of the Boca Christian community. After three years finishing as runner up in the state tournament, this year they won it all. During the ceremony at Boca Raton Christian School, Head Coach Len Visser took time to honor all the coaches and mentors who have poured into these athletes over the years, as well as all who have cheered this team on. “We are incredibly grateful for this journey, this victory, and this amazing group of athletes. We give all the glory to God,” he said. 62 DECEMBER 2025 www.goodnewsfl.org Good News • South Florida Edition COMMUNITY NEWS Boca Raton Christian School celebrated the Girls’ Varsity Volleyball State Champions Boca Raton Christian School Volley Ball Team - TOP left to right: Assistant Coach Franci VanZwieten, Catherine Cardenas, Olivia Duke, Sofia Rebelo, Jenifer Good, Caroline Wright, Hannah VanZwieten, Valentina Gonzalez, Olivia LaGasse, Jessica Fijol, Sofia Aguirre, Natalia Marciante, Head Coach Len Visser, Assistant Coach Mark delBosque, BOTTOM left to right: Lily Bonitatibus, Mackenzi VanZwieten, Brianna Nahmod, and Caitlin Crino First Priority’s 2nd Annual “Serve the Word” Pickleball Tournament was a smash hit! With a sold-out event and 82 players in attendance on November 7, the Diadem Pickleball Complex in Coconut Creek was filled with friendly competition, community, and purpose. Together, they raised over $77,000 to help students hear the Gospel on their campuses, thanks to everyone who played, sponsored, and served! Congratulations to the winners: Moneyball Division – Tomas Heredia & Rowen Pouza ($300); Advanced Division (4.0–4.99) – Raul Palacios & Nick Ferriero; and Beginner Division (3.0–3.99) – Rob Eguchi & Jacqueline Careccia. Every serve, rally, and win made an eternal impact. Pickleball Tournament Serves Up Support for First Priority On November 11, Liberty Counsel Founders Mathew Staver, senior pastor and chairman; and Anita L. Staver, president, reflected on God’s abundant blessing on the ministry during a fellowship luncheon at Ruth Chris Steakhouse attended by dedicated partners and friends. During the event, Mat Staver updated attendees on recent successes and setbacks, while sharing their mission. Liberty counsel is a Christian ministry that proclaims, advocates, supports, advances and defends the good news of Jesus Christ through education and strategic litigation. Their mission is to restore the culture by advancing religious freedom, the sanctity of human life and the family. Staver pointed to several court cases they have litigated that are creating legal precedents that will last for generations. He also shared information on their Faith & Liberty ministry in Washington, D.C., that is solely dedicated to providing Bible studies, worship, prayer, fellowship and discipleship to people in every branch and agency of the federal and local government. To learn more about their mission, visit LC.org Liberty Counsel Highlights Ministry Impact at Partner Luncheon Anita L. Staver, president, and Mathew D. Staver, senior pastor, founder and chairman of Liberty Counsel
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