Carey Jordan – Loveland, Colorado … HMS Richards Adventist School in Loveland, Colorado, is honored to be one of over 3,000 locations participating in Pentecost 2025—a global evangelistic initiative set forth by the North American Division (NAD) designed to share the message of Jesus in local communities around the world.

And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony
to all nations, and then the end will come.
(Matthew 24:14, NIV).

“We’ve already embraced this call, beginning intentional outreach to our neighbors—the 120 homes surrounding HMS Richards—back in December 2024,” recalled Carey Jordan, HMS Richards principal. “Since then, our students have made four visits to these homes, with two more planned in May.”

Each visit includes a small gift bag, and a personal note signed, “Your HMS neighbors.” If residents aren’t home, a bag is left at their door.

“We’ve carefully mapped the neighborhood, keeping track of house numbers, names, and small details to help us reconnect in meaningful ways,” continued Jordan. “We also invited them to Journey to the Cross, and, on several occasions, students have had the privilege of praying with neighbors and hearing pieces of their stories.”

These visits have quickly become a highlight for the students. They recognize familiar houses, remember names, and look forward to reconnecting. Some have even volunteered to continue visiting during the summer. In the fall, staff and students hope to offer help with yard projects—an effort that may require their church community’s support to accomplish.

“But this isn’t just a campaign—it’s a way to live out the love of Jesus,” remarked Jordan. “In August, we’ll begin personally inviting our neighbors to our student-led evangelistic series and encouraging them to support our students in this exciting endeavor. Our seventh and eighth grade students will preach, host, provide music, and organize every part of the series. Preparation has already begun. Students are actively researching and will soon start writing their sermons.”

To support the series, HMS Richards fifth and sixth grade students are also creating a series of follow-up podcasts. These will continue to share truth and encouragement with attendees and the same homes they’ve been building relationships with the hope that these connections become ongoing habits of love and care far beyond this year.

“At HMS Richards, we believe our students aren’t just future leaders, they’re leaders right now. Pentecost 2025 gives them a powerful opportunity to serve, lead, and share Jesus with their community in meaningful and lasting ways,” reflected Jordan.

“Please join us in prayer—for our students, their preparation, and the neighbors we’ve come to know a bit better. Pray that God will soften hearts and that through our kindness and consistency, our community might see a clearer picture of Jesus.”

To learn more or get involved, please contact Carey Jordan at [email protected] or at (970) 667-2427.

—Carey Jordan is principal at HMS Richards Adventist School. Photos supplied.