

What Is Project Faith?
For 25 years, Project Faith has showcased the heart and leadership of Faith Christian School students as they serve organizations throughout our community. Each year, the entire school steps into meaningful work—bringing the energy, teamwork, and initiative that make this day so impactful.
Last year, nearly 500 students, parents, faculty, and alumni partnered with Crisis Response International (CRI) to complete major projects in painting, landscaping, cleaning, repairs, and organization—work the organization simply could not accomplish alone.
The strength of Project Faith has always been our students—their willingness to serve, their joy in working together, and their commitment to making a difference. This student-driven service powerfully reflects the mission of FCS and plays a meaningful role in inspiring support for the Faith Fund, which sustains the daily work of our school.
Our Purpose
We desire that our students understand the importance of honoring God by serving others. Project Faith gives them the opportunity to live this out—investing in the community through hands-on service and using their gifts, energy, and leadership for the good of others.
In addition, students serve their school by asking for financial support for their day of service, inviting family, friends, and community members to partner with them. These gifts support the Faith Fund, strengthening the daily mission of
Faith Christian School.


Rachel Pasley, Katy Eng, Erin Myers, Jessica Johnson, Kourtney Craig, Heather Matthews, Chair, Catherine Amos, Anne Myers, Julie Sessor, Amy Milberger, Shelly Whitaker, Margo Vitello (where’s Margo?)
Logistics Managers:
Greg Beecher, Rob Tackett, Brett Jones - Alumnus

Our Project Faith Committee
The Hands And Heart Behind Project Faith
Project Faith wouldn’t be possible without our Project Faith Committee—faithful adults who dedicate countless hours to planning, organizing, and guiding each service site. Long before the day arrives, they prepare project lists, gather materials, coordinate with partner organizations, and ensure every detail is ready for students to serve well.
On the day of Project Faith, they are the steady presence on the ground—encouraging students, solving problems, and helping turn vision into meaningful impact. Because of their leadership, students step forward with confidence, serve boldly, and experience what it means to honor God by serving others.
We are deeply grateful for these servant-leaders who make Project Faith a powerful expression of our mission in action.
If you are interested in becoming a Project Manager or would like to learn more, contact Shelly Whitaker at swhitaker@fcsva.com.
Our Student Managers
Empower Students Through Faithful Leadership
Project Faith is strengthened each year by our Student Managers—exceptional student leaders who step forward to support their teams with enthusiasm, maturity, and a heart for service. While adults handle the planning, Student Managers focus on leading their peers: helping teammates stay organized, offering direction, and creating a positive, encouraging environment at each site.
On the day of Project Faith, these students play a vital role in keeping their teams moving smoothly—answering questions, helping solve challenges as they arise, and modeling Christ-like leadership in real-time. Their presence brings unity to their groups and inspires younger students to serve with confidence and joy.
We are grateful for our Student Managers, whose growing leadership turns Project Faith into more than a day of service—it becomes a meaningful opportunity for students to lead boldly, support one another, and bless our community together.

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Where has Project Faith served previously?
Throughout its history, Project Faith has worked alongside a variety of ministries and community partners—living out our call to serve through hands-on work and meaningful partnership.
Project Faith 2025 Crisis Response International
The administration and staff at Crisis Response International shared the following:
"In our debrief on Friday night, our team expressed how emotionally moving the day was. The amount of work that got done was amazing. But greater was the camaraderie and love they saw displayed. The snippets of conversation heard...where adults were teaching and pouring life into the younger. How everyone was friendly and kind and joyful...that life was everywhere on the base. Our team was greatly moved, even to tears, over what they saw in your group. They all thank all of you. We wanted you to know you didn't just touch our base but our hearts also."

2002-03 – Fishburn Park
2003-04 – Roanoke Valley Greenways Commission and the National Park Service: portions of the 6-mile hiking trail around the Roanoke Mountain Campground
2004-05 – Roanoke Valley Greenways Commission and the National Park Service: hiking trail around the Roanoke Mountain Campground
2005-06 – US Park Service and the Roanoke Valley Greenways Commission: Mill Mountain
2006-07 – Mill Mountain and Fern Park
2007-08 – Rescue Mission: Thrift Store, Women’s Shelter
2008-09 – Rescue Mission’s Jubilee Acres
2009-10 – Salvation Army downtown Roanoke: Men’s and Women’s Shelters, Community Center
2010-11– Mill Mountain Wildflower Garden; Friends of the Blue Ridge Parkway; Roanoke Mountain Campground; YWCA; Blue Ridge Women’s Center
2012-13 – Manna Ministries; Society of St. Andrew – Gleaning America’s Fields; Charity Cottage; Rescue Mission; Feeding America

2013-14 – Historic downtown Jefferson Center
2014-15 – Red Cross; Acts 2; Straight Street; Jefferson Center
2015-16 – Grandin Village - Grandin Theatre; Local Roots; Viva la Cupcake; The Church
of Grandin Village; The Heights Community Church; Imagination Station; 7-11; Tarpley Park
2016-17 – Camp Alta Mons
2017-18 – Roanoke County Explore Park
2018-19 – Healing Strides of Virginia
2019-20 – HopeTree Family Services, Salem, VA
2020-21 – 20th Anniversary of PF - Mill Mountain Zoo; HopeTree Family Services
2021-22 – Saint Francis Service Dogs
2022-23 – Apple Ridge Farm
2023-24 – Camp Bethel
2024-25 – Crisis Response International
3585 Buck Mountain Road, Roanoke, VA 24018
Phone: 540.769.5200 | Admissions Email: cweber@fcsva.com
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