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Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these. Matthew 19:14
And He said, “Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 18:3
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. Matthew 5:9
Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from Him. Psalm 127:3
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![This is a headshot of our new VP of the Children's Home, Garrett Schwarz.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744395442/mdcacademyorg/jxpmlix0etjzplvbxdum/garrett-schwarz-4.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744395442/mdcacademyorg/jxpmlix0etjzplvbxdum/garrett-schwarz-4.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1744395442/mdcacademyorg/jxpmlix0etjzplvbxdum/garrett-schwarz-4.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1744395442/mdcacademyorg/jxpmlix0etjzplvbxdum/garrett-schwarz-4.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1744395442/mdcacademyorg/jxpmlix0etjzplvbxdum/garrett-schwarz-4.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1744395442/mdcacademyorg/jxpmlix0etjzplvbxdum/garrett-schwarz-4.jpg","width":2200}])
MOUNT DORA, FLORIDA—Mount Dora Children’s Home is pleased to announce the appointment of Garrett Schwarz as Vice President of Social Services. Currently serving as the athletic director at York University, Schwarz has spent his career walking alongside young people and families, helping them navigate challenges with compassion and Christ-centered guidance.
![This is a close up headshot of Chuck Shepherd, one of our VP's standing in front of the clock tower on campus.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742317283/mdcacademyorg/aybzaw1blnsfyyurcqik/002.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742317283/mdcacademyorg/aybzaw1blnsfyyurcqik/002.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742317283/mdcacademyorg/aybzaw1blnsfyyurcqik/002.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1742317283/mdcacademyorg/aybzaw1blnsfyyurcqik/002.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1742317283/mdcacademyorg/aybzaw1blnsfyyurcqik/002.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1742317283/mdcacademyorg/aybzaw1blnsfyyurcqik/002.jpg","width":2200}])
MOUNT DORA, FL – After more than three decades of dedicated service to children and families, Chuck Shepherd, Vice President for Social Services at Mount Dora Children’s Home (MDCH), has announced his retirement, effective September 2025.
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Today, the Mount Dora Children’s Home Single-Parent Program witnessed an incredible act of kindness that will transform the life of one of its participants. Jazmarie Martinez Cruz, a devoted mother to two young sons, Kairo and Jaydrien, was gifted a fully restored 2013 Ford Escape thanks to the generosity of Christian Brothers Automotive in Mount Dora.
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Mount Dora Christian Academy & Children’s Home announces the promotion of Chuck Shepherd to vice president of social services. This change comes after serving as director of social services for the last 33 years. As vice president, he will expand his role to include more community engagement to share the successes of and build support for the Children’s Home. He will continue his role on the MDCA&CH executive leadership team.
![MDCA&CH Names Interim President Board member James W. Carr]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1688740825/mdcacademyorg/kpzax9apmzhjpvoiqkgs/JimCarr.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1688740825/mdcacademyorg/kpzax9apmzhjpvoiqkgs/JimCarr.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1688740825/mdcacademyorg/kpzax9apmzhjpvoiqkgs/JimCarr.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1688740825/mdcacademyorg/kpzax9apmzhjpvoiqkgs/JimCarr.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1688740825/mdcacademyorg/kpzax9apmzhjpvoiqkgs/JimCarr.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1688740825/mdcacademyorg/kpzax9apmzhjpvoiqkgs/JimCarr.jpg","width":2200}])
Mount Dora Christian Academy and Children’s Home Names Interim President
Board member James W. Carr to step in during search for new president
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Mount Dora Christian Academy and Children’s Home Announces Departure of President
Dr. Brian Mast to return to Nashville’s Lipscomb University as vice provost.
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