“The meaning of life is to discover your gift; the purpose of life is to give it away.” — Josh Arrants '15, Former MPCS Band Student 

That quote from a former MPCS band student reflects something we deeply believe about the arts at Mount Paran Christian School. Every student has been uniquely created by God with gifts, talents, imagination, and the capacity to grow. Our role is not only to help students discover those gifts, but to help them strengthen and use them with excellence, humility, purpose, and a heart to serve.

When a student picks up an instrument, steps onto a stage, or opens a sketchbook, something bigger than a class assignment begins to take shape. They are not just learning music, theatre, dance, or visual art. They are developing discipline, creativity, empathy, and courage, qualities that help them thrive in college, in career, and in life. 

At premier Christian schools like MPCS, the arts are more than an elective. They are a form of worship and a vital part of a well-rounded education that calls students ever onward and upward in their pursuit of excellence as they honor God, love others, and walk in Truth. 

On December 14, 2007, Mount Paran Christian School received the keys to a marvelous facility now known as The Murray Arts Center. Only six short weeks later, MPCS high school students took the stage presenting “Beauty and the Beast.” Our small staff utilized every tool at hand — all the lighting, mics, rigging, effects, and even flew two actors. It was not theater magic, but a wonderful act of God answering prayer.