The Day the Hallway Fell Quiet

When beloved teacher Sister Ward falls suddenly ill, the Jones family—and their entire school—are shaken. Hallways grow hushed, prayers fill classrooms, and the children discover how powerful it is to carry one another’s burdens before God. From Allison’s carefully planned prayer chain to Ana’s cozy “Prayer Fort,” from Addison’s Comfort Basket to Ava Grace’s gentle reminders that “Jesus sits with us,” the week becomes a living lesson in faith. Even grumpy neighbor Mr. Thompson joins in, surprising himself with a sidewalk prayer. As the Joneses wait, hope, and watch for God’s answer, they learn that prayer is not magic—it’s relationship. And when Sister Ward finally returns, they celebrate not just her healing, but the God who held them steady in the waiting.