John Whitehurst

Upper School AP U.S. History Teacher, Speech Teacher
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Q: Where did you attend college?
A: B.A. English and History from Georgia Southern University

What year did you join MBCA?
A: 2022

What do you love about MBCA?
A: I have enjoyed seeing the students support each other at sporting events. We have an amazing student section.

What is your all-time favorite sports team?
A: Atlanta Braves

What is your favorite Bible verse, and why?
A: James 1:2-4 - "Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." I find these verses to be an edifying challenge to consider our trials to be not just joy, but pure joy.

What are three fun facts about yourself?
A: I once briefly owned a 1929 GMC fire truck. I enjoy the outdoors, including hiking and fishing.

What is your favorite book?
A: The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien.

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