For Christian schools · Chapel & spiritual emphasis
A chapel messageabout who God made you to be.
Samuel Picou is a pastor, speaker and musician. He grew up with alopecia, was bullied for looking different, and appeared on Season 5 of NBC’s The Voice at sixteen. In chapel he speaks openly about faith, identity and purpose — and how a setback can become part of someone’s calling.
Chapel themes
Made on purpose
Your worth was settled before anyone applauded or turned a chair.
More than how you look
Growing up with alopecia, Samuel learned that appearance never tells the whole story.
Words that build
How students can speak life, include others and stand with someone who is being mistreated.
After the “no”
What faith looks like when a door closes — on a TV stage or in a school hallway.
From a Christian school teacher
“Sam brought an engaging and memorable energy to our chapel service, and my students absolutely loved hearing his message and testimony. His genuine passion for connecting with students and making an impact was evident both on and off the stage. My students enjoyed him so much that they were asking when he could come back!”
— Jessica P., 2nd Grade Teacher, UCA, Rancho, CA
FAQ
Questions from Christian schools
Public school? See the Finding Your Purpose assembly. Read Samuel’s story.
How is the chapel message different from the school assembly?
The Finding Your Purpose school assembly is written for public, private and charter schools and contains no religious instruction. The chapel message is a separate, openly faith-based option for Christian schools, shared by Samuel as a pastor.
What ages is it for?
Samuel tailors chapel messages for elementary, middle or high school audiences. Tell us which grades will attend.
Can music be included?
Samuel is a singer and musician and founded The Christian Music Academy. Let us know if you would like music as part of chapel and what your sound system includes.
How do we check availability and pricing?
Send a chapel inquiry with your preferred dates. You’ll get a reply within two business days with availability, pricing and next steps.
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