CHRISTIAN FORMATION

We offer a Christian formation in the Jesuit tradition which encourages our young people to grow in the virtues seen on the Jesuit Pupil Profile (see back page). This tradition places great trust in the individual child in their journey to seek the truth. In practice this involves a teaching style and a presentation of Christianity that encourages a questioning mentality and regular self-reflection.

We hope that each young person entrusted to our care leaves as an adult who is open to growth, intellectually competent, loving and committed to doing justice, and who has considered the importance of faith and belief in the context of a secular society.

We offer each of our young people the opportunity to begin or develop their relationship with Jesus Christ. Pupils may do this through daily prayer, daily voluntary Mass in the Chapel and whole school Mass and assembly.

The College has an extensive retreat programme, providing opportunities in each year for time away from the daily routine to explore themes in Christian Spirituality, get to know themselves, their peers and God better, and to have fun.

Massofdedication

The First Year Mass of Dedication will be held in the first term. The Mass will be in the St Aloysius’ Church and will be followed by a reception. This is such an important event in the school calendar as it is an opportunity for us to come together to pray for a successful year for our new First Year pupils. We expect all young people (and hopefully their parents) to attend.

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