Assistant Principal - Mission
In our last newsletter, we reflected on the gifts of the Holy Spirit and how they influence our school's values and identity. This week, we're diving into a deeper concept called "charisms" - which are special gifts given by the Holy Spirit to individuals or groups to serve others and make the world a better place. At SJPC, these charisms play an important role in shaping our school's unique culture and guiding how we support and serve our community.
So, what exactly are charisms, and why do they matter? Unlike talents or skills that people use for personal achievement, charisms are meant to benefit others. They show up in many ways - through teaching, leadership, acts of kindness, or advocating for social justice. In Catholic schools, charisms help create a mission-driven culture where faith and values are lived out daily.
Think of charisms like a stained-glass window. Just as a stained-glass window lets light shine through in different colors and patterns, charisms allow God’s love and grace to shine through people in unique ways. The light itself is always the same - God’s love and grace - but each charism adds its own beautiful expression to how that light is shared with the world. Just as every window contributes to the beauty of a church, each charism offers a unique way to reflect and share Jesus' message.
At SJPC, our school’s identity is more than just religious instruction - it is a living faith community. Through charisms, we are called to witness the love of Jesus in how we educate, support, and serve one another. Whether in the classroom, on the sports field, or in acts of service, the Holy Spirit moves among us, calling us to be beacons of faith, hope, and love.
Next newsletter, we'll look at the special charisms of Pope St. John Paul II, our patron saint whose life continues to inspire our school and the world. As we prepare to learn from his example, let us remember that at the center of every charism is Christ, who invites us to share His love with all we meet.
Assistant Principal - Mission