The values, ideals and challenges of the Gospel, embodied in the person of Jesus Christ, find explicit expression in the curriculum and ethos of St. Martin de Porres, as do the teachings and traditions of the Catholic Church.
Aims
- To engage students in their learning to grow in their knowledge, worship and love of God through the person of Jesus Christ.
- To support families in faith formation of their child & assist in their preparation for the Sacraments of Baptism, Penance, Eucharist and Confirmation.
- To explore the knowledge, understanding and respect for catholic traditions and those of other faiths.
- To nurture faith formation & to allow students to ask questions about their faith.
- To interpret scripture and its importance by making links to every day experience.
- To reflect on the meaning, purpose and structure of prayer as a means to encourage a deeper relationship with God.
- To nurture an awareness and understanding of social justice issues so that students may translate this into action in order ‘to make a difference’.
- To develop a sense of belonging to our parish community through participation in the Church.
