Gospel Virtues and British Values
" What can we say the kingdom of God is like? It is like a mustard seed which, at the time of it's sowing in the soil, is the smallest of all the seeds on earth; yet once it is sown, it grows into the biggest shrub of them all and puts out big branches so that the birds of the air can shelter in its shade." Mark 4:30-32
Pupils at Christ the King school are growing to be . . .
As Catholics we wish to follow the teachings of the Gospel and use these as a guide for how we should live - after all, this source contains the word of the Lord.
Schools across the Archdiocese of Birmingham follow the Catholic School’s Pupil Profile which derives and has been developed from the Jesuit Pupil Profile. The Profile helps schools in their pursuit to form children in the way that God intended and make them men and women for others.
All schools across the Archdiocese focus on a particular virtue pair at the same time. At Christ the King children are exposed to the Gospel Virtues in every area of the school and at all times of the school day:
On the first week of half term, Miss Mulligan leads a Celebration of the Word based on the Gospel Virtues and Catholic Social Teaching value in focus. Not only is this an engaging way for the children to come together to learn more about the scripture behind the virtues and values of our faith, but it also gives the children a better understanding in preparation for leading their own Celebrations of the Word that half term. In this time, one child from each class is awarded the last half term's Gospel Virtue certificate to celebrate those children who have truly shown the virtues in their actions and attitudes.
Each class also has its own Gospel Virtues display containing quotes from scripture, inspirational people from history and literature.
Every week the Gospel Virtues are referred to in the Headteacher's Celebration of the Word.
Every half term, the children prepare a Celebration of the Word on one of the Gospel Virtue pairs.
The Gospel Virtue focus is given on the newsletter each week.
British Value and Gospel Virtues | Some of the ways we promote this at Christ the King |
Democracy Gospel Virtues: Discerning, Eloquent, Intentional, Prophetic |
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The Rule of Law Gospel Virtues: Truthful, Generous, Learned, Active. |
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Individual Liberty Gospel Virtues: Wise, Curious, Faith- filled, Grateful. |
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Mutual Respect and Tolerance of those with Different Faiths and Beliefs Gospel Virtues: Loving, Hopeful, Compassionate, Attentive |
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