The fourth characteristic, love of work, builds upon our understanding of the Marist approach to education and life.

Marcellin Champagnat was a man of work, a sworn enemy of laziness. Marcellin, the builder, shows us the importance of being ready to “roll up our sleeves”. We follow his example in being generous of heart and constant and persevering in our daily work as well as in the efforts we undertake for our own ongoing learning. Young people learn that work is a powerful means of self-fulfillment, of giving purpose and meaning to life, and of contributing to the general economic, social and cultural wellbeing of the society in which they live.

To sum this up:

• an enthusiasm for the work of the school
• the generosity of heart and without any attention-seeking
• the honouring of all work and those who undertake it

Mrs C Meharg

Religious Education Coordinator