John Paul College

John Paul College is a Christian ecumenical college. This means, firstly that Christ and the Christian message is at the centre of the teachings, values and principles the company espouse and, secondly, that the company promote Christian Unity - that is, a united witness to the Good News of Jesus. The company's ecumenical school is one where the co... mpany's Christian Living program not only highlights what the company has in common, but also celebrates that the company each have distinct ways of practicing the company's faith. Ecumenism recognises that people from different Christian faiths and traditions can work together towards greater unity while each preserves their own traditional faith and practice. It does not seek to ignore these differences; but through understanding and mutual respect, the company aims to live in harmony whilst respecting the company's differing beliefs. The company do not seek any change in practice which would be ahead of that recognised by the authority of the individual churches, but promote adherence by every church member to the laws, traditions and authority of his/her church while seeking that unity which was Christ's prayer. The company's ecumenical philosophical approach to fellow Christians (of respect, understanding, tolerance and love) is easily and appropriately applied to those from other religious backgrounds and so they are welcome here also (with the understanding that their children will be taught the Christian faith). By being involved in ecumenism, the company is able to celebrate the company's diversity whilst embracing the company's unity. As a consequence, the company gain a new pride in ourselves within the company's own Christian beliefs and traditions whilst the company all hold true to the gospel of Jesus Christ.Read More