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Christian Education & Spiritual Formation

What is Christian Character?

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Quick answer

Christian character is a life increasingly shaped by Jesus Christ, expressed through love, integrity, humility, courage, service and self-control.

Definition

How is Christian character formed?

Character grows over time as beliefs, habits and choices are shaped through instruction, example, correction, encouragement and dependence on God's grace.

Why it matters

Why this matters for parents

Education forms more than knowledge and skills. Families also care about who their children are becoming and how they will respond to responsibility, relationships and difficult choices.

Covenant's Approach

Learning through the lens of Christ

Christian character is not simply good behaviour or personal achievement. Covenant points students to the gospel and the transforming work of God, while encouraging faithful habits and wise choices.

In school life

In the classroom and beyond

Teachers model and discuss Christian character through learning, devotions, service, leadership, relationships and restorative conversations when things go wrong.

Key facts

At a glance

  • Christlike character
  • Integrity and humility
  • Faith expressed in action
  • Formed through community
FAQ

Common questions

Is character taught as a separate subject?

Character is addressed across curriculum, relationships, devotions, service and leadership rather than confined to one lesson.

How do service and leadership help?

They give students practical opportunities to take responsibility, consider others and put Christian convictions into action.

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See Christian character in action

Explore how faith, learning, leadership and service belong together at Covenant.