At Virtue Community, we are committed to fostering an environment grounded in our core virtues: Compassion, Kindness, Humility, Gentleness, Patience, and Love. These virtues guide our actions and interactions, helping us create a supportive, and nurturing community for educators and students alike.
Biblical Basis
Our values are deeply rooted in scripture, particularly in Colossians 3:12-17. This passage emphasises the importance of embodying these virtues as part of our identity as God’s chosen people:
“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity. Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”
What We Stand For
- Compassion: We strive to understand and empathise with the experiences and feelings of others. Compassion drives us to support one another in times of need, creating a caring environment where everyone feels valued.
- Kindness: Acts of kindness are at the heart of our community. We believe that simple gestures of goodwill can have a profound impact, fostering a culture of respect and encouragement.
- Humility: We approach our work and relationships with humility, recognising that we are all learners in this journey. This value allows us to appreciate diverse perspectives and to collaborate effectively with one another.
- Gentleness: We practise gentleness in our words and actions, promoting a culture of safety and understanding. By communicating with care, we create an environment where individuals feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings.
- Patience: We understand that growth and understanding take time. Patience enables us to support one another through challenges and to appreciate the journey of learning, both individually and collectively.
- Love: Love binds all our values together in perfect unity. It is the driving force behind everything we do, encouraging us to act with grace, forgiveness, and a deep commitment to one another’s well-being.
By embodying these virtues of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, patience, and love, we aim to create a nurturing community where meaningful conversations can thrive. We strive to reflect the message of Christ in all our interactions, promoting a culture of support and understanding.