Christian High School Research Paper

Jesuit High School aims to develop specific traits in its students by graduation such as being Open to Growth, Intellectually Competent, Religious, Loving, and Committed to Doing Justice. As I am progressing into adulthood, I have experienced many successes but also many failures. I have learned that I serve a greater purpose than just making myself happy: being a man for others. I am continuing to take steps toward becoming the person God desires. In my journey at Jesuit, I have matured into a man that expresses certain qualities of the Profile of a Graduate at the Time of Graduation such as being Open to Growth, Religious, and Loving. By the time of graduation, the Jesuit graduate should take responsibility for his own growth. Being Open to Growth means the graduate seeks opportunities to open his mind, imagination, emotions, and all other aspects of life. In the past few years, I have matured intellectually, …show more content…
At Jesuit I have built a stronger relationship with God than I have ever had before. The more I have been exposed to scripture, the more I have seen God in everyday life. Additionally, I now understand the Catholic Church’s stance on many modern issues. Understanding my role in God’s plan has helped me live a more religious life. Instead of viewing God as a distant being, I have connected with him in personal and private prayer, which has made Him present in my life. I have started to rely on myself more than others when it comes to my faith. Also, I have learned the morality behind other religions which has helped me more fully understand my own religion. My morality is now a tool that can guide me in every decision I encounter. Most importantly, I have learned the power of God’s healing and mercy through forgiveness. As I continue to grow in my Catholic faith, I want to more fully understand Jesus and his relationship with man and grow into a man for