Ignatian Tradition

Introduction to Ignatian Spirituality.pdf

 St Francis Xavier - Patron Saint of St Francis Xavier School.pdf

Criteria for Selection of the St Francis Xavier Award  ​

​Values lived out by St Francis and St Ignatius

GOD CENTRED

“We are created to praise, reverence and serve God"

SPIRITUAL

“Recognise that the initiative for all that happens in us is from God"

GENEROUS

“Generosity was one of the most important dispositions Ignatius looked for in individuals"

COMPASSIONATE

“Be compassionate as your heavenly father is compassionate"

RESPONSIBLE

“Seeking excellence in self and ready to encourage others"

JUST

“To act justly, to love tenderly and to walk humbly with your God"

GRATEFUL

“We give thanks to God"

RESPECTFUL

“Seeking and finding God in all"

COMMITTED

“To search for the truth in relationship with others"

HELPFUL

“Ignatius Loyola wanted us to help others"

LOVING

“Love ought to manifest itself more in deeds than by words"

CULTIVATOR OF VIRTUE

“In self and others – Faith, Hope and Charity"

REFLECTIVE

“Engages in the Ignatian practice of reflection on experience leading to action"

TEAM MEMBER

“We belong to a community of faith with a single aim to be on Mission with Christ"