This is the third of a series of seven principles for Catholic educators based on the words and actions of John Paul II as he conveyed in Crossing the Threshold of Hope.
During that time he searches, like the young man in the Gospel, for answers to basic questions; he searches not only for the meaning of life but also for a concrete way to go about living his life. This is the most fundamental characteristic of youth. Every mentor, beginning with parents, let alone every pastor (and teacher), must be aware of this characteristic and how to identify it in every boy and girl. I will say more: He (she) must love this fundamental aspect of youth.
Principle #3 for Catholic Educators: Be aware of, identify, and love, that each young person is searching for a concrete way to go about living her/his life, and teach accordingly. As a Catholic educator it is vital that we develop a rapport with students that is a prudent combination of familiarity and distance. Educators can never forget that students need a companion and guide during their period of growth.
Ho ho, who wlodua thunk it, right?
Posted by: Ryne | 12/27/2011 at 01:10 AM