Cardinal John Foley

October 12, 2018

Dear Parent/Guardian,

       Love is patient, love is kind.

             1 Corinthians 13:4

During the month of October our students are learning about the virtue of kindness. Kindness is a manifestation of the fruit of the Holy Spirit. Kindness therefore involves acts of kindness, and these acts of kindness can increase by way of practice, prayer and sacramental life.

When we experience kindness we know the power it has to transform our sadness into joy, to make life bearable, and to lift our spirits. People who are kind think about their words and behavior to avoid hurting someone else’s feelings. Kindness makes us happier, improves relationships, is contagious, and is good for the heart!

Perhaps our challenge this month is to teach our children by our example how to be kind. We know how much children learn from watching us. The world will be a better place if there is more kindness in our behavior, in our words, and in our hearts. Let’s be the best example we can this month!