Created by the Dominican Sisters of the St. Cecilia Congregation, Virtues in Practice is a program for children in grades pre-kindergarten through eight to grow closer to Jesus by imitating His life and virtues. It is set up in such a way that a whole school studies the same virtue each month, to provide a whole-school (and at home, whole-family) focus. The program covers 27 virtues over a three-year cycle, with 81 saints held up as models of the virtues.

At Saint Henry School, students are placed into “community groups” mixing students of all ages. Once per month, community groups meet to learn about the Virtues in Practice virtue of the month in discussions led by our 8th grade students. Students spend time with the Blessed Sacrament in Adoration and end the day with Benediction.

2026-27: Year of Charity

  • SEPTEMBER: Charity - Loving God with all your heart, mind, and strength, and your neighbor as yourself

  • OCTOBER: Friendship - Sharing a mutual love that seeks the good of the other

  • NOVEMBER: Courtesy - Being thoughtful of others

  • DECEMBER: Purity - Keeping your soul free of sin

  • JANUARY: Fortitude - Being brave and strong in the face of trials

  • FEBRUARY: Prudence - Making good decisions in specific circumstances

  • MARCH: Respect - Recognizing the dignity of all people

  • APRIL: Forgiveness - Pardoning those who offend you

  • MAY: Responsibility - Being reliable in your duties and accountable for your actions

Parents are encouraged to learn more via the Parent Guide linked below! The Year of Charity begins on page 35.

PARENT GUIDE