"We have gifts that differ according to the grace given to us; prophecy, in proportion to faith; ministry, in ministering; the teacher, in teaching; the exhorter, in exhortation; the giver, in generosity; the leader, in diligence; the compassionate, in cheerfulness."
— Romans 12:6-8
Leadership
Being a school principal is not about power, but responsibility. A principal is responsible for the well being of his or her school community. Getting to know the names of teachers, staff, and students can be a challenge in a large Catholic school. Participating in opportunities for welcoming members of your school community will help in recognizing faces as well as helping people feel recognized. Hospitality is an essential part of leadership, as it is the responsibility of the leader to make others feel welcome and able to appreciate their own worth.
To be an authentic Catholic school leader, a principal must continue to grow spiritually. This requires setting aside time for personal learning, experiencing, and relating to others. These needs can be overshadowed by administrative responsibilities.
It is important to find time for retreats, formal and informal, to open oneself to a spiritual, emotional mindset to balance the rigors of leadership. Time spent with a good book, a motivating video, or peaceful music is time well spent.
ADDITIONAL MATERIALS
Books
Compendium: Catechism of the Catholic Church
The Compendium is a perfect companion to the Bible, spiritual reading, or textbook. It has a four-part structure following the Catechism of the Catholic Church, with a section on common prayers and Catholic doctrinal formulas. It is in a question-and-answer format.
Call RCL Benziger at 1-877-ASK-4-RCL (1-877-275-4725).
ORDER NUMBER: 1-57455-720-3 English
Compendio: Catecismo de la Iglesia Católica
ORDER NUMBER: 1-57455-920-6 Spanish
The Bible Way to Prayer: God's 800 Number for Everyone
by Mary Kathleen Glavich, SND
This simply written, spiritual book will benefit anyone hoping to bring breadth and depth to their daily lives and their prayer life. It offers guidelines for using the Bible as a means of contact with God, and those who want to cultivate stronger relationships with other believers.
Available through Twenty-Third Publications, 2000
Video
The Gospel Alive–Images of Jesus from John (3 20-min. segments)
Three gospel stories: The Woman at the Well, The Man Born Blind, and The Raising of Lazarus are told from an eyewitness perspective. Prayers services and guide are included.
Call RCL Benziger at 1-877-ASK-4-RCL (1-877-275-4725).
ORDER NUMBER: 0-382-36458-9 VHS
ORDER NUMBER: 1-4182-5353-7 DVD
The Gospel Alive–Images of the Kingdom from Matthew (3 20-min. segments)
Three gospel stories: Jesus' Testimony to John the Baptist, The Beatitudes, The Temptation of Jesus. Prayers services and guide are included.
Call RCL Benziger at 1-877-ASK-4-RCL (1-877-275-4725).
ORDER NUMBER: 0-382-36767-7 VHS
ORDER NUMBER: 1-4182-5350-2 DVD
The Gospel Alive–Images of the Discipleship from Luke (3 20-min. segments)
Three gospel stories: The Call of the Disciples, The Forgiving Fther, and The Road to Emmaus. Prayers services and guide are included.
Call RCL Benziger at 1-877-ASK-4-RCL (1-877-275-4725).
ORDER NUMBER: 0-382-36769-3 VHS
ORDER NUMBER: 1-4182-5352-9 DVD
The Gospel Alive–Images of the Christ from Mark (3 20-min. segments)
Three gospel stories: Signs of the Kingdom, Bartimaeus, and Passion Sunday are told from an eyewitness perspective. Prayers services and guide are included.
Call RCL Benziger at 1-877-ASK-4-RCL (1-877-275-4725).
ORDER NUMBER: 0-382-36768-5 VHS
ORDER NUMBER: 1-4182-5351-0 DVD
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