Learning the art of living
What is the purpose of education?
The Institute of the Disciples of the Hearts of Jesus and Mary (DCJM) consider formation of the Christian people to be an essential element of their charism.
To this end, the Disciples, standing proudly behind the Mater Salvatoris–Stella Maris collaboration, seek to show students the transcendent dimension of life so that they open their hearts to something greater than themselves.
It is a deep desire of this congregation to educate young people in the beauty, goodness, and truth that are God himself.
Why the motto 'Learning the Art of Living'?
Since ancient times, education was considered learning “the art of living,” an art that aims to awaken in children and young people the greatness and nobility of life. The pedagogue was compared to the midwife (a woman who assisted in childbirth): her art consisted in helping the person to be born. This is the goal of the pedagogue’s art, i.e., that the pupil is born into a great and beautiful life. It is not only important that the student acquires knowledge and skills, but also that he understands what makes life good and beautiful, to realize it and fulfill it, achieving it fully.
