Spiritual Life
A Path for Everyone
What does our Catholic heritage look like today? Canterbury is an inclusive, interfaith community that allows students to grow, learn, and experience faith in many ways.
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Spiritual Life
Within a high school experience framed by Catholic values and guided by an individual faith journey, Canterbury students develop a deep sense of self and purpose and embrace their role as ethical citizens in an increasingly complex world.
Faith Pathways
We see and support ”lanes” or pathways of faith for our students:
An Opportunity to Grow in Faith
Some students arrive with a strong faith foundation and wish to continue deepening that commitment and growing in that faith while here. Catholic students may participate in Canterbury’s Confirmation program, aspire to be a Sacristan, and attend Mass. Students who bring other faith backgrounds may attend a local place of worship, join the Interfaith Council, or help lead initiatives on campus via the D’Amour Center for Faith, Service & Justice.
An Introduction to Faith
Some students arrive with little exposure to or experience with faith and are introduced to prayer, religious traditions, and a foundation of faith while at Canterbury. The seeds of faith are planted, and these students have opportunities to learn more and decide how they want to carry faith forward in their lives.
A Framework of Respect for Faith Traditions
Some students arrive without a connection to faith and ultimately decide that religion will not play a formal role in their lives. Still, while at Canterbury, they do learn to respect different religious traditions and understand why faith plays an integral role in the lives of others.
No ”Fourth Lane”
The lane found at most high schools does not exist at Canterbury: students cannot ”opt out” of learning about different faith traditions, participating in community service, and developing respect for the role religion plays in the lives of others.
D'AMOUR CENTER FOR FAITH, SERVICE & JUSTICE
The D'Amour Center for Faith, Service & Justice inspires you to turn your values into action. Through service projects, social justice initiatives, and reflective conversations, it encourages you to explore your beliefs and passions while making a difference. Rooted in compassion and respect, the Center helps you grow as a leader, engage with diverse perspectives, and create meaningful impact in your community and beyond.
SERVANT LEADERSHIP
At Canterbury, leadership means making a difference for others. Servant leadership is about using your strengths to lift others, whether through helping those in need, standing up for justice, or driving positive change. While service hours aren’t required, our community embraces action—from volunteering locally to supporting social justice causes. Here, you’ll connect with causes you care about and discover the power of leading by example.
THEOLOGY CURRICULUM
Canterbury’s theology curriculum explores big questions about meaning, values, and humanity. You’ll study topics like morality, social justice, world religions, and religious traditions, gaining diverse perspectives. Informed by Catholic teachings, the program encourages reflection on your own beliefs and traditions. With one course required each year, you’ll engage in thoughtful discussions and deepen your understanding of faith, ethics, and global cultures.
