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The virtue this week is HONESTY - telling the truth even when it would be easier to lie.

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Honesty is a cornerstone of Christian life, reflecting our commitment to the truth as Jesus Christ is the ultimate Truth (John 14:6).

A person practicing honesty gains trust from others and builds lasting relationships rooted in love and respect. Honest behavior includes admitting mistakes, honoring commitments, and speaking with kindness and truth. This virtue brings inner peace and aligns with God’s call to live in truth and love.

Bible:
“Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but whoever takes crooked paths will be found out.” – Proverbs 10:9
Saints:
“You must speak the truth, especially when it is hard, for this pleases the Lord.” – St. Catherine of Siena
“Lying always brings division; truth brings peace.” – St. Padre Pio
“Be honest and humble, and you will shine like a star in God’s kingdom.” – St. Francis of Assisi
“God’s light shines brightest in those who are truthful and pure.” – St. Philip Neri 

Catechism of the Catholic Church:
“Truth as uprightness in human action and speech is called truthfulness, sincerity, or candor. Truth or truthfulness is the virtue which consists in showing oneself true in deeds and truthful in words, and in guarding against duplicity, dissimulation, and hypocrisy.” – CCC 2468

the vice is DISHONESTY - to be deceitful in words or deeds

“Confession is an act of honesty and courage.” - Pope St. John Paul II

“The truth is like a lion. You don’t have to defend it. Let it loose. It will defend itself.” St. Augustine

In Christ's Peace
Daniel Minter
President 
Assumption Catholic Schools
715.422.0902

Mission- to inspire excellence and personal growth grounded in Catholic principles and tradition
Vision - a community of academic excellence Catholic in spirit and culture, nurturing integrity and respect.