
Core Values
Our Core Values have been part of Norfolk Christian since its inception and form the basis of the Christ-honoring community we seek to create. These seven Core Values are reinforced in developmentally-appropriate ways at all grade levels.
Become leaders to promote God’s purposes
Exercise self-control and self-discipline
Fear God and respect those in authority
Serve others diligently
Truth - Romans 11:36, Psalm 119:142, 160, John 8:32
Recognize God as creator and sustainer
Acknowledge that all truth has its foundation in God’s Word
Pursue knowledge and wisdom and get understanding
Desire academic excellence
Be lifelong learners
Worship - Psalm 95:6, Revelation 4:9-11
Praise Him with our lips and our lives
Be obedient to His Word and the guidance of the Holy Spirit
Understand and extend forgiveness and mercy
Pray without ceasing
Relationship - Matthew 22:37-39; John 15:1-13
Maintain a personal relationship with Jesus Christ
Walk in the knowledge of His grace
Be active disciples
Remain in fellowship with the community of Christ
Recognize our responsibility to care for God’s creation
Give of time, resources and talents
Exercise compassion, mercy and grace
Promote fiscal responsibility.
Practice wise decision-making
Partnership - Deuteronomy 6:4-7
Respect the primary role of the parents to educate their children
Promote the partnership between the local church, home, and school
Ambassadorship - Matthew 28:18-20; 2 Corinthians 5:20
Represent Christ to the world
Be obedient to the Great Commission
Be salt and light to a dark world