Centre for Value Education (CerVE)

About Us

The Centre for Value Education (CerVE) at Holy Cross College guides students in living with integrity, compassion, and responsibility. Education here is about shaping lives in the spirit of Christ along with academics.

Catechism

For Catholic students – deepening faith, sacraments and Church teachings

Bible Study

For Christian students – living the Word of God and Gospel values

Ethics

For non-Catholic students – universal human values and moral reasoning

Our Logo

The logo of the Centre for Value Education reflects our mission of nurturing students through Catechism, Bible Study, and Ethics, forming them in both faith and universal moral values.

Open Book

Symbolizes knowledge and our three streams of study: Catechism, Bible Study, and Ethics.

Growing Trees

Express growth, life and values taking root, showing that students thrive when grounded in faith and virtue.

Golden Dove

A sign of peace and the Spirit of God, guiding all students toward lives of compassion, justice, and truth.

Ears of Wheat

Symbolize the fruits of education — integrity, service, and responsible living.

Burst of Light

Shines as a symbol of enlightenment, showing that value education opens the way to discover wisdom and purpose.

Vision

To form young people who live by values, guided by the spirit of Christ, and who contribute to a world of justice, peace, and love.

Mission

To provide value education through Catechism, Bible Study or Ethics
To nurture Catholic students in their faith journey
To support Christian students in living Gospel values
To strengthen moral reasoning of non-Catholic students
To foster unity, respect and service among diverse students

Value Education Core Team

Rev. Dr. Sr. FABIANA JACINTHA MARY M

Coordinator

Dr. Leema Maria Prakasam.A

Core Member

Dr. Janeeta Priya, F.

Core Member

Ms. Evangeline Vanmathi M

Core Member

Dr. Rosy Lidia, S.I.

Core Member

Dr. Juliat Josephine, A.

Core Member

Ms.Magelin Mary, J.

Core Member

Ms.Amala Deepa, V.

Core Member

Programmes Offered

Catechism Classes

Three-year programme for Catholic students to deepen their understanding of faith

Bible Study

Three-year programme for Christian students focused on Scripture and Gospel values

Ethics Programme

Three-year programme for non-Catholic students on universal human values

Seminars & Workshops

Regular events on values, social justice, and moral responsibility

Community Service

Outreach programmes to practice values through active service

Our Objectives

To help students grow in integrity, faith and compassion

To strengthen Catholic students through systematic Catechism

To deepen Christian students' knowledge of Scripture through Bible Study

To guide non-Catholic students in living responsibly through Ethics

To prepare all students to be value-based leaders who serve society with love

Uniqueness of CerVE

Inclusive system that respects every student's faith and value needs

Consistent value education for all UG & PG students across three years

Perfect balance of faith formation and universal moral values

Blend of classroom teaching with retreats, seminars and service programs

Christ-centered values lived out in a multicultural, interfaith environment