During their junior year, students formulate a personal moral stance within a Christian context and also study the Church's social justice teachings. Seniors learn about the world's religions and study philosophy from Plato and Aristotle to twentieth century philosophers such as C.S. Lewis. Liturgies Mayfield provides worship experiences for the entire school through liturgies. As part of Campus Ministry, students help plan and participate in all liturgical celebrations. Retreats Mayfield believes in the importance of individual spiritual development.
Every student has the opportunity to participate in a variety of retreat experiences.
Seniors attend a three-day retreat, Juniors attend an overnight retreat, and days of recollection are planned for Sophomores and Freshmen. On Cornelia Connelly Day in October, the entire school reaches out to the community to work in schools, women's shelters, soup kitchens, and on environmental projects. Because service to others is an integral part of a Holy Child education, students are required to perform four years of community service. A Christian Service Assembly each fall acquaints students with various service opportunities.