Prayer Life

As a school we believe that Christian worship in a Catholic school is concerned with giving glory, honour, praise and thanks to God. Religious Education of our children not only imparts knowledge as they learn about their Faith, but also deepens their relationship and friendship with God. This is done through deepening prayer in many different forms such as song, role play, music art and dance. The children have many opportunities to pray and as a school we deliver worship through whole school liturgy, class Celebration of the Word, hymn practise, Children's Mass and whole school celebrations.

*Parents/carers have the right to withdraw their children from RE lessons and Prayer and Liturgies.

We are fortunate to have some lovely prayer and reflection areas within our school to support our prayer life. As we enter October, we reflect upon how Mary was faced with an important job and said 'Yes'. Furthermore, each class wrote a Celebration of the Word to reflect upon the Year of St Francis of Assisi, which is a special time to remember how he loved God, cared for animals and looked after people in need.

The Rosary is a special Catholic prayer that helps us to reflect on important moments in the life of Jesus and Mary. By praying the Rosary, we take time to think about Mary as the mother of Jesus and to ask for her prayers and guidance. It is also a peaceful way for children to grow in their faith and prepare their hearts to learn more about Mary. Children took part in a service this morning led by Steve from the ACN.

To help reflect upon the season of Lent, the children took part in a small pilgrimage which allowed them to explore many signs and symbols of the season. As a school, we also raised money for Cafod by taking part in a Big Walk whilst exploring the Stations of the cross.

Today the children were invited to a Crowning service to pray and present flowers as a way of honouring Mary as Jesus' mother.

To mark the Jubilee Year, the children journey around the school through their own pilgrimage taking part in many activities linked to the Year of Hope.

A huge well done to our Chaplain leaders who delivered an assembly across both sites linked to Catholic Social Teachings.

At the start of each big term, the children work in small groups to plan their class Prayer and Liturgy. They plan the religious artefacts they will use, how to share the gospel reading, the action linked to the theme and finally a message to go forth.

Holy Rood Catholic Primary School

Prayer Life

Today the children were invited to a Crowning service to pray and present flowers as a way of honouring Mary as Jesus' mother.

To mark the Jubilee Year, the children journey around the school through their own pilgrimage taking part in many activities linked to the Year of Hope.

A huge well done to our Chaplain leaders who delivered an assembly across both sites linked to Catholic Social Teachings.

At the start of each big term, the children work in small groups to plan their class Prayer and Liturgy. They plan the religious artefacts they will use, how to share the gospel reading, the action linked to the theme and finally a message to go forth.