Reader Marion welcomed the children to the beautiful surroundings of St Mary's Church for Pentecost worship. Mr Stringfellow accompanied the hymns on the organ and children from Year 6 shared the readings and prayers.
At this most important time of year in the Christian calendar, we welcomed Father Steve and Father Max to lead us in our Easter worship. Year 6 shared some Bible readings relating to the events of Holy Week and Father Max brought these to life - with the help of some of our children! Thank you to our School Governor Mr Stringfellow, who accompanied our hymns and led the School Choir in two beautiful and reflective songs. At the end of the worship, each child received a palm cross before spending some time peacefully in our Spiritual Garden, where a reflective scene of Jesus' tomb had been created.
We gave thanks to our Mothers in this special worship. We were joined by Reader Marion and Father Max from St Mary's Church. Children discussed what makes their Mothers so special and how we can help them. Thanks to all of the mothers who joined us for worship and received some Spring daffodils as a gift from their children.
We were blessed to be joined by Father Steve and Father Max from St Mary's Church for this special worship. The children reflected on the significance of Lent as we prepare for Holy Week and Easter. Children were given the opportunity to choose to receive an 'ashing' - the sign of the cross made using ashes from the Palm Sunday crosses.
All of the children developed their spirituality in a space of peace and reflection. Children sat in small groups around a candle and focused on Bible readings, with time to reflect on our school values.
All of the children from Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 created a wonderful and reflective atmosphere in St Mary’s Church. Each class excellently performed their Choral reading , sharing key Bible passages to tell the story of the birth of Jesus. Christmas Carols were sung by the whole congregation and the choir also performed, before Mrs Graham shared her Headteacher’s address.
Mrs Chetri led us in a fascinating Worship as learned all about Divali. We entered the Hall to some meditative music on the theme of Peace. Mrs Chetri lit a traditional oil lamp (Diya) to start the Worship. Children shared the story of 'Rama and Sita' and Mrs Chetri explained the beliefs and practises that Hindus remember at Divali.
We welcomed Reader Marion from St Mary's Church who led us in All Saints Worship. Children read passages from the Beatitudes and Marion brought these to life by discussing their meanings, finishing with the message that 'we are all Saints'.
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A Week of Worship at St Mary's
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June 2022
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