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Mrs Graham, our Headteacher, leads us in worship every day. We join together as a school community to reflect in an atmosphere of Peace and Respect. Bible readings are used to help us to learn how we can live our school values. A combination of music, song, drama, artefacts and storytelling bring the worship to life for the children. At this most important time of year in the Christian calendar, we welcomed Father Michael to lead us in our Easter worship. Year 5 shared some Bible readings relating to the events of Holy Week and Father Michael brought these to life - with the help of some of our children! At the end of the worship, each child received a palm cross before spending some time peacefully in our Forest School Garden, where reflective scenes of Jesus' journey through Holy Week had been created. A very special worship was planned and delivered by our children's Faith Group. In order to support the Bishop of Southwark's Lent Appeal for local and international charities, the children decided to run an Easter Fayre. They used the worship to promote the Fayre, as well as sharing details about each of the charities and the amazing work they do - from Zimbabwe to Palestine to London! We gave thanks to our Mothers in this special worship. We were joined by Father Gareth as 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 welcomed Father Michael who delivered our Ash Wednesday worship. As part of the service, children received an 'ashing' - this is the sign of the cross being made on a person's forehead using ash. The ashing is given as a preparation for Lent, a time of reflection and repentance. Father Michael welcomed us for a special Eucharist service which also taught us about the importance of Candlemas, when Jesus went to the temple as a young baby. Our Year 5 children helped to lead the worship in their role as servers. They gave the readings and led us in prayer, as well as bringing the Bread and Wine to the Communion table. We also celebrated Year 5 children who have recently completed their First Communion classes, kindly run by Chaplain Daniel.  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 we 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. Father Steve led us in a very special Harvest worship as we gave thanks for all that we have in the world. Thank you to all of our families, who very generously donated a record breaking amount of food and toiletries, especially given the challenging times we are living in. All of the contributions will be shared with those most in need in our local community. The children confidently sang three special Harvest songs and Year 5 delivered the readings and prayers. During the worship, Father Steve blessed a very special harvest loaf, kindly baked by one of our School Governors, Kate Riches. Back at school, every child in our school community was offered a delicious piece of the Harvest loaf, as we shared one bread together. A very special worship to say a special farewell to our amazing Year 6 class was held in St Mary's Church. The worship was led by Father Steve and Father Max and attended by parents, clergy and governors. Many thanks to Mrs Bond for coordinating the music. The service provided an opportunity to appreciate our amazing Year 6 class and all they have achieved at St Mary's, as well as wishing them well for the future. Each child received a Bible as a gift before enjoying photos on the Church steps. |
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St Mary's Lewisham CE Primary School - 329 Lewisham High Street - London - SE13 6NX
Tel: 020 8690 2613 email: [email protected] |
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