The children and staff from KS2 took part in a Eucharist service, held at St Mary’s Church. Father Steffan explained the significance of the bread and wine, making reference to our Bible reading about the Last Supper. Three children shared their prayers, before the bread and wine were brought up to the altar by two Year 6 children, to be blessed by Father Steffan.
The children had been prepared for this special worship and all children who have already received First Communion were invited to receive the bread. The other children, with parental permission, were offered a blessing. Many thanks to Father Steffan (and Father Steve who helped to organise and prepare the children) as well as Mother Sarah from the Good Shepherd Church, who joined us for this very special Worship. The children planned and presented a special worship to highlight our ongoing Road Safety campaign. They gave an update on the actions taken so far and shared the actions that they are fighting for. The School Council handed our local Member of Parliament, Vicky Foxcroft, a petition that they have prepared, containing over 500 signatures. The worship included drama and poetry, written by the children. The Bible reading was from Hebrews 11:1 “Faith makes us sure of what we hope for.”
Each class contributed some amazing artwork and reflective written work to this interactive journey in St Mary’s Church. The theme was holy week and each class followed in Jesus’ footsteps from his entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday to the Last Supper and the Garden of Gethsemane. Next, we reflected on his arrest, trial, journey to the cross and crucifixion. Finally, we celebrated the resurrection of Jesus as he was given new life and we reflected on how Jesus is still with us in our lives today.
“I liked it when my friends welcomed me in Church with the palm leaves.” “The garden of Gethsemane was beautiful. I want to make one.” “I felt excited, happy, joyful, cheerful, peaceful and then sorrowful because Jesus died on the cross.” “I loved the Easter Journey because it reminded me that Jesus is in my heart.” “It made us feel like a member of the community.” “It made us feel like Jesus would be with us forever.” “I felt a close connection to Jesus.” “I felt like I was a disciple.” “I felt a part of the story as if I was involved.” “The Easter Journey made me feel like I was right beside Jesus every step of the way.” “I enjoyed the time to think deeply about how Jesus felt.” “I can appreciate how strong and brave Jesus really was.” “It made me feel like I was actually there with Jesus. I enjoyed the Easter Journey because we got our own palm crosses and we got to sing.” “Jesus was very forgiving and loving, even though someone has done wrong.” “It made me feel as if I went back in time and experienced the whole entire thing with Jesus, I enjoyed it because it made me feel closer with Jesus. I learnt that although Judas betrayed Jesus; Jesus forgave him anyway, which means we should always forgive one another.” |
A Week of Worship at St Mary's
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May 2024
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