With Christ at our side to guide us,
we shine in all that we do.

First Holy Communion Day

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Some of our Year 4 children made their first Holy Communion on Saturday June 14th.  It was a wonderful mass – the church was filled with families, friends and staff to support the children, the children read beautifully and looked amazing!  Everyone was so proud of them!

After Mass, the children headed down to the church hall which was decorated with beautiful artwork, prayers, poems and cards made by their St Bede’s family.  The children then tucked into their First Holy Communion breakfast before continuing the celebrations at home with their families.

Y3 Celebration of the Word

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Today Y3  went outside to celebrate the Word. The chldren created a lovely prayerful and reflective atmosphere.

 

 

Pupil-led Celebration of the Word in Y4

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Gather

The children decided to gather on the field behind the Year 4 classroom and sit in a heart shape.  As they gathered they chose to sing the hymn ‘God’s Spirit is in my Heart’.

Prepare to listen to the Word of God

The children chose a theme of ‘Kindness’ following on from some arguments some children had recently had in the playground.  They chose to place both hands together like a bowl and into the bowl they wanted to place a memory of when they were unkind to someone – they then wanted to throw this memory away and choose kindness instead, drawing a line under their argument.

They remained holding their hands together like a bowl to offer up kindness to God and to each other as they listened to the Word of God.

This theme also links it with Pentecost, discipleship and service to others.

 

Listen to the Word

The children chose the Scripture ‘Encourage each other and show kindness’ from Romans 12:8-11.

Response

The children wanted quiet time to reflect on the Word, thinking about the times when they have forgotten to talk to God – asking him for forgiveness and help.

Mission

The children’s Mission was to be an example of Jesus today by helping someone in need, sharing with someone, being kind and patient or looking after our world.  Some of the children shared their mission with the group.

Pupil-led Celebration of the Word in Y4

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Gather

The children decided to gather on the field behind the Year 4 classroom and sit in a circle.  They held hands in a moment of silence and reflection.

Prepare to listen to the Word of God

One of the children placed a candle in the centre of the circle, saying, ‘We light this candle to remind us that Jesus is the Light of the World’.  The children then passed a Bible around the group.

Listen to the Word

The Scripture chosen was from last Sunday’s Gospel John 21:1-19.

Response

Pupils reflected on the Word as they passed a wicker heart around the circle with each child being invited to hold it for a moment and think of someone that might need Jesus’ help.

Mission

The Mission was to make a promise to find an opportunity to follow Jesus’ example and share kindness with others this week.

Easter Mystery

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On the last day of term, children in EYFS and KS1 will be given a copy of The Easter Story to share with their families at home.  KS2 children will be given a copy of the Stations of the Cross, with images drawn by the Mini Vinnies, to take home to share with their families also.

By sharing the Easter story and the Passion of Christ, we remember the life, death and resurrection of Jesus.  As a family, please take time to stop and think about the true meaning of Easter.

We wish you all a happy, healthy and holy Easter!

Stations of the Cross

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During Lent, the children in Years 5 and 6 and in Years 3 and 4 enjoyed the experience of leading Stations of the Cross with parishioners at St Bede’s Church.

Here are some photos of Years 3 and 4 in church after Mass today.

Reception’s Easter Celebration of the Word

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This morning Reception performed a wonderful Easter Celebration of the Word for their families. They said their lines so confidently, sang beautifully and shared some lovely messages about the meaning of Easter and new life.

Yr 1’s Celebration of the Word – Meals

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Year 1 led a beautiful Celebration of the Word on the theme of Meals, reflecting on the special meals we share and the most important meal of all – the Mass.

Through prayers, songs, and scripture, the children thought about how Jesus shared meals with his friends and gave us the gift of the Eucharist. They shared their own memories of special meals with family and friends, reminding us of the joy of coming together.

Y3- Our Journeys!

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The Y3 children shared a thoughtful and reflective Celebration of the Word today with their families. They described their own personal journeys with their favourite interests; while acknowledging the supportive family members who guide them and share the joy of their experiences.

Year 2 Celebration of the Word

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Year 2 has had an exciting and meaningful exploration of the different books used in church and in everyday life as part of our current RE topic, Books. The children discovered the significance of these books in our faith and how they help us grow in our understanding of God’s word.

The highlight of their learning was their excellent retelling of the story of Jesus’ Baptism. With great enthusiasm and confidence, the children shared this important moment in the life of Jesus, projecting their voices excellently and bringing the story to life for everyone to enjoy.

Mrs. McHugh is incredibly proud of the children for their hard work, dedication, and effort. Their ability to recall and share the story with such clarity and passion is a testament to their deep engagement with the topic.

A huge thank you to everyone who came along to support the children and make this event even more special. Your presence meant a lot to the children and added to the joy of the celebration.

As a well-deserved treat for their hard work, the children enjoyed some biscuits back in class, sharing their excitement and reflecting on the celebration together.

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