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Celebration of the Word

As we reflect on our more formal prayer opportunities, such as Celebrations of the Word and the variety of liturgical and prayerful experiences offered throughout the school, it is equally important to consider the rhythm of daily, weekly, and termly life. This reflection invites us to think about how we can more deeply embed the liturgical seasons into the fabric of our school community. Simple yet meaningful practices, such as using seasonally appropriate prayers to begin and end the day, or offering additional opportunities for reflection and sacraments.

Each Celebration of the Word is rooted in the Gospel of the week, supported by a focus on a whole-school virtue and a relevant theme from Catholic Social Teaching. These shared themes help to connect Scripture with daily life and offer a consistent spiritual focus for the school community.

Day

Celebration of the Word

Leader

Monday

Whole School Celebration of The Word

Theme: Link to weekly Gospel

Head of School

Tuesday

KS2 class Collective Worship

Theme: Link to weekly Gospel, Word of the Week, Class Saints, Liturgical Seasons etc

 

KS1 Assembly

Theme: Pupil theme of choice, links to weekly Gospel, Class Saints, Class Charity

SLT

Class teacher and/or pupils

Wednesday

Hymn Practice

Theme:  Songs linked to Liturgical calendar

 

L Craig and M Fidler

 

Thursday

KS2 Assembly

Theme: Pupil theme of choice, links to weekly Gospel, Class Saints, Class Charity

 

KS1 class Collective Worship

Theme: Link to weekly Gospel, Word of the Week, Class Saints, Liturgical Seasons etc

SLT

Class teacher and/or pupils

Friday

 

Whole School Celebration Assembly

Theme: Links to Gospel

Head of School