Spirituality Statement
Spirituality is an approach to the Gospel from a specific point of view: it is a way of living the Gospel in which nothing essential may be omitted, but in which certain characteristics may be accented more than others. A spirituality is one way (not the only way)to understand and live the total Gospel.
The Chaplaincy Team
The chaplaincy team spend one lunchtime per week reading bible stories, discussing the message and engaging in fun activities associated with the story. This takes place in the Rainbow room. This room is also available during other lunchtimes for prayer and quiet reflection if the children wish.
Pupil Voice
‘We know this is a Catholic school since we walk past our cross which reminds us that Jesus sacrificed himself for our sins.’ ‘Our Saints name helps to remind us that we are a Catholic school.’ ‘We always show respect and look after God’s creation.’ ‘Our FISH groups and mission statement helps us to know who we are and what we are at St. Mary’s.’ ‘I can always improve my RE work by making links to scripture and remember to complete the class target.’ ‘Our school is full of art work that reminds us about Jesus and the bible stories.’
Meeting the Bishop
CAFOD – Faith in Action
Our Year 5 pupils are completing their Faith in Action Award with the support of our Lay Chaplain.
This award is administered with NDCYS (The Nottingham Diocesan Catholic Youth Service.
Lectio Divina
Faith in Action – Year 5 – with our Lay Chaplain
Bible studies with class 4
Bishop Patrick’s Vision
Bishop Patrick has shared his vision for our diocese and has encouraged all of us in Catholic schools and parishes to consider three themes (these themes are considered termly or yearly):
- Encounter
- Discipleship
- Missionary Discipleship
During the theme of ‘Encounter’, we encourage all of the children to consider ways in which they encounter Jesus in their lives, so that they all know that God loves them and that they can all have a relationship with Him in their lives…
On the theme of ‘Discipleship’, we help the children to understand what it means to be a disciple of Jesus.
On the theme of ‘Missionary Discipleship’, we help the children to understand how they can actively ‘do God’s work here on Earth’.
Senior Chaplains – Mary’s Missionaries
The Senior Chaplains have decided to rebrand themselves as ‘Mary’s Missionaries’.
The current Senior Chaplains have created a job description and interview process for prospective chaplains next year.
All pupils who apply for this role will also be observed leading a worship and have an interview with the Senior Chaplains.
‘I want to be a senior chaplain because I would like to increase my confidence and strengthen my relationship with God.’ – Erin
Interviews
The current senior chapalins interview propective year 5 pupils for the role for next year. The senior chaplains wrote the questions and carried out the interviews themselves.
Lead Lay Chaplain visits St Mary’s CVA and talks with senior chaplains
Mary's missionaries
Lenten Crosses
Key stage 2 senior chaplains lead the station of the cross with key stage 1
Act of Kindness
