“A man’s heart plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps.” (Prov16:9)
Our pilgrimage is "Love in Action" and we journey to Lourdes to serve each other and to renew our commitment to walk with Jesus Christ.
The occasion reminds Christians of Jesus’ prayer for his disciples, that “they may be one so that the world may believe”
"Let us all come together for prayer, formation and the renewed mission for the world the Lord calls us to serve."
"Let the earth be opened and bring forth a Saviour."
"Each year we journey through the Liturgical Calendar, walking in the Life events of Jesus, knowing that He is Risen and walks with us."
"The expectancy that we see in those who listened to John the Baptist is ours."
Special places of pilgrimage have been designated, and celebrations are planned in the Diocese.
Read the latest edition of the newsletter for RE Leads, Heads of RE, Chaplains and Prayer & Liturgy leaders from the Education Service.
The grant will help to foster a love of reading in the children, and support literacy development.
The schools' outcomes for disadvantaged children in last year's KS2 or KS4 results were "among the very best nationally".
The schools bring the total of primary schools in the Trust to fourteen, joining the three secondary schools also in Bosco CET.
In his homily, Archbishop-elect Richard spoke of how our schools are like John the Baptist, pointing others to Christ.
Children from across the Diocese have contributed to this year's digital card, produced by the Schools Singing Programme.
Children participating in the Schools Singing Programme are contributing to Advent worship and Christmas preparations and celebrations.
"The Holy Father states that our world needs [the] hope which is generated through education."
