School and Parish Links
Developing the School Prayer Room
Father Eamonn and the parish have been supporting school in the development of the prayer room this academic year - thinking how we can ensure the lovely space is a child-friendly space where we can learn about and reflect through different types of prayer. We thank them for their very kind donation to support the purchase of the new range of resources and soft furnishings that make it so welcoming.
(picture coming soon)
Visiting "Pop into Pat's" each half term
Once a half term, our 'Mini Vinnies' visit the Monday parish 'Pop into Pat's' group at St Patrick's Church over lunchtime. They share lunch with the parishioners who are in attendance, talk about life at St Patrick's school and the different activities they have taken part in. It is wonderful to see our pupils interacting with different generations, sharing stories and enjoying each others company - a reminder that we are all one St Patrick's family, parish and school together as one.
Presenting Pupils on their Journey of Sacramental Preparation to the Parish
Sacrament of Confirmation:
Our pupils in Year 6, are presented to the parish on a Saturday evening Mass as they choose to start their journey of preparation for the sacrament of Confirmation. In presenting the pupils to the parish, we are asking for them to be in their thoughts and prayers as they are guided to be ready to receive the special sacrament. A board with all the pupils pictures and prayers on is placed on the sanctuary during Mass and remains in church during the time of preparation.
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This year, 2024-2025 we had 22 pupils who received the special sacrament on Thursday 30th January at St Mary's Church in Batley.
Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Our pupils in Year 3, are presented to the parish on a Saturday evening Mass as they choose to start their journey of preparation for the sacrament of Reconciliation. In presenting the pupils to the parish, we are asking for them to be in their thoughts and prayers as they are guided to be ready to receive the special sacrament. A board with all the pupils pictures and prayers on is placed on the sanctuary during Mass and remains in church during the time of preparation.
(photo to come!)
This year, 2024-2025 we have ___ pupils who will be receiving the special sacrament of forgiveness on Thursday 27th March, during the morning, in our special prayer room with Fr Eamonn.
Sacrament of Holy Communion (Eucharist):
Our Year 4 pupils, are presented to the parish on a Saturday evening Mass as they choose to start their journey of preparation for the sacrament of Confirmation. In presenting the pupils to the parish, we are asking for them to be in their thoughts and prayers as they are guided to be ready to receive the special sacrament. A board with all the pupils pictures and prayers on is placed on the sanctuary during Mass and remains in church during the time of preparation.
(photo to come!)
This year, 2024-2025, we have ____ pupils who will be receiving the special sacrament of First Holy Communion, on Saturday 10th May at 11am Mass with Fr Eamonn.