Songs

It's always interesting to hear what songs people pick for the prayer service - and why.

This week we had St. Rose's Year 9s - they picked the song Hero - and here's why:

Prayers from St. Mary's

We are reading the good shepherd

because the shepherd looses the sheep

and goes to look for it until he finds it,

and that is what God would do if we started to turn away from him.

He would try and turn us away from sin.

The happiness of this retreat

I couldn't wish for more
it's been peaceful, calm,

and most of all, fun
Thanks for my family,

friends, others

and the world
and my life.

Amen.

Love one another as Jesus loved you.
Our Lord has risen.

Racism is wrong.

Difference is good.

Jesus is the Lord of the world

Eternal is forever

Share with one another, God loves

Us all.

Stay with God forever.

I woke this morning not knowing what to expect

On me this day has had a great effect

The games were amazing the meditation was too

I'm surprised I liked it - what about you?

The day started peaceful it ended the same

I hope I can return here someday again.

Qualities.

Understanding.

Accepting.

Loving.

Interesting.

Thoughtful.

Independent.

Exciting.

Super.

More lads from St. Mary's

Today was our last day with the year 8 lads at St. Mary's... we had a small group in. They were few in number, but huge in energy, fun, insight and personality... a great way to finish off what is always an enjoyable group.

Here's a picture of Mary, the Mother of God that they made for the prayer service.

Our Lady of Mercy year fourteens...

Last week, we had two classes from Our Lady of Mercy in... we had a great time with them - hearing stories, talking, reflecting, praying, enjoying the craic of a few games.

They sent us the photo below that their teacher had taken asking if we'd put it up on the blog... so here it is. Thanks for coming along OLOMs, we enjoyed having ye!



Here's a picture of the focus one of the other classes did for their prayer service too...

The Lads of St. Mary's

This week we've had some lads from year 8 in St. Mary's coming over. They only go to school around the corner, so their teacher walks them over each morning.
They've been stars...


Each day we've had some conversations about meeting Jesus and speaking with him...




We've spoken about how God is the Creator of the World and how friendship is important...





And, in the middle of homework, and new schools, the message was good... be good to your friends, pray, and relax yourself...