St Columbanus College Yr 13-14

We were joined by  Year 14  and Year 13 RE students from St Columbanus' College.

Tuesday 27th November '12

Music

'Let it be' was chosen, as we all like to have someone we can call on when we need a little help.

'Man in the mirror', we need to look at ourselves and change our ways before we can change others.

They made spirals exploring their image of God and its impact on their lives.

Scripture
The scripture used today was taken from Mark (8:27-29) 'Who do you say I am?' Helping to discover who we really are and what image of ourselves we present to other people.

At the Prayer Service, each of the class was invited to think of someone they would like to pray for, write the name on a slip of paper and attach it to the Prayer Ring. This ring was sent back to school to be added to throughout the year.

Each person wrote a letter to themselves. These letters were to contain memories of today and hopes for the future, attitudes they would like to develop to help themselves and those around them. The letters will be sent to the school in the new year.

Thursday 29th November '12
Yr 14

Music

We chose 'Firework' by Katie Perry because it represents the good times and the bad. At the end of all the bad there is always a light at the end of the tunnel.

'You gotta friend in me' was chosen because we're all mates and will be there for each other.

Scripture

We choose this scripture because everyone deserves a chance and we don't know why people are the way they are.

Prayers

Dear God

I would like to take a minute for those who are less fortunate, 

especially coming up to Christmas as it is a time for giving, 

by coming together as a community to raise money 

to ensure the Third World countries have a happy Christmas.

Amen

Dear God

We pray for the happiness and joy of our classmates. 

With your help we hope we can achieve everything we desire in life.

We pray that you guide us through the stressful period of our exams.

Amen

Dear God

We pray for our loved ones who are deceased but who we still 

think of and cherish our memories we shared with them everyday.

Amen

Reflection

 Friday 30th November '12

Focus
The river symbolises the journey we have taken today. The dove symbolises the sign of peace, God will bring peace to our lives in the future. The sun symbolises the light and warmth that God gives us in our every day lives. The stone symbolises difficulties we may face in our lives. The candles symbolise the important points of  our journey today.

Music
We chose 'You've got a friend in me' because we should all be friends and there for each other through good and bad times.
'The Climb' was chosen as life is a challenge, you encounter many challenges and ups and downs, but faith will see you through all times, good and bad.

Scripture
'Judging others' Matthew (7:1-2)
'Love for enemies' Matthew (5:43-45)

Prayers

Dear Lord

Thank you for being with us in our good and bad days.

 Look over us and give us strength for our up coming exams and any difficult time we are facing. 

We thank you for friends and family.

Amen

Dear Lord

You are the one who watches me fall and helps me to get back up. 

When I feel or stand alone you are there and give me luck. 

If I forget what you have done, know I will never turn my back. 

For you are the Lord Almighty, you are the one who we adore. 

If I ever question my faith, know I will believe in you.

Amen

Reflection

There's no point waiting on someone else to do something.

One kind word can make a difference.