Year 7 Retreat - October 2023

Last Wednesday Year 7 enjoyed their first retreat day. It was a day off timetable to spend reflecting on their own gifts and talents and how together we build up one Body of Christ.

We were visited by Steve, a mime artist with a message. Steve spoke to Year 7 about the importance of being kind to others regardless of differences; a powerful message he shared was we don’t have to like everyone, but we must love them. He explained that love can be another way of saying respecting and valuing; what a powerful message!

Students also spent time with their form group discussing what makes them unique and why that is so special and how we all play important roles but working together is what is important.

The day ended with a prayer service, where Year 7 read Bible readings, sang hymns beautifully and watched a liturgical dance which was led by almost 30 students. A fantastic day with a message we can take through the years!

Thank you to all involved and to Year 7 for participating so well.

Mrs McCabe and Mrs O’Driscoll