Year of Apostles 2024/2025

This year, we celebrate the Year of Apostles, a special time to reflect on our shared mission as Catholics: bringing the light of Jesus to the world around us. Inspired by Jesus’ command in the Gospel of Matthew—“Go, then, to all peoples everywhere and make them my disciples” (Matthew 28:19-20)—we consider how each of us is called to live as apostles in our daily lives.

Our faith calls us to love God and to serve our neighbours, especially those experiencing poverty and injustice. Rooted in Catholic Social Teaching, we strive to be Christ’s hands and heart in the world, spreading love, justice, and peace. Through the Rooted in Love programme, children learn how to put Gospel teachings into action—creating a community where everyone is valued, supported, and inspired to live as apostles.

Autumn Term Highlights

One World Week

This year, One World Week was explored through the lens of our mission: ensuring everyone hears the Good News and is treated with dignity. Each class chose a country supported by mission charities such as CAFOD, Caritas, Mary’s Meals, or Fairtrade, highlighting our responsibility to care for others globally. During this special week, representatives from CAFOD, Caritas, and Mary’s Meals visited our school, sharing how they live as apostles by supporting communities impacted by war, natural disasters, and poverty.

Advent Service

The theme of apostleship and mission also continued into our Advent Service. We reflected on the prophets and apostles who came before us, each fulfilling their mission to share God’s message of love and hope. Their example inspires us to embrace our own call to bring Jesus’ light to others, especially during this sacred season of preparation and joy.