Sixth Form Retreat Day
On the 10 March a group of 22 Year 12 students, along with Mr Roberts and Mr Moroney, braved the snow to take part in a day long service retreat for Lent.
The day involved a morning of reflection, prayer, talks and sharing at the university chaplaincy followed by an afternoon down with missionaries of Charity sisters who hosted a carousel of different activities including constructing Easter Baskets to distribute to people in need, a talk on Mother Theresa and stations of the cross. The Theme of the day was ‘I call you friends’ and all the activities of the day explored the quality of our friendships and how we extend our friendship to those in need. One student commented: “It was honestly such an eye-opening, heart-warming experience and I couldn’t be keener to sign up for the next one when I get a chance.”
Callum Roberts, School Chaplain
O God, we thank you for the life of Edmund Rice.
He opened his heart to Christ present in those oppressed by poverty and injustice.
May we follow his example of faith and generosity.
Grant us the courage and compassion of Edmund as we seek to live lives of love and service.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.