Our Catholic Life
We want our family here at St Paul’s to be full of JOY.
As our patron St Paul encourages us to :
“Be joyful in hope,
patient in difficulties
and faithful in prayer”
(Romans 2:12)
Our DESIRE is that everyone will have a positive experience during their time at St Paul’s
by adhering to these tenets:
Jesus – Follow his example
Others – put others before yourself
Yourself – be your best self.
This is the cornerstone of our Catholic Life and Mission, a school with Christ at our centre, supported by our Class and House Saints.
At St Paul’s, we are dedicating this year to deepening our understanding of the life and spirituality of St Francis of Assisi, learning from his love of God, creation, and neighbour.
Across the year, each half term focusses on a key theme from the life of St Francis. In Spring 2, we begin with Francis Loves All of Creation, launching the year with a Celebration of the Word, a whole-school creation pledge, outdoor prayer, and a blessing of our school grounds. During Summer 1, we explore Francis the Peacemaker, reflecting on forgiveness and reconciliation through peace prayers, role play, and Gospel reflections on “Blessed are the peacemakers.” In Summer 2, we focus on gratitude in Francis Gives Everything to God, ending the year with thanksgiving liturgies and opportunities for pupil-led prayer.
In Autumn 1, we reflect on Francis Listens to God’s Call, introducing intentional silence and Scripture reflection in our daily prayer. Finally, in Autumn 2, we consider how Francis Chooses a New Way, putting faith into action through charitable works and acts of generosity.
Through prayer, worship, service, and reflection, we hope our children grow as peacemakers, stewards of creation, and joyful disciples of Christ.
To follow.
March is the month of St. Joseph.
April is the month of the Blessed Sacrament.
May is the Month of Our Holy Mother, Mary.
June is the month of the Sacred Heart.
Catholic Social Teaching at St. Paul's
At St. Paul's, we have worked on a bespoke set of seven principles of CST, which are prominently displayed in classrooms and central areas. The children are very familiar with them.
They are taught as a discrete topic in the Autumn term and referred to in may other lessons.
Some of our students' work on Catholic Social Teaching:
