We are in the throes of preparation to receive the Blessed Sacrament of The Eucharistic Meal for the first time!
Here are a few reminders as to what is happening over the next few weeks:
Tuesday, 28th April - all of Year 3 will be attending a Retreat Day at Alton Castle as part of our spiritual preparation. Please can we remind you to send all consent slips and trip money in as soon as possible!
Thursday, 30th April - there will be an important meeting in Sacred Heart and Holy Souls Church at 3.15p.m. - it is vital that an adult attends for each child as important information regarding timings and other logistics will be given at this time; we will also receive blessings from either Father David or Father Craig. Please can we remind you to send confirmation of attendance slips as soon as possible (by 24th April).
The children commenced their Sacramental Instruction for this most Blessed Sacrament in November, when they made their First Confessions. They are continuing to prepare within school and we would appreciate your continued support at home. This can be done by attending weekly mass, upholding the Beatitudes and Gospel Values and helping them practise and prepare in a spiritual way.
You will have received and confirmed your child's individual times for Communion Masses by now. As you will appreciate, much time goes into the children's preparation (there are 64 children across 3 masses this year!) and indeed we are starting to practise as we speak, to ensure this is a momentous celebration for you all...
Holy Souls School pride ourselves on this most wondrous celebration in our lifelong journey of faith. Could we please therefore ask that you minimise any absences from school, to ensure smooth running and preparation for all concerned.
As ever, if you have any queries, please don't hesitate to approach a member of Year 3 Staff at the end of the school day.
We look forward to seeing you all on Thursday 30th April - we're getting excited!
