Easter Enrichment

Over the last few weeks the whole school has been involved in Easter enrichment activities. Vicar Dave came to school last week to launch our worship theme of 'humility'. He told us that for Jesus to ride a donkey was a display of humility and a willingness to come in peace.  The shouts of “hosanna”  or “God save us”  as the donkey rode past and palm branches were waved are recollected during “Palm Sunday” worship.  As the story continues, we learn of Jesus washing the disciples’ feet (demonstrating that we should be servants to one another), we find out that he is peaceful at the point of His arrest, and we continue to see that He shows humility throughout.  Jesus said, “if someone strikes you, turn the other cheek”.  In other words, don’t retaliate in anger. 

This example is very hard to follow but time after time we see through history that those who seek peaceful resolutions, are humble and willing to engage or listen, and this does work over time.   Whilst we just speak out about injustice, the power of our words and the humility in our actions can bring about change.

Our Junior pupils were also thrilled to be invited to church for a “Question Time” and where children asked some very tricky questions to a panel of Easter characters.  Vicar Dave and Irene were really impressed with the quality of questions and we were thrilled to be invited over for such an interactive activity and to be offered a drink and a snack after the event. The children were accompanied by members of the SACRE team. The team work with the Local Authority to monitor and advise on Religious Education so it will be fantastic to welcome them to view the wonderful Easter work that is shared between church and school.