_{Dear Parents and Carers,}

_{I am afraid to be informing you with very sad news that Rev.Steve McKenna passed away this morning in the Hospice, he was pain free and peaceful. I have also ensured that a text message has been sent to you today with this message. I will be holding an assembly with the children and staff on Monday morning to inform the pupils of this news, but wanted to ensure you knew before then in case you would prefer to discuss it with your child/ren first.}

_{As soon as I have more information regarding his funeral I will make contact in writing. Please keep Maureen McKenna and the rest of the family in your prayers.}

_{God Bless,}

_{Mrs Nikki O'Dwyer}

 

 

Prayer for those who mourn

Bless those who mourn, eternal God,

with the comfort of your love

that they may face each new day with hope

and the certainty that nothing can destroy

the good that has been given.

May their memories become joyful,

their days enriched with friendship,

and their lives encircled by your love.

Amen.

 

Vienna Cobb Anderson, from Prayers of Our Hearts (1991, Crossroad Publishing Co.)

Thank you to everyone who sent us a picture of the Snowman they built while they were away from school. We hope you enjoy looking at these as much as we have . . .

Please see the attached letter from Bishop Mark in which he shares his concerns about the future of Catholic Education

Once again Mary's Garden has taken on a seasonal feel with a special Christmas bed.   Thank you to everyone who worked on this.  

 

 

Congratulations to our Hockey A Team who came second in the recent tournament at Marches School.    They won their group matches and beat Cockshutt School before meeting The Meadows in the final which they lost.

We are very proud of their performance.

 

We have a VERY cute Husky(see our picture) who is looking for a new home.   If you can guess the name of the Husky Toy you will be able to take him home for keeps.   All you need to do is think of a name, bring in your £1 donation and fill in a guessing slip - any day next week.  The winner will be announced on Friday and all proceeds will go to Children In Need.

Also, don't forget that on Friday November 17th children and grown ups are encouraged to wear their PJs and donate £1 to this very worthwhile cause.  

Finally, there a box in the School Office for Pudsey's Round Pound Countdown; so your can donate any old pound coins you may still have.