The younger children at St Edward’s Catholic Primary School, excelled themselves on Friday, with a marvellous and enthusiastic performance of the Christmas Nativity. Children from Early years, Year 1 and Year 2 joined forces to share the true meaning of Christmas through songs and exciting acting. Family and friends joined together to watch the performance and expressed how proud they were of their children.

The Mini-Vinnies and our generous families collected over £100 for the Sudan and South Sudan Appeal. This money was presented to the St. Vincent De Paul Society at SS Henry and Elizabeth Church (Davis Silk and Father Frank). Atleigh in Year 4 collected a huge bag of pennies with his grandfather for the appeal and was presented with the certificate.

 

The Trust decided to run their very first Christmas card competition this
year, and it was undoubtedly a huge success. With over 100 entries, it was a tough decision for the Board. The two winners were announced at the winter conference, and both deservedly received a £20 book voucher.
Look out for your Trust christmas card!

Children from St. Richard’s in Dover and St. Joseph’s in Northfleet took part in this years Diocesan Schools Advent Service at St George’s Cathedral, in aid of the Southwark Crisis Fund.

 

Lots of schools attended, as it would be wonderful to see children from across the Diocese of Southwark unite as they experience the Christmas Story through song, spoken word and drama.

 

Eight schools volunteered to present a portion of the Christmas Story.

This event was held to raise the profile of the work carried out in Southwark Diocese by the Catholic Children’s Society, in particular through the Southwark Crisis Fund, and the ConnectEd services. 

 

Photo of  the 'Wise Men' from St. Richard's pictured with Archbishop John!