As we journey through Lent, we have a series of reflections by guest speakers to help you draw closer to Jesus and to Care, Hope and … [Read more...] about Weekly Lenten Reflections by Guest Speakers
Post-primary School Resources
Lenten Assemblies
As we celebrate Lent 2021 join us in prayer each Monday with assemblies led by Bishop Donal Mc Keown, Fr Paul Farren and Fr Patrick … [Read more...] about Lenten Assemblies
Care, Hope and Pray – Activities for young and old – 40 good deeds in 40 days
Why not spend a little time helping others this Lent? Why not spend time with God? Carrying out 40 good deeds during Lent is a wonderful way to … [Read more...] about Care, Hope and Pray – Activities for young and old – 40 good deeds in 40 days
How to create a Sacred Space in your home for Lent
Why not make a Sacred Space in your home this Lent? - a place of quiet, of peace, where you can talk to Jesus and tell him how you care for yourself … [Read more...] about How to create a Sacred Space in your home for Lent
Care, Hope and Pray- Lenten Resources for Schools, Young People and Families
Are you getting ready for the Season of Lent? The resources will help schools, students, young people and families to prepare for Easter. Whether … [Read more...] about Care, Hope and Pray- Lenten Resources for Schools, Young People and Families
The Feast of Saint Brigid
1 February is the feast day of Saint Brigid, patroness of Ireland. This short liturgy gives everyone the opportunity to pray togetherAssembly for … [Read more...] about The Feast of Saint Brigid
Catholic Schools Week 2021-Conversations with Bishop Donal McKeown
As part of our Catholic Schools Week 2021 Online Programme, Bishop Donal McKeown held conversations with people involved with Catholic Education. … [Read more...] about Catholic Schools Week 2021-Conversations with Bishop Donal McKeown
Catholic Schools – Communities of Faith and Resilience-Bishop Donal McKeown
A couple of weeks before Christmas, I was walking round in the deserted Derry city centre. There I met one of our local teachers and her nine-year-old … [Read more...] about Catholic Schools – Communities of Faith and Resilience-Bishop Donal McKeown
Catholic Schools Week 2021 Online Programme
Are you preparing to celebrate Catholic Schools Week 2021? Looking for ways to explore the themes of Faith, Learning, Love, Resilience and Hope? Why … [Read more...] about Catholic Schools Week 2021 Online Programme
Catholic Schools Week 2021 – Celebrating the Gift of Catholic Education
“A Catholic school is not just teaching secular subjects and then little bits and pieces of Church teaching. Our schools locate excellent teaching in … [Read more...] about Catholic Schools Week 2021 – Celebrating the Gift of Catholic Education
A New Year filled with Hope, expectations of Great Joy and many Blessings-Roisin Rice
As I read the various posts on social media over the last few days of 2020, it struck me that there was an overwhelming consensus of good … [Read more...] about A New Year filled with Hope, expectations of Great Joy and many Blessings-Roisin Rice
New Beginnings-Fr Declan Boland
Every year at this time we spontaneously and genuinely wish each other ‘Happy New Year.’ We have all being doing it for decades and it is a heartfelt … [Read more...] about New Beginnings-Fr Declan Boland
Celebrating Christmas – “Unto us a child is born” (Is 9:6)
At Christmas we celebrate the gift of Jesus, our hope and peace, Jesus, the light of the world. We invite you to use these resources to help you, as … [Read more...] about Celebrating Christmas – “Unto us a child is born” (Is 9:6)
Praying the O Antiphons in Advent -17th-23rd December
“How important are the beautiful O Antiphons that the Church has us pray over the course of these days.” (Pope Francis) There are many … [Read more...] about Praying the O Antiphons in Advent -17th-23rd December
‘The Magnificat’ – Anne Marie Hickey
As we journey through Advent, it is important to take time and reflect on the gift of Mary, our Mother. Pope Francis says of Mary, ‘She teaches us the … [Read more...] about ‘The Magnificat’ – Anne Marie Hickey
Advent – a time to wait?
Tell me, O rose, what thing it is That now appears, now vanishes? When the American poet Edwin Markham wrote these words, he was referring to a … [Read more...] about Advent – a time to wait?
Advent- Niamh McLaughlin
On Sunday the 29th of November, the Church will begin to celebrate the season of Advent and the beginning of the new liturgical year. When the word … [Read more...] about Advent- Niamh McLaughlin
Advent-Spirit Led Acts of Kindness
A different way for children and young people to prepare during Advent, for the coming of Jesus at Christmas. Led by the gift of the Holy Spirit, … [Read more...] about Advent-Spirit Led Acts of Kindness
Advent Resources for Parishes and Families
To support families and parishes, in the celebration of the Season of Advent, there are resources available through the Diocesan Catechetical Centre. … [Read more...] about Advent Resources for Parishes and Families
Preparing our Hearts for Christmas-Advent Resources
Advent is the time set aside by the Church to prepare for the coming of Jesus at Christmas, into our hearts, into our lives and into the world. We … [Read more...] about Preparing our Hearts for Christmas-Advent Resources
Preparing to Celebrate the Feast of Christ the King
On Sunday 22nd November, the Church celebrates the feast of Jesus Christ, the universal king. Jesus is king, not only of the world, but of the entire … [Read more...] about Preparing to Celebrate the Feast of Christ the King
Learning Sanctity from Children-Lisa Hendey
Although I began my writing career penning non-fiction for adults, in recent years my emphasis has strongly shifted toward crafting work that will … [Read more...] about Learning Sanctity from Children-Lisa Hendey
The Gift of Care – Isobel Mc Dowell
I am increasingly grateful for the gift of growing up in a family of unconditional love, faith and care. God was ever present in our family and this … [Read more...] about The Gift of Care – Isobel Mc Dowell
Bishop Donal Mc Keown shows Appreciation for Staff who are Retiring
A number of staff in our diocesan schools are retiring at this time. We thank them for their contribution over the years to Catholic Education and to … [Read more...] about Bishop Donal Mc Keown shows Appreciation for Staff who are Retiring
World Drawing God Day-9th November 2020
Where do you see God? Who do you see God in? Have you ever thought about drawing God? Lots of children in the Derry Diocese did just that last year … [Read more...] about World Drawing God Day-9th November 2020
November: A Month to Remember our dearly Departed
Each November we gather as a Christian Community to remember those who have gone before us and to offer our consolation and support to those among us … [Read more...] about November: A Month to Remember our dearly Departed
Blessed Carlo Acutis- A Saint for the Young
“Carlo is a concrete example of ‘what holiness looks like in the 21st century.” (Cecilia Cicone) To celebrate the recent Beatification of Carlo … [Read more...] about Blessed Carlo Acutis- A Saint for the Young
Praying the Rosary with and for our Diocesan Schools
Why not pray the Rosary this October? Or at least one decade a day! Pray with and for our schools. Spend a little time at home, in school, while … [Read more...] about Praying the Rosary with and for our Diocesan Schools
Family Prayer Saint Francis of Assisi
This short liturgy gives families and individuals an opportunity to reflect on the life of Saint Francis of Assisi- We pray for all families and for … [Read more...] about Family Prayer Saint Francis of Assisi
Finger Labyrinth Prayer: Creation Week
Labyrinths are a very old way of praying. Usually people walk labyrinths outdoors, but today we are going to use our fingers to ‘walk and pray’ -to … [Read more...] about Finger Labyrinth Prayer: Creation Week
