This Post Primary In-Service document outlines the agenda and key activities for the Post Primary Religious Education In-Service 2025, focusing on … [Read more...] about Post Primary In-Service 2025
Post-primary School Resources
Thought for the Week
Thought for the Week
Thought for the Week
At school we not only acquire knowledge and content, but we also learn deportment and values. One is educated to learn many things, that is, much … [Read more...] about Thought for the Week
Ways of Praying
Why not take a little time to spend time with Jesus. There are many ways to pray- here are some suggestions. Ways of Praying … [Read more...] about Ways of Praying
St Patrick – Patron Saint of Ireland
This week why not take a little time to reflect on the life and legacy of Saint Patrick. Liturgy for Saint Patrick's Day Closed-Passage Saint … [Read more...] about St Patrick – Patron Saint of Ireland
Albrecht and Albert Durer – The Story of ‘Praying Hands.’
Why not take a little time this Lent to reflect and pray. Read and reflect on the story of the 'Praying Hands'- of brotherly love, sacrifice and … [Read more...] about Albrecht and Albert Durer – The Story of ‘Praying Hands.’
Short Liturgies for Lent
Why not take a little time each week to read and reflect on the Sunday Gospel. Take a little time to pray together in school, at home or simply … [Read more...] about Short Liturgies for Lent
Assembly for Week before Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent is on the 14 February this year. As many schools are closed for mid-term, this short assembly gives staff and … [Read more...] about Assembly for Week before Ash Wednesday
Catholic Schools Week 2024 – Catholic Schools: Communities of Service
To celebrate the gift of Catholic Schools, the theme chosen this year is Catholic Schools: Communities of Service. Each day a different aspect of … [Read more...] about Catholic Schools Week 2024 – Catholic Schools: Communities of Service
Advent Calendar
Set aside a few minutes each day to reflect on a verse from the Gospel of the day. This is a prayerful way to prepare for the birth of … [Read more...] about Advent Calendar
Reflection on Mary’s Visit to Elizabeth
Take a little time this Advent season to reflect on the 2nd Joyful Mystery - Mary's Visit to Elizabeth … [Read more...] about Reflection on Mary’s Visit to Elizabeth
Advent and Christmas 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 Advent and Christmas Resources
Assembly on the Rosary
Liturgy on the Rosary The Rosary is one of the best forms of prayer to open our hearts to God. It is a Scripture based prayer. The Mysteries of … [Read more...] about Assembly on the Rosary
Stations of the Cross
Why not take a little time to yourself or with family to pray the Stations of the Cross during this holiest of weeks. Stations of the Cross … [Read more...] about Stations of the Cross
Seven Last Words of Jesus
As Jesus hung on the Cross, he uttered seven last words. Over the years meditating on these words has become a tradition in Christian Churches, … [Read more...] about Seven Last Words of Jesus
Praying the Examen for Lent
In his message for Lent 2023, Pope Francis calls on us to, 'listen to Jesus', reminding us that, “Lent is a time of grace to the extent that we listen … [Read more...] about Praying the Examen for Lent
Advent Activities – Preparing for Christmas
Advent is a time of waiting - waiting to celebrate the first coming of our Saviour, Jesus Christ, awaiting his second coming in glory. The resources … [Read more...] about Advent Activities – Preparing for Christmas
November – A Time to Remember
During the month of November, the Christian Community takes time to remember all their beloved dead. As Pope Francis says, remembering and praying for … [Read more...] about November – A Time to Remember
Post Primary School Information Leaflet 2022/2023
The Derry Diocesan Catechetical Centre offer resources and support to Post Primary Schools. We have a variety of creative resources, programmes and … [Read more...] about Post Primary School Information Leaflet 2022/2023
Saint Francis of Assisi and Creation
What a lovely way to close the Season of Creation by reading and learning about Saint Francis of Assisi. Francis expressed his love for God by caring … [Read more...] about Saint Francis of Assisi and Creation
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
Listen to the Voice of Creation
What a wonderful month September is – lovely weather (usually), opening of schools and celebrating of the Season of Creation – a time to step back, … [Read more...] about Listen to the Voice of Creation
Give Thanks to God for He is Good – the Gift of Gratitude in a Catholic School
This year we are encouraging our school communities in the Diocese of Derry, to develop a greater sense of gratitude to God, to recognise, as Saint … [Read more...] about Give Thanks to God for He is Good – the Gift of Gratitude in a Catholic School
Praying the Glorious Mysteries Reflection
Take a little time today to reflect and pray the Glorious Mysteries. Praying The Glorious Mysteries … [Read more...] about Praying the Glorious Mysteries Reflection
Activities to Celebrate the Feast of the Assumption
Read and learn about the importance of the Feast of the Assumption of Mary into heaven. Take some time to do some of the activities. Feast of the … [Read more...] about Activities to Celebrate the Feast of the Assumption
Make Your Own Assumption Scene
Calling all children and the young at heart! Why not take time today, on this, the Feast of the Assumption to make your own Assumption scene. Simply … [Read more...] about Make Your Own Assumption Scene
Martha & Mary- Praying though Art
Sunday's Gospel (17 July) is the lovely story of Martha and Mary and their visitor Jesus. Why not take a little time today and tomorrow and indeed … [Read more...] about Martha & Mary- Praying though Art
Feast of Corpus Christi
The Feast of Corpus Christi celebrates the presence of the risen Christ in the Eucharist. The presence of Christ nourishes our faith, hope and … [Read more...] about Feast of Corpus Christi
Come Holy Spirit – Lectio Divina
There is one particular way of listening to what the Lord wishes to tell us in His Word and of letting ourselves be transformed by the Spirit. It is … [Read more...] about Come Holy Spirit – Lectio Divina
