Saint Columba/Colmcille is the Patron Saint of Derry. His life, committed to spreading the ‘Good News’ of Jesus Christ, is an example for all of us to follow. These resources are suitable for use by schools, parishes and indeed anyone seeking to know and understand better his life and legacy.
Resources
Overview with Factfile, Prayer Station Ideas and Liturgies
Celebrating the 1500th Anniversary of the Birth of Saint Columba/Colmcille
Opening and Closing Liturgies Celebrating Saint Columba Colmcille
Templates for Prayer Station Activities (there is a variety of templates to suit different age groups)
Activity Template Station One I have Called You by Your Name Younger Children
Activity Template Station One I have Called You by Your Name Younger Children
Activity Template Station One I have called You by Your Name Older Children
Activity Template Station Two If you could ask God anything Younger Children
Activity Template Station Two If- you could ask God anything Older Children
Activity Template Station Three Growing in the Love of God Younger Children
Activity Template Station Three Growing in the Love of God Older Children
Activity Template Station Five Jesus Washes the Apostles Feet Younger Children
Activity Template Station Five Jesus Washes the Apostles Feet Older Children
Colmcille 1500 Schools Projects – Primary
Faughanvale Primary School
Donagh National School
Long Tower Primary School
Nazareth House Primary School
Nazareth House Primary School created beautiful wooden plaques incorporating the Oak Leaf of Saint Columba, their school crest and the children’s prayers.
Saint Colmcille’s Primary School and Nursery Unit
Saint Colmcille’s Primary School and Nursery Unit created an Apple Book which is free and can be accessed at this link.
https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewBook?id=1591304806
