Poverty – 6th Form Prayer Resources
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This week’s prayer resources were planned by 13N – Thank you!
This week we are praying for:
- Those who are suffering from poverty – On Thursday we mark the international day for the eradication of poverty.
- World peace and all who are affected by the ongoing war and conflict.
- All who are affected by natural disasters and those affected by hurricane Milton in Florida
Please keep them in your prayers this week and don’t forget to add any suggestions for prayer intentions to the comments box below.
Celebration of the Word and Chaplaincy Rota:
As we mentioned last week, to mark “poverty” week, the chaplaincy team have organised a set of fundraisers for you to enjoy and get involved with this week!
Monday:
- COTW – Y8 Chapel
- Monday’s fundraiser – cake sale!
Tuesday:
- COTW – Y9 and 10
- Tuesday’s fundraiser – cake sale!
Wednesday:
- COTW – Y7 Chapel
- Fundraiser – photo booth on the hall stage! 12:45pm onwards
Thursday:
- COTW – Y11
- Fundraiser – photo booth on the hall stage! – 12:45pm onwards
- Period 3 – The new year 7 chaplaincy team will be meeting Ruth and Mrs Conlon for their chaplaincy induction – a list will be emailed out to staff. A list of the new Chaplaincy team members has already been sent to year 7 tutors.
Friday:
Fairtrade Friday during lunchtime!
COTW – Y12 and Y13
Y12 Retreat Day
This week!
To mark the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, every lunchtime this week, the chaplaincy team will be leading a range of fundraisers for you to enjoy and get involved with! Prices will range from 50p-£2 throughout the week. Please bring in any money that you have spare to support some wonderful charities including CAFOD, Mary’s Meals!
Black History Month Creative Piece Competition!
Raffle – Raising money for MIND results!
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We invite you to join us in making the Sign of the Cross. In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen
Hi everyone, we are 13N and we’ve planned this week’s prayer resources!
This week’s word of the week is Poverty and it links with Catholic Social Teaching as we are reminded that we need to have a preferential option for the poor.
Catholic Social Teaching is the Church’s way of guiding us on how to live justly in the world. It’s based on the teachings of Jesus and the scripture, focusing on how we should treat others, especially the poor and vulnerable.
In the Catholic faith, we are called to care for the poor and to work to alleviate poverty. We are also called to be aware of the causes of poverty and to work to change them. Scripture reminds us that we can be financially poor but we can also be poor in spirit, and that as followers of Jesus we should show mercy to all people, especially those most in need.
In our scripture this week, we think about all of the different ways in which we can be poor – poor in spirit, poor in mercy, poor in peace. We need to be aware of all of the needs of others (and ourself) and The Beatitudes helps us to do this.
A reading from the Holy Gospel according to Matthew,
All: Glory to You O Lord
Seeing the crowds, he went up on the mountain, and when he sat down, his disciples came to him.
The Beatitudes
And he opened his mouth and taught them, saying:
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
“Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.
“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.
“Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.
“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons[a] of God.
“Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
“Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven
The Gospel of the Lord
R./Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ
Today we want you to “see” Jesus in the “map of The Beatitudes”. Have a watch of this retelling of the sermon on the mount, think again about those people who are poor and in need, and think about how you can find Jesus there.
- “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven”
How can we rely on God more in our daily lives rather than on material things? - “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted”
How can we be a source of comfort for those who are going through a difficult time, whether it’s emotional, physical, or spiritual poverty? - “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth”
To be meek means to be humble and gentle.
How does being “meek” relate to serving others, especially those in need? - “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled”
How can you stand up for what is right in your school or community, especially for those who are vulnerable or marginalized? - “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy”
How often do you show mercy to others—whether that’s forgiving someone, being kind to someone who’s hard to love, or helping those who need it? How does showing mercy make you feel? - “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God”
What does it mean to have a “pure heart”? How can we keep our intentions good, even in a world that focuses on self-interest and material success? - “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God”
How can you be a peacemaker in your school or home? Do you bring people together or contribute to conflict? - “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven”
Have you ever stood up for someone or something that was right, even when it was hard or unpopular? How did that make you feel?
How can standing up for those in poverty or marginalized groups reflect your faith in action?
These questions are to help us reflect on our own lives in light of the Beatitudes, encouraging us to think about poverty in all its forms and how we can respond with compassion and justice.
Lord, Help us to see you in those burdened with any kind of poverty.
Help us to love them like you did. Amen
We finish this time of prayer together, by making the Sign of the Cross…In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen
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Don’t forget to check the notices to see which fundraisers are taking place today, as we raise money for CAFOD and Mary’s Meals!
We invite you to make the Sign of the Cross. In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen
13N have decided that we should take some time out this morning to relax and reflect on what it is that we need in our lives. To be poor in Spirit actually means to depend on Jesus and those around us more, which can actually lead us closer to God.
Have a listen to this song and think about where you need to depend on others, and on God at the moment.
Take some time to really listen to the words and think again about our scripture for the week. Make sure you set the right atmosphere before you begin.
As the song is playing or when it’s finished – we would like you to write down or draw all the people and things that you depend on and that you would like to give thanks for – friends, family, teachers, mentors. etc
Being poor in spirit is about humility and dependence on God and it’s important that we remember and give thanks for the little (and big things) that bless our lives and that we depend on.
Lord, help us to come to you when we are in need and feeling poor in spirit. Amen
We invite you to make the Sign of the Cross as we finish this time of prayer together…
In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen
Think
Don’t forget to check the notices to see which fundraisers are taking place today, as we raise money for CAFOD and Mary’s Meals!
We invite you to join us in making the Sign of the Cross. In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen
13N considered the other ways in which we can be poor. We can, for example, be poor in knowledge. Often, not knowing about the world around us stops us from making the changes we want to see. To help improve our knowledge we’ve got a quiz for everyone this morning!
Take a look at the questions below and answer them individually/in pairs/ or as a class, then click to reveal the answers in the “answers” tab. Make sure to put your score in the comments box below!
Questions
Answers
How many minutes are in a week?
A) 10,080
B) 8,640
C) 9,720
What is the capital of Brazil? Can you draw the flag for Brazil?
A) Rio de Janeiro
B) Brasília
C) São Paulo
How many dots are on a dice?
A) 21
B) 28
C) 36
What was the first country to win the men’s football world cup?
A) Argentina
B) Uruguay
C) Brazil
Who were the most recent winners of the female’s football world cup?
A) USA
B) Spain
C) England
What is the hardest natural substance on Earth?
A) Gold
B) Diamond
C) Iron
What is the most common surname in the UK?
A) Smith
B) Jones
C) Brown
What does CAFOD stand for?
A) Catholic Action For Overseas Development
B) Catholic Aid For Other Destinations
C) Catholic Agency For Overseas Development
How many people in the world do not have access to clean water?
A) 785 million
B) 1.2 billion
C) 2.5 billion
Which Catholic charity provides meals to children in school across different countries?
A) Mary’s Meals
B) CAFOD
C) St. Vincent de Paul Society
Which Catholic social teaching focuses on helping the most vulnerable people in society?
A) Solidarity
B) Preferential Option for the Poor
C) Subsidiarity
How much does it cost to feed a child for a whole school year through Mary’s Meals?
A) £19.15
B) £25.30
C) £30.45
How many minutes are in a week?
A) 10,080
B) 8,640
C) 9,720
What is the capital of Brazil? Can you draw the flag for Brazil?
A) Rio de Janeiro
B) Brasília
C) São Paulo
How many dots are on a dice?
A) 21
B) 28
C) 36
What was the first country to win the men’s football world cup?
A) Argentina
B) Uruguay
C) Brazil
Who were the most recent winners of the female’s football world cup?
A) USA
B) Spain
C) England
What is the hardest natural substance on Earth?
A) Gold
B) Diamond
C) Iron
What is the most common surname in the UK?
A) Smith
B) Jones
C) Brown
What does CAFOD stand for?
A) Catholic Action For Overseas Development
B) Catholic Aid For Other Destinations
C) Catholic Agency For Overseas Development
How many people in the world do not have access to clean water?
A) 785 million
B) 1.2 billion
C) 2.5 billion
Which Catholic charity provides meals to children in school across different countries?
A) Mary’s Meals
B) CAFOD
C) St. Vincent de Paul Society
Which Catholic social teaching focuses on helping the most vulnerable people in society?
A) Solidarity
B) Preferential Option for the Poor
C) Subsidiarity
How much does it cost to feed a child for a whole school year through Mary’s Meals?
A) £19.15
B) £25.30
C) £30.45
Let us pray together…
Lord, help us to be rich in knowledge so that we can make a positive difference to those in need. Amen.
We remember that God is with us throughout our day as we make the Sign of the Cross…In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen
Do
Don’t forget to check the notices to see which fundraisers are taking place today, as we raise money for CAFOD and Mary’s Meals!
We invite you to join us in making the Sign of the Cross. In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen
Today, we’re going to reflect on what it means to be “poor in mind” and how this connects to our wellbeing. Just like our physical and spiritual health, our mental health needs care and attention. Being “poor in mind” can remind us that it’s okay to feel vulnerable, ask for help, and rely on others when we’re struggling.
To help support our mental health this morning, 13N has prepared a special menu of activities you can choose from. These are designed to help us relax, refocus, and be kind to ourselves. And, because it’s a fantastic way to boost both body and mind, we’ve included 11T’s workout video from their prayer resources, if your form wants to take part!
Take this time to reflect on your own mental wellbeing, and remember that being humble in mind means recognising when we need rest, support, and time with God to renew our strength.
If you decide something suitable from the list below you can use also your prayer journals to help you! Try and either do the activities as a whole class or split into smaller groups!
Menu of activities:
- Gratitude Log: Write down 5 things you’re thankful for today. Focus on the small (or big) joys in your life.
- List of Favourite Things: Make a list of your favourite things (e.g., music, hobbies, places) to boost your mood.
- Affirmations: Write 3 positive statements about yourself (and a friend!). Repeat them to remind yourself of your strengths.
- Reading: Spend a few minutes reading something you enjoy—whether it’s a book, article, or poem.
- Mindful Colouring: Choose a colouring page and focus on the process. Let it calm your mind and relieve stress.
- Get energised with 11T…
Let us pray…
Lord, help us to not get tired of doing what is right, what is good and help us to find the energy to make a difference to others. Amen.
We remember that God is with us throughout our day as we make the Sign of the Cross…In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, Amen
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12N achieved 10/12. Thanks for the quiz 🙂