We are in the 10th week of Ordinary Time and the word of the week is “Eucharist”
This week’s Prayer Intentions are…
We pray for all of the children and adults who have recently made their first holy communion and who have received the Eucharist for the first time.
We continue to pray for Year 11 and Year 13 students who are continuing their GCSEs and A Levels
June is The Month of the Sacred Heart – “Jesus has a heart full of love for you”
As we move further into June, the Church continues to invite us to reflect on the Sacred Heart of Jesus. While Ordinary Time may not have the excitement of Christmas or Easter, it offers something equally beautiful: the opportunity to grow steadily in our love for Christ through ordinary moments.
Please keep these intentions in your prayers this week, and don’t forget to add any suggestions for prayer intentions in the comments box below.
Notices
Monday – The chapel will be closed during Monday break and lunchtime as Ruth and Joe are on a training day.
Monday Becket Reads – Year 7 assembly Tuesday – Year 8 COTW Wednesday – Year 9 COTW Thursday – Year 10 COTW Friday – Year 12 COTW
TOTP Behaviour
Last week, the school received a lovely email from a member of the public celebrating our students’ behaviour. A big well done to all of our students who display The Becket Way both in and out of school.
It is fantastic to hear that members of the public can clearly see that so many of you are kind, respectful, and hardworking because “it is who you are.” We are incredibly proud of the way you represent our school community each day.
Please keep up the excellent work, and remember: whenever you wear this uniform, you are representing not just yourself but the whole community and our mission.
“I was in Lidl, earlier this week…Whilst shopping I saw a number of your students – some on their own, others in small/larger groups. I was really impressed with their behaviour, respect for others around them and just their general demeanour. After many years in teaching, being a Chair of Governors and a Director in a MAT, I felt it was important to contact you and let you know. …I know good news is always welcome. The students I saw are definitely a credit to your school – real ambassadors!”
Diocesan Youth Forum
Bishop Patrick is setting up a Youth Forum; a group of people aged 15-25 from across the Diocese who will work with him directly to shape how we will live out the Mission Plan for the parishes and schools in Nottingham Diocese.
Bishop Patrick is looking for young people who care about their community and their faith, and who are willing to show up, listen and speak honestly. If this sounds like un listen and speak honestly.
If this sounds like you and something you’d like to get involved with please talk to your parish priest or Ruth or Joe.
Good morning, we invite you begin our time of prayer today by making the sign of the cross…
In the name of the Father and of Son and of the Holy Spirit Amen
On Sunday, the Church celebrated the Feast of Corpus Christi. This is a special feast when we celebrate the fact that Jesus is truly with us and present in the Eucharist.
He feeds us and strengthens us, and as we receive Him, we are called to live like Him – to share love, show mercy, and offer peace to others. That’s why our Word of the Week is: Eucharist.
This week, we celebrate the gift of the Eucharist that Jesus gave us at the Last Supper, when He said: “This is my body given for you; do this in memory of me.” (Luke 22:19)
One way we can encounter Jesus in the Eucharist is through a special type of prayer called Adoration.
Eucharistic Adoration, or the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, takes place outside of Mass. During this time, a consecrated host is taken from the tabernacle and placed in a sacred object called a monstrance, so that the Eucharist can be seen by everyone gathered.
It is called “Exposition” because the Eucharist is ‘exposed’ for us to see. And it is called “Adoration” because we are adoring Jesus, who is truly present.
In our Celebration of the Word this week, we will have the opportunity to experience Adoration together.
To help us prepare, we would like everyone to watch this 5 minute video to understand more about why Adoration is important and what to expect…
In preparation for your celebration of the word this week, we invite you to think:
What would you like to say to Jesus if you were sitting quietly with Him in Adoration?
Artwork by Be A Heart | Sharing the Hope & Light of Christ
Now, let us finish our time together in prayer…
Loving Jesus, we thank you for the gift of the Eucharist, where you give yourself to us in love. Help us to recognise your presence and to treasure moments of quiet prayer with you. Open our hearts so that when we meet you in the Eucharist, we may grow closer to you and become more loving, kind, and peaceful in our lives. Amen.
Let us 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.
Think
Good morning, we invite you start our time of prayer today by making the sign of the cross…
In the name of the Father and of Son and of the Holy Spirit Amen
The word Eucharist comes from the Greek word eucharistia, which means “thanksgiving.”
The Eucharist is called thanksgiving because it is our greatest prayer of thanks to God. At Mass, we thank God for everything He has given us – especially the gift of Jesus, who gives Himself to us in the Eucharist.
As the Catechism of the Catholic Church reminds us, the Eucharist is truly an act of thanksgiving to God (CCC 1329).
This week, we are focusing on gratitude – taking time to notice and give thanks for the good things in our lives, including the gift of the Eucharist.
Daisies are sometimes called the Corpus Christi flower because they look like a monstrance – the special vessel used to display the Eucharist during Adoration.
The bright centre reminds us of the host and the petals spread out like rays of light.
Today, in your prayer journals: We invite you to draw a daisy flower.
In the centre, you might write “Thank you, Jesus.” On each of the petals, write or draw something you are grateful for – big or small: people, community, moments, opportunities or blessings in your life.
Gratitude helps us grow closer to God and helps us recognise His presence in our lives.
Let us finish our morning in prayer together…
Gracious God, we thank you for all the blessings you pour into our lives – for the people who care for us, for the moments that bring us joy, and for the quiet ways you are always with us.
Help us to open our eyes each day to see the good around us, even in the small and simple things.
Teach us to be thankful hearts, to appreciate what we have, and to never take your gifts for granted.
May our gratitude draw us closer to you, and inspire us to share kindness and love with others.
Amen.
Let us 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.
Hear
Good morning, we invite you start our time of prayer today by making the sign of the cross…
In the name of the Father and of Son and of the Holy Spirit Amen
On Sunday, we celebrated the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, a special feast that honours the real presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist.
The words Corpus Christi mean “Body of Christ.”
The Church teaches us that: “The Eucharist is the source and summit of the Christian life.” (Lumen Gentium)
The source means it brings us together and nourishes us as the Body of Christ.
The summit means it is the high point of the Mass and of our lives as Christians.
The Eucharist is also a foretaste of heaven, reminding us of the joy of being with God forever.
Let’s now find out more about why the Eucharist is so important to Catholics…
Discussion Questions
Why do you think the Eucharist is so important to Catholics?
Can you think of a time you have been part of a special Mass or celebration of the Eucharist?
How can we show respect and reverence during Mass?
Let us pray together…
Lord Jesus, you give yourself to us in the Eucharist, the bread of life.
Help us to listen carefully and grow in understanding of this great gift.
May what we learn today draw us closer to you and strengthen our faith.
Amen.
Let us 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.
Do
Good morning, we invite you start our time of prayer today by making the sign of the cross…
In the name of the Father and of Son and of the Holy Spirit Amen
Today, we are going to deepen our understanding of the Eucharist through some activities.
The Eucharist is such a special gift, and learning more about it helps us to appreciate how Jesus is present and how He brings us together as one family.
As you complete the challenges below, take time to think about why the Eucharist is so important to the Catholic faith and how you can show respect to it.
Jesus, our friend and guide, thank you for being with us in all that we do today.
As we learn more about the Eucharist, help us to remember that you are always close to us.
May our work bring us nearer to you and help us to live as your people.
Amen.
Let us 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.
Friday
Let us begin by making the sign of our faith, the Sign of the Cross. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, Amen.
Catholics believe that the Eucharist is not simply bread. It is the Body of Christ.
When we receive the Eucharist, we become united with Jesus and with one another. We become one Body in Christ.
The Eucharist is not only something we receive—it is something that changes us. It gives us the strength to continue Christ’s work in the world through our words, actions, and choices.
St Teresa of Avila famously wrote:
“Christ has no body now on earth but yours; no hands but yours; no feet but yours.”
In other words, Jesus works through us. We are called to be His hands, His feet, and His heart in our school and community.
Ask students to think quietly:
How can I be the hands of Christ this week?
How can I show kindness?
Who might need encouragement?
How can I bring peace where there is conflict?
How can I make someone feel included?
Give each student a chance to write one action on the Eucharist image.
Sentence starters:
I will be Christ’s hands by…
I will be Christ’s voice by…
I will be Christ’s heart by…
I will show love by…
I will make a difference by…
Examples:
Listening to someone who is struggling.
Including someone who is alone.
Helping at home without being asked.
Being patient when I am frustrated.
Standing up for someone being treated unfairly.
Encouraging a friend.
The aim is that the Eucharist becomes filled with practical acts of discipleship.
Prayer
Lord Jesus,
You give yourself to us in the Eucharist.
You feed us with your love and unite us as one family.
Help us to be your hands, your feet, and your voice in our school and community.
Give us the courage to love as you loved, to serve as you served, and to bring hope wherever we go.
May the actions written on this Eucharist become real acts of kindness in our daily lives.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Final Thought- and remember to place your Eucharist on your form board!
Every action written here may seem small, but together they show what happens when the Body of Christ is alive in a school community.
Every act of kindness, service, forgiveness, and love is a way of continuing the work of Jesus today.
We end our time together this morning by making the Sign of the Cross. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, Amen.
