No images? Click here In DioUpdate, take a look at the joy that unfolded when St Dominic's Catholic College unveiled its new playground. In Liturgy Matters, Fiona Duque writes about the importance of silence in Liturgy. This week, we share even more fun and delight from our young learners, with a gallery of exciting activities and a wrap up of St Nicholas OOSH's In our weekly highlights, we invite you to join us for this year's DioSounds event St Dominic’s Catholic College new playgroundExcitement abounded last week at St Dominic’s Catholic College, Mayfield, as a brand new playground space was opened for the students. With every leap, every twist and every turn, the spirit of the students soared, marking the start of countless memories yet to be made. See the excitement as the new playground was unveiled in this video. LITURGY MATTERS: Never underestimate the importance of Silence"Throughout the liturgy, there are many moments that call on us to be silent. Along with the many other signs in a liturgical celebration, silence is often one of the most overlooked and unobserved. Why is it so important?" writes Fiona Duque. ST NICKS: Autumn Vacation Care wrap upAutumn Vacation Care was a blast with St Nicholas OOSH services providing children with an array of heart-pumping and educational fun. What a variety of experiences! DioSounds goes beyond limits in 2024Over 450 students from Catholic Schools across the Diocese will showcase their musical talent in 'Beyond Limits’, an exciting night of musical performances on Friday 14 June at the Civic Theatre. DioSounds is an initiative of the music teachers in the Diocese and the 2024 DioSounds edition promises to be another feast for the ears. So grab a ticket and enjoy a night out! May is a time to honour Mary and all Mothers"In the Catholic tradition, the month of May is a time when the Church celebrates and acknowledges the significant role Mary played as the mother of Jesus. For the secular world, it is also that time of year when motherhood is celebrated through the annual event known as ‘Mother’s Day’," writes David McGovern. |