Celebrating Our Faith
Here at St. Mark’s, we celebrate Our Faith in many different ways. Look at some of the special events that take place during our school year that have a particular focus or importance to our Catholic Faith.
Poppy Sale
In the days leading up to Remembrance Day, our Mini Vinnies sold poppies and other items to raise money for The Royal British Legion.
All Souls’ – Day of the Dead celebration 2023
On Thursday 9th November, St. Mark's celebrated a Mass like no other! We celebrated All Souls' Day with a traditional Mass but incorporated the Mexican tradition of 'Day of the Dead'. All children were invited to make memory boxes, commemorating our loved ones that...
Rosary Prayer Bags
During October, the month of the Rosary, our Rosary Mission Team planned and put together prayer bags for each class. All children took it in turns to take the prayer bag home and share it with their families. It has been great to hear how lots of our families have...
God’s Rise Theatre
On Tuesday 17th October, God's Rise Theatre Company came into school and taught the children about Stewardship and caring for God's creation. The children enjoyed learning lots of songs and actions. The day ended in a performance from the company and prayers led by...
Mother Mary Challenge
During October, the month of the Rosary, The Catholic Life Leaders set the whole school a Mother Mary challenge. The children were asked to create a picture of Mary representing their own culture. The childen have created some beautiful images.
Father Hudson’s Care
Some of the Catholic Life Leaders and Mini Vinnies went to visit Father Hudson's Care. They learnt about the work that they charity do and how to they support people in the community. Whilst they were there, they visited the care home and spoke with the elderly...
Care for Creation
During the season of Creation, we praised and gave thanks to God for his marvellous creations. The children and Mr. Thompson, cared for and looked after our school envioroment.
Caribbean Summer Fayre
Our Summer Caribbean Fayre was in honour of The Windrush 75 celebrations. Lots of fun was had by all. Music was played on the steel pans, caribbean food was on sale and there was dancing from the staff and children. Staff and children also gave tributes to their loved...
Windrush 75 Celebrations
To mark the 75th anniversary of the Empire Windrush arriving at Tilbury Docks, Essex, on 22nd June 1948, the children experienced a wide range of workshops, in order to find out the impact and influences that the Windrush Generation had on Britain today. Through guest...
Vocations Day
On Thursday 13th July, we celebrated vocations. On this day, we had several guest speaker visiting each class to talk to the children about their vocations. The children had the opportunity to reflect on what God is calling them to do.