10 SPRING NEWSLETTER 2024 Thursday - Adventureman On Thursday we heard from Adventureman! When it comes to inspirational speakers, real-life superhero Jamie McDonald not only overcame his own childhood illness but went on to complete some of the most ambitious and physically gruelling challenges ever attempted. These painstaking journeys helped him give back to the hospitals that helped him, whilst also raising money for sick children through his charity, Superhero Foundation – winning the Pride of Britain for ‘Fundraiser of the Year’. Schools Honours Programme In the context of this year’s Mission Week, Year 9 took part in the School Honours Programme. The Manchester Lieutenancy is composed of people who have given significant public service in one form or another. Our students engaged in sessions where they learnt about the Honours System, they listened to people who have achieved honours speak in assemblies and they worked in groups to create their own nominations. The intention is that they understand the system and will, one day, nominate someone they know who demonstrates British Values in their life. They may also consider what actions they can do to contribute positively to society and be nominated one day themselves. Our speakers were Steve McGuirk CBE QFSM DL and Saeed Atcha MBE DL. Friday - Closing Liturgies Our week of Mission came to a close on Friday when we gathered in the sports hall for our celebration liturgies. The liturgy was prepared and animated by the students, including dancers, drama group, choir and instrumentalists. Our main speaker was John Pridmore - This former East End enforcer turned evangelist visits students to tell of his remarkable conversion. The reformed gangster, who nearly killed a man outside a London nightclub only to impress an underworld boss who was there. That was 20 years ago and he decided to use his experiences to help young people by showing them an alternative path to violence and using their gifts to help other. The liturgy concluded with a time of adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, as we brought Mission Week 2024 to an end in silent prayer, as one faith community. The week was a real success, and most importantly, provided an opportunity for all members of the school community to ask: God, what is your dream for my life?
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