Lower secondary (Year 7 – 9)

Eastertide events and symbols – questions and activities

Laura Kings 22 May 2025 EH

Support students to understand the Easter season, the role of Jesus and the Spirit, how the season relates to the sacrament of Confirmation and how it is celebrated in the Parish.

Sacred places and blessed opportunities – questions and activities

Laura Kings 22 May 2025

These engaging, age-appropriate activities to explore themes such as pilgrimage, sacred places and connection to Country by focussing on the Mount of Olives.

Fourteen stations of the Resurrection

Michael McGirr 22 May 2025 EH

We are familiar with the stations of the cross, a way of being with Jesus as he suffers, but we could also pray 14 stations of the Resurrection.

Gifts from the Holy Spirit

Skye Eshman 22 May 2025 EH

Confirmation is more than just a rite of passage – it’s a transformative moment in a young Catholic’s faith journey.

Why does the Resurrection matter? Questions and activities

Laura Kings 15 May 2025 EH

Explore the key events of the Resurrection and the disciples’ responses. Reflect on how their journey from fear to faith can deepen our understanding of what it means to live as Christians today.

Women of faith and courage – Questions and activities

Laura Kings 15 May 2025 EH

Explore the courage, faith, and significance of Catholic women throughout history, with a focus on Mary Magdalene and St Lucia. Students will examine how women have been represented in Church tradition, scripture, and history, and consider how these representations can be better understood and reimagined today.

Saints for all seasons: Eyes on God

Peter Fleming 15 May 2025 EH

St Lucia’s devotion to God ended up costing her her life, but even that risk did not dim the light of her faith.

AC+ Easter resources

Laura Kings 15 May 2025 EH

This list of resources on Easter has ben compiled especially for AC+ subscribers.

Many things about Mary Magdalene

Andrea Dean 15 May 2025 EH

Often called the ‘Apostle to the Apostles,’ Mary Magdalene occupies a unique and multifaceted role in the New Testament.

AC+ resources on the Sacrament of Confirmation

Laura Kings and Staff 9 May 2025 EH

For our AC+ subscribers: Here are some resources that might be helpful in engaging students in reflection and conversation around the Sacrament of Confirmation.