Vocations and life choices

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.

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.

Light of salvation

Ann Rennie 8 May 2025 EH

‘He is risen’ – the words of the Resurrection – are a triumph over darkness and death.

A question of conscience: Questions and activities

Laura Kings 29 April 2025 EH

Students will explore how conscience helps guide good choices, drawing inspiration from Jesus and the community. Using the See, Judge, Act model, older students will reflect on attitudes toward neurodivergent individuals and the ethical implications of AI.

Peaceful remembrance on ANZAC Day: Questions and activities

Laura Kings 23 April 2025 EH

These teacher’s notes offer a path to understanding how Catholics can commemorate ANZAC Day by viewing it through a lens of understanding, respect, remembrance and a call for peace and justice.

Gaming the Gospels: Eastertide Would You Rather?

Laura Kings 15 April 2025 EH

Bring the joy, wonder, and mystery of Eastertide into the room with this reflective and imaginative twist on a classic game.

The cost of discipleship: questions and activities

Laura Kings 27 March 2025 EH

These notes explore the themes of conversion, sacrifice and discipleship in the lives of St Oscar Romero and St Charles de Foucauld.

Saints for all seasons: What profits a man . . .?

Peter Fleming 27 March 2025 EH

‘What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul?’ – Matthew 16:26 Charles de Foucauld lived this verse in reverse. He gave up wealth and success to embrace Christian selflessness.

Mission and service – questions and activities

Laura Kings 13 March 2025

These notes explore the concept of mission through Catholic teaching, scripture, and real-world application. The activities are designed to be age-appropriate, engaging, and reflective, incorporating assessment strategies to track student understanding.