Religious Education and Social Justice

Blessings at Christmas

Christmas prayers offer a beautiful way to reflect on the birth of Jesus Christ and the many blessings we have. There is no doubt this year has been a difficult one for all of us. As we remember the love of God and the gift of Jesus this Advent and Christmas season, we are able to focus on the hope, peace, love  and joy that we have despite the circumstances that may be surrounding us.  

Prayer also provides a wonderful opportunity to pause the busyness of life and remember Jesus, the greatest of all and what truly matters in life. As we approach Christmas, we are faced with yet another opportunity to pause in the midst of all the excitement, decorations, and commercialization, to consider again the origin of Christmas - the One whose birth we celebrate. 

A Prayer for Peace at Christmas

Heavenly Father, 

You are the God who gives peace. 

This second week of Advent causes us to remember that because of Jesus 

we can experience a Christmas 

free from turmoil and chaos. 

Regardless of our circumstances 

or our situations, 

you offer us peace 

that passes understanding. 

We are able to have the fullness of peace 

in our hearts on Christmas day, 

and every day, 

because that same Jesus 

sits at your right hand in heaven 

and makes intercession for us.

 Keep us in perfect peace 

as our mind is stayed on the truth 

of your powerful love. 

Thank you for your mighty, sovereign hand. Help us to trust fully in you and rest in the peace that you offer. 

It’s in the precious name of Jesus we pray. Amen.

Sacraments 2022

For your future planning, the proposed dates for our Sacraments in 2022 are as follows:

Sacrament of Confirmation: 

Sunday 3rd April 11:00 am

Sacrament of the Eucharist:

Sunday 19th June 11:00 am

Sacrament of Reconciliation:

Tuesday 18th October 6:30 pm

Thank you to our families for supporting all we do at Corpus Christi. Wishing everyone all the blessings of Christmas and the gifts of love, peace and happiness. May you all have a very safe and relaxing holiday. 

Jane Wilkinson

Religious Education Leader