Arise!

As we look ahead to the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B), we come across the amazing account of Jesus raising Jairus' daughter from the dead. He says, "Talitha, kum" - which means little girl, get up. As a theme for the week, we have been thinking about the times when we have been laid up in bed; unwell and unhappy. We want children to think about who and how they were nursed back to health - what has supported them to get up again?

Ultimately, we discover in this week's Gospel that it is Jesus who gives us life. With him and through him we can enjoy our lives to the full!

From the Catholic Parish of Guildford

CYF administrative assistant (Maternity Cover) 1-year Fixed Term Contract:

The Catholic Parish of Guildford seeks a part-time (20 hour a week) administrative assistant to work within the Children, Youth and Families team. Please note that this role is a fixed-term contract. Hours of work will be primarily normal business hours but will require some evening or weekend work with advance notice based on the needs of the ministries. A successful candidate will have excellent attention to detail, interpersonal skills and computer skills including using Microsoft Office.

Visit www.CPG.church/jobs for more information. Deadline Monday 12th July. Interviews to take place the week of 19th July.

Time for tennis?

Diocesan Celebration

In collaboration with the Diocese of Arundel & Brighton, Catholic Schools come together each year to celebrate our shared mission. This event is known as the Good Shepherd Celebration. Although the national restrictions have many drawbacks, one of the positive outcomes of our virtual liturgies and worships is the opportunity to share these events with a wider audience.

We are very pleased and proud to celebrate this year's virtual Good Shepherd Liturgy alongside our fellow Catholic Schools in Arundel & Brighton.

Arising with Christ

In Witness Worship this week, Miss Birtles shares with us the remarkable story of Franklin D. Roosevelt. Commonly known as the 32nd President of the United States, it was a surprise to us all to learn about his battle with frail health and his determination to overcome the effects of polio.

Through his story, we learn that Franklin's faith was a central motivation in overcoming the barriers he faced in life and achieving his calling to lead his country. Powerful inspiration!

Blessings in Year 5

Some thoughtful, mature and relevant reflections from Year 5 this week as they try to interpret what the Beatitudes mean today. Aardash, Andrea and Maisie did a particularly brilliant job of summarising and presenting their ideas - it even brought a tear to Miss Nicholls' eye!