“Mercy is an action that gives evidence of divine favour- a blessing” Joe Paprocki

Reflection: Merciful acts in all their kindness and tenderness are varied and powerful indicators of God’s love working amongst us. Using our good manners, holding the door for the person behind you, joining in confidently with daily prayers and being generous in our charity contributions are some of the ways this week that we can be merciful here in Cardinal Newman High School.
Prayer: O Lord God, there are times when kindness and tenderness are far from my mind. Help me to keep mercy as my focus today and seek your love in all that I do. In this special year of mercy may the world become more peaceful and tolerant. May more people begin to show your love in their actions.

School Prayer
Lord, I thank you for bringing me to another day.
I live it completely for You,
Through you,
With You and in you. Amen
Blessed John Henry Newman, Pray for Us.

‘God has not called me to be successful. He called me to be faithful’ Blessed Teresa of Calcutta
Reflection: Being successful has many different measures, for some it is a big house and a fancy car. While these are important to many, faithfulness to God goes further than any of these temporary measures. Faith in God can be witnessed through being the best we can be in Cardinal Newman High School and developing all the many talents God has given us. Faithfulness through prayer and also merciful, kind actions are what we are learning about this week.
Prayer: Dear Lord, during this week when the Church in Scotland is focussed on learning to be Merciful, please help us to mindful of our relationship with you. In all our actions may we strive to be kind and caring to one another, may we be an example of our faith in action through all our good deeds.
School Prayer
Lord, I thank you for bringing me to another day.
I live it completely for You,
Through you,
With You and in you. Amen
Blessed John Henry Newman, Pray for Us.

“Gravity explains the motions of the planets, but it cannot explain who sets the planets in motion.” ― Isaac Newton

Reflection: Sometimes it is very easy to dismiss something because there appears to be no rational explanation or if something becomes too difficult we can easily give up on it. Sometimes time can show us eventually what we need, we just have to trust that the route to it might not be something that is immediately obvious to us.
Prayer For Increased Faith and Mercy
Increase in us, Lord, the faith you have given us, Look after the pupils of Cardinal Newman High School that during this Catholic Education Week they will have the chance to become, even more, people of loving compassion, humble in seeking forgiveness and merciful in pardoning the offences of others. AMEN
School Prayer
Lord, I thank you for bringing me to another day.
I live it completely for You,
Through you,
With You and in you. Amen

“You don’t choose your family, they are God’s gift to you as you are to them.” Desmond Tutu

Thursday 28/01/16
Reflection
“You don’t choose your family, they are God’s gift to you as you are to them.” Desmond Tutu
Reflection: All too often, we take for granted those who care for us and make our lives special. We often get distracted by everyday tasks to really appreciate all our loved ones do for us. May we become more mindful of the impact they have on our lives.
Prayer – Lord, we pray for those who care for us and our families. Allow us to be grateful for all they do for us. Amen.
School Prayer
Lord, I thank you for bringing me to another day.
May I live it completely for You,
Through you,
With You and in you. Amen
For Canon Glackin
Eternal Rest, grant unto him O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him, may he rest in peace.
Blessed John Henry Newman, Pray for Us.

“Aspire not to have more but be more” Oscar Romero

Reflection: After Christmas, a time of giving and sharing, we may have many more material possessions. It is important to appreciate all we have received as there will always be others with more or less than ourselves. It is important to become richer as a person; become more kind, patient and understanding.

Prayer: Lord, help us appreciate all we have in life and think of those less fortunate than ourselves. Amen.

School Prayer
Lord, I thank you for bringing me to another day.
May I live it completely for You,
Through you,
With You and in you. Amen

For Canon Glackin
Eternal Rest, grant unto him O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him, may he rest in peace.
Blessed John Henry Newman, Pray for Us.

Reflection: On this day of Canon Glackin’s Funeral let us remember the community of St Columba’s, Viewpark and all Canon’s friends and family who have lost a brother, friend and parish priest. Let us give thanks for the 33 years of service he has given to the people of Bellshill and may all us who have had our lives touched in some way always remember him in our prayers and persevere in our own service of Christ.

Prayer: Father you call each one of us by name and ask us to follow you. Bless your church by raising up dedicated and generous leaders from our families and friends who will serve your people as Sisters, Priests and Brothers.  Inspire us as we grow to know you, and open our hearts to hear your call.

School Prayer
Lord, I thank you for bringing me to another day.
May I live it completely for You, Through you, With You and in you.

Amen