We cannot know for certain the date Our Lady was born but for almost fifteen centuries, the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary has been celebrated today, 8th September. Some may wonder why this event is given a place in the church’s calendar. However, the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary is a key moment in salvation history: Christ needed a mother, and Mary’s conception and birth are events without which Christ’s own birth would have been impossible.

I had two very enjoyable and worthwhile days at the Catholic Head Teachers’ conference last week, but it’s good to be back in St Bartholomew’s. I’m really looking forward to catching up with the boys and girls.

The weather forecast is looking dry for our sponsored walk on Thursday afternoon. There are still a few days left for pupils to collect some last-minute sponsors to help towards purchasing new SMARTBoards. Every little helps!

Finally, please remember that the school photographer will be in St Bartholomew’s tomorrow.