Both pupils and staff had the opportunity to recharge their spiritual batteries yesterday as part of our celebrations for Catholic Education Week:

Each Primary 4-7 class was guided in a short period of Eucharistic Adoration in the oratory, which was a really special opportunity for the children to spend some time in quiet prayer. Many thanks to Mrs Morris who brought the monstrance down from the church and stayed in the oratory throughout the afternoon.

Once the 3 o’clock bell went, it was the turn of staff to take some quiet time together. Father Frank Keevans from St Mungo’s Church in Glasgow led St Bartholomew’s teachers, along with some visiting Head Teachers from local schools, in a short reflection on scripture, followed by Mass. Many thanks to Fr Frank for leading such an inspiring and prayerful retreat… it was food for the mind and soul.

The Valentines discos take place tonight. As always, our fantastic team of parent volunteers have been busy in the background over the past few weeks getting ready for this evening’s event. The DJ is booked, the tickets are selling fast, the snack bags are made up, the prizes are bought, the decorations have been looked out ready to transform the hall at the end of the day. A huge thank you to our volunteers for all their hard work, and have a fantastic time tonight, boys and girls. As usual, the P1-3 disco is from 6.00 – 7.00pm and the P4 – 7 from 7.15 – 8.15pm.