⛪️🙏 Congratulations to our First Communicants 2023 🙏⛪️
Congratulations to all the P4 pupils from both Parish schools Derrychrin PS and Ballylifford PS, who made their First Holy Communion and received the Sacrament of the Eucharist this morning. The children were terrific with their readings, prayers, singing and responses. It was lovely to have parents, siblings and family members come together again post-COVID to celebrate the special occasion. Other family members who were unable to attend in person, were able to view the ceremony on the Parish webcam. Fr. Donnelly was full of praise of all the children, parents and family members in attendance.
Thank you to P4 class teacher Mrs Kelly, teaching assistants Deirdre and Clare for preparing them so well and producing wonderful artwork on display in the Chapel. We also thank Mrs Hassan who also prepared the children so well in Term One.
A massive thank you to Miss Hughes who prepared the children fantastically with their singing and also the instrumental group in performing their beautiful Music consisting of the tin whistle, fiddle and guitar. A special mention to Donal Canavan who also assisted the instrumental group in their weekly practices. Both the choir and instrumental group were absolutely fantastic.
Thank you all the teachers and all the school staff for preparing the children for today and on their faith journey to date.
Thank you to Philomena McGuckin who prepared the children for the Sacrament of Penance and First Communion by leading weekly lessons as part of the ‘ All God’s Children’ Programme. Philomena also assisted and guided the altar servers who performed their duties so well during the ceremony. Special mention to our Board of Governors Chairperson Geraldine Mullan for co-ordinating the ‘All God’s Children’ programme for both Parish schools.
To John O'Neill as always, for taking all photographs that will be cherished memories for our families. John O'Neill (Sperrins Photography) can be contacted by email rallypictures@btinternet.com or by telephone to purchase photos. A number of class photos have been added to the school website.
To our Sacristan, John Wilson and the altar society for preparing the chapel and having it looking wonderful with all the lovely floral displays.
As a school community we are very proud of the children and we hope that they all have a lovely weekend with their families, cherishing many special memories.
