Chaplaincy
The Palmer Catholic Academy chapel is the heart beat of the academy, as it is the centre where our faith is celebrated, where everything we do springs from, for the glory of God and service of all.
At the Academy we promote and care for the spiritual and holistic formation of both staff and students, serving Christ in all.
We offer opportunities of prayer both for staff and students. Students are encouraged and supported to participate in the sacramental life of the Church.
Through regular celebration of the sacraments, especially Eucharistic sacrifice and sacrament of reconciliation (Advent and Lent).
Weekly:
Celebration of the holy Mass, adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and praying of the Rosary. Students and staff are invited to weekly mass every Friday at 8.20am, in the school chapel.
Observation and celebration of Solemnities and Holy days of obligation.
Form/House Patron Saints feast day celebration.
Staff have weekly morning prayer, termly retreat and liturgies to promote their spiritual life and well-being.
To promote the fundamental values of our faith, and encourage students’ active participation, the academy chaplaincy team includes the following roles:
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Chaplaincy lead – A role model through regular participation, collaboration with the chaplain to oversee the liturgical preparations and organisation; and to assist younger students.
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Altar Servers – Responsible with helping the priests at the weekly Masses and holy days of obligation, as well as other school celebrations.
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Lectors – Responsible with reading at Masses and other celebrations
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Chapel prefects – Responsible with ensuring that the rules of the chapel/church, like silence are observed, allowing people to pray well; helping to give out sheets during services etc.
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Academy choir – Responsible with preparing and singing during our liturgical worship and other services.
Other Groups are:
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Liturgy Leaders – (2 from each form group) Lead in prayer during form time and give out notices from the chaplain.
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CAFOD Young Leaders – Committed Sixth form students
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Youth SVP Leaders - Committed Sixth form students
