Regional Gymnastics Success!

26th January 2024Rhiannon Watts-Robinson

St Edmund’s gymnasts were back in action on Saturday at the West Midlands Milano and Floor & Vault Championships at Fenton Manor Sports Centre.

Each gymnast performed individually on floor and vault and then three went onto perform a group routine.

All gymnasts performed exceptionally well and were a credit to themselves and St Edmund’s Catholic Academy.

As a result of this, both teams won gold and became West Midlands Champions!

They will now compete again on the 8th March and the 21st April in the British Schools Gymnastics Championships.

Floor & Vault Champions – Mahdi A, Nonso E, Sophie G and one other

Milano Champions – Mahdi A, Sophie G and one other

Congratulations to all gymnasts and good luck for the Nationals!

Saint Timothy and Saint Titus Feast Day

26th January 2024Rhiannon Watts-Robinson
The Feast Day of Saint Timothy and Titus holds a special place in the Catholic calendar, honouring two esteemed companions of the Apostle Paul and pillars of the early Christian Church.
This day offers a moment of reflection on the exemplary lives of these holy men. Saint Timothy, known for his youthful dedication and pastoral heart, and Saint Titus, a trusted collaborator of various missions, embody the virtues of faith and service.
Their contributions to the spread of the Gospel and the establishment of Christian communities serve as an enduring testaments to their unwavering commitment to Christ. We commemorate their Feast Day with gratitude, seeking inspiration from their lives to nurture our own faith, dedication to ministry and love for God’s people.
The legacy of Saint Timothy and Saint Titus continues to resonate as an encouragement for us to embrace our roles in the Church with fervor and compassion.
I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice and, I am persuaded, now lives in you also. – 2 Timothy 1:5
he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit. – Titus 3:5

RSPB Big Schools Birdwatch

25th January 2024Rhiannon Watts-Robinson

This week our Eco Club have been making bird feeders to encourage wildlife into our Peace Garden.

This was part of the RSPB Big Schools Birdwatch, which documents the birds seen on our site. By making bird feeders, the Eco Club were able to encourage the birds into the open. This allowed for easier counting and documentation.

We can’t wait to see what wildlife visits us!

JLH Spanish Immersive Breakfast

25th January 2024Rhiannon Watts-Robinson

On Thursday 11th January a group of 26 students (from years 9, 10 and 11) travelled to Hednesford to take part in an immersive Spanish breakfast at the Olive Tree restaurant, hosted by JLH languages.

As soon as they got off the bus, the students were greeted in Spanish and plunged into an immersive cultural experience of ordering food in a restaurant, learning how to decipher a menu, how to name restaurant vocabulary, and taking part in various memory and decoding activities – all in Spanish!

The languages leaders at JLH were extremely impressed with our students’ pronunciation and keenness to participate in all of the activities. The students enjoyed the tasty breakfast treats and were awarded a certificate to reward their participation – they were all very pleased to experience the trip.

A huge thank you to Miss Blanchette and JLH languages for organising the morning.

The MFL team at St Edmund’s are super proud of our linguists and are looking forward to the French breakfast next month!

Dodgeball Championships

25th January 2024Rhiannon Watts-Robinson

Last Friday, St Edmund’s entered two mixed teams into the British Dodgeball Secondary School Championships.

There were 9 teams competing from the region. In the final results, our B team came 7th and our A Team came 4th.

We are very proud of our Students for how well they competed. We’re looking forward to the next competition!

Octave of Christian Unity – Day 8

25th January 2024Rhiannon Watts-Robinson

On this eighth and final day of the Octave of Christian Unity, we stand at the culmination of our shared journey towards oneness in Christ. Today, let our hearts overflow with gratitude for the strides we have made in understanding, fellowship, and mutual respect. As we reflect on the prayer of Jesus for unity, may the spirit of reconciliation permeate our souls, reminding us that, despite our diverse traditions, we are bound together as members of the Body of Christ. Let this day be a testament to the transformative power of love, as we commit ourselves anew to fostering unity within the Church. May the bonds formed during this octave extend far beyond its conclusion, creating a legacy of enduring brotherhood and sisterhood in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen.

Finally, brother and sisters, rejoice! Strive for full restoration, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you. – 2 Corinthians 13:11

The Conversion of Saint Paul the Apostle Feast Day

25th January 2024Rhiannon Watts-Robinson

The Feast Day of the Conversion of Saint Paul the Apostle commemorates a pivotal moment in Christian history. Saul, a zealous persecutor of Christians, encountered the divine on the road to Damascus, experiencing a radical conversion that transformed him into the Apostle Paul, one of the greatest evangelists of the faith. This day is a poignant reminder of God’s boundless mercy and the possibility of redemption for even the most hardened hearts. We reflect on Saint Paul’s journey, his unwavering commitment to spreading the Gospel, and the profound impact of his letters that form a significant part of the New Testament. The Feast Day of the Conversion of Saint Paul serves as an inspiration for us to embrace the transformative power of God’s grace and to be open to the unexpected ways in which He can work in their lives.

But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace to me was not without effect. No, I worked harder than all of them – yet not I, but the grace of God that was with me. – 1 Corinthians 15:10

Octave of Christian Unity – Day 7

24th January 2024Rhiannon Watts-Robinson

As we embark upon the seventh day of the Octave of Christian Unity, our hearts are drawn closer together in the pursuit of oneness in Christ. Today, let us reflect on the progress we have made, celebrating the bridges of understanding and fellowship we have built. May this day be marked by a deepening commitment to breaking down the walls of division, fostering a spirit of love that transcends theological differences. Let us earnestly pray for the grace to overcome any remaining obstacles, recognizing that our unity reflects the radiant diversity within the Body of Christ. Inspired by the example of Jesus, who prayed for our unity, may this day strengthen our resolve to walk hand in hand as brothers and sisters in Christ, bearing witness to the transformative power of love and unity within the Church and the world.

until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ. – Ephesians 4:13