Called by Name

Students in Miss Elsa’s and Miss Wendy’s groups joyfully received and reflected on the core message of our faith: God's love, experienced through Jesus, the Good Shepherd. They learned how Jesus, who died and is risen, calls each of his sheep by name, and how the sheep recognize and follow his voice. The children explored their own special relationship with Jesus by imagining themselves as the beloved sheep in the sheepfold. As a follow-on activity, they decorated wooden sheep cutouts and wrote their names on them, a reminder that they are personally known and loved by the Good Shepherd.

The older students explored how science can inspire worship, focusing on the deep connections between awe, wonder, and faith. They began by reflecting on Psalm 8 and sharing personal experiences of awe in nature. They also watched a short video that highlighted how scientific discoveries evoke a sense of wonder. This led to a discussion about how both science and faith can serve as pathways to worship. The class concluded with a walk through the church in celebration of the Feast of St. Michael, during which they learned about Calvary’s patron saint and discovered images of him throughout the church.