Coordinators: Patrick Morris – 07880 734 088 and
Angie Scullion – 07929 550289
Children’s Liturgy
We are very fortunate to have two coordinators who work tirelessly at encouraging the youth in our parish to get involved in the life of our church.
Patrick Morris and Angie Scullion work together preparing the youngsters to receive the Blessed Sacraments of First Holy Communion and Confirmation. The preparation is accomplished by holding classes where the youngsters meet and can identify with each other whilst growing in knowledge and understanding of our faith.
The youngsters are encouraged to be involved in the church community, in the mass by joining the readers rota, children’s liturgy where the readings of the day are broken down and discussed at their level and by being part of the offertory procession.
During the Summer a family barbeque is organised by Patrick and held at St Boniface, making good use of our beautiful grounds which surround the church. Games are organised and food is shared, families get together and a fun time is had by all.
On a diocesan level the youth rally at St Rita’s in Honiton for 8 – 16 years is a highlight in the church calendar. This event is very close to Patrick’s heart and he has been involved in this at a diocesan level for numerous years. There are competitions and sports which our young parishioners exceed at, often bringing back winning cups and medals.
On Christmas Eve afternoon a family service has proven to be very successful and well attended. The youth are very much involved and take ownership of the readings, music and offertory. Angie organises the service and prepares the youngsters. Our organist, Christine Cleverdon, chooses the music with the youth in mind and gives her time freely to prepare the singing.
Our current priest, Fr. Anil, is very keen and supportive to involve the younger parishioners in all aspects of our church community.
Coordinators: Patrick Morris – 07880734 088 and Angie Scullion – 07929 550289