Christmas Events
Children at St. Gerard’s have had a busy autumn term, full of wonderful experiences such as an Advent Liturgy with One Life Music, trips to the theatre, Christmas parties and a visit from Santa. We thank you for your continued support in helping us raise over £600...
Blessing of the Bambinelli
Bambinelli is Italian, the plural of bambinello, which means ‘little baby.’ Bambinelli Sunday is a beautiful tradition that was started by Pope St. John Paul II and is celebrated on the third Sunday of Advent. Traditionally, thousands of people visit St. Peter’s...
KS2 Horrible Histories
The whole of KS2 enjoyed a pre-Christmas treat of a visit to the Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham to watch the new Horrible Histories show, Barmy Britain. Gruesome British history was bought to life, all the way from ancient times up to Queen Victoria, as part of a...
KS1 ‘One Snowy Night’
Year 1 and Year 2 enjoyed a lovely pre-Christmas visit to the MAC Theatre in Birmingham. They had front row seats to watch a live performance of ‘One Snowy Night’ by Nick Butterworth. They listened intently, as Percy the Park Keeper was woken numerous times during the...
Remembrance
Lest we forget… At the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month, the guns fell silent on the Western Front to bring an end to the fighting in World War I. As a mark of respect, at 11am St. Gerard’s fell silent for two minutes to remember and honour those who...