--- title: "News: Catholic Life" url: "https://st-joseph-s-catholic-academy-2.schudio.com/news/tag/catholic-life" school: "St Joseph’s Catholic Academy" --- **Tel:** 01642 360401 **Email:** office@stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk # News: Catholic Life ![Image of Class 9 Reflects on the Message of the Good Samaritan](https://files.schudio.com/st-joseph-s-catholic-academy-2/imagecache/720x440c/news/838709335_1141518078401427_995799647192058571_n.png.jpeg) 12 October 2026 ### [Class 9 Reflects on the Message of the Good Samaritan](https://st-joseph-s-catholic-academy-2.schudio.com/news/2026-10-12-class-9-reflects-on-the-message-of-the-good-samaritan) Pupils in Class 9 at St Joseph's Catholic Academy in Norton recently took part in a thoughtful class celebration centred on the Parable of the Good Samaritan. The session encouraged children to reflect on what it means to show love, kindness and compassion to others in their daily lives. ![Image of Class 6 Uses Prayer Garden for Creative Reflection at St Joseph's Catholic Academy](https://files.schudio.com/st-joseph-s-catholic-academy-2/imagecache/720x440c/news/828412982_1724671065499870_2800973903377892071_n.png.jpeg) 5 October 2026 ### [Class 6 Uses Prayer Garden for Creative Reflection at St Joseph's Catholic Academy](https://st-joseph-s-catholic-academy-2.schudio.com/news/2026-10-05-class-6-uses-prayer-garden-for-creative-reflection-at-st-joseph-s-catholic-academy) Pupils in Class 6 at St Joseph's Catholic Academy in Norton have been making the most of the school's prayer garden this week as part of a thoughtful and reflective prayer activity. The children spent time considering the importance of kindness and what it means to live in the image of God, using the peaceful outdoor space to support their reflections. ![Image of St Joseph’s Marks Year 6 Leavers’ Mass](https://files.schudio.com/st-joseph-s-catholic-academy-2/imagecache/720x440c/news/744109122_2122710158659012_3355940409302224805_n.png.jpeg) 10 July 2026 ### [St Joseph’s Marks Year 6 Leavers’ Mass](https://st-joseph-s-catholic-academy-2.schudio.com/news/2026-07-10-st-joseph-s-marks-year-6-leavers-mass) St Joseph’s Catholic Academy in Norton recently gathered together for a beautiful Year 6 Leavers’ Mass, celebrating the journey, achievements and memories of its wonderful Year 6 pupils. The special occasion provided an opportunity for the school community to come together in prayer and thanksgiving as the children prepare for the next stage of their education. ![Image of Pupils Inspired at YMT Youth Festival](https://files.schudio.com/st-joseph-s-catholic-academy-2/imagecache/720x440c/news/729991420_1559471299302342_4609185388262937505_n.jpg) 29 June 2026 ### [Pupils Inspired at YMT Youth Festival](https://st-joseph-s-catholic-academy-2.schudio.com/news/2026-06-29-pupils-inspired-at-ymt-youth-festival) Pupils from St Joseph’s Catholic Academy in Norton enjoyed an unforgettable visit to the YMT Youth Festival at Emmaus Youth Village, taking part in a day filled with faith, friendship and fun. ![Image of Supporting CAFOD: A Community Effort](https://files.schudio.com/st-joseph-s-catholic-academy-2/imagecache/720x440c/news/719101740_1545610517355087_6944685466545289248_n.jpg) 12 June 2026 ### [Supporting CAFOD: A Community Effort](https://st-joseph-s-catholic-academy-2.schudio.com/news/2026-06-12-supporting-cafod-a-community-effort) St Joseph’s Catholic Academy in Norton would like to thank everyone who supported this year’s Lenten appeal for CAFOD. Together, the school community raised £325.62, which will contribute to CAFOD’s work supporting communities and building brighter futures around the world. ![Image of Celebrating First Holy Communion](https://files.schudio.com/st-joseph-s-catholic-academy-2/imagecache/720x440c/news/723309488_1546437517272387_8872631808802654237_n.jpg) 10 June 2026 ### [Celebrating First Holy Communion](https://st-joseph-s-catholic-academy-2.schudio.com/news/2026-06-10-celebrating-first-holy-communion) A very special occasion was recently celebrated at St Joseph’s Catholic Academy in Norton, as pupils received their First Holy Communion. This important step in the children’s faith journey was marked with a beautiful and uplifting celebration. Pupils demonstrated faith, kindness and commitment throughout their preparation and on the day itself. ![Image of A Heartfelt Thank You for Supporting Our CAFOD Cake Sale](https://files.schudio.com/st-joseph-s-catholic-academy-2/imagecache/720x440c/news/653707762_1474458691136937_4444679576551603807_n.jpg) 19 March 2026 ### [A Heartfelt Thank You for Supporting Our CAFOD Cake Sale](https://st-joseph-s-catholic-academy-2.schudio.com/news/2026-03-19-a-heartfelt-thank-you-for-supporting-our-cafod-cake-sale) St Joseph’s Catholic Academy extends a huge thank you to everyone who baked, donated or purchased treats at our CAFOD cake sale. 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