A Guide for Collective Catholic Worship in Primary Schools
Created by professionals currently in Catholic education.
About Spring Into Prayer
Our Mission
Spring into Prayer is a dynamic resource designed to support teachers and pupils in planning and delivering Celebration of the Word in Roman Catholic schools.
Aligning with the liturgical year and school term, it provides daily liturgies based on the Gospel reading of the day. It is updated each half-term to ensure it reflects the liturgical year as well as Holy Days of Obligation and notable Saint’s Days.
Tailored for primary pupils, it encourages meaningful, active, and conscious participation in prayer through reflections, prayers, and response activities—deepening understanding while enriching the prayer experience.
As a half-termly resource, Spring into Prayer offers a structured approach to incorporating symbols, silence, meditation, reflection and liturgical music into worship.
It also includes planning templates with clear prompts, empowering pupils to collaborate with teachers, chaplains and peers in preparing and leading their own Celebrations of the Word, fostering confidence and a deeper connection to Scripture.
Spring Into Prayer
Our Impact
By providing a clear and structured approach to prayer, Spring Into Prayer ensures that children grow in their faith with confidence and understanding. This guide strengthens the spiritual foundation of young people, fostering a sense of unity between their school, Church, and home life. Through meaningful worship experiences, it helps shape a generation that embraces Catholic values, deepens their relationship with God, and carries the essence of prayer into their future.
Our Hope
Spring Into Prayer will serve as a valuable resource for teachers by providing a clear, structured approach to teaching Catholic values and prayer. By aligning with the structure of the Mass, the guide ensures consistency in worship between school and Church, making it easier for educators to create meaningful and engaging prayer experiences for their students.
With its step-by-step format, Spring Into Prayer will give teachers the confidence to lead prayer sessions, even if they are not specialists in religious education. It will also offer inspiration for integrating faith into daily school life, helping to foster a reflective and spiritually rich environment. By using this guide, teachers can nurture a deeper understanding of Catholic traditions, ensuring that students build a strong and lasting connection to their faith.