News from St. Philip’s Catholic Primary School By Lucy Horne, Deputy Headteacher Year 6 pupils in St. Philip’s Primary School have been learning about God’s love and care in the imagery of Scripture. Here are two poems written by pupils expressing their understanding of God’s love: God’s love shines like a star, Even though you’re away so far. You protect me from harm, By gathering me in your arms rocking me slowly to keep me calm. You’re careful and kind, You have a loving mind. God’s love God’s love, Comes from above. God’s love comes wrapped up for you and me, Open your heart and you’ll soon see. Keep your name growing strong, Please forgive me for I have done wrong. Our food and water we get from you, You care for us whatever we do. Let your heavens sing, And we’ll promise to do our best in everything. By Amy Engerran The love burns in the holy fire, holding me close in warmth It shimmers in the stars like twinkling eyes, gazing on the world It waves in the breeze, swaying with the chestnut trees God’s love is everywhere. It gallops with the wild horse, me clinging to its back It prowls with the lion, shining in the sun It frolics with the lambs, dancing in the green, green field God’s love is beautiful. It is the lookout, standing in the fort It is the navigator, guiding the ship It is the shepherd, watching over his sheep God’s love is never ending 32
By Mae Lavender Forsyth