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Thought for the Week: Monday, May 18
Created : 18 May 2020, 8:39 AM
Archived : 18 Jul 2020, 12:00 AM
Gratitude "The choice for gratitude rarely comes without some real effort. But each time I make it, the next choice is a little easier, a little freer" Henri Nouwen What we practise, we become. If we focus on anxiety, worry and fear, these expand. If we focus on gratitude, this, too, expands. Research has shown that practising gratitude improves our mental and physical well-being, our relationships with others and our overall experience of happiness. This week, you are invited to take a moment each day to pause and reflect on what you are grateful for in your life. Have a good week. May you and your loved ones be safe and well. CBC RE Department
Thought for the Weekend: Fri, May 15
Created : 15 May 2020, 2:23 PM
Archived : 15 Jul 2020, 12:00 AM
Being Present "You do not need to know precisely what is happening, or exactly where it is all going. What you need is to recognize the possibilities and challenges offered by the present moment, and to embrace them with courage, faith and hope" Thomas Merton It is in our nature as human beings, to want control over our lives. It can be difficult for us to accept that sometimes things happen that are outside of our control. We cannot change the past or the future but we can choose how we respond in the present moment. This weekend, may you face each moment with courage, faith and hope. CBC RE Department
Thought for the week: Monday May 11
Created : 11 May 2020, 9:01 AM
Archived : 11 Jul 2020, 12:00 AM
Being Present "Be happy in the moment, that's enough. Each moment is all we need, not more" Mother Teresa In recent weeks, we have all been navigating unchartered waters. Many of us have faced challenges, anxieties and losses. Very often, we become stressed and anxious thinking about what may happen in the future, or thinking about how things should be different from how they are in reality. A way to help us during these times is by reminding ourselves to focus on the present moment. A simple practice to help us to do this is by centering on the breath. Begin by placing your feet on the ground, relaxing the shoulders and breathing out tension in the stomach. Then bring your attention to your breath. Breath in, breath out......it can help to imagine a wave coming into shore and back out again. This week, you are invited to include this practice in your day, perhaps for five minutes in the morning, or before you sleep and at times when you are feeling anxious or overwhelmed. Have a good week. May you and your loved ones be safe and well. CBC RE Department
Blessed Edmund Rice Reflection, Friday 8 May
Created : 08 May 2020, 12:19 PM
Archived : 08 Jul 2020, 12:00 AM
God we thank you for the life of Blessed Edmund Rice. He opened his heart to Christ present in those oppressed by poverty and injustice. May we follow his example of faith and generosity. Give us the courage and compassion of Blessed Edmund as we seek to live lives of love and service. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Blessed Edmund Rice Reflection
Created : 04 May 2020, 9:35 AM
Archived : 04 Jul 2020, 12:00 AM
"Serve one another in love " Gal. 5: 13 This week, on May 5th, we celebrate the feast day of our founder, Blessed Edmund Rice. The life of Edmund Rice was characterised by his service to the poor and vulnerable. He had a simple but profound trust in God and he invited his followers to share the gospel by reaching out to those in need. This week, we pray for all those who are in need in our own country and around the world. As we remember the legacy of Edmund Rice, we pray for all those who give their lives in service to those who are vulnerable and poor in our society. In this time of pandemic, we think of healthcare workers; cleaners in our hospitals; those who work to keep food and essential supplies going; those who care for the elderly and the homeless; and the many ways that people in all walks of life, try to ease the burden carried by others. Amen. CBC RE Department
Bereavement Mass and Book of Condolence for Mr Barry Russell RIP
Created : 27 Apr 2020, 12:17 PM
Archived : 27 Jun 2020, 12:00 AM
A special Mass will be celebrated online at 2pm today in memory of our friend and colleague Barry Russell. The Mass can be accessed by following this link. youtu.be/wwXGLkGqCFU A Book of Condolence has also been opened for anyone who wishes to send a message to Barry’s family. The link is available below. We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has made contact with us in recent days. Your support is very much appreciated. cbccondolences.wixsite.com/condolences
Support for ongoing initiative
Created : 07 Apr 2020, 10:45 AM
Archived : 07 Jun 2020, 12:00 AM
Well done to Third Year pupil Donnacha O’ Halloran who is part of a team of volunteers working with Benchspace Cork, a co-making workshop which is aiming to help with the shortage of personal protection equipment by producing face shields using 3D printers. Benchspace is currently engaged in fundraising to help with the cost of materials and distribution. Donations can be made through Go Fund Me and all contributions are very much appreciated. Please see below a recent article on the project from The Echo newspaper. www.echolive.ie/corknews/Army-of-Cork-volunteers-to-make-10000-face-masks-for-healthcare-worker-71462b0c-3466-4d6f-8af4-349074770bef-ds
Update re School Closure
Created : 26 Mar 2020, 8:28 AM
Archived : 26 May 2020, 12:00 AM
The Minister for Education has announced that schools will not reopen before Monday 20 April. The Department of Education and Skills remains committed to running State Exams as planned. Further updates will be given in due course. Please see attached a link to the Minister’s statement. www.education.ie/en/Press-Events/Press-Releases/2020-press-releases/PR20-03-24.html
Arrangements in relation to Covid-19
Created : 19 Mar 2020, 3:49 PM
Archived : 19 May 2020, 12:00 AM
Following advice from the Department of Science and Skills and the Health and Safety Authority the College will remain closed until Monday 30 March. Parents and students have been informed of the measures taken to ensure classes can continue by remote learning. All students should register for their classes on Google Classroom using their school email. Codes will be published on the College App. Details on e-book access are also available on the app. Communication with parents and students will be via the College App. Students should follow their normal school timetable and continue to work as normal, following the advice of your teachers. The Minister for Education has announced that Leaving Cert oral exams and practical components of subjects such as Junior Cert and Leaving Cert Music have been cancelled and all students are to be awarded full marks for these components. The deadline for coursework and Junior Cycle assessment tasks for English, Irish, Science, Business and languages has been extended to May 15 2020. Please find below the Minister’s statement. www.education.ie/en/Press-Events/Press-Releases/2020-press-releases/PR20-03-19.html
All Ireland Lego Robotics League Final
Created : 11 Mar 2020, 2:58 PM
Archived : 11 May 2020, 12:00 AM
On Saturday a team of ten boys from First and Second year represented the school in the All Ireland First Lego League final in Dublin. 24 teams from all over Ireland qualified to take part in the Final. Darragh Kielty, Liam Cassidy, Tomás Spelman, Ronan O'Keeffe, Aryan Nasser, Jagat Gogineni, Oran Kielty, Euan Harrison, Darren Sexton, Ruairí Walsh, qualified for this event as Regional Champions in the tournament final in Cork before Christmas. Well done to all for their fantastic achievement, to mentor teacher Ms Tanya Clifford for her support and guidance, and to Head of Science Ms Martina Carroll who also accompanied the team to the Final.