Faith In Action
Faith in Action is a national award scheme for young people aged between 10 and 18, supported by CYMFed (Catholic Youth Ministry Federation). The scheme has been designed to be accessible, to acknowledge good works and encourage more, and to ensure that action is rooted in faith. Here at Ss Peter & Paul School, we support children who are preparing for Confirmation or who have been confirmed, to put their faith into action by following this national award scheme.
"A faith without works, a faith that doesn’t get you involved, isn’t faith. It is words and nothing more than words."Pope Francis – 21st February 2014
The Faith in Action Award Scheme is an effective way of making our Bishop’s vision for the formation and on-going accompaniment of our children and young people become a reality.
This scheme provides opportunities for our children to be involved in on-going formation and catechesis. The introduction of the first level coincides with Confirmation preparation at the end of Year 5 and into Year 6. We hope this will become a stepping stone for their continuing involvement in the Christian life as they then journey through secondary school and on into adulthood.
"We should try to: deepen the faith and relationship of our young people with Our Lord Jesus Christ; integrate our young people into the life of the local and universal Church; form our young people in the Christian virtues which will build character and inspire the leaders among them; and, help our young people to grow in discipleship and learn how to put their faith into action through serving Christ in others, in the Church, and in the world around them."
Bishop Marcus Stock - September 2016
The Four Sections of the Faith in Action Award
PRAYER
Going on retreat, leading class prayers and taking opportunities to have a variety of different prayer experiences.
PILGRIMAGE & PROCESSION
Going on a pilgrimage to a holy place and joining in with May & Corpus Christi processions.
PARISH PRACTICE
Contributing to the life of the local parish, e.g. welcoming at Mass, reading bidding prayers and helping with younger children.
SOCIAL ACTION
Volunteering int he local community, fundraising, campaigning, getting involved in the work of charities.
The Four Award Levels
- Pin Level (Discovery): Years 5 & 6
- Bronze Level (Service): Years 7 & 8
- Silver Level (Leadership): Years 8 & 9
- Gold Level (Innovation): Years 10+
Faith in Action 2024-2025
We are so proud of our Y6 children who have now completed their Faith in Action awards. Here they are after being presented with their Faith in Action certificates and PIN badges!
