School ethos/chaplaincy

This school forms part of a long tradition of Catholic education in this country. It comes under the auspices of the Archdiocese of Birmingham who support the Catholic ethos of the school. St Thomas More offers a distinctively Christian education in the form of a holistic approach to a person’s development.

We aim to create ‘a climate of gospel values where students can realise their full potential’ academically, intellectually, morally and socially: therefore, in addition to striving for academic excellence, a person is encouraged to take part in the liturgical life of the school to foster personal growth and maturity.

Morning Worship and Assembly

Each school day begins with an Act of Worship either in the form of a whole year assembly or in smaller Form Tutor groups. Students and staff are encouraged to prepare prayers, assemblies and meditations which are interesting and meaningful. Staff are supported in their endeavours by the RE department and the Lay Chaplain, all of whom have access to a wide range of resources.

Community Mass

Mass takes place on a regular basis.  Mass is celebrated in school by our local priests Fr. David Doran, Fr. Craig Fullard and Fr. Brendan Carrick.

Holy Days of Obligation

All students attend Mass on these days as set out by the RC Church and the Diocese of Birmingham. Visiting clergy often assist in the celebrations of these important events.

Special Assemblies and End of Term Services

The Youth SVP Liturgy group, which comprises of both staff and students, provides meaningful and reflective services throughout the Church’s Liturgical Year. Emphasis is placed on the development of a spirituality which is inclusive of all members of our school community.

Deanery Vocations 2023

Month of the Most Holy Name of Jesus. Pray for the courage to serve the Lord in whatever ways He calls you during the coming year.

Month of the Holy Family This Month’s Deaneries: Dudley and Wolverhampton Oxford (South)

Month of Saint Joseph This Month’s Deanery: Banbury and Warwick

Month of the Holy Eucharist This Easter, pray that the Lord send more labourers into His harvest.

Month of the Blessed Virgin Mary This Month’s Deanery: Birmingham Cathedral and South

Month of the Sacred Heart of Jesus This Month’s Danery:Coventry and Nuneaton

Month of the Precious Blood This Month’s Deaneries: Lichfield and Walsall Oxford (North)

Month of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Through the intercession of Our Lady, pray for the priests of our Archdiocese.

Month of the Seven Sorrows of Mary This Month’s Deanery: Birmingham East and North

Month of the Holy Rosary This Month’s Deaneries: North Staffordshire Stafford

Month of the Immaculate Conception This Advent and Christmas, pray that you will welcome Jesus wholeheartedly into your life.

Collective Worship Downloads 2023-2024

Collective Worship Downloads 2022-2023

Recent Chaplaincy News and Notices

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