Episode 3 - All you need to know about spiritual practices in schools – with Amanda Razon

In episode number 3 we hear from Amanda Razon, former Family Faith Formation Advisor for Catholic Education and current Assistant Principal in Religious Identity and Mission (APRIM) at St John the Baptist Catholic School to talk about spiritual practices in schools. In this episode you’ll learn about: What are the main spiritual practices generally found in Catholic schools including, - Prayer - Liturgy - Mass Why they are considered important and are practiced in schools, How to practice them in meaningful ways, and top practical tips to keep in mind when leading or taking part in these spiritual practices. Quotes: What makes this school different from other schools. A Catholic School is centred in God and God has provided us with all of these things and we want to enrich the students with their learning but also, we want them to be enriched and know that they are loved by God and flourish because they are known and loved by God. Prayer is intentionally inviting God into that space and being with God. How do you develop any relationship with anyone unless you spend time with them? So that is why prayer is important. I can’t be your friend if I just simply know you and that is it, but I have to know more about you by spending time with you. Prayer is that avenue to know God better. Check in with yourself and know what is in your heart at that time, that can lead to a more genuine prayer. At the heart of it, you want prayer to be genuine and intentional and heartfelt, not just actions or words for the sake of doing it. Liturgy is an extended, more formal way of praying. A public form of worship. Know that each person is on their own journey, that you are so welcome to add your flavour and there is no hard and fast rule of doing things but remember the heart of it.