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St John's P.S Gilford

First Penance 2026

15th Jan 2026

We are delighted to congratulate our Primary Four children on their very reverent participation in the Sacrament of First Penance today. Their prayerfulness, and heartfelt engagement made the celebration truly special, and we could not be more proud of each and every one of them.

A sincere word of thanks goes to Fr. Loughran, whose gentle guidance and meaningful words helped create such a warm and reflective celebration for our pupils. We are deeply grateful for the time and care he devoted to making the occasion memorable.

We also extend our appreciation to Mr. King for preparing the children so meticulously. His dedication, thoughtful teaching, and encouragement ensured the pupils approached the sacrament with confidence and understanding.

All of the children participated so beautifully, demonstrating respect, readiness, and a wonderful sense of occasion. They are a credit to themselves, their families, and our school community.

Finally, a huge thank you to all parents and extended family members who were able to join us. Your presence, support, and partnership mean so much, and we are grateful for the encouragement you continue to show the children as they grow in faith.

Well done, Primary Four — we are incredibly proud of you!

We will continue to keep them in our prayers as they progress on their faith journey, with the upcoming preparation for their First Holy Communion on Saturday, 9th May.