At Rydal Penrhos School
‘Veritas, Scientia Fides’ - ‘Truth, Knowledge, Faith.’
As a Christian school our motto indicates that within our community the search for truth and the acquisition of knowledge goes on in the context of faith.
Faith is not there to restrict that search or limit that knowledge, but rather to offer a framework within which that search may be conducted and to offer guidance about what we do with what we learn.
This is why chapel is such an integral part of school life. It helps us think about the values we cherish and the values that inspired those who founded our school. It shares the traditions and stories of the Church, which have shaped our country and culture.
It gives opportunities for pupils and staff to lead services and think through what motivates them and what message they wish to pass on.
One key part of the worship in the school is the singing. At its best this can create a strong sense of shared identity and give voice to the wide range of hopes and aspirations we embody. To achieve this it is essential to have a good hymn book from which to sing and this is exactly what we do have.
The book brings together traditional hymns, modern songs and chants from around the world, along with a short history, a small collection of prayers, bible readings and liturgies for special occasions, such as Remembrance Day and Founders’ Day.
Every pupil entering the school is billed for a new hymn book (£15), which is kept in the chapel, and when the time comes for them to leave school they will be presented with a new copy.
The beautiful photographs in the book ensure that it will remain a significant reminder of their time at Rydal Penrhos School.
Reverend Rob Beamish, Chaplain