During their Autumn General Meeting in Maynooth, the Bishops of Ireland had a general discussion on education, and commended the theme for Catholic School Week 2026, ‘Catholic Schools: Normal lives, Called to Holiness’, which will be celebrated in schools across the island of Ireland from 18 to 24 January 2026.
Bishops stated, “God has blessed us all with gifts to make the world a better place. Catholics are also called to holiness, which simply means: bringing God’s love into our actions every day.
Catholic school communities nurture students to help them realise their full potential, and to put their gifts at the service of others, following the example of Jesus.
We offer our blessing to primary and secondary students, staff, parents and grandparents who planned and will participate in Catholic Schools Week 2026.”
The theme of Catholic Schools Week is structured to reflect a key Gospel value each day:
– Monday: Called to Holiness through Prayer
– Tuesday: Called to Holiness through Love and Friendship
– Wednesday: Called to Holiness in Family Life (Grandparents’ Day)
– Thursday: Called to Holiness through Courage and Service
– Friday: Called to Holiness through Joy and Service
Resources for Catholic Schools Week are available on catholiceducation.ie
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