School Values - Forgiveness

Year 4 have recently focused on the importance of forgiveness. 

In PSHE we read the Parable of the Prodigal Son. This parable demonstrates how the father forgave his son, welcoming him back with open arms, despite his behaviour. 

He says 'You were lost, but now you are found.'

This mirrors how God, our Father, forgives us. He will ALWAYS welcome us back with open arms whenever we have sinned. We should repent, ask for forgiveness and consider how to change our ways. 

We discussed the story after watching an animated version, and created a 'comic strip' to retell the main points, using our summarising skills.

Lauren: 'I think the message is to not be selfish and greedy.'

Aiden: 'I think the message is to always forgive. Jesus always forgives us when we do something wrong or go off the track.'

This can be difficult in our daily lives, especially if we feel hurt, let down or betrayed by someone. 

Praying can help us articulate our feelings and ask God for help when we want to forgive others. 

Year 4 wrote some prayers, thinking about 'Forgiveness.'