Exploring the Symbols and Space of the Chapel
The Word of the Lord abides forever 1 Peter 1:25 These words were inscribed on the stone featured at the front of the chapel, words that were written by the very St Peter who is our school’s namesake. The Word that abides forever that he talks about is Jesus Christ. Follow this link for a […]
Read More Welcome to the St Peters College ChapelAsh Wednesday marks the start of the season of Lent. The ashes used in the ceremony symbolise several important things: the dust that God created humans from; the 40 days Jesus spent praying and fasting in the desert, according to the Bible; sadness over the sins and mistakes people have made; and a visible sign […]
Read More Ash WednesdayThe prayer chapel is a small space designed to focus on Jesus and his sacrifice.
Read More The Prayer ChapelWe have new life in the risen Son Jesus Christ through the waters of baptism…so much meaning in the symbolism of one building.
Read More Symbolism in the SanctuaryThe floorplan of the chapel is a symbol too!
Read More The Chapel Floor-planMany people celebrate Advent by lighting the candles of an Advent wreath each day, accompanied by a prayer. The wreath has four purple candles, one for each week of Advent. They are set in a circle of evergreen leaves, symbolising God’s endless life and love. A fifth candle, a white ‘Christ’ candle, may be placed […]
Read More Advent WreathWedding Promises.
Read More Promises in a WeddingBible readings abour marriage
Read More Bible Verses about WeddingsWho can have Holy Communion? Baptised people who believe that Christ is truely present in the bread and wine.
Read More Who can have Holy Communion?We sing our praises to God – why do we do we sing in our worship services?
Read More Why do we sing in Worship?Our church uses colour symbolism in worship. White is used for the most important celebrations of the Church – Christmas and Easter.
Read More White – Easter & Christmas
Christian Worship & Celebrations 