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From Friday 12^th June until Sunday 21^st June 13 Year 10 RE students from Harris Academy Peckham took part in a Pilgrimage to Taize, France. This was an opportunity to experience first-hand what life on a pilgrimage and within a monastic community was like. This challenging yet rewarding experience included being away from daily life in the city, attending church services on a daily basis, meeting religious leaders, working and taking on responsibilities within a global community and sharing their views about religion and life issues with other pilgrims from around the world. As the only British school group on site the students integrated well and made worldwide friends from a variety of faiths; even taking part in the Swedish festival Midsummer! Students also made an excellent effort participating within the community, frequently volunteering to serve and wash up food for the thousands of other people present.  On an educational perspective, students gained an opportunity to understand Ecumenism within Christianity. (This being the goal for people of all faiths and none to work together, share different beliefs and overcome differences) and how various Christian teachings link to a plethora of current affairs. On a personal perspective students gained an opportunity to reflect on their own life and values; this was particularly prevalent when students took on the challenge of “an hour of silence”. The trip included many wonderful moments and I particularly look forward to seeing  how this experience benefits our students as throughout the rest of their education and life.

Quotes from students

“I now find it easier to meet new people.” Abigail

“A life changing experience.” Aimee

“I found myself.” Bola

“Learning the value of silence was a difficult and rewarding challenge.” Tia

Mr J Lane

Head of Subject - RE