St Francis Of Assisi Catholic Academy Trust
Trust Pupils Celebrate Their Sacramental Journey Together
Over 180 pupils from across the nine schools within the Trust came together on 22 June 2026 for a joyful and reverent Sacramental Gathering at St Joseph’s and the English Martyrs Church in Bishop’s Stortford. The event celebrated the children who had recently received the Sacraments of First Holy Communion and Confirmation.
The Mass was celebrated by Fr Peter. It was a meaningful occasion of faith, unity and thanksgiving, marking an important milestone in the spiritual journeys of many young people across the Trust.
The gathering reflected the strong partnership between the Trust, its schools and parish communities. It was a joyful and memorable celebration that strengthened the sense of community and shared mission across the Trust family.
About St Francis of Assisi Catholic Academy Trust (https://www.stfrancistrust.net)
St Francis of Assisi Catholic Academy Trust (St Francis Trust) is a multi-academy trust established in 2021. It currently serves nine Catholic schools – eight primary schools and one secondary school and which is growing to welcome two more Secondary schools and four more Primary schools over the next one to two years.
The Trust’s mission is to provide an outstanding Catholic education for all the children in our schools, helping them to grow in faith and reach their full potential. Guided by the values of St Francis, the Trust promotes academic excellence, spiritual development, and service to others.