400th Anniversaryof St John Ogilvie’s Martyrdom

Resources for use with Senior Phase pupilshttp://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-11791655

This is a remarkable story of a remarkable man from Keith who has a privileged place in the history of the Roman Catholic Church, particularly in Scotland.

John Ogilvie’s life was short, and yet his tale of bravery, courage, selflessness and devotion to his faith has lasted long after his death almost 400 years ago.

A Jesuit priest, he was martyred in Glasgow for refusing to denounce Catholicism and accepting that the King (James VI of Scotland and I of England) had supreme authority in all matters spiritual as well as civil. Ogilvie was no traitor to his nation; he declared his loyalty to his King on countless occasions, but made clear he was dying “for religion alone”, adding: “For that I am prepared to give even a hundred lives”.

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John Ogilvie was not born a Catholic; he wasn’t admitted to the faith until he was 17 years of age. He was a priest for only five years and he was dead by the age of 36.His witness and martyrdom continue to inspire people of faith today.

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His trial, following unspeakable torture, beatings, starvation and sleep deprivation, and his subsequent execution, became a cause celebre throughout Europe and he was revered by his Jesuit order and throughout the Church. But it was not until 1929 that he was beatified (made Blessed) and in1976 he was canonised as Scotland’s first Saint in more than 700 years.

To find out more about St. John Ogilvie’s life, witness and martyrdom click below:The early Years: http://www.dioceseofaberdeen.org/?page_id=4264

The path to Priesthood:http://www.dioceseofaberdeen.org/?page_id=4266

The return to his homeland:http://www.dioceseofaberdeen.org/?page_id=4363

His torture and trial:http://www.dioceseofaberdeen.org/?page_id=4436

Follow the Facebook page which marks the 400th anniversary of John Ogilvie’s death:

https://www.facebook.com/pages/400th-Anniversary-of-the-Martyrdom-of-St-John-Ogilvie/372296802917778

Lessons from St John Ogilvie for today

Learning from St John Ogilvie-Ecumenism

Praying with St John Ogilvie

St John Ogilvie through art

Looking at Freedom of Religious belief today.

Where can we see Ecumenism in action?

Spending time in prayer to reflect upon St John Ogilvie’s witness.

Exploring the life and martyrdom of St John Ogilvie in art.

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http://www.loyolapress.com/leading-a-prayer-service-part-1.htm

http://peterhowson.co.uk/st-john-ogilvie/

Learning Activities at the Senior Phase