--- title: "Year 3- Class Worship- Do We Learn More From Winning or Losing?" url: "https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/2026-05-20-year-3-class-worship-do-we-learn-more-from-winning-or-losing" school: "St Barnabas Primary School, A Church of England Academy" --- We are holding a number of open days for children due to start primary school in September 2027. Please see our admissions page for further details. Everyone welcome! # Year 3- Class Worship- Do We Learn More From Winning or Losing? ![](https://files.schudio.com/st-barnabas-primary-school/images/news/activitymore-CDE0C19C-7813-4DBE-A0AB-3C23DEA7AE60.png) 20 May 2026 Today in class worship, we explored a news story about the recent Men’s FA Cup Final at Wembley Stadium, where Manchester City and Chelsea competed. We used this event to reflect on the question: "Do we learn more from winning or losing?" Under our theme "More Than a Winner," we focused on the Christian value of Faith and read from 1 Corinthians 9:24–25, which compares life and faith to running a challenging race. We discussed how, while only one team can walk away with the physical trophy, the true value of any competition lies in giving our absolute best, developing self-control, and building an honest character. During our group discussions, the children shared that we learn more from losing, but it's great to win too. We noted that while winning is thrilling, losing often teaches us the most valuable lessons about effort, resilience, and how we can improve next time. We even reflected on an inspiring quote from footballer Mohamed Salah, who shared that he always looks at his weaknesses and works on them to become a better person and player. To close our worship, we sang the historic hymn "Abide With Me" as a moment of unity and reflection. We said a final prayer asking for the strength to persevere, to value our shared efforts, and always to choose kindness and integrity. ![](https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/images/news/activitymore-CDE0C19C-7813-4DBE-A0AB-3C23DEA7AE60.png) . [Year 3](https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/tag/year-3) [Religious Education](https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/tag/religious-education) [![](https://files.schudio.com/st-barnabas-primary-school/imagecache/100x100c/news/IMG_4144.png)](https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/2026-05-19-year-5-money-matters) Previous ### [Year 5 - Money Matters](https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/2026-05-19-year-5-money-matters) [![](https://files.schudio.com/st-barnabas-primary-school/imagecache/100x100c/news/FA7784F2-E517-41C2-A9CA-E4ACA29181C3.jpeg)](https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/2026-05-21-year-1-re-how-do-jews-welcome-babies) Next ### [Year 1 RE: How Do Jews Welcome Babies?](https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/2026-05-21-year-1-re-how-do-jews-welcome-babies) ### Personal Development - [News](https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news) - [Events](https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/events) - [Photo Gallery](https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/photo-gallery-category/our-gallery) - [Calendar](https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/calendar) - [School Council](https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/academy-life/school-council) - [Attendance](https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/academy-life/attendance) - [Fundraising](https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/academy-life/fundraising) - [Extra Curricular Clubs](https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/academy-life/clubs) - [Little Leaders](https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/academy-life/little-leaders) - [Visits and Visitors](https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/visits-and-visitors) - [British Values](https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/british-values) - [Protected Characteristics](https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/protected-characteristics) ##### Location Knowlesly Road Darwen Lancashire BB3 2JA ##### Contact Us 01254 702996 ##### Stay Connected - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/stbarnabasce/) - [X](https://twitter.com/stbarnabasce) © Copyright 2021–2026 St Barnabas Primary School, A Church of England Academy School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://www.stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)