ISSUE 56 A Newsletter published by the Catholic Bishop of March 2004 The Cathedral “Centennial Project”

Take an architectural student on a tour of Because of the scale, difficulty our Cathedral and ask him or her to tell and importance of the project it you what doesn’t belong. They would was decided that advice should surely say: “Those framed pictures on be sought from directors of Art the wall. They were obviously meant Galleries and Museums, as well for a Gothic-style church.” They were as people skilled in the field indeed. They were made a century ago of art and architecture. This for the former St Patrick’s Church in yielded the names of twenty- Greymouth. six sculptors, painters and others who were deemed to be Ask an art dealer to assess the worth of capable of carrying out such a those “Stations of the Cross.” He or she challenging project. A detailed would say: “The images are oleographs brief was sent to these and of paintings in realist style (circa. 1890). four others with an invitation The 9th Station: Jesus falls the third time. (572mm wide) As artistic worth they have only minor to consider the project and submit status, and their commercial value is preliminary proposals supported by presenting us with the unexpected. …” In small.” photographs and written material on the judgement of Professor Simpson their previous works. The present “Stations of the Cross” these “Stations” will not date or age or were placed in the Cathedral in 1995 In all, eighteen responded positively. become unfashionable, and their simple, because of a need to provide the faithful After due deliberation two sculptors innocent, inventive forms will speak to with images that are part of Catholic were chosen to produce a trial “Station” people long after we are gone. worship. But it was never intended that of their choice for a professional fee, Everyone has need of friends, and they should be permanent. It was only thus giving the artist an opportunity to cathedrals are no exception. Already one a lack of finance that precluded the communicate something of his vision of the new “Stations” has been “gifted” commissioning or purchase of “Stations and giving the members of the Cathedral to the Cathedral, and it is the hope of of the Cross” worthy of our Cathedral Trust a reliable basis on which to make the Bishop and the Cathedral Trust that Parish. a judgement. the remaining thirteen “Stations” will Three years ago the Cathedral Trust Unexpectedly, one of the finalists be “gifted” as well. In round figures discussed the possibility of a project found the project beyond his technical the cost of each individual “Station” to mark the centenary of the Cathedral expertise, and he reluctantly withdrew. is $3000.00. Those who have in their in 2005. Thought was given to the The remaining artist, Llew Summers hearts a special place for the Cathedral replacement of statues or a new “Way of of Christchurch, was then formally are now invited to consider gifting one the Cross”, proper to the Cathedral and commissioned to produce 14 marble of the “Stations” to mark the Cathedral’s in keeping with its style. The decision was bas-relief “Stations of the Cross”. He centenary. Hopefully, the cost of erecting left to the Bishop. In his judgement the completed the task in mid-2003, and at them can be met from other sources. the annual gathering of the “Friends of more pressing need was the replacement Enquires may be directed to the the Cathedral”, one of the “Stations” was of the “Stations of the Cross”. undersigned (03 308-6793), and given a symbolic unveiling by Professor “gifts” should be sent to the secretary Over recent years a number of artists John Simpson, Emeritus Professor of the Cathedral Trust, PO Box 4454, have been given an opportunity to of Fine Arts, Canterbury University. Christchurch 8015. All “gifts” will be enhance the beauty of our Cathedral He said, “Be prepared to be surprised, receipted for income tax purposes, and with their own unique vision, and because Llew Summers has risen to new the list of donors will be kept in the the commissioning of a new set of heights in facing this difficult challenge… Memorial Chapel of the Cathedral. “Stations” would make it possible to he brings a fresh inventive vision to his do the same. task, communicating new insights, and Monsignor J. M. Harrington

1 A letter from our Bishop

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ hopefully making progress with It is with joy that I advise the being able to write but can do so diocese that early next year we roughly with my left hand. I walk mark two significant centenaries, with the aid of a stick for half an Nazareth House (January 5) hour daily, weather permitting. I and the Cathedral of the Blessed will apply for the re-issue of my Sacrament (February 12). A driving licence after Easter. committee is planning Cathedral celebrations throughout 2005. It is heartening to encounter the enduring faith of so many. The We in the Diocese of Hearts Aflame involving 106 16–35 Christchurch are justifiably proud year olds was a splendid example at of the panoply of parish plants, St Bede’s January 2–11. There “faith school structures or convents and and knowledge meet”. colleges, and complexes. Our Cathedral is judged by many to be We prepare to celebrate the first unequalled in Australasia for its centennial of our Cathedral next grace and grandeur. year. While a magnificent example of human handiwork, it is above The Cathedral, as all our all a tribute to God. At least twice churches and chapels, embodies each day, four times on Sundays, and enables God’s people to worshippers in their tens and worship Him, Father, Son and Holy insert a very prominent comma hundreds respond with a faith- Spirit and celebrate the sacraments after “other” so that the banner filled Amen (So be it, I agree) to of His lifegiving Church. Being correctly proclaimed: God is other, the priest’s prayer for centuries: sent forth from Eucharistic liturgies people. Through him, with him, in him, and other services believers “go in in the unity of the Holy Spirit all peace to love and serve the Lord” Thank you for your supportive prayers and good wishes assisting glory and honour is yours Almighty in apostolic works including care Father, for ever and ever. of the aged and infirm in hospitals powerfully in my recuperation. The and facilities like Nazareth House. assistance, especially of the Vicar Every best wish, General, family, and my secretary, Sincerely, Keeping the due balance between Angela and hospital therapists is worship and service is vital. Avery appreciated. I have been able to Cardinal Dulles tells of being in a participate in the Ash Wednesday US Church where he saw a banner Ecumenical Service, the Service declaring, “God is other people”. He of the Word for Valentines Day sorely wished that he had a magic and Masses for various occasions, marker with him so that he could jubilees and funerals. I am Bishop of Christchurch

Nazareth House NATIONAL The Tindall Foundation Invitation The Roman Catholic Diocese of approval. All successful applicants Christchurch has received a most must present a report on how their The Sisters of Nazareth warmly invite generous allocation of funds from the grant was spent. all past pupils and their families, Tindall Foundation for distribution in The Diocesan Welfare Council will benefactors, friends and staff, Clergy our Diocese. and Religious and all who have been consider applications for funding associated with the Sisters to join The aim of the Foundation is to help for this year, 2004. Applications will them as they celebrate 100 years in improve the overall quality of life close on Wednesday, April 14 2004 the Diocese of Christchurch. for New Zealanders and to provide at 5.00pm. No late applications will them with a helping hand up, not a be accepted. The Centennial Celebrations will take hand out. The Christchurch Diocesan place from Friday January 7 to Sunday Welfare Council administers this grant. Requests for application forms and January 9 2005. All applications from the various further information should be made All enquiries to: organisations are considered. If the to: Nazereth Sisters’ Centenary strict guidelines set out by the Tindall Liz Pennell PO Box 7024, Sydenham, 8035 Foundation are met, a decision is Diocesan Welfare Council Christchurch made as to the proposed allocation PO Box 4544, Christchurch Email: [email protected] and presented to the Bishop for his Phone (03) 366 9869

2 Parishes Hokitika Blessings flow at Carmel Monastery For the past five years, St Mary’s Parish On the last day of 2003 we had the pleasure who generously donated furnishings, has had a small of Bishop John Cunneen, Bishop Basil along with help from the parish and other roster of willing Meeking, Msgr. Kevin Hackett () donors. and Fr Paddy Cahill entering the enclosure Photos and enjoyable discussions were men who ring the of our Monastery to bless our new infirmary, followed by our New Year’s Eve tradition church bells for the hydraulic lift and refurbished belfry. It was which we usually share with our Bishops Angelus daily and a joyful, lively occasion with the cutting of – each visitor and Sister receiving a patron also at funerals. The the ribbon, lift demonstrations and pealing saint and an intention to pray for during the bell ringers report bells in warm sunshine to mark the event! following year, wide ranging intentions for that frequently, visiting tourists express We were all delighted that Bishop John was the Church and the world. their pleasure in our keeping up a tradition present, giving the day special significance, So ended a very happy afternoon as blessings dating from the 13th century. The bells, rung and showing that his recovery was up to flowed not only for buildings but also for at noon, have the added practical advantage the occasion. It was indeed a memorable those gathered around our Bishops and of informing people the time. With the ceremony and marked the end of six months priests to celebrate God’s goodness and lessening of so many of our old traditions, work by dedicated builders and tradesmen providential care of us all. it is good to know we still have a connection to such an ancient practice. V/ The angel of the Lord declared unto Mary; R/ And she conceived by the Holy Spirit. Hail Mary … V/ Behold the handmaid of the Lord: R/ Be it done unto me according to thy word. Hail Mary … V/ And the Word was made flesh: R/ And dwelt among us. V/ Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God. R/ That we may be made worthy of the Bishops John and Basil and guests after the promises of Christ. opening of the infirmary. Let us pray. Pour forth, we beseech Thee, O Lord, Thy grace into our hearts, that we to whom the Incarnation of Christ, Thy Son, was made known by the message of an angel, may by His Passion and Cross be brought to the glory of His resurrection. Through the same Christ Our Lord. Amen.  Mairehau h After only two years with us, Fr Dan Doyle was farewelled on Sunday January 25 to take up his appointment in Rangiora. Fr Paul Duncan was officially welcomed to the parish the following weekend and Fr Paddy Cahill and Bishop John on their way to Sliding door into the new infirmary with ribbons bless the new belfry. ready to cut. has quickly made himself at home. He is astounding parishioners by his ability to remember and greet people by their first TAIZE names! PRAYER AROUND THE CROSS h Congratulations are extended to Nora and Jim Stevenson who celebrated their Cathedral of the Blessed The many people who 50th Wedding Anniversary and reaffirmed Sacrament attended this moving their marriage vows during Sunday Mass 122 Barbadoes Street devotion last year will be on February 22. Friday March 12 pleased to know that it is h Farewell to Reuben and Julie Casey who at 7.30pm. to be held again, hosted soon depart on their “OE”. Reuben has Ecumenical prayer by Cathedral College. been the organist at the Sunday 10.00am It is a great opportunity Mass – as well as cantor and choir member. FORGIVENESS to join with Christians His departure leaves the parish without an of other denominations organist. If there is anyone who would like JUSTICE to pray for peace in the to play, even once a month, Fr Paul would world. be delighted to hear from you – phone PEACE 385-3459.

3 Burnside DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY April 18, 2004 Christ the King, SockburnParishes Burnside, Christchurch 1.30 – 3.00pm Confessions It was with much sadness At the funeral it was learned that Noel aged 3.00pm Chaplet of Mercy that we farewelled two of the 73 had lived in the same house with his 3.15pm Mass original parishioners who were close to their mother since he was three months old. Over faith all their life – Margaret Eileen Burns in recent years his care-giving was constant and “I want to grant a complete pardon to the her 102nd year on December 15 2003 and studious. souls that will go to confession and receive holy Margaret Ann Kappely in her 88th year on Margaret Kappely – “I wanted to be here to communion on the feast of my mercy.” January 19 2004. tell you how I followed the building from Peer (Diary of St Faustina) Both were present at a get-together in the Street. I worked in the office at the carpet factory Come join the parish for the special Bishop Joyce Centre on May 21 1996 to and I came out one day on my bike and saw this celebration of Divine Mercy and receive the commence compiling information for the massive building on rollers and things. So I sort flood of graces Our Lord promised so that 50th Jubilee publication of November 27 of waited behind and pedalled very slowly and we may radiate mercy to the whole world. 1999. The following are extracts. followed it on my bike along Peer Street and up How we need His mercy! Mrs Burns – “I was six and one half months Yaldhurst Road and down English Street. When I old when I came out here to live. My husband got onto the Main South Road I thought – this is For a free information leaflet on the was a convert and we used to go to church at our church, it was wonderful to see it and I was so conditions for the proper observance of Hornby and we would lift the push-chair over thrilled. The church was on railway sleepers. this day contact: the fences – some were gorse. It was all paddocks I was a war bride. My husband Roy and I used Divine Mercy Publications, – not like it is today – and people think they to go to St Teresa’s – we were married there. We PO Box 20266, Christchurch. have hard times today. The roads were all stones were at the church for the first Mass and it was Ph/Fax (03) 352-2177 – Buchanans Road.” absolutely packed. I used to bring my babies at Mrs Burns – “I can remember when Father Joyce 7 o’clock in the morning in a pram and leave was made Parish Priest here – he had lived with it outside the church and we would go to Mass Hanmer Springs Father Tom Hanrahan at Riccarton but he had – you could not do that today with a pram – could St Roch’s Parish in Hanmer Springs is to move out and he stayed with the Sisters at Mt you? We would do that every Sunday, hail, rain celebrating the centenary of St Roch’s Church Magdala for a while. I offered him a room in my or shine – the baby was outside in the pram”. on Saturday, October 2 2004. Any enquiries house. My husband painted the church.” May they rest in peace. or donations may be made to Mary Quick, 16 Tarndale Place, Hanmer Springs. Phone 03 315-5286. E-mail: johnmaryquick@paradise. Diocesan Celebration for Life net.nz Feast of the Annunciation Thursday March 25 7:00pm Sacred Heart Church Addington Pilgrimage May 2004 The Annual “Diocesan Celebration for Life” will be held at Sacred Heart It is not too late to travel Church Addington on March 25 at 7.00pm, the Feast of the Annunciation, with with Fr Chris Friel who will act as chaplain on Concelebrated Mass. We all need to pray that the unborn, sick and aged will be this tour, travelling to his respected and not denied life by the will of people. Last year there were 17,000 favourite towns and cities abortions carried out in . Please come to pray for “a culture of life, – departing on May 23 and not of death”. Mass will be followed by supper, giving us all an opportunity to returning to New Zealand meet with people from other parishes in the Diocese. on June 16 2004. Two night stops in Italy include Rome (seven nights), Assisi, Florence and Venice and the home of Padre Pio at San Giovanni Rotondo, with day trips to Sienna, Padua, Ravenna and Monte Casino. We also visit Split and Dubovnik en route to and from Medjugorje where we stay for three days. This is a special pilgrimage tour for Catholics from throughout New Zealand and covers a substantial area of religious significance throughout Italy as well as Croatia and Bosnia. The tour is limited to 24 people and seats are now very limited. For the full itinerary and prices please phone the tour manager Peter Fleming on 0800 356-728 or fax 09 570-1967. Postal enquiries to Pilgrimage Tours, Freepost “Tours” PO Box 11458, Ellerslie, Auckland.

4 God and God’s Gifts … In 1999 the Shroud of Turin was, for devotions put us in touch with Mary, miracles, we several weeks, put on public display the model of great discipleship, and the find that an act at the Cathedral of the city of Turin one who brings God to us; our reading of faith often where it is normally safely locked of Scriptures enlightens us about God, precedes His away. Pope John Paul II duly made a and His revelations of Himself; and of miracles, for the pilgrimage, but unlike most pilgrims, course, the celebration of the Eucharist, gift of miracles he did something different. When the heart and centre of the Church’s life, was intended he entered the Cathedral, instead of makes God present to us in a special to bring His heading straight for the shroud, he way. d i s c i p l e s t o went to the Blessed Sacrament chapel, contemplation God endowed us with an openness knelt and prayed before our Lord in the and thereby lead them to deeper faith. to truth and beauty, a sense of moral tabernacle. It was only after he had done goodness and a longing for the infinite The Pope reminds us constantly of this that he went to view the shroud. and for happiness. Through these, we the need to “seek God first” through The Pope’s gesture teaches us an are attracted to God’s many other gifts, the phrase, “contemplate the face important lesson – that we should but we must never mistake the gifts for of Christ”, which he first introduced always remember to seek God first, the Giver. It is so very human to ask in his Apostolic letter Novo Millenio and not just seek God’s “gifts”. His God for “signs from heaven”, yet be Inuente. He continues to build on the gesture not only moves us away from blinded to the many signs with which idea in his later writings (e.g. Apostolic the debate on the authenticity of the He already surrounds us. It is so easy to letters, Rosarium Virginis Mariae, and shroud, but brings to the fore the idea come to prayer with a list of things we Ecclesia de Eucharistia) as he explains that all “religious things” are meant to hope God would grant us, yet fail to see the many aspects of the Church’s life lead us to God, and are not an end in how He answers our prayers. Perhaps and summons us to new hope and themselves. This is the very essence of Jesus always refused the requests for evangelisations. the practice of our faith. For example, “signs from heaven” (Mark 8:11–13, May we follow the Pope’s example, and our celebration of the sacred liturgy Luke 11:29) because, without eyes and heed his call to contemplate the face of provides us with perfect praise and ears of faith (Matt 11:3–6, Luke 10:23– Christ – may we seek God and use His adoration in the Spirit and in truth, 24), those who asked for them could gifts to lead us to Him. giving all honour and glory to God in not grasp that He is the Sign and Gift par Fr Michael Pui Christ and through Christ; our Marian excellence. Even when Christ performed People Chaplain Brian Fennessy On December 28 1978 Bishop recently received the ordained Kevin Waldie a priest of the Society Efficiency Decoration (ED). of Mary at St Thomas’ Church, Timaru North. The Efficiency Decoration Twenty-five years later, on December 28 is awarded to Territorial last year, Fr Kevin Waldie SM returned to St Force Army Officers who Thomas’ to celebrate his silver jubilee of priestly have completed 12 years ordination, together with concelebrating of efficient service. Fr Brian priests, his mother, Isobel, family, friends served as a Territorial Force and parishioners. Following ordination Fr Chaplain from 1989 – Kevin spent some years in parish ministry 2001. As a Territorial Force in Wellington before being sent overseas to Chaplain, Fr Brian also served in Bougainville and study the scriptures. He currently lectures at East Timor with the New Zealand Army. He is in Auckland and is Fr Kevin Waldie celebrating currently the Catholic Chaplain at Waiouru Military best known in the diocese for his scripture 25 years of Priesthood. Camp. reflections in the New Zealand Catholic. Ad moltos annos

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5 Youth News CATHOLIC YOUTH TEAM STAVELEY YOUTH WEEKEND Service Project Ninety-five people (79 young people and the challenges of being an ambassador 16 leaders) made their way to the annual in today’s world. All participants were Saturday March 20 Staveley Camp on the weekend of February involved in acting out the Stations of the ns to: 12.20–2.30pm atio 20 to 22. The weekend theme challenged Cross, with many going to reconciliation tul the young people to be “Ambassadors to our supporting priests – Fr John Joliffe A first this year is a Service Project being ra for Christ” (cf 2 Cor 5:20). This looked SM and Fr Bede Haughey. Throughout organised by the Catholic Youth Team. ng at our baptismal call, our personal the programme there were games, The purpose of the project is to give young o relationship, and singing,singing, ffreeree ttimeime aandnd ggreatreat ttimesimes iinn people and young adults an opportunity C small groups! Thanks to all the leaders to serve the wider community. ((andand thethe ccooks)ooks) forfor theirtheir supportsupport forfor The service project is organised for another great CYTCYT weekend!weekend! There is a youth and young adult leaders to bring mmessageessage bboardoard aandnd pphotoshotos oonn tthehe CCYTYT their young people too. The project will wwebeb site www.cyt.org.nzwww.cyt.org.nz involve picking up rubbish at the estuary so old clothes and shoes are a must!  Some of the girls hanging out! We will be meeting at the Bridge Street Bridge (east side) overover the AvonAvon River,River, SSouthouth Brighton.Brighton. IfIf itit isis rainingraining onon thethe SaturdaSaturdayy wewe hope to havehave a cancellation date on SundaSunday,y, 12.20–2.30pm.12.20–2.30pm. IIff yyouou wwantant mmoreore iinformationnformation ccontactontact tthehe Catholic YYouthouth TTeameam Office (phone 0033 3366-986966-9869 oror emailemail [email protected]@chch.catholic. org.nz).

 The awesome music TOO MUCH team for the camp! TO MENTION …  One of Stations of the There are numerous things happening cross being acted out for young people in the diocese. If you want to find out more about what Another Successful HeartsHearts Afl ame we are doing then, either contact the office for a newsletter or check out our From January 2 to 11, over a hundred It was inspiring to see so many young web site (www.cyt.org.nz) where you Young Adults from all around New people during the evening sessions will find all the latest info … Zealand gathered at St Bede’s College take the chance for prayer ministry and in Christchurch for Hearts Aflame, the reconciliation. The Eucharistic healing o The CYT Service Project being held annual Catholic Summer School for night was a very special time with Jesus in on Saturday March 20 Young Adults. Hearts Aflame was once the Blessed Sacrament. Fr John Rea also o A young woman from Christchurch again a fantastic and inspiring event. It led a powerful healing night. being sent to Rome to represent was clearly evident to see the power of New Zealand at an International Overall Hearts Aflame was an extraordinary the Holy Spirit working in the lives of Youth Forum! and life-changing experience for all many Young Adults. The theme of this involved. Thank you to all those parishes o Diocesan Youth Mass dates particular school was “The Two Towers” and individuals who supported young o Our 2004 Year Plan with all our being Mary and the Eucharist. There adults to attend the school. dates for 2004 were many highlights over the 10 days including a great range of lecturers o A retreat for men being held May who inspired and challenged the 28 to 30 participants. The evening sessions o What the Youth Team can do for were another highlight with awesome parishes! praise and worship and a variety of o What is happening for young adults speakers sharing their knowledge, – including an up to date list of wisdom and amazing testimonies young adults groups and the latest about their vocations. newsletter just for young adults! o Photos of all our recent events The participants from the And much more! So check out www. Christchurch Diocese who attended cyt.org.nz Hearts Aflame in January.

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Last year was probably our best year as a Vocations News service agency but also a time of personal A Christchurch Committee is currently loss and grief and struggle for many of our organising a National Vocations Symposium from November staff. Our courses in schools have really taken off, new courses have 22–26 2004. There will be people attending from all over the been developed and more hours were spent in face-to-face contact Country – Vocations Directors and people involved in Vocations with clients. We had more feedback than ever from the community work, young adults and people involved in youth work and and our clients, positive feedback which encouraged all of us to take parish representatives from our Diocese. We are hoping that on new challenges and get better at what we do constantly. others may wish to attend. The main speakers will be Sr Mary Ryan RSJ, Executive Officer of the Australian Bishops’ Catholic I would like to thank all of you who supported this agency and made ons to: Vocations Ministry, Fr Cyril Halley SSC, a Columban Priest, and it possible for us to achieve an improved level of service to everyone ati who needed our help. I would also like to ask those who didn’t, to ul Fr Dom Murphy OP, a Dominican Priest, both from Sydney. The at general theme is “working in our dioceses to create a friendly look more closely at this agency and see if our work actually fits in gr environment for vocations”. It will be an amazing experience. with your ideals of Christian love, care and Social Justice. We are n Registration forms will be available soon. Please contact me here to express the ’s concern for the suffering and o for more information. alienation in today’s society by providing the necessary support for C positive change. I think all our staff, volunteers and paid staff, are Good Shepherd House has started the year with three young doing a very good job of it. Come and see for yourself, read our men living there; Chris Eaton, David Carshalton, and Bacchus pamphlets, newsletters and reports, visit our website, use us if you Kim. Please keep them in your prayers as they begin this journey need us or refer someone to us who does. towards Priesthood. Thank you and God bless. God Bless – Fr Rick Loughnan, Diocesan Vocations Director. Jon Brian, Manager www.cathsocservs.nzl.org email [email protected] Juniorate Reunion Marian College in Christchurch went back transformed school to its roots on January 8–9 when women complex. For the next two from all over New Zealand, Australia, days stories were shared Canada and Scotland gathered for the first and moments re-lived as St Joseph’s Reunion. past pupils, teachers and chaplains reminisced. In 1950 the College began its life as Partners and children a secondary school for girls with an present were caught up interest in joining the order of the Sisters in the joy and laughter of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart. From of the occasion. then until 1971 when the Juniorate was phased out and replaced by McKillop There was time too College, which later merged with St Mary’s for a moment of quiet College to become Marian, girls travelled reflection as the names the length of New Zealand to this small of those deceased were boarding school. For North Islanders, this remembered during the involved the overnight train trip starting reunion Mass in the in Auckland and the night crossing on the College Chapel. In a Some of the old girls: Diane Tilyard (Winthrop), Mary Neazor (Flynn), Lyttelton ferry. simple farewell ceremony Irene Thomas (Schmanski), Glenys Ryan (Smith), Joan McFetridge, Sr Lyndall Brown, Judy Cooper (Doherty), Sr Katrina (Shona) Brill, Sr a plaque was unveiled to Not all went on to become religious, Carina (Merryll) Cobb, Colleen Davidson (Lawson). mark this first reunion. but over fifty years later women from all walks of life – Josephites, wives, mothers, The concluding words of grandmothers, singles, in a variety of An Ode to St Joes written So all you girls so young of heart professions and careers, returned. They and read by past pupil, A small glimpse I give you of your past were welcomed by the Principal, Bernadette Aneta Tarie, summed up the Stay true to your values, respect one and all Devonport, and Assistant Principal, Sr weekend experience – For our time here is but fleetingly small. Collette Forde, and introduced to the Sister Patricia Gillard

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Creator God, you bless us (Director of Religious Studies) and our abundantly in all our needs. new chaplain, Brother Peter Brown, who Our Lady of Fatima We thank you for the giftedness that led a liturgy. They were accompanied Our Lady of Fatima School, Mairehau enriches this community and call on by Brother Paul Scott (better known as will be celebrating its 50th Jubilee on the Holy Spirit to touch each one of our Brother Pastor, a former Headmaster Labour Weekend, October 22–24 2004. elected and appointed leaders. May they of one of our parent schools Xavier All past pupils and teachers are warmly all carry out their duties with enthusiasm College). The Year 9s went to Quail invited to attend. Enquiries to 370 Innes and fairness, with the knowledge that Island. Our college has a commitment Road or Phone/Fax 03 385 3441 or they have our respect and support, to Quail Island, and over the next few email [email protected] through Christ our Lord. Amen. years some of these students will return This prayer of support was made by to the island on working parties. The Mountain Retreat for Hire the students, staff, BOT members students were impressed by the replica and parents at Catholic Cathedral’s dog kennel, and leper hut that had Arthur’s Pass Leadership Commissioning Mass in been built several years ago by our The Catholic Outdoor Club has a fully the Cathedral on February 12, which Construction Class. A liturgy was led by equipped 18 bunk house at was concelebrated by Monsignor Brother Peter against a backdrop of clear Arthur’s Pass. Power (St. Peter’s Beckenham) and skies, the sea and surrounded by trees. Available for hire by families, schools and groups. Father Cahill (Sacred Heart Addington) During Lent, students will have the $30–40 per night for two adults, whose parishioners include the Head opportunity to go daily to the 12.15pm dependent children free Girl Meridith Jones and Head Boy Mass in the Cathedral. (group and midweek rates on application) Simon Clark. After Mass the newly commissioned leaders joined the staff, On the music scene the newly formed Ask about our May/June specials. BOT members, parents and visitors for Schola sang at the Commissioning Mass Bookings: morning tea provided by the PTFA. and are practising for the Taize Prayer Suzanne ph/fax (03) 342-9841 Around the Cross to be held in the e-mail: [email protected] On February 11 before the drought Cathedral in March. was broken the swimming sports took place. The history students of Year 11 have had Rosary House Retreats a field trip to Lyttelton, which included Years 9 and 7 have been on camp. a trip to Ripapa Island. Guided Retreat March 12–19 As our students come from all over Father John Fitzsimmons SM Christchurch these camps are important If you are attending a major rugby Jesus the Redeemer. Our drawing for them to get to know each other. game at Jade Stadium this season, the closer to Christ brings not only Living Springs was the venue for the Year rugby and netball teams run carparking adoration of God, but also a deeper 7s camp. Half way through the camp in the college grounds to fund their wonder at self. Pope John Paul II in they were visited by Mrs Cheesman forthcoming trip to Australia. Redemptor Hominis. Life’s Healing Journey March 11–19 Team A journey towards healing of life’s hurts. This is a blend of meditations on the humanity of Jesus, of input on the normal and necessary grieving healing process, private time and individual accompaniment.

Guided Retreat May 11–17 Father Mark Beban SM The God who nourishes: Dining with Jesus. In this retreat we will sit at table with Jesus, letting what He says and does touch our lives. EVENING PROGRAMMES Fr Paddy Cahill and Mgrs Tom Power with Simon Clark and Meredith Jones – Head Boy and Girl of Reclaiming and Championing Cathedral College for 2004. your Inner Child: Team April 22, May 6, 20, June 3, 17 Thursday 7.30pm – 9.00pm INFORM Encountering the Divine: the A Quarterly published by the Catholic Bishop of Christchurch. spiritual insight of C. G. Jung Deadline for the next issue: May 17 2004 June 9, 16, 23 Wednesday 7.30 – 9.00pm Allan Bloore Jungian Fr Christopher Friel Analyst 739 Ferry Road, PO Box 19625, Christchurch 8030 For Bookings and Registration please Phone: (03) 384-1600 Fax: (03) 384-7563 Email: [email protected] contact Rosary House Spiritual Life Webpage: www.chch.catholic.org.nz Centre. Phone 379-1298.

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