Queenstown Catholic Parish and School Community Were Proud to Celebrate Their History

October 2013 Issue No 191

Queenstown Catholic Parish and School Community Were Proud to Celebrate Their History.

– 150 years since the ﬁrst Mass was held there in 1863; – 140 years since the Wakatipu District was constituted as a separate parish in 1873; – 140 years since the ﬁrst Catholic school was opened there; and – 130 years since the Dominican Sisters arrived in Queenstown to conduct schools in 1883.

Writing in The Centennial History of the New Zealand Dominican Sisters, “Star in the South”, the late author, Sister Augustine McCarthy, O.P., told of the foundation group of four Sisters travelling in company with Mother M. Gabriel and Bishop Moran by way of Gore and the Waimea Plains to Kingston and then by the paddle steamer Mountaineer for the three hour journey up Lake Wakatipu, arriving at the Queenstown wharf at 10.15pm. to the sound of lively airs played by the local band. Cheers and messages of welcome and congratulations accompanied them as they walked along the quay to their carriage, the way lit by lanterns held by children.

Sister Augustine wrote: “Their admiration of the beauty of the district was shared by Thomas Bracken, who composed the following lines for Mother Gabriel ‘with the respect and esteem of the author’: Here where the Convent rests above The towering mountains lift The lake which mirrors human life Their heads aloft in silent praise; - In all its phases - dark and bright - Wise worshippers, ye ever fill Its sunshine, shadow, calm and strife. Receptive souls with thoughts intense; The soul finds peace, for all around Mute monitors, ye ever teach The majesty of God displays Itself. Grand lessons in Omnipotence.” The Tablet October 2013 Francis – the ‘Pin-up’ Pope THE MISSION SUNDAY POSTER this year actually taken a few steps to get to know body of Christ who live in countries where celebrates the election of Cardinal Jorge Christ and the truths of faith more, by there is discord or mismanagement. The Mario Bergoglio of Buenos Aires, Argen- reading and meditating on the Scriptures, result is that they often do not have the tina as successor to Pope Benedict, tak- studying the Catechism, steadily basic necessities to live a dignified life. ing the name Francis. He is the first Pope approaching the Sacraments. But at the MISSIONZ - the work of the Pontifical from South America and the first Jesuit to same time let us ask ourselves what steps Mission Societies - brings the prayers, be elected Pope. we are taking so that the faith directs our solidarity and financial help of the Church Pope Francis was elected on March whole existence. Do not be a “part-time” in New Zealand to Christian communities 13th 2013. Since then the world has Christian, at certain moments, in certain in other parts of the world, especially begun to get to know the new Pontiff circumstances, in certain choices, be those in greatest need. and the general reaction seems to be Christian at all times! The truth of Christ, “Through their action, the proclamation that people have been impressed most that the Holy Spirit teaches us and gives of the Gospel not only bears witness to of all by his simplicity and his call for all us, always and forever involves our daily Christ but also becomes an intervention Christians to reach out to those on the lives. Let us invoke him more often, to on behalf of one’s neighbour, justice for margins. His trip to Rio de Janeiro in July guide us on the path of Christ’s disciples”. the poorest, the possibility of education 2013 for World Youth Day was his first As Pope Francis toured the square in in the most remote villages, medical overseas trip as Pontiff and is generally his open-topped pope-mobile on that aid in isolated places, emancipation seen as being an outstanding success. Wednesday audience with the public, a from poverty, the rehabilitation of The closing Eucharist for World Youth Day family at the edge of the crowd offered the marginalized, support for the on Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro, him a white bird cage with two doves development of peoples, overcoming saw an attendance of over three million inside it. Looking puzzled, his security ethnic divisions, and respect for life in all young people. detail took the cage and handed it to its stages,” wrote Pope Benedict XVI for Our poster this Mission Sunday features Pope Francis. Pope Francis opened the Mission Sunday 2011. Pope Francis releasing a dove on 15 May cage and released the two doves. One Each Mission Sunday we are asked to 2013. On that day as a preparation for the flew right away, the second one lingered demonstrate - for that day - our support Feast of Pentecost and in the context of on his hand. That moment is captured in for the missionary work of the Church the Year of Faith, Pope Francis dedicated our poster. so as to show our solidarity with the his Wednesday audience to the action As we move towards the conclusion younger Churches throughout the world, that the Holy Spirit accomplishes in us, in of our celebration of this Year of Faith, especially those with the least resources. guiding us to the Truth. (11th Oct 2012 - Nov 24th 2013) in New The Mission Collection is made He said “In this Year of Faith let us ask Zealand let us focus on the joy our faith available, in its entirety, to be distributed ourselves if we have brings us. Pope Francis encourages to young Churches who are supported uus to be “bearers of the Good News by the generosity of Churches that are oof Christ.” How appropriate then, better off. By the end of July this year tthat he published his first Encyclical MISSIONZ was able to send a total of on July 13th 2013 entitled “Lumen $425,976 to help build up the Church Fides” (Light of Faith). around the world, as well as helping in In that Encyclical both Pope the training of novices and seminarians, Emeritus Benedict and Pope and projects to help in the development Francis as co-authors, are exhorting of children. This is the sum of the Mission people to proclaim their faith in the Sunday Collection from parishes, gifts message of Jesus. Pope Benedict’s from regular donors, Mass Stipends, and influence on the document can donation of school children who have be seen throughout, especially organised something for the missionary in those sections which explain work of the Church during the financial why a life of Faith is completely year 2012/2013. We thank you for that compatible with rational thought generous support of God’s people living and modern life. In fact the in these young Churches. document highlights how faith Pope Francis, in section 1 of his message is the only true path to direct us for Mission Sunday 2013, reminds us that through the complexities and “Faith is God’s precious gift, offered to “idols” (see section 13) of the make our life more meaningful, better modern secular world. and more beautiful. It is a gift that one Our life of faith guides us in the cannot keep to oneself”. Please help us living out of Gospel values and at MISSIONZ to be able to share that gift often directs us to be conscious of faith through your prayer and financial of our brothers and sisters in the support of our missions.

2 October 2013 The Tablet Actions speak louder than words... Let your words teach and your actions speak. Saint Anthony of Padua

VATICAN CITY, September 28 (CNA/EWTN Sue Petritz of Sussex England, who News) .- Pope Francis met with a group works with adults entering the Catholic of catechists from around the world on Church, was present at the meeting. She Friday, encouraging them to live a life of found Pope Francis’ words motivating. witness for the faith rather than simply “He’s just a great inspiration to catechizing as a job. catechists everywhere, because if the “Be catechists, don’t work as catechists,” Pope can do it and he uses Jesus as his the Pope said to a group of two thousand example, we can do it as well. He inspires gathered in the Paul VI audience hall in us,” she told CNA. Rome on September 27. “Being a catechist The meeting with Pope Francis was is a vocation.” part of the International Conference on The pontiff stressed the importance of Catechesis organized for the Year of Faith. living a life of witness, because as Benedict Two thousand catechists from around XVI had noted, the Church does not the world gathered from September grow through proselytizing, but through 26-28 in Rome to consider the theme of attracting, and that which attracts people “Catechist: A Witness of Faith.” is a life that witnesses to the gospel. One participant from Portugal, “People see the gospel in our lives: let Christina, expressed her joy in being part them read the gospel,” said Pope Francis. of an international gathering. In order to live the gospel, we must “I think it’s very important to meet with remain with Christ. people from other countries and other “The first thing, for a disciple, is to be cultural experiences – and then we feel with the Teacher, to listen to him, to learn from him. And this that we really are brothers and sisters that have a common always matters, it is a journey that lasts the whole of life!” Father,” she said. The Pope then asked the participants, “how do you live, The conference included the meeting with Pope Francis as well remaining with Christ?” as various presentations on catechesis and a pilgrimage to the When someone goes to pray before Jesus in the tabernacle, tomb of St. Peter. “you look at him, but do you let him see you? Allow him to look at you!” encouraged Pope Francis. It is in this union with the Lord that we find the strength to go out of ourselves in order to share the gospel with others, he explained. Catholic Centre Shop These evangelization efforts must bring us to the periphery, because that is where God himself goes. Pope Francis reflected on the story of Jonah, who was called by Lumen Fidei: Light of Faith God out of his “calm and orderly life” to go the city of Nineveh, Encyclical Letter which was “beyond his schema, at the periphery of his world.” This story teaches us that “God is not afraid of the periphery.” Pope Francis In fact, “if you go to the periphery, you will find him there,” This encyclical was begun by his predecessor explained the Pope. Pope Benedict XVI and completed by Pope He then went on to give an example of how catechists could Francis. Faith “is a light, for do this. RQFHWKHÁDPHRIIDLWKGLHV “In Buenos Aires, there are many children who don’t even know out, all other lights begin to how to make the sign of the Cross! This is a periphery. We must dim.” Here is an illuminating go there.” work inviting all to lead a Pope Francis went on to emphasize the need for “creativity” more Faith-based life from in catechesis, because “you need to know the circumstances in ZKLFKÁRZVVHUYLFHWR*RG which you preach the gospel.” and service to others. Although the gospel message never changes, we must be able to adapt our methods according to our circumstances. “God is Price $12.90 P/P $1.90 not rigid,” he said. Moreover, said the Pope, Christian catechists cannot remain “closed off in our group, in our parish, in our movement, in our TheThe CatholicCat Centre Shop environment.” Such an attitude leads to a person being “sick.” Moran Building, 8 Octagon, Dunedin 9016. Rather, we need the kind of catechist who “has the courage to Ph/fax (03) 477-6342 or email [email protected] take the risk to go out” preaching the gospel.

3 The Tablet October 2013 A message to young people From Father Martin Flannery - Chaplain to Verdon College The week of 8-14 September was ‘Social Justice Week’ in our Church. The theme for this year was ‘Walk Alongside – meaningful work for the young worker.’ The Booklet put out by Caritas stressed the importance of the dignity that work offers. Obviously finding employment is the first and often hardest step in this quest for dignity. It is easy to give up hope when no-one wants to employ us. Our Bishops have written this paragraph in their letter to encourage young people: To young people experiencing difficulties in finding permanent, secure work, we say: Do not give up hope. Do not define yourself solely by your success in seeking employment – keep up your studies, keep in touch with your families and community through activities in your parish, marae or neighbourhood. Outside your job- seeking activities, study and casual work, this may also be a time to engage in some voluntary work. As well as keeping up a good work record and opening the door to unforeseen possibilities, in doing something for others, we can find new purpose and energy in our own lives. Each of you is a precious and valued member of our society. We are not giving up on you – please don’t give up on yourself.

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4 October 2013 The Tablet An all round Class Act... Prime Minister John Key told the 57 outstanding pupils from 29 secondary schools at the 2013 Otago Daily Times Class Act awards ceremony at the Dunedin Public Art Gallery on 12 St Peter’s College September that he could fill the room with a thousand people who would tell them they would not succeed. His words of advice were to ignore those people. ‘’A lot of people will tell you that ability is what it takes to achieve. But it’s not - it’s attitude. ‘’If you really back yourself, you’ll get there. You will succeed if you believe you will.’’ Otago Daily Times editor Murray Kirkness also praised the recipients of the 14th Class Act awards, describing them as ‘’the cream of Otago’s secondary school elite in 2013’’. “They were nominated by their schools on the basis of their achievements to date, and their potential for success in the future,” he said. The only criterion the newspaper gave the schools was excellence. Academic, sporting, social, artistic or cultural excellence, Morgan Pearce and Eilish Cameron of St Peter’s College leadership qualities, or a combination of those, was the Gore were proud recipients of the Otago Daily Times Class standard by which pupils were nominated. Act awards 2013, presented by Prime Minister John Key.

St Kevin’s College Congratulations to our Class Act recipients for 2013; Deputy Head Girl Special Character Molly Farrell and Head Boy Jibi Kunnethedam. The Class Act recipients should demonstrate outstanding contributions to St Kevin’s College and the wider community and Molly and Jibi were nominated as a result of their consistent representation of the College in a variety of sporting, cultural and service areas. The awards were presented by Prime Minister John Key at the Class Act Award Ceremony and Reception held in Dunedin.

Kavanagh College Zoe McBride and Liam Donnelly were Kavanagh College’s Class Act recipients. As well as being successful scholars and strong leaders, both excel in other fields. Zoe represented New Zealand at the 2012 Junior World Rowing Championships in Bulgaria, winning a bronze medal, and this year in Lithuania where she was placed fifth in the junior women’s quad. Liam is an accomplished musician gaining, among other things, associate diplomas in piano performance and piano teaching (honours). He recently became the pianist for the Dunedin City Jazz Orchestra.

5 The Tablet October 2013 New NCRS appointments bring wealth of knowledge to religious education By Simone Olsen Anne Kennedy brings her extensive experience as a primary teacher and school principal to her new role Asso- The Catholic Institute of Aotearoa New ciate Director NCRS, Curriculum. Anne was the Coordi- Zealand is pleased to announce the nator-Editor of the National Primary Religious Education dual appointments of Dr Chris Duthie- Programme and more recently she has taken up the Jung and Mrs Anne Kennedy to the role of Religious Education Consultant for the Diocese positions of Head of Partnerships and of Dunedin. Anne has qualifications in Education; The- Director of the National Centre for Re- ology; and Religious Education. Anne’s Master’s thesis, ligious Studies; and Associate Director awarded with Distinction, focused on New Zealand Chil- National Centre for Religious Studies, dren’s Spirituality. Anne contributes nationally to teach- Curriculum. ers’ Professional and Academic development in this area, “I’m delighted to announce the ap- which along with Religious Education, is her area of special interest and expertise. pointment of Chris Duthie-Jung as She is married to Tony and has three adult children and four grandchildren. Head of Partnerships and Director of the NCRS; and Mrs Anne Kennedy as Chris comes to the position Head of Partnerships and Associate Director NCRS, Curriculum. Director of the National Centre for Religious Studies from In these two key positions Anne and his lecturing position at The Catholic Institute and with Chris will be fulfilling vital roles not a broad background in pastoral ministry, theology and only in The Catholic Institute itself but education- Chris has been involved in a wide range of within Catholic Education as a whole. Church Ministries across Palmerston North and Wel- This is a challenging and exciting time lington Dioceses. In his role as the Director of Youth and for Catholic education in New Zealand Young Adult Ministry in the Archdiocese of Wellington, and these appointments signal TCI’s Chris was integrally involved in a wide range of youth commitment to supporting strong ministry initiatives at the national level, most notably Catholic leadership and learning excel- assuming national responsibility for the NZ pilgrimage lence within the Catholic Sector. I am to WYD in Sydney in 2008. Chris completed his B. Theol at Otago; his Master of grateful to both of them for putting Religious Studies from the Catholic University of Leuven; and in 2012, was awarded themselves forward and offering their his Doctorate in Ministry from the Sydney College of Divinity, specialising in pro- wealth of knowledge and experience cesses of secularization and the Catholic identity of contemporary Catholic young to the essential work of providing the adults. Chris and Veronika have three children, two boys at St Bernard’s College and best resources available for religious a daughter at Ss Peter and Paul School Lower Hutt where Chris recently finished a education in New Zealand,” says Prof. nine year term on the BOT. Anne Tuohy, Director of The Catholic Institute. “Chris brings rich experience gained at both local and national levels in a wide variety of roles in pastoral ministry, education and theology to this newly established role. Anne is well known in Catholic Education having successfully fulfilled key responsibilities, also at local and national levels, across the Catholic School sector,” Chris will be based in Wellington and move into his role over the next two months and Anne will be based in Dunedin commencing her role on 14th October 2013. Bio notes and photos of both appointees are available below. For more information please contact Simone Olsen, Communications Ad- viser NZCBC, 021 611 052

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Matthew 6:25-27 “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more important than food, and the body more important than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to your life?”

7 The Tablet October 2013 Farewell function for Anne Kennedy... On 10th October a Farewell function was held by the Catholic Pastoral Centre staff, in honour of Anne Ken- nedy who has worked as the Primary Schools’ Support Consultant in the diocese since December 2000. Although it was the second week of the school holidays, a good number of principals and DRS’s from schools across the dio- of all her other roles, then presented Anne thanked everyone for their cese were able to take up the invitation a gift from the diocese. Anne’s new generous and valuable support over to attend the function. position with NCRS will involve her the years, and for their prayers and Speeches of appreciation were in a substantial amount of travel. The good wishes as she takes up her made by Tony Hanning, Director of Diocesan Centre chose to present her new role as NCRS Associate Director, the Catholic Education Office, who with Koru Club membership, a potted Curriculum. spoke of Anne’s work in education, rose bush, flowers and a certificate of followed by Bishop Colin, who spoke appreciation. REUNION Ex-pupils and their wives of Christian Brothers’ School, Rattray Street, and St Edmund’s School up to 1963 are invited to a reunion on November 29th - 1st December 2013. (A second reunion of St Paul’s and St Edmund’s 1963-1988 will follow in 2014). Functions on Friday and Saturday will be held at the Dunedin Rugby Club, Kettle Park. Friday 29 November at 7.00pm - Conversazione Saturday 30 November at 6.30pm - Reunion Dinner Sunday 1 December at 11.00am - Mass at St Patrick’s Basilica, South Dunedin. Replies by 30 October to: Br Donaldson, 86 Bay View Road, Dunedin 9012. Telephone 03 4565040 Email: [email protected]

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8 October 2013 The Tablet Priests from all over NZ enjoy unique opportunity to gather together

More than 180 diocesan priests from around the country gathered in Rotorua for the four-day National Assembly of Priests for learning, fellowship, sharing and recreation. While there are many opportunities for them to gather with other priests of their diocese, the national gathering only occurs every five years. The Assembly, which began with a powhiri from John Paul College students, provided a unique opportunity to catch up with priests they know well from their Seminary days, or from serving in parishes or national organisations together. Over four days, there were presentations from international and local speakers, time for sharing with each other, daily Mass and liturgies and opportunities to enjoy some leisure time together. Fr Timothy Radcliffe OP, former head of the Dominican Order worldwide, author and speaker, gave several presentations over the four days, covering Christian leadership, reconciling pastoral ministry and Church teaching, creativity and imagination in deepening faith. During the gathering, newly appointed Papal Nuncio to Well known Vatican based journalist, commentator, author New Zealand, Archbishop Martin Krebs presented his letter and speaker John Allen spoke about rising trends developing of introduction from the Holy See’s Secretariat of State to the in the Church globally, and the impact of Pope Francis’ papacy Bishops of New Zealand. The letter was read to the assembled to date, as well as the growing threats to religious freedom, priests, by President of the NZCBC Archbishop John Dew. especially in the Middle East and Asia. The Priests were grateful to the many parishioners from St Cardinal Tom Williams reflected upon 55 years of priesthood Mary’s parish Rotorua who assisted with transport and many and in particular he emphasised the importance of other tasks, as well as organising the daily Masses along with maintaining fraternity among priests and ensuring that social Parish Priest Fr Mark Field. There were also many positive justice is an integral part of our faith communities. comments made about the John Paul College students who Monsignor Peter Jeffrey spoke about the formation of our assisted priests with their luggage on arrival. future priests. The Assembly Organising Committee was chaired by Mons Paul Farmer (Auckland) and included a priest from each Diocese; Fr John C O’Connor (Christchurch), Fr Darren McFarlane (Hamilton), Fr James Lyons (Wellington), Fr Michael Hishon (Dunedin) and Fr Brian Carmine (Palmerston North) together with NZCBC Executive Officer Anne Dickinson.

Spot the Bishop - In the photo at right, Bishop Colin enjoys a trip on the lake with fellow priests and bishops.

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SC 101 Introduction to the Old Testament Level 5, 10 Credits Written over a long period of time, the Old Testament describes God’s relationship with the Hebrew people. Who were these people? What was this relationship about? When did it happen? This course will introduce participants to the key events, dates, places and people of the Old Testament. Lecturer: Rev Damian Wynn-Williams Dates: 16–19 May (5pm – 8pm Fri & 9am – 4pm Sat) TCI COURSES FOR 2014 6–7 June (5pm – 8pm Fri & 9am – 4pm Sat) Four courses will be offered at the Dunedin TH 103 Campus next year. Times have been chosen to History of the Sacraments try to make it easier for people to fit attendance Level 5, 10 Credits in without undue impact on work commitments, This course will give an overview of the major histori- and, in the case of teachers, the employment cal changes and developments that have influenced our of relievers is avoided, too. Leaflets with more understanding and practice of the sacraments. This in turn information will be distributed around parishes will help students to better understand the issues relating and schools in plenty of time for enrolment, but to sacraments today. this early notification will assist those wanting to Course material: Martos, J (2001) Doors to the sacred: A consider taking the courses for private study, or historical introduction to the sacraments in the Catholic towards a qualification. Church, Liguori, MO: Liguori/Triumps Lecturer: Sr Jan Ogilvy op The Catholic Institute of Aotearoa New Zealand Dates: 22-23 August (5pm – 8pm Fri & 9am – 4pm Sat) Dunedin Campus Courses 2014 29-30 August (5pm – 8pm Fri & 9am – 4pm Sat) Holy Cross Centre 89 Church St. Mosgiel TH 211 Catholic Social Teaching II TH 104 Level 6, 15 Credits Social Issues: Catholic Social Teaching Today It is the special vocation of the laity to advance the reign of Level 5, 10 Credits God by acting as a leaven in the world and transforming What is Catholic social teaching? This course will outline society. This course will explain the Church’s social teaching the Church’s teaching on justice and peace. is some detail and focus on the permanent elements in that Some major social issues will be explored with a view to teaching. The course aims to give participants the knowl- helping participants better understand how Catholic social edge and understanding necessary in order to apply the teaching can be applied to action for justice and peace. Church’s teaching with confidence to the issues of the day. Lecturer: Rev. Gerard Aynsley Lecturer: Rev Gerard Aynsley Dates: 4–5 April (5pm – 8pm Fri & 9am – 4pm Sat) Dates: 5-6 September (5pm–8pm Fri & 9am–4pm Sat) 9–10 May (5pm – 8pm Fri & 9am – 4pm Sat) 19-20 September (5pm–8pm Fri & 9am–4pm Sat)

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10 October 2013 The Tablet Early Catechism Gifts given twice - This catechism of the Catholic Church is thought to have been written in the Māori language by Bishop a Retreat for the Pompallier. It was printed in 1842 at the Marist mission at Kororāreka (later renamed Russell). The bishop brought a printer and printing Year of Faith equipment from France and housed By Amy Armstrong and Teresa Han- uncover the gifts that are within them them in a specially built rammed- ratty but perhaps not recognised. earth building. Between 1842 and 1849 more than 3,000 books and At the Gifts given twice retreat, held at Once these gifts were named, people other publications such as this were Holy Cross Centre on 13 - 15 September, discerned where they could be used printed in both Māori and English, retreat participants gathered together in ministry to enrich our communities. and used throughout the country in search of a deeper faith and with an The participants recalled experiences by the French missionary priests, openness to God on their faith journey. of when they had been ministered to including those who visited Otago The aim was to discern their gifts – the effectively through teaching, guid- and Southland. gifts God gives, which are then gifted ance or healing prayer. This was done to others. In this Year of Faith the docu- by priests, parishioners and members ments of Vatican II remind people that of the wider community. Some exam- all are gifted, and whether the gifts are ples illustrated that just being present exceptional and great, or simple and with others in times of grief and pain is ordinary, they are graces of the Holy ministry. Spirit. Every person is gifted in a unique Quiet times were included throughout way. the weekend for the participants to re- Each person came to the retreat with a flect on the gift of the intimate call from present they had received, and shared Jesus to each one of them. The partici- its significance. These were displayed pants spent time walking on a wintry as a prayer focus throughout the week- afternoon to sense the vibrant gift of end and were used to confirm people’s God all around them! personal gifts in the final reflection The privilege of gathering on retreat time. enabled each person to discover the In the quiet space of Holy Cross Centre unique gifts God has given them. It was people were able to peel back some of an invitation to them to use these gifts the layers that were hiding their true to serve those around them in every- selves. People explored their own faith day ways to build up God’s kingdom gifts, natural gifts and life experience to here on earth.

Back row: Paul Colvin, Kerry Sinclair, Pam Harding, Gareth Vaughan, Kathleen Currie, Pauline O’Brien. Middle row: Anita Bruce, Maggie Tupu, Maree Stoddart, Susi Lei, Liz Smith, Teresa Hanratty. Front row: Amy Armstrong, Zara Ramathas, Alfred Tong, Craig Casey

11 The Tablet October 2013 Celebration Friday 20 – Sunday 22 September

“What a great weekend we all had!” wrote Trisch Inder, after the celebra- tions. “Bishop Colin Campbell and Fa- ther Tony Harrison, our parish priest, were joined by several other past parish priests, Dominican Sisters, past and present pupils and parishioners over the weekend. Our opening event was our very successful school’s produc- tion, “Something So Strong”, which cel- ebrated our rich history, followed by drinks and supper. The next day we had our liturgy which brought together our past, present and future families. It was lovely to have the newest members of our families, who will be our future students, attending this occasion. Follow-

Current Principal, Trisch Inder, and current Board Chair, Gigi Hollyer with previous principals of St Joseph’s School, Queenstown, Sr Marie Eugene O.P., Philomena O’Connell, and Sr Judith McGinley O.P.

ing our liturgy we had morning tea and photos. Our dinner at Goldfields Hotel was well supported and entertaining speeches telling of some of the “untold” stories were shared by Tony Hanning, a past pupil and now Director of Catholic Education in the Dunedin Diocese, Sr Five Dominican Sisters attended the Jan Ogilvy, Dominican Sister and past celebration of 130 years since the pupil, and Sr Marie Eugene, previous arrival of the Sisters in Queenstown. principal at St Joseph’s School. Our l to r: Sr Judith McGinley, Sr Marie weekend ended with a special Mass on Eugene, Sister Mary Anna Baird, Sr Sunday, including a fittingly memora- Jan Ogilvy, and Sr Carmel Walsh. ble homily by Bishop Colin.” Bishop Colin Campbell with Sister Marie Eugene O.P. (Former Principal)

Members of her extended family proudly supporting the principal, Trisch Inder.

12 October 2013 The Tablet Mercy Day joint celebration at Winton…

On 24 September, St Thomas’ School Winton and St Mary’s School Gore combined to hold a day at Winton celebrating the charism of the Sisters of Mercy, with whom each school has historic links. Mercy Sisters, Mary, and Maria Goretti, joined the group for the day, as well as Bishop Colin, Fr Damian Wynn-Williams, Fr Hamesh Wyatt, Fr Maurice White, and Tony Hanning Director of Catholic Education. Several students from St Peter’s College, Gore, and from Verdon College, Invercargill, assisted with sporting programmes and in other ways, including the barbecue.

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14 October 2013 TheThe TabletTable Is there anybody out there?... Following publication about the history of the Bishop’s Shield in the September issue of The Tablet, the editor received some very interesting material from 85 year old Father Tom Keyes, one of the competitors in the original 1944 competition.

Father Tom writes: I was interested to read in the September Tablet an article into practice. Inn my that highlighted the Bishop’s Shield debating etc. among the opinion, they resultedsulted iinn secondary schools of our diocese. I noted particularly that it fervent Catholicss and CCaCatho-tho- was 70 years since the first Bishop’s Shield. I competed that lic marriages. year and the next in the Christian Brothers’ debating team. In I remember the first and second gathering for the Bishop’s those days there were teams from St Kevin’s, Teschemakers, Shield. I remember I was annoyed with Mr Tony Dowling, St Philomena’s, St Dominic’s, Christian Brothers, St Catherine’s the lawyer, who was adjudicating, because he criticised me and Marist Brothers, the latter two being in Invercargill. publicly for exaggerating. The Bishop’s Shield in those days The first competition was held in the Catholic Youth Move- was more than a competition. We got to know young people ment headquarters, the two upper rooms of Samson’s build- from other Catholic schools and enjoyed the fellowship. Also, ing in Dowling Street. This consisted of a chapel, the Catholic I think one of the things we gave them was a ride on the ca- Library, Fr Frank Bennett’s office, and the cafeteria. The latter ble car to Mornington, and perhaps on to Maryhill. was a large room which was frequented by Catholics for daily I was glad that after 70 years the Bishop’s Shield competition lunch, and used as a hall on occasions such as the Bishop’s is still promoting public speaking among young people from Shield. Incidentally, the first Catholic Library was opposite our schools. There is only one question I ask: Are there 70 me- Samson’s in the Bank building, and Joan Morris (who became dallions on the shield? Also I would appreciate any contact a nun) was librarian. She was the sister of John Morris who with other competitors of 70 years ago who are still alive. became a priest in our diocese. Father Bennett was full-time chaplain. The first cafeteria was in the building at the corner of Dowling and Princes Sts. In those days, practically every par- Father Keyes resides at 40 Perth St Invercargill 9810, ish had a Catholic youth movement (CYM), or Young Catholic and he can be contacted on 03 2179083. Workers movement (YCW). The Catholic Family Movement (In answer to Father Tom’s first question: There are 50 (CFM) was much appreciated by parents. The CFM, YCW and medallions on the original shield. Bishop Len Boyle CFM were based on becoming followers of Jesus. Each week presented the new shield which now has 20 medallions we met to “see, judge and act.” We reflected on the Gospels, on it.) saw how they applied to us and then went out and put them

On 18 September St Gerard’s Young Vinnies of Alexandra held a ‘High Tea’ for their elderly neighbours and parishioners in Father Pat’s garden. The students made all the food themselves and spent a beautiful afternoon entertaining and talking to their guests, which was greatly appreciated by all those who attended.

15 The Tablet October 2013 The Challenges of Childhood.... by the Editor Before the days of television, video games, ipads and ipods, the challenges and conquests of childhood were found, largely, in the space, objects and obstacles that lay around them. Visiting Queenstown recently for the various St Joseph’s Parish and School jubilees brought some to mind again. One such piece that jogged my memory was ‘the wall.’ To the left of the church and below what had been “The Convent,” was the imposing then, and beautiful now, stone wall with the metal spike fence above. Built well over one hundred years ago, that wall has many tales to tell. Countless parishioners, visitors and school children have walked in its shelter down the years as they trudged from town to church or school. In days of yore it marked the lower boundary of Dominican life, their way home from school, but only when the good Sisters were not per- after paying a visit to the church. mitted to venture beyond the convent Sometimes it was more than climbing and its grounds, without serious cause. that became the fascination. In Spring ‘Over the convent wall’ was a challenge it could be finding birds’ eggs. One for school children, perhaps more so such incident of the 1940‘s stands out than for the Sisters! among the rest. It is the day that Rob- What a wall it was for climbing - toe ert Hanrahan, when climbing the wall, holds fit for every 5 - 10 year old to try, found a starling leaving, with some firstly at the low end, then, for the ex- agitation, her nest behind a rock in perienced and daring, at the high end. the wall. Small as his hand was, it was gathered, and the fear of being caught Leather schoolbags strapped to their no match for the hole in the wall and by either the mother bird or the Mother shoulders like the mountaineers of old, he became stuck and partly suspend- Superior was the topic of comparison. caps askew, and toecaps tapping on ed, the weight of his body taken on Alas poor Robert! In desperation, some the rock, they climbed religiously on his toes. The crowd of school children agreed to run to the presbytery and beg the help of his namesake and parish priest, Father Bill Hanrahan. Though often serious in face, I do believe that on that day his Irish eyes were smiling as, crowbar in hand, he eased the rock sufficiently to release the hand of Rob- ert. All’s well that ends well. 8=;B=HM I looked for the hole in the wall and I think I found it. No matter whether it is :IB9F5@ÛG9FJ=79G the right one or not, it is the one that fits the memory, if not the hand. ǲ ǳ The deadline for the November issue is Monday 28 October. ǣȋͲ͵ȌͶͺ͹ͺ͸ͲͲͲ Contact the editor, Tony Hanning, ǣ̷Ǥ Ǥ Private Bag 1941, Dunedin 9054. ͳͺ͵ǡ Phone (03) 474 1994 Ext. 706, or mobile 021 270 5999. ǤǤ Ǥ Email: [email protected]