Farewell and Thank you Sister Mary

Next Wednesday 7th June at 10.30 in the Library, we will be honouring Sr Mary who has been such a wonderful support and contributor to the life of St Joseph’s over the last 6 years. Parents and friends who know Sr Mary are warmly invited to join us for a short Liturgy followed by morning tea (we would appreciate it if you can please bring a plate).

How did Sr Mary find herself in Grenfell? In 2018, Sr Mary went looking for a country experience. She and another nun were sent to explore where the Mercy nuns had set up schools, hospitals etc in NSW. Luckily for us, Sr Mary felt that Grenfell was calling her. It reminded her of where she had been on holidays with her family. 

After settling in the town and not knowing anyone else, Mary decided to ‘wander with intent’ going to local cafes and shops to meet people and chat. These conversations lead her to being involved and supporting the Grenfell community in so very many and varied ways! And we at St Mary’s are so very grateful for the way Sr Mary has supported our school, the staff, the students and especially her project of introducing us to Catherine McAuley, the Founder of the Sisters of Mercy to our school community. 

Reflecting on Compassion

In your quiet space, become present to the moment. Concentrate on your breathing,

welcoming the energy you breathe in and farewelling the tension you breathe out ...

Bring to mind the most compassionate person you know, someone who is at ease with others and can feel their pain. Picture their eyes, notice their hands, recall their facial

expressions, listen to their voice.

▶ What does compassion look, feel and sound like?

At times, we can be our own fiercest critics, placing impossible burdens on ourselves.

▶ Are there any aspects of your life calling out to you to be compassionate to yourself? Notice if anything comes to the surface and be grateful for this gift of awareness.

▶ Hear yourself speak with compassion about this aspect of your life.