David Kennerley presented at talk at the Annual congregational Bursar’s Seminar on the management of resources within a biblical framework.
Arnold Garfero professed in the Philippines
On July 23 our community had the pleasure of hosting the Profession of Arnold Gafero. Arnold had his Novitiate in 1993 here in Dumalag, but in 1999 he decided not to take his final Profession and left the Society of Mary. However, he kept in touch with the Marists and their ministries in the district of the Philippines and on September 12, 2008 he asked the Superior of the District for permission to re-enter the Society. It was decided that he would live two months here with us in the international novitiate for time to reflect on his desire to become a member of the SM once again. [Read more…] about Arnold Garfero professed in the Philippines
Hawkes Bay Viticulturist of the Year – Mission
Mission Estate Viticulturist, Caine Thompson is Hawkes Bay’s Young Viticulturist of the year. Sponsored by Markhams, Mr Thompson now represents Hawkes Bay in the national competition. [Read more…] about Hawkes Bay Viticulturist of the Year – Mission
Song for Year for Priests
Chris Skinner has released a new CD single: “Give thanks to the Lord” a song celebrating the Year for Priests. [Read more…] about Song for Year for Priests
Guinea Pig meals “not bad actually”.
Peter McAfee arrived in Mexico in mid-July to join the Marist Spanish speaking Novititate team.
He has spent the first couple of weeks in Peru visiting the home of the prospective novices. In a New Zealand context it all sounds rather simple, however it involved 8 to 9 days of gurelling bus travel through the Andes. [Read more…] about Guinea Pig meals “not bad actually”.
St Pats College to launch a Foundation
On 1st September 2009 the St Patrick’s College Board of Proprietors is to launch the St Patrick’s College Wellington Foundation.