On Sunday 25th May, 2014, Bishop Gerard Hanna DD of Wagga, confirmed 15 candidates from St Mary’s Parish. He was assisted in the ceremony by St Mary’s Parish Priest, Fr Paul Hart, and by Deacon Christian of Nigeria and currently studying in the Wagga Seminary.
The Photos are a simple record of the event. We pray for the candidates that they may always ‘make right judgments’ as the Bishop encouraged them to do in his homily.
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Bishop Hanna’s crosier – the symbol of the Shepherd
Bishop Hanna’s mitre – symbol of authority worn by a bishop
Bishop Hanna’s pectoral cross – symbol of unity with Christ
Oil of Chrism container and Mass booklet
Bishop Hanna (centre) with Fr Hart & Deacon Christian
Deacon Christian proclaims the Gospel
Fr Hart PP, calls names of candidates
Bishop Hanna preaches the Word about Confirmation
Bishop Hanna invokes the Holy Spirit upon the candidates
Bishop Hanna confirms candidates with anointing and sign of peace.
Group photo at end of Confirmation Mass
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We extend our sincere thanks to Bishop Hanna for confirming our candidates at St Mary’s.
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May the candidates be fruitful in the Gifts of the Holy Spirit!
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