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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