DIOCESE OF CHRISTCHURCH

New Zealand Tablet, 18 May 1911, Page 905

DIOCESE OF CHRISTCHURCH

(From our own correspondent.) t t . . , May 15. ; in compliance with the Defence requirements, a cadet company has been formed in connection with St. Mary’s parish, Cnristchurch North, and already about seventy members have been enrolled. y The teaching staff and pupils of the Marist Brothers’ bcliool much appreciate, the kindness of the Very Rev fl er J 7- CG ’ Ad , m -»J n presenting a fine framed picture of his Holiness the Pope, to be hung in the class-rooms. 1? .Mis Lordship- the Bishop, accompanied by the Rev. Father Hyland, loft on Saturday on an episcopal visitation of the parochial district of Albnry. The only winning team of the Marist Brothers’ Old Boys _ Association in last Saturday’s football matches was that in the junior flag contest, when they defeated Meriviilo by seven points to three, after a strenuous game. U .via I ley was the principal scorer. At the recent Christchurch Literary and Musical Competitions the following successes were achieved by pupils oi the Convent of Mercy Colombo street: —Miss Frances’ Geritj and Master Howard Moody obtained first prize for Beethoven s piano duet, ‘ Scherzo,’ trio from Septett Op. 2U. Master Howard Moody also won the first prize for the song Blow, blow, thou winter wind ’ (Dr. Arne) Misses Mora McDonald and Mary C. Goggin were specially commended for their sterling performance of Weber’s piano duet, Oberon. Miss Marjory Young was recalled for her brilliant rendering of ‘Romanza in E flat,’ Op. 44 (Rubinbit)lily, ’ • '___ : • _ - - ; , l ; On last Sunday week, Feast of the Patronage of St, Joseph, there was First Communion of the children in St. Mary s Church Christchurch North, at a special Mass celebrated by : the Very Rev. Dean Ginaty, S.M., V.G at 8 0 clock, when 100 approached the Holy Table. The great care and diligent training bestowed upon this large number of little ones by the resident clergy and the Sisters of Mercy were markedly reflected in the edifying demeanour ot the children. After Mass all were entertained at breakfast in the schoolroom by the Sisters and ladies of the congregation. In the afternoon there were the customary devotions, including a renewal of baptismal vows. One evening last week Mrs. Palmer, who has on many previous occasions proved herself a warm friend of Nazareth House, and its community, generously entertained the inmates at an enjoyable instrumental and vocal concert, and afterwards the aged people at tea. Mrs 1 aimer was assisted by Misses Murray, Baker, and Loughnan. On behalf of the Sisters of Nazareth the Rev. Father Graham, S.M., very sincerely thanked Mrs. Palmer and party for their thoughtful and kindly treat, which had been greatly appreciated by all present. At Mrs. Palmer’s request the Rev. lather Quinn, S.M., returned her acknowledgments and that of her friends for the grateful references made, them, adding that anything she could ever do to help, comfort, or add to the enjoyment of the inmates would be a pleasure. The devotion of the Forty Hours’ Adoration, began at Nazareth House at the 7 o’clock Mass in the Community Chapel on the Feast of the Patronage of St. Joseph A Missa Cantata urns celebrated by, the Rev. Father Quinn, S.M. the Rev Fatner Graham assisting, and followed by exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. In the evening the Rev. haulier Quinn preached a discourse appropriate of the occasion. There was . adoration throughout Sunday night On Monday morning a Alissa Cantata was celefc. b V;i the , Re , v - father Quinn, and in the evening the Re\. h alei Graham preached. On Tuesday morning the Rev. Father Graham was celebrant, the Rev. Father Quinn Aii lS A mgft v r vhlcl i the devo ,? was solemnly closed All the Catholic inmates approached the. Holy Table during illumlnlted n; aUd the altar was beautifully adorned anS