Mary MacKillop (1842-1909) is renowned for her generous approach to all endeavours, a women of courage who worked tirelessly to ensure all children were educated , she especially looked out for the poor and those in need.

A famous quote of Mary’s is “Remember we are but travelers here” 1867. Her life was a journey of ups and downs as we all have. She saw her journey as one courageously dedicated to the work of the Lord. Mary would encourage us all to strive to make our time of travelling through life the best it can be, making the most of every moment that we have.

When Pope St John Paul II beatified Mother Mary MacKillop he said, “Mary MacKillop embodied all that is best in your nation and its people: genuine openness to others, hospitality to strangers, generosity to the needy, justice to those unfairly treated, perseverance in the face of adversity, kindness and support to the suffering. Think of Mother Mary MacKillop and learn from her to be a gift of love and compassion for one another, for all Australians, and for the world.”
Watch St Mary’s story told by some beautiful primary school children.

Mary MacKillop’s alphabet…
Aussie, Brave, Compassionate, Devoted, Ecumenical, Forgiving, Grounded, Hopeful, Inspiring, Just, Kind, Lovable, Motherly, Natural, Open, Questing, Reflective, Suffering, Trustful, Uncomplaining, Visionary, Worker, Xcellent sense of humour, Yes person, Zestful.
What would yours be like?

A special prayer to Mary MacKillop
God of all blessings, you revealed in Mary MacKillop a sensitivity to the rights and dignity of every person, regardless of race or creed.
May we learn from her to overcome the obstacles of prejudice and fear.
Help us to value the goodness of each person and all the blessings of unity in diversity.
We ask this through the depth and unity of you, our bountiful God, who holds all things in being.
Amen