\nThe halls of our school also feature artistic depictions of the stations of the cross, created by our own students. Indeed, there is a rich tradition of students crafting pieces within the religious sphere for exam projects and classwork. It is a real source of pride for the school that many such pieces have been donated to this very church and many others, including a tabernacle, seats and lecterns. <\/em>
\nThat tradition continues today with the presentation and consecration of this beautiful candle shrine, painstakingly crafted by Engineering teacher Willie Gleeson, with brass materials donated by the school. We thank him for the hours of meticulous care that has resulted in a simple but powerful piece that is a testament to the continued strong connection between the school, this church, this parish and indeed the wider community. <\/em>
\nWe are especially lucky to have your parish priest Fr. Sean as our chaplain in the school, his genuine interest and passion enliven Christian values each day on our halls and in our classrooms. His presence and his continued positive impact on so many students speak to today\u2019s generations search for spiritual connection in the modern world, where it is so easy to get lost among the many ways to connect. It is particularly fitting therefore given the pressures that young people face today that Padre Pio, to whom this piece will be dedicated, is the patron saint of among other things, adolescents, healing and stress relief. <\/em>
\nWe would like to take this opportunity to thank the parish of Hospital\/Herbertstown for their commitment and unwavering support of John the Baptist Community School in a myriad of ways. In particular, we would like to also thank Canon Ryan who has always facilitated the school\u2019s connection to the parish and this church, facilitating services and masses in this beautiful temple of God. <\/em>
\nWe are delighted to be able to give back to this parish. May this stand be a symbol and embodiment of our continued connection with you all and with God for many years to come”.<\/em><\/p>\n
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Many thanks to Engineering teacher Willie Gleeson, who created a wonderful candle shrine for Hospital Parish church, with brass materials donated by the school. Last Sunday, the 11th of June, saw the presentation and consecration of this amazing piece dedicated to Padre Pio to the parish during Sunday mass. This was a lovely occasion, marking…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":20335,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n