I enjoyed being with family and friends at the beginning of 2021. I had the opportunity to swim in the sea and go for seaside walks. It was refreshing and I am grateful. I had time to reflect on our blessings here in Aotearoa New Zealand. We have a freedom that our families and friends do not have in the Northern Hemisphere. Each day is a blessing and I give thanks to you all who contribute to the Sisters of Compassion services.
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Sister Gonzaga Williams
Sister left the Congregation in 1965 but re-entered in 1967, leaving again before her final Profession. Before leaving she had completed her first year of training to become a nurse. […]
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Home of Compassion Chapel and Resting Place Listed as Historic Place
Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga has recognised The Chapel of Our Lady of Compassion and the Resting Place of Meri Hōhepa Suzanne Aubert as a Category 1 Historic Place. The […]
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Sister Louise Speight
Sara Ellen Speight was born in Yorkshire, England, on 7 March, 1877. Her parents were Joseph and Elizabeth Speight (nee Quinn).