Sister cared for the aged and disadvantaged in the Homes of Compassion at Island Bay, Silverstream, Timaru and Wanganui. From 1978 till 1984 she worked in our Homes in Wagga Wagga and Broken Hill. Sister’s holistic approach to the people she cares for and for their extended family has benefited many people. Over the years Sister Helena has supported many families in practical ways where she has given her time. In recent years she has been actively involved in Pastoral Care with those living in the wider community.
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Sister Adrian Flannery
Helen Rose Flannery, born in Richmond near Oamaru was the third daughter of John and Mary Flannery. Baptised Helen Rose, she lived on the family farm with her three sisters and three brothers before moving to Makikihi where they received their primary education...
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Sister Emmanuel Peters
Clare Louisa Peters was born in Auckland on 18 May, 1886. Clare entered the Sisters of Compassion, Island Bay, on 30 November, 1912, and began her Novitiate training on 2 October, 1913, when she was given her Religious name Sister Mary Emmanuel. Sister was professed on 14 October, 1915...
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Sister Christopher Birchall
Theresa Eileen Birchall was born in Wanganui on 16 July, 1918. Her twin brother Robert lived only three weeks. Eileen as she was called, was the twelfth child in the family, and the last surviving aunt of her numerous nieces and nephews of whom she was very fond.