2024 St Bonaventure Lecture
15th July, Brisbane
Padua College, Kedron hosted the 8th Annual Bonaventure Lecture on Monday 15th July. Dr Matthew Beckmann OFM Friar, Historian, Theologian and Lecturer at the University of Divinity, Melbourne was the presenter. Br Matthew presented on St Bonaventure’s writings on the life of St Francis, particularly on the Stigmata of St Francis of Assisi. Mercy Partners Formation enjoyed the presentation immensely. The hospitality shared afterwards allowed us to continue the conversation and connect with our Steward Representative, Catherine White mfic, All Hallows School, Dean of Mission, Clare Easton and staff, as well as the Franciscan Friars and Franciscan School Australia, Animator Mission and Identity, Alison Stone.
McAuley Catholic College
5th July, Grafton
Director of Formation, Caroline Thompson presented a Staff Formation Day at McAuley Catholic College, Grafton. The topic was entitled: Catherine McAuley – Building a Culture of Peace. The day included reflection, prayer, conversation and activities for mindfulness such as creating origami peace doves and decorating teacups. It was a beautiful sunny winter’s day and a lovely opportunity to catch up with the staff from McAuley Catholic College.
