St Patrick's College 125 years
The Jubilee was a huge success.
All three of the official Jubilee functions, the Blues Brothers Bash on Friday night, Grand Jubilee Dinner on Saturday and Mass on Sunday were at capacity.
Importantly, people really enjoyed themselves and lots of stories were told
The jubilee book was also a big winner on the weekend and over 700 copies were sold. "Sectare Fidem" gives particular emphasis to the last 25 years in the College's life, and its coffee table format makes it visually appealing and easy to read.
What happened
Old-boys of St Patrick's College Wellington connected again with one another. The three official functions, Friday drinks, dinner on Saturday and Sunday Mass were at capacity.
Relocated at Kilbirnie in 1979, for most old boys at the jubilee had no memories or experiences at this site. Rector of the College, Fr Paul Martin identified the real sense of achievement was that lots of people came to the jubilee and went through the College. "The sense of continuity albeit at a different location seems to have been a very positive experience," Fr Martin said.
Without doubt the feel-good factor was there.
The Jubilee Speeches
Throughout the three days, four speeches were made.
- Fr Brian Cummings SM, old-boy and Provincial of the Society of Mary
- Mr Alex Fala, recent old-boy
- Fr John Hannan SM, Superior General of the Society of Mary
- Fr Craig Larkin SM, old-boy.
What now?
Sectare Fidem, the Jubilee book, celebrating 125 years of the history of the College, has been extremely popular. A limited number of copies are still available from the College .
Looking forward, you're invited to join the St Patrick's College Foundation, and ensure a strong future for the College.
View Jubilee photos and others at the College website. (iOS friendly.)
Simon Woolf has Jubilee photos. Need to scroll through the various photo galleries by clicking the arrow towards the right. (Website navigation by Woolf. Adobe Flash required.)