Soul Friends and remembering Christchurch

On Friday the 22nd of March our school had a very special morning mass with our community. It was special for two reasons. We had gathered with our community to thank God for his blessings and to offer up our Soul Friends for his guidance. 

We also took the time to remember the Muslim Community in Christchurch and around the world. Especially the families who lost a loved one and those who are fighting for their lives in the hospital. We pray for peace and justice in our world.

Savior speaking at mass 

Soul Friends is a tradition that was brought to us, St. Pius X Catholic School by the Holy Faith Sisters when they first arrived here in the 1950s. It is an Irish Catholic practice. People choose someone wise or someone who is a good role model of faith, to be their soul friend. This friendship is about supporting and sharing their faith journey.

Making our promises to our soul friends.

Sharing morning tea with our soul friends.