Prayer

Today is the feast day of St Mary of the Cross Mackillop. Mary Mackillop is Australia’s first and only saint.  Mary's life was completely dedicated to others, in particular the most disadvantaged in society. Mary became the first Sister of St Joseph and was a teacher, initially in Penola in South Australia, where she taught and cared for poor children living in the bush. Mary made many sacrifices in order to help others and her legacy is one of love for all, especially the most marginalised. Mary is an inspiration and helps us to strengthen our faith and trust in a caring God. We are challenged to be more like Mary Mackillop.

Prayer

God of all of us,

Thank you for giving us, St Mary MacKillop.

Help us to be the best that we can be, 

so that we can share Jesus’ love to everyone we meet.

Through St Mary MacKillop’s example, 

may we love God more, through our kindness and actions. 

We ask You this in Jesus’ name.

AMEN