Land Transfer Rituals 

Star of the Sea College and Brigidine College

St. Ives

Since last we wrote, we have celebrated two more land transfer rituals where the Trustees have accepted stewardship of Brigidine College St Ives (24 May) and Star of the Sea College (28 May).  The ritual at Brigidine College gathered guests outside the oldest tree in the school and the procession was lead through the school grounds, taking time to reflect and pray at various stations.  The history of the school was highlighted and the significant contribution of many Brigidine Sisters was acknowledged.  The procession ended in the Chapel where the College’s history was captured once again in an aboriginal like painting constructed by year 10 students who had been on retreat earlier that month.

The ritual at Start of the Sea was equally moving as both the Presentation Sisters and Brigidine Sisters gather to acknowledge the significant contribution of the Presentation Sisters to the development of Star of the Sea.  At the warm and welcoming reception, guests were able to reconnect with old friends before gathering in the chapel for the ritual.  The magnificent choir captured the historical moment with an impressive rendition of the college song.   It was special and significant to witness Presentation and Brigidine Sisters together giving witness to this historical moment.