Bishop Fintan received a very warm welcome when he arrived at Scoil Bernadette on a recent Pastoral Visit
The school, located on the Cope Foundation campus in Montenotte, Cork, provides a supportive learning environment for students aged 12 to 18, and the visit was a special occasion for the entire school community. On his arrival, Bishop Fintan was welcomed by the school’s principal, Mr. Don Golden, along with members of the student council, staff, and parents.
Bishop Fintan was invited to share in a Prayer Liturgy where the students shone. The liturgy was accompanied by instrumental music with song and sign language, guided by music teacher Marita Murray. Following Bishop Fintan’s final blessing for the whole school community joined together in singing ‘This Little Light of Mine’.
Students then engaged with Bishop Fintan in a Q&A session in which they asked him about his role and his daily life. When asked by a student, Bishop Fintan was quick to say that like everyone else he will have to wait and see what Santa will bring this Christmas.
Students greeted Bishop Fintan as he makes a pastoral visit to Scoil Bernadette
Bishop Fintan joined with staff for refreshments in the staff room where some culinary delights from the Home Economics room were on offer. Mr Golden then guided Bishop Fintan on a tour of the school where he met with students as they engaged in a range of learning activities.
A presentation was made to Bishop Fintan of decorations for his Christmas tree which had been made by students and some fresh produce from the school garden. As the visit came to a close, he was reminded by a student of the importance of granting a homework pass to all, which he duly did. Bishop Fintan expressed his thanks and commended staff and students alike on their wonderful school.
Bishop Fintan's Pastoral Visit to Scoil Bernadette, Montenotte
Bishop Fintan met with staff at Scoil Bernadette
