Two OLSH stories
These stories were delayed when we had no access uploading posts last week. Better late than never.
Bishop Charles Gauci, Bishop of Darwin wrote:
We celebrate, June 18th, the milestone 95th birthday of Sr Anne Gardiner OLSH (Our Lady of the Sacred Heart).
For many years, Sr Anne has generously dedicated her life to serving God and God's people, particularly among the communities of the Tiwi Islands. Through her faithful witness, loving presence, and commitment to mission, she has touched the lives of countless people and has been a great blessing to our diocesan family.
We thank God for Sr Anne, for the many gifts and blessings He has bestowed upon her throughout her life and ministry. We are deeply grateful for all that she has done and continues to be through her example of faith, generosity, and service.
Sr Anne, thank you for who you are and for all that you have given to God's people. May the Lord continue to bless you abundantly.
God Bless
+Charles
Congratulations to our very own Sr Rita Grunke from Hughenden QLD, whose talent and gift for baking and cake decorating have earned her the Grand Champion Blue Ribbon Prize at the 2026 Hughenden Show! Her beautifully crafted and delicious banana cake impressed the judges and took out the top honour. Sr Rita spent many years in Southern Sudan.