The last week of the Advent term is marked by a number of events, social, charitable and fun. There is an event, now etched on the Turnbull Calendar that is growing in popularity for its silence and beauty- the annual Rorate Mass.
The tradition of Rorate Masses goes back into our Catholic history and is a sunrise Mass of the Blessed Virgin Mary by candlelight. Pupils, staff and family members filled the oratory, some having to stand as we gathered around the altar awaiting the coming of Christ in the Blessed Sacrament and on the last day.
Refreshed in hope by the prayer and chant we shared in breakfast and had opportunity to spend time in conversation.
We thank Fr Monaghan for offering the Mass that day, the servers and singers and Liam, our Head Boy, who read.
