Learn about the life of Australia’s first saint through stories and anecdotes. Each session in this new for 2025 “twilight” series can be attended on its own.
Mary Ryan rsj, inaugural Director of the Mary MacKillop Museum, explores how the influence of Mary’s parents and her nomadic childhood shaped the woman who became Australia’s first saint.
Was it a blissful childhood? You be the judge!
Registration strictly by 12pm Friday July 9. Enquiries: 8130 5921 or email .
About the Facilitator
Mary Ryan rsj was the Inaugural Director of Mary MacKillop Precinct. A Sister of Saint Joseph for 55 years, she has ministered in the areas of primary and secondary education, parish development, adult and young adult spirituality, university chaplaincy – and also in a number of leadership roles in both Victoria and NSW. Since her arrival in South Australia in 2013, Mary has co-ordinated the establishment of Mary MacKillop Precinct, the redevelopment of Mary MacKillop Museum and the creation of the Kensington-Norwood Mary MacKillop Walk. She is currently the Assistant Director Spirituality Ministry. Mary is inspired daily by her hero, Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillop.