On Friday 12 June, we honoured the Feast of the Sacred Heart, a special day in the Catholic Church, inviting us to reflect on Christ’s generous love and compassion for all.

At Baradene, we mark this occasion in our own special way as part of the worldwide network of Sacred Heart schools. Each year, on the eve of the Feast, our Year 13 students and alumnae take part in the Lantern Procession — a tradition that dates back to when boarders were part of our school.

In the morning we celebrated Mass for the Feast of the Sacred Heart, led by Monsignor Bernard Kiely. It was most special for 43 students who were fully initiated into the Church—a significant moment for them and their families.  

The Mass is followed by La Fête which is a wonderful celebration filled with stalls, music and game. Proceeds from La Fête will be donated to the Sisters’ charity, SHIFT, which supports communities in Northern Samar, Philippines. The Sisters of the Sacred Heart have been serving this region since 1986, with SHIFT providing vital outreach through child and youth development, self-sustainability programmes, and partnerships with government and non-government organisations. These initiatives make a real difference for individuals and families facing economic and social challenges. 

We concluded the day’s celebrations with the FOSH Concert, a fantastic showcase of talent and creativity.  

Happy Feast Day!