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Vol 29 : December 1, 1995

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St Mary's
Star of the Sea

After moving from Lowe Street 2 years ago and clebrating Sunday Mass at the Campion College Hall the Catholic community now have a new church. Many came to witness the long awaited opening ceremony, to rejoice in this magnificent house of worship.

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Bob Niemiec carried the Cross from Campion College Hall to St. Mary's Star of the Sea.

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Ruby Baty (left) and Ana Grace.

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The congregation filled the church.

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The Right Rev. Murray Mills, Bishop of Waiapu, blesses the congregation with Holy Water.

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Father Joe Stack, with keys in his left hand, cuts the ribbon to officially open the new church.

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Bishop Denis Browne annointed the altar as part of the blessing of the new church.

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