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13 Cards in this Set
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Who founded the Sisters of Mercy religious order/congregation? |
Catherine McAuley |
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When and where was the Sisters of Mercy founded? |
12 December 1831 in Dublin, Ireland. |
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What was the pressing need in society that motivated the founder to establish the Sisters of Mercy? |
Catherine recognized the many needs of people who were economically poor in early 19th century Ireland. This motivated her to make a difference by establishing homes to shelter and educate women and girls as well as continue her critical work among the poorest of Dublin. |
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When did the Sisters of Mercy first arrive in Australia? |
In 1846 Sisters of Mercy made a foundationin Perth, Western Australia. |
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What was the first work the Sisters of Mercy went into on their arrival in Australia? |
Tried to respond to the human need for education. Opened first school/convent in January 25 1946. |
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What apostolate are the Sisters of Mercy involved in today? |
• Education • Health care • Social services and ministries that further social, political, economic and spiritual wellbeing. |
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Who founded the Christian Brothers religious order/congregation? |
Edmund Ignatius Rice |
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When and where was the Christian Brothers founded? |
Waterford, Ireland in 1802 |
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What was the pressing need in society that motivated the founder to establish the Congregation of Christian Brothers? |
Founded for the purpose of educating poor Catholic boys in the area. |
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What full (official) name of the Christian Brothers? |
The Congregation of Christian Brothers Sometimes called the Christian Brothers of Ireland |
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When did the Christian Brothers first arrive in Australia? |
1843 Sydney |
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What was the first work the Christian Brothers went into on their arrival in Australia? |
Established three schools in Abercrombie Street, Macquarie Street and Kent Street the Rocks. |
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What apostolate are the Christian Bothers involved in today? |
Various works amongst aboriginal people, education of the poor, blind, deaf, primary/secondary/university schooling. |
