Frayne House Mass & Celebration

Ursula Frayne established the first convert school, Holy Cross, in Western Australia in 1846. Starting with one student, Ursula began a school catering for girls of any religious creed; this was the beginning of Mercy education in Western Australia. As Frayne House members we acknowledge the link between the Sisters of Mercy and follow Ursula Frayne’s beliefs, challenging each person to achieve their personal best in an environment which values the respect and dignity of each person.

On Wednesday 11 June, Frayne House celebrated its Feast Day. The blue pride of Frayne was evident throughout the day and one of the highlights was sharing this day for the first time with the Frayne Junior School students.

The day commenced with a House Mass, led by our new parish priest Father Bono. In the Mass we reflected on the faith and courage with which Ursula Frayne left her home in Ireland to travel to Western Australia and open the first convent school. Father Bono’s homily reflected on Ursula Frayne’s journey as a pioneer educator. He delivered three key words for our students to reflect on and try to put into practice in their every day school life - “Please”, “Thank You” and “Sorry”. Father Bono’s service left Frayne students in high spirits and he also showed the students his diverse knowledge in singers like One Direction within his homily!

The celebrations continued with a few House photos and our House lunch. Both the Junior and Senior School enjoyed some Italian homemade style pizza with an integrated seating arrangement.

Frayne would like to thank all students and parents who raised funds to help the Sisters of Mercy. As a House we raised $118 this will be given to the Sisters of Mercy to help continue their wonderful work.

Mrs Christina Davini
Frayne House Coordinator