This past August 20th and 21st the parishioners of East Angus held special celebrations honoring the last two Holy Names Sisters who have served the people in the area and in the Diocese of Sherbrooke for many years.
During the two Eucharistic celebrations there were many testimonials given in tribute to Sister Lorraine Bouffard and Sister Rachel Bédard who had been an integral part of the parish, indeed, “part of the family”. Their loving and compassionate presence greatly touched those with whom they worked.
Saturday, August 20th, approximately 70 people attended the Eucharistic celebration presided by Fr. Gérard Bégin, pastor of Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde Parish. In gratitude to the Sisters, the sacristan, Mr. Demers hung a beautiful banner behind the altar and the parishioners presented a monetary gift to the Sisters.
Sunday the 21st, more than 200 people attended the Eucharistic celebration which was presided by Bishop Roger Roy. Each Sister received a bouquet of roses.
A reception was held after each Mass and many people stayed to chat with the Sisters.
Refer to Sister Beverley’s text in the PDF file at the end of this article.