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Mother Mary Mackillop was the first Australian to be canonized (declared a saint) by the Catholic Church.

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When was Mary MacKillop Catholic Regional College created?

Mary MacKillop Catholic Regional College was created in 1986.


What religion was Mary Mackillop?

She was a Catholic.


What are Mary Mackillop's special achievements?

Mary MacKillop was a significant figure in the development of Catholic education in Australia, founding the Sisters of St Joseph, a religious order devoted to teaching and caring for the poor. She was the first Australian to be recognized as a saint by the Catholic Church in 2010 for her dedication to education and social justice. MacKillop's work laid the foundation for the education system in Australia and her legacy continues to inspire educators and social workers around the world.


What is Mary MacKillop Catholic Regional College's motto?

The motto of Mary MacKillop Catholic Regional College is 'Sapentia Domini Docet Nos'.


What are the differences between Mother Mary and Mary Mackillop?

Mother Mary is a central figure in Christianity as the mother of Jesus Christ, while Mary Mackillop was an Australian nun who founded the Sisters of Saint Joseph of the Sacred Heart. Mother Mary is a figure of veneration in Catholicism, while Mary Mackillop is recognized as a saint in the Catholic Church for her work in education and social welfare in Australia.


Who was the founder of the Sisters of St. Joseph religious order in Australia?

Mary Helen MacKillop RSJ, now formally known as St Mary of the Cross MacKillop, was an Australian nun who has been declared a saint by the Catholic Church.


Was Mary Mackillop baptized a Catholic?

Yes, she was baptized as a Catholic while still an infant.


Why shouldn't Mary Mackillop be canonised?

Roman Catholic AnswerIf there were any reason, it is now moot, Mary Mackillop was canonized yesterday, 17 October 2010.


Why was Mary Mackillop known as Mary Mackillop of the Cross?

Mary Mackillop was known as Mary Mackillop of the Cross because she co-founded the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart, a religious congregation known for its mission to provide education and social services. The symbol of the cross was significant in her work and dedication to serving others, hence the title of "Mary Mackillop of the Cross."


Who is a famous catholic?

St. Mary MacKillop is the first Australian to be canonized as a saint.


Who is a famous Australian Catholic?

St. Mary MacKillop is the first Australian to be canonized as a saint.


Did Mary Mackillop preach?

Mary MacKillop was a saint who devoted her life to God, and yes she preached the good news to the poor and her students that she taught in the many Catholic schools she set up.