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The theme of the week was joy, and we were reminded that, insight. As I want to study and practise medicine, the trip
even in repentance, we can be joyful. There was a great sense provided me with valuable first-hand experience of the process
of community within our group, whether we were praying at of healthcare. The Torchlight Procession is my best memory of
the Grotto, meeting for Mass, eating, socialising or relaxing at the trip; although I am not a Christian, people’s devout prayers
Hosanna House. make me feel humble and emotional.” (Helena Yu, Year 12)
A STUDENT’S PERSPECTIVE: Nick Walsh
Head of Religious Studies
“The Lourdes trip with HCPT is all about helping others, as well as Ratcliffe College
gaining a personal, spiritual experience of the healing powers of
Lourdes. Through pushing wheelchairs, assisting at mealtimes, Next year’s Pilgrimage will take place on the 22nd – 29th July.
and chatting with the group members, I gained a valuable If you would like to attend, please contact the Association Office.
The Ratcliffian group leading the famous Torchlight Procession
THE RATCLIFFIAN ASSOCIATION 150TH ANNIVERSARY
PAST PRESIDENTS’ DINNER FRIDAY 16TH OCTOBER 2015
The Ratcliffian Association Past Presidents’ Dinner 2015 Gareth & Katharine Lloyd performing
The 150th Anniversary celebrations continued in October at the Meredith proposed a toast to Ratcliffe, the Association and its
Past Presidents’ Dinner, held in the College at the start of the former Presidents. Many thanks to all for a memorable event.
half-term break. A highlight of the evening was the presentation
of a parting gift to our Secretary, Jackie Bennett, in celebration Those in attendance were: Michael Meredith (89), Gareth Lloyd,
of her outstanding contribution to the Association and inspired Katharine Lloyd, Jackie Bennett, Alex Slack (née Gamble) (03),
work on our behalf. The presentation was made by Paul Rudd Sam Bird (98), Br Nigel Cave (72), and Past Presidents Michael
(60), and Jackie was later serenaded by Gareth and Katharine Coker (52), Patrick Jolliffe (53), Anthony Jewell (54), Sir
Lloyd, who sang an impromptu operatic duet from Don Giovanni, Anthony Holland (56), Michael Heath (56), Dick Cunningham
to great acclaim from all present. Following Mass, celebrated by (59), Philip Jones (59), Paul Carter (60), Fr Simon Giles (60),
Fr Simon Giles (60) in the Chapel, and a champagne reception, Paul Rudd (60), Richard Gamble (64), David Jolliffe (64), Peter
our distinguished guests and fifteen Past Presidents dined in the Astill (71), Cathy Ross (née Dodson) (79) and Abe Mee (92).
Old Library with current President, Michael Meredith (89) and
Vice President, Sam Bird (98). A superb meal had been prepared Michael Heath (56)
by the College catering team to mark this special year. Michael
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