Name: Loretta Heffernan
Organisation: Diocese of Maitland Newcastle
Role Description: Family Ministry Coordinator Myall Deanery
State: NSW
Year first trained in Seasons for Growth: 2010
Programs Trained In: Seasons for Growth Companion in the Children and Young People's Program and the Adult Program
We like to acknowledge and celebrate the amazing work of our Seasons for Growth Companions, within their communities, and this month we would like to introduce you to:
Name: Pat Pietsch
Organisation: St Michael’s College, Primary Campus, Beverley
Role Description: Student Counsellor and Yoga Teacher
State: SA
Year first trained in Seasons for Growth: Pre-2000
Sr Margaret is one of our longest running Seasons for Growth Companions. In total, she has Companioned 64 young people and adult groups over nearly two decades. Unfortunately, her Doctor recently advised that she retire for health reasons. Good Grief thanks Sr Margaret for her dedication and selfless contribution in working towards improving the lives of others. We are sure that her community, in WA, is very grateful too. After so many years running Seasons for Growth, Sr Margaret has a lot of knowledge, experience and wisdom to pass on.
By Nina Watts-Carrier
By Melinda Phillips
Many transitions, large and small, occur at the beginning of the calendar year in Australia. Children start primary school for the first time and young people may start high school, their senior secondary years, or further study. Family relocations due to work or study may take place over the long summer break, and new jobs may also commence. We know that change is an inevitable part of life, however sometimes we don't see the broader impact of life transitions until we are trying to deal with the consequences.