Sunday, December 4, 2011

Second Sunday of Advent B - Sr. Nuala Kenny Speaks on "End-of-Life" Issues

Photo by JP Sonnen

Almighty and merciful God, may no earthly undertaking hinder those who set out in haste to meet your Son, but may our learning of heavenly wisdom gain us admittance to his company. Who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.

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DYING WELL





On Tuesday evening, I joined close to eighty persons who came to St. Paul's University to hear Sister Nuala Kenny, Sister of Charity, doctor and ethicist from Halifax -- and a long-time friend of mine -- speak on making ethically appropriate difficult choices in facing one's own death or helping loved ones or those for whom one has the responsibility of care make choices.

Though she was suffering from a serious cough, Sister gave a marvellous and engaging presentations.  Here are a few more photos from the evening:











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