Farewell to Catherine Herring Announced
In a heartfelt gathering, the Notre Dame community came together on Friday, July 12, to express their gratitude and prayers during the Liturgy of Thanksgiving. The event marked the end of the academic year and served as an opportunity to honour Catherine Herring, the Director of Catholic Life, who was leaving Notre Dame after 16 years of dedicated service.
Catherine Herring has made significant contributions to Notre Dame and her local parish at St Wilfrid's in Ripon. Her impact extended beyond the school, earning her the Diocesan Silver Medal in recognition of her contributions to schools and her local parish.
Bishop Marcus Stock, present at the ceremony, awarded the Diocesan Silver Medal to Herring. Justine Barlow, a fellow educator, presented the medal during the Liturgy of Thanksgiving. The specifics of the Diocesan Silver Medal, however, are not widely known, and further information can be sought from the Catholic Diocese of Leeds.
Herring's departure from Notre Dame is permanent, and she is moving south to be with her family. Her new position is in a Catholic secondary school, but the exact location remains undisclosed.
The Notre Dame community wishes blessings for Herring's new role, and they express their heartfelt gratitude for her years of service. The Liturgy of Thanksgiving was not just a farewell ceremony but a celebration of Herring's significant contributions to education and faith.
As Herring moves on, the Notre Dame community looks forward to her next chapter with warmth and anticipation, wishing her well in her new endeavours.
Catherine Herring's service at Notre Dame, marked by the Liturgy of Thanksgiving, was a celebration of her significant contributions to education and self-development, beyond just the school. As she moves to a new Catholic secondary school, her impact and dedication are expected to continue shaping the lives of students and the community there.
