The Father Gerry Remie Centre
– Our Library

 

Our library is a relaxing space for collaborative learning or individual study or reading. It features comfortable and quiet spaces, with second-story views of the college and the surrounding landscape through the floor-to-ceiling windows which make up most of the outer walls. There are abundant resources available to assist with your studies or to enjoy at your own leisure. Our Library Manager Mrs Shirley Donnelly is available to assist you with all library-related matters.

Our library would very much appreciate donations, both financial and by way of books and resources. Please contact us if you would like to support our library. Volunteers are also welcome.

Recognition of the late Father Gerry Remie’s work

Fr Gerry Remie was instrumental in the development of the Catholic faith in Palmerston and the surrounding rural areas. His love and support for children were legendary. Fr Gerry was a committed educator of the Catholic faith for the children of Palmerston and Humpty Doo. He tirelessly sacrificed himself building these foundations with the vision of a Catholic Secondary College in mind and heart.

Fr Gerry’s outstanding achievements:

• Founding Parish Priest Humpty Doo Parish;
• Founding Parish Priest of Palmerston Parish;
• Raised funds to build Our Lady Help of Christian’s parish presbytery and church;
• Established Sacred Heart Primary School building fund and built Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School;
• Raised funds to build the St Vincent de Paul Centre in Palmerston;
• Gained the respect of many throughout the Palmerston Community;
• Taught Religious Education in schools around Palmerston – welcomed and respected at government schools; and,
• Many government ministers sought Fr Gerry’s counsel regarding the Euthanasia bill in late 1990s

Click here to read more about Father Gerry Remie