In May, the diocesan Education Service was able to celebrate with Marie Ryan as she was admitted as Dame to The Papal Order of St Gregory. The Order of St Gregory is bestowed in recognition of conspicuous lay service to the Church on the recommendation of a diocesan bishop with the support of the papal nuncio.
Marie was Director of Education for the Diocese from 2014 to 2022. A representative from the Education Service said: "We are delighted that Marie's important work has been recognised in this way."
Many Congratulations!