Mary Ward Week 2023

Mary Ward

Source: Bar Convent

"I hope in God it will be seen that women in time to come will do much." - Mary Ward, 1617

Mary Ward (23 Jan 1585 - 30 Jan 1645) was the foundress of the religious order that resides at the Bar Convent in York, now known as the Congregation of Jesus. It was her mission to educate girls, and it is thanks to her that her followers established the first school for girls in England in 1669 and the second in 1686.

The Bar Convent is still home to the Congregation of Jesus. The Grade I listed buildings are open to the public, welcoming those of all faiths and none.

This year, Mary Ward Week, starting on 23 January, is being celebrated with the following events in York:

Family-Friendly Mary Ward Trail

23-30 January (Not including Sunday)

Included in admission to the exhibition at the Bar Convent. Adults: £6, Children: £2

An Introduction to Mary Ward with Dr Hannah Thomas

Tuesday 24 January, 1pm

An introductory talk about the local, national and international importance of Mary Ward at the Bar Convent.

Includes admission to the exhibition. Available to purchase on the day. Adults: £6, Concessions: £4

York Residents Festival with Sister Ann Stafford

Saturday 28 January

Sister Ann will be in the Bar Convent exhibition to chat to visitors about the significance of Mary Ward from 11am-1pm and 2-4pm

Included in admission to the exhibition. 50p with proof of York Residency.

www.visityork.org/residents-festival

The Annual Mary Ward Service

Sunday 29 January, 4pm

Annual ecumenical celebration of the life and legacy of Mary Ward at the Church of St Thomas in Osbaldwick. The service will be conducted by the Rev. Jan Noble, the Vicar of St Thomas'. The service will also be streamed online.

Contact reception@bar-convent.org.uk if you would like to attend either in person or online.

Links:

www.bar-convent.org.uk

www.congregatiojesu.org/mary-ward-week-2023/