Lumen Christi Catholic College, Pambula Beach, have officially named its music room the ‘Mary Beswick Music Room’ in honour of a local philanthropist. Mary Beswick generously donated $20,000 to purchase musical equipment in the early days of Lumen Christi.

The official naming ceremony was conducted by Acting Principal, Shane Giles with Father Pale in attendance to give the Blessing. Stories of Mary’s life were shared in tribute to Mary and her generosity.

Mary Beswick and her husband, George, were benefactors for the Catholic Church, the Prince of Wales Hospital in Randwick and several other charities and causes.

In 2000, when Mary heard that a new Catholic school was being planned for Pambula Beach, she wanted to help in any way she could. It was Mary’s generous donation that helped begin Lumen Christi’s musical legacy, allowing the school to purchase amps, keyboards and string instruments.

Acting Principal, Shane Giles, said it was an honour to name the music room after a woman whose kindness and charity has benefited so many.

“Lumen Christi is incredibly proud to pay tribute to Mary Beswick and her legacy,” he said.

Mary and George’s legacy lives on through their son Peter and daughters Maria and Judy. The George and Mary Beswick Fund continues to support charities, hospitals, women’s shelters and the homeless.