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Patricia nun the worse for leap of faith
Patricia nun the worse for leap of faith

She’s not likely to make a habit of it, but 76-year-old Presentation nun Sr Patricia Wall successfully completed her charity skydive at a sun- drenched Galway yesterday.

Sat, 18 May, 2013

 Nun, 76, set for giant leap of faith from the heavens
Nun, 76, set for giant leap of faith from the heavens

If you happen to look skywards and spy a nun speeding towards the ground, don’t be alarmed — it’s only Sister Patricia bringing manna from heaven.

Wed, 27 Feb, 2013

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