The second semester at the Beda began three weeks ago and we have basked in warm sunshine for most of the time so far. An excellent in-house retreat for the 1st and 2nd year groups was given by the Bishop of Aberdeen, Hugh Gilbert, while 3rd and 4th Years held their pre-ordination retreats in Nemi. Since the retreats, lectures have resumed and 2nd and 3rd years have had a study weekend in Nemi. With Spring and Lent round the corner, we ask the continued prayers of all our supporters and benefactors.