"The boundless sea must remind you of Eternity.
- Letter of Mother M. Gonzaga 30/10/1885, Portland.
"If God bless it, and for His Mothers sake He will, I hope this may develop into somethin important for religion, and afford opportunities of doing good to many.
- Mother Gonzaga to Archbishop Carr 20/12/1887, Melbourne.
Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Mother Gonzaga Barry has shown and proven that she was indeed a true dignified and valued member of the IBVM. She has contributed to many schools and the education of women, following in the footsteps of Mary Ward. Mary has also contributed to the building of the Kingdom of God, and helping others realise what it means to be a disciple of Jesus, and that they are actually part of the Kingdom of God.