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Pope: The Synod Document is a gift to the People of God
Pastoral
The Pope announced he has chosen to not write an Apostolic Exhortation following the Synod
The synod and a hui are nearly the same
Pastoral
Taking part in the Synod on Synodality is much like participating in a hui
Social Justice Week: 8–14 September 2024
Pastoral
Choose forgiveness, know peace | Kōwhiria te murunga hara, kia mōhio ki te rangimārie
Ngā Parirau | Wings – ‘Soaring with faith’
Pastoral
As the next meeting on synodality happens at the global level we need to do our best to ensure that
Catholic Church welcomes final report of NZ Royal Commission
Pastoral
The long-running Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care was made public on 24 July 2024
Honouring 70 years of priestly service
Pastoral
Bishop Owen Dolan celebrated his 70th anniversary of priesthood on 25 July 2024
Care for creation requires true conversion
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The theme for the World Day of Prayer for Creation on 1 Sept 2024 is "Hope and Act with Creation"
New Vinnies Palmerston North Conference President
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Kevin Frost installed as new PN SVdP President; thanks Rose Semmens for 3 years of leadership
Archbishop Gábor Pintér appointed Apostolic Nuncio to NZ
Pastoral
The appointment was announced on 27 July 2024
Statement from bishops and congregational leaders
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A statement on the final report of the Royal Commission was read out at parishes on 21 July
Hawke’s Bay Regional Prison – Chaplaincy Vacancy
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Job opportunity for Prison Chaplaincy
Watch: Video highlights of the Mass of Thanksgiving
Pastoral
Some highlights of the re-opening of The Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Wellington
Wellington Cathedral reopening with a weekend of celebration
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Three days of celebrations mark the reopening of the Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
Bishops send latest NZ Synod consultation document to Rome
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'Towards October 2024' includes Catholic voices from around Aotearoa New Zealand
Te Rōpū Tautoko seeks feedback on Royal Commission
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Cathedral Pentecost Celebrations
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The Cathedral Parish invites everyone to come and join them for their Pentecost Celebrations
Preparations Underway for October Synod Meeting
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Representatives from across NZ gathered to review draft synthesis for next stage of the Synod
Journeying Together – Hīkoi Ngātahi
Pastoral
A recap of the Synod on Synodality steps so far
Gaza crisis: joint statement from Caritas agencies
Pastoral
Caritas Aotearoa, Australia, & Canada have issued a joint statement to their countries governments
World Day of Prayer for Vocations – April 2024
Pastoral
Vocation Sunday is a worldwide day of prayer for vocations to the priesthood and religious life
New co-chief executive for Compassion group
Pastoral
Deacon Rebecca Packer has been appointed as co-Chief Executive for the Sisters of Compassion
Hope for Christian unity in a festival of new life
Pastoral
What does Christianity look like to those who are not Christian?
Suzanne Aubert Rongoā Garden of native plants
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A re-opening ceremony of the Suzanne Aubert Rongoā Garden was held in January
World Day of Prayer for Vocations – April 2024
Pastoral
Former Army Chaplain Fr Brian Fennessy ED, reflects on the meaning of ANZAC Day
The joy of the Resurrection – the grace of Easter believed
Pastoral
Lent has been a time of entering into the spiritual ‘land’ which is God’s domain
Bishops’ statement supporting Caritas Lent Appeal 2024
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The bishops have written a letter asking everyone in our parishes to support the Caritas Lent Appeal
Chrism Mass
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Everyone is invited to attend the Chrism Mass on Tuesday 26 March, 12:05pm
Letter to the People from Archbishop Paul Martin SM
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Archbishop Paul has written a letter to the faithful following media stories about Cardinal John Dew
Community reflections – a year on from Cyclone Gabrielle
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People from the Hawke's Bay reflect on the impact of the devastating cyclone last year
Pursuing the common good
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Bishop Peter Cullinane challenges Christians to promote the common good in our society now
Synod on Synodality - Phase Two
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We are gearing up for the next phase of the Synod on Synodality
Watch: New Zealand experiences on the Synod of Synodality
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3 NZers have shared their experiences of the Holy Father’s Synod on Synodality in Rome last October
Letter from the West Bank
Pastoral
Br Peter Bray's final letter as vice-chancellor of Bethlehem University
Synodal process powerful tool for Religious Life
Pastoral
Last November, Sr Margaret Anne attended meetings for Superior Generals of religious congregations
Bishop Michael Gielen in Rome for international dialogue
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Bishop Michael Gielen says it is a great privilege to be representing New Zealand in Rome
Bishops seek to limit abortion by supporting young families
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NZ Bishops want new Government to promote policies that reduce stresses that can lead to abortion
2024 clergy moves announced
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The following clergy shifts have been announced for 2024
RIP Thomas Cardinal Williams 20 March 1930–22 December 2023
Pastoral
Cardinal Tom Williams, ONZ, Archbishop Emeritus of Wellington has died, aged 93
NZ bishops give copy of ethics booklet to all MPs
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The Catholic bishops have given a copy of their new ethics document to the new Parliament
Dannevirke celebrates 125 years of Catholic faith
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St Joseph’s parish gathered in October to celebrate 125 years
The world must unite in faith to tackle climate change
Pastoral
Climate change is truly the defining challenge of our generation
Caritas NZ launches appeal for Holy Land
Pastoral
Caritas Aotearoa New Zealand welcomes donations to its special fund for the Holy Land
Knights celebrate centenary
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Two men were honoured at the KSCNZ centenary celebrations
Caritas pleads for peace in Gaza
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Caritas Internationalis has joined international appeals for a ceasefire in Gaza
Te Kahu o te Ora flip book resource
Pastoral
Te Ahu o te Ora: A Consistent Ethic of Life is now available online as an easy-to-read flip book
Notice to All Parishes – World day of the Poor
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All parishes are encouraged to mark this day with an examination of the poor in each area
“Out of the depths I cry to you O Lord; hear my voice”
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War is once again destroying people’s lives in the Holy Land
Mission Sisters celebrate 70th Jubilee
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It was with great rejoicing we celebrated the Jubilee of Srs Mary-Ellen O’Sullivan & Valerie Lawson
World Day of the Poor – Sunday 19 November 2023
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Do not turn your face away from anyone who is poor
‘Created goods should flow fairly to all’
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God intended the earth and everything in it for the use of all human beings and peoples