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Clergy Shifts for 2025
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Bishop John has announced the clergy appointments for 2025
Calls for urgent support for Christians of Aleppo and Syria
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ACN has made an urgent appeal for prayer and financial support for all residents of Aleppo, Syria
Archbishop Pintér arrives as Pope’s new ambassador
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Pope Francis’ new ambassador to New Zealand and the Pacific has formally presented his credentials
‘He Loved Us’: Pope Francis’ new encyclical on Sacred Heart
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Pope Francis has published a new encyclical focusing on the Sacred Heart of Jesus, in the context of
World Day of the Poor: A Call to Prayer and Action
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Caritas Aotearoa New Zealand invites communities around the country to come together in prayer
Pope: The Synod Document is a gift to the People of God
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The Pope announced he has chosen to not write an Apostolic Exhortation following the Synod
The synod and a hui are nearly the same
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Taking part in the Synod on Synodality is much like participating in a hui
Photographic exhibition of Whanganui churches
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‘Our places of Worship’ was the title for Whanganui Camera Club’s annual members’ exhibitition
High tea for Passionist Family Group
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40 women of all ages, from PG groups across Palmerston North parishes came together for high tea
Irish band at Whanganui parish
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Whanganui parishioners were treated to 90 minutes of Irish singing in St Mary’s Church Hall
A wider discussion
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Bishop Peter shares a letter to Pope Francis about greater diversity within ordained ministries
Church leaders renew apology in Royal Commission response
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New Zealand’s Catholic bishops and leaders of religious congregations have renewed a ‘sincere and
‘Oak Jubilee’ for centenarian sister
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Sr Helena Fouhy celebrated her 100th birthday and 80th anniversary of her profession in September
How do you go to confession when you haven’t been for years?
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A recent enquirer said she felt uncomfortable confessing to her parish priest, who she knew well
Social Justice Week: 8–14 September 2024
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Choose forgiveness, know peace | Kōwhiria te murunga hara, kia mōhio ki te rangimārie
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Growing and sharing the love of Jesus Christ for all
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On 27 Sept, members in 153 countries worldwide celebrate the feast of St Vincent de Paul
How does the Declaration on Human Dignity apply in Aotearoa?
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The New Zealand Catholic bishops have approved ‘Infinite Dignity = Infinite Love’ as the theme for
Why do I still believe?
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‘I no longer believe!’ The words were shouted. And the voice was angry
Catholics honouring Mary
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There is so much misinformation about how Catholics view Mary: do we worship her, or not?
Ngā Parirau | Wings – ‘Soaring with faith’
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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
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The long-running Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care was made public on 24 July 2024
Honouring 70 years of priestly service
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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
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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
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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
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A recap of the Synod on Synodality steps so far
Gaza crisis: joint statement from Caritas agencies
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Caritas Aotearoa, Australia, & Canada have issued a joint statement to their countries governments
World Day of Prayer for Vocations – April 2024
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Vocation Sunday is a worldwide day of prayer for vocations to the priesthood and religious life
New co-chief executive for Compassion group
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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
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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
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Former Army Chaplain Fr Brian Fennessy ED, reflects on the meaning of ANZAC Day
The joy of the Resurrection – the grace of Easter believed
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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
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Br Peter Bray's final letter as vice-chancellor of Bethlehem University