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Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2021
Pastoral
We are united in our desire for unity, although we know this is a long road
Renewal of New Zealand’s dedication to Our Lady
Pastoral
Bishops will gather in Wellington to renew 1838 dedication of NZ to Our Lady
National Vocations Awareness Week: 25 April–1 May 2021
Pastoral
"The harvest is plentiful, but the labourers are few"
Diocese pays tribute to Mons Brian Walsh
Pastoral
Monsignor Brian Walsh retires as Local Administrator
He Hīkoi Whakapono: A Journey of Faith
Pastoral
Ko Tahi Ano – Together as One, is made up of five communities in the Palmerston North region
Lent – time to ‘unmask illusions’
Pastoral
Lent is a time to reconsider the path one is taking in life and to finally answer God’s invitation
Silent, faithful, compassionate presence – Saint Joseph
Pastoral
Fr James Lyons explores the significance of this Saint for our time
Sleeping St Joseph
Pastoral
St Joseph is the Pope's favourite saint
Pope Francis appoints more women to Vatican posts
Pastoral
‘A door has been opened. We will see what other steps could be taken in the future’
Women as lectors and acolytes
Pastoral
Pope Francis’ little document 'Spiritus Domini' is a most welcome development
Welcome to Wellington's new Archbishop
Pastoral
Former Christchurch Bishop, Paul Martin SM, became Coadjutor Archbishop of Wellington on Jan 2 2021
A New Way Forward – He Ara Whakamua, He Ara Hou
Pastoral
The theme for this years' Caritas Lenten Appeal is taken from the Pope encyclical Laudato Si'
Remembering the past: Waitangi Day and CST
Pastoral
How Waitangi Day helps us reflect on Catholic Social Teaching
Te Wā o te Reneti – The Season of Lent
Pastoral
The 40 days of Lent enable us to step into a time of ‘being without’ so we can ‘look within'
Pope proclaims Year of St Joseph
Pastoral
Pope Francis has declared a Year of St Joseph in honour of the 150th anniversary of the saint’s...
St Patrick’s Waipawa 150th Jubilee
Pastoral
St Patrick’s Church in Central Hawke’s Bay will be the centre of celebrations over Anzac weekend
Paul Martin appointed Coadjutor Archbishop of Wellington
Pastoral
Christchurch Bishop Paul Martin has been appointed Coadjutor Archbishop of Wellington
Born immaculate, Mary is the highest honour of our race
Pastoral
Dec 8 is the Feast of the Immaculate Conception
On mission and salvation
Pastoral
Archbishop Novatus Rugambwa, Apostolic Nuncio to New Zealand, discusses these important topics
Bishops meet in Palmerston North
Pastoral
The New Zealand Catholic Bishops Conference met in Palmerston North in October
Roadmaps for Transformation
Pastoral
A presentation from Diocesan staff on our current situation
Oceania faces multiple crises – Caritas Report
Pastoral
Many countries are living in an emergency situation and facing multiple crises, report states
Jubilees celebrated in Palmerston North Diocese
Pastoral
Eight priests and three bishops celebrated their jubilees on 8 October
Kauwhata church turns 125
Pastoral
The people of Ngāti Kauwhata gathered on Oct 20 to celebrate this milestone
Diocesan Update sessions
Pastoral
All parishioners, volunteers, and leaders are invited to one of four sessions
Fratelli Tutti – new encyclical
Pastoral
Pope Francis signed his new encyclical Fratelli Tutti on the tomb of St Francis of Assisi on Oct 4
Bishops’ Election Statement: Time to re-evaluate priorities
Pastoral
The Catholic Bishops challenge NZers to ask what kind of society we want Aotearoa New Zealand to be
He Hīkoi Whakapono: A Journey of Faith
Pastoral
Our journey of faith this month visits the rural parish of Pungarehu and Opunake
Artist wanted for commissioned work on Mary
Pastoral
NZ Bishops are seeking an artist to commemorating Bishop Pompallier’s 1838 dedication of NZ to Mary
Suzanne Aubert Celebration Day
Pastoral
On Sun Oct 4 we celebrate the spirituality and good works of Venerable Suzanne Aubert
Loud Fence movement gets approval from Cardinal
Pastoral
Cardinal John Dew has written a letter in support of the Loud Fence movement
World Day of Migrants and Refugees
Pastoral
The last Sunday of September of every year is World Day of Migrants and Refugees
Vinnies see sharp rise in requests for help
Pastoral
Covid-19 has resulted in requests for support from the St Vincent de Paul Society
Dioceses celebrate Chrism Mass together
Pastoral
The Chrism Mass for both Dioceses was celebrated on 1 August
Caritas helping after explosion in Lebanon
Pastoral
Caritas NZ is providing urgently needed funding for Lebanon after the August 4 blast
Encounter with Cynthia
Pastoral
Paul Bailey describes how a visit to a rest home became a memory to treasure
Hear the Cry of the Earth: Pre-Election Forum
Pastoral
An online election forum hosted by the Catholic Archdiocese of Wellington
COVID-19 – Prayers in Time of Separation
Pastoral
Prayers by Fr James Lyons during a time when many people are unable to meet with those they love
The Assumption: 15 August
Pastoral
The Patron Saint of NZ has her feast day on Aug 15
Social Justice Week 2020
Pastoral
The year Social Justice Week runs from 6 - 12 September
New Zealand Bishops 2020 general election statement
Pastoral
The NZ Bishops have issued a statement in preparation for the general election in September
Study for a crucifixion
Pastoral
A large-scale religious painting has been gifted to the Mission Estate Winery in Hawke’s Bay
Newly ordained priest for Palmerston North Diocese
Pastoral
Trung Nguyen was ordained as a priest on 6 June 2020
Cathedral of the Holy Spirit
Pastoral
The Cathedral, designed by architect Frederick de Jersey Clere, was opened in 1925
Solidarity: Lockdowns and Black Lives Matter
Pastoral
How did you experience the COVID19 lockdowns? Was it positive, difficult, what happened to you?
Special Bible for New Zealand Police
Pastoral
At Bible Society, we appreciate the good work the New Zealand Police have done and continue to do
Ngā Whaea Atawhai: Sisters of Mercy, sisters of prayer
Pastoral
Dr Areti Metuamate and his wife spent time living with the Sisters of Mercy in Wellington
Masses resume & parishes open
Pastoral
A Pastoral Letter from our bishops on returning to Mass and 'Leaving the Closed Room'
Alert Level 2 and parishes
Pastoral
Some parish activities to resume, but mass still unavailable
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (25-31 May)
Pastoral
Celebrated between Ascension and Pentecost Sundays each year