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Unusual kindness
Pastoral
Cardinal John Dew's latest pastoral letter
Priests attending the sick
Pastoral
Communion to the sick is not able to happen at this time
Fixing our gaze on Christ
Pastoral
Lenten reflections from Cardinal John Dew
Resources for difficult time
Pastoral
Some aids to reflection and prayer in this time of pandemic
Christian Mission - Fr Jamie Calder
Pastoral
How can we truly be on mission and be fully ourselves?
Funerals, sacraments and parish activities during COVID-19
Pastoral
In his letter to parishioners Cardinal John Dew set some restrictions to parish activities
Landmark meeting leaves lasting legacy
Pastoral
The Document on Human Fraternity is a milestone between all faiths
Bishops warn proposed abortion law removes unborn rights
Pastoral
The NZ Catholic Bishops have made a statement on the proposed abortion law
Pōwhiri for Dr Areti Metuamate
Pastoral
Dr Areti Metuamate, Director of Te Kupenga, was welcomed on Feb 10
Warm welcome for priests in Hastings
Pastoral
Welcome to Fr Marcus Francis and Fr Anthony Htun
Dannevirke Vincentians recognised
Pastoral
Members of St Joseph’s Conference were recognised for their years of service
Still lighting fires at 90
Pastoral
Sister Josepha O’Connor has been teaching literacy at Whanganui men’s prison for 6 years
Remembering the Women in Lent
Pastoral
Sr Elizabeth Julian reflects on the important women in scripture
Cardinal Tom Williams – 60 Year Jubilee
Pastoral
Read his homily at his 60th Jubilee celebration
Why study theology? Part 4
Pastoral
Prof. Thomas O’Loughlin continues his theology series
Coronavirus: how will it affect our parishes?
Pastoral
Parishes have been advised to take specific health precautions
Shaping the Mission: Takirua 2020
Pastoral
The national conference for those involved in youth, marriage and other Catholic pastoral ministries
Shaping the Mission: Takirua 2020
Young Catholics
The national conference for those involved in youth, marriage and other Catholic pastoral ministries
Christian Meditation Community Day
Pastoral
Vincent Maire will present on meditation, presence and care of the dying
Caritas supports Samoa during measles outbreak
Pastoral
Caritas Aotearoa New Zealand has been working in response to the measles epidemic in Samoa
Church Responds to Australian Bushfires
Pastoral
The Australian Bishops’ Conference asked for prayers for those affected by the fires in Australia
Faith Communities Come Together
Pastoral
Palmerston North’s Interfaith Group held their annual ‘Faith Family Feast’ event in November
He Hīkoi Whakapono: A Journey of Faith
Pastoral
A brief look at the pastoral area of Inglewood and Waitara
Hamilton priest is new Auckland Auxiliary Bishop
Pastoral
Fr Michael Gielen has been appointed Auxiliary Bishop for Auckland
The Lent Appeal 2020
Pastoral
This year's theme is Renewed by the Spirit
Christian Mission: Supporting a Deeper Humanity
Pastoral
A presentation on Christian Mission from Fr Jamie Calder SJ
Ignatian Spirituality for Women
Pastoral
An 8 day silent retreat for women
Whangamomona Centennial and Final Thanksgiving Mass
Pastoral
On Saturday 9th November Sacred Heart Church Whangamomona celebrated 100 years
2020 Clergy Appointments
Pastoral
Cardinal John Dew has made the following clergy appointments for 2020
Christmas Reconciliation times
Pastoral
Find out when your parish is offering reconciliation before Christmas
Catholic women recognised for service
Pastoral
Seven Whanganui women have been acknowledged for their years of service to the SVDP Society
Rongotea Rosary Commemoration
Pastoral
Bishop Owen Dolan led the congregation in a decade of the Rosary on Nov 3
Protestors say ‘No’ to Euthanasia Bill
Pastoral
Several hundred protesters gathered outside Parliament on the day of the 3rd reading
End of Life Choice Bill passes final reading
Pastoral
The Bill passed its 3rd reading in Parliament on Wednesday 13 November
The Season of Advent – Te Wā o te Aweneti
Pastoral
We prepare for the celebration of Christ’s birth during Advent
One Body in Christ
Pastoral
Cardinal John Dew visited the Diocese of Palmerston North on November 5
New Zealand Catholic Bishops Meet Pope
Pastoral
The NZ Catholic bishops met Pope Francis on Monday 28 October
Interfaith Resource
Pastoral
An outline from the recent interfaith celebration
Venerable Suzanne Aubert: A missionary who made NZ her home
Pastoral
Suzanne Aubert Celebration Day, Sunday 6 October
A King Crowned In Pain Nailed To His Throne
Pastoral
On the last Sunday of each liturgical year, the Church celebrates the Feast of Christ the King
We go forward together seeking unity
Pastoral
Mons Walsh conveyed his thanks for all the support received following Bishop Charles' resignation
Benedict XV: Pope of Peace
Pastoral
This year's special Missionary Month marked the 100th anniversary of 'Maximum Illud'
He Hīkoi Whakapono: A Journey of Faith
Pastoral
This month we journey to the eastern-central region of Taranaki
Reaching out to hearts and minds creatively
Pastoral
Pope Francis has asked us to reach out with open arms to migrants and refugees around the world
Palmerston North Diocese Jubilee Mass
Pastoral
The Diocese celebrated its annual Jubilee Mass on 2 October
Seeds of Hope
Pastoral
Caritas launched its 2019 State of the Environment for Oceania Report on 4 October
Prayers for peace held at places of worship
Pastoral
Places of worship opened their doors for people to pray for world peace
Deacon Ordination
Pastoral
Trung Nguyen was ordained as a deacon on 21 September
NZ bishops discuss Suzanne Aubert in Rome
Pastoral
During October, the New Zealand bishops met in Rome for their Ad Limina visit
The Future’s Name is Hope
Pastoral
Cardinal John Dew has been appointed Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of Palmerston North
Church bell rings again
Pastoral
The Catholic Parish of Whanganui has a new bell and tower