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Roadmaps for Transformation

Roadmaps for Transformation

In November 2020, a small team delivered the 'Diocese of Palmerston North 2020 Update' in various locations around the Diocese. As part of this 'Update', I delivered a short presentation called 'Roadmaps for Transformation'. This article is a summary of that...

Making Traditions  |  Celebrating the Season of Advent

Making Traditions | Celebrating the Season of Advent

I really love traditions, seasons and celebrations. Advent is no exception and as a season it gets me extra excited because of the anticipation of Christmas, the summer holidays and the end of the year. One of the reasons I love establishing and celebrating various...

The Meaning and Importance of the Nativity Scene

The Meaning and Importance of the Nativity Scene

APOSTOLIC LETTER ADMIRABILE SIGNUM OF THE HOLY FATHERFRANCISON THE MEANING AND IMPORTANCEOF THE NATIVITY SCENE Abridged Version 1. The enchanting image of the Christmas crèche, so dear to the Christian people, never ceases to arouse amazement and wonder. The depiction...

Christ the King | Prayer for Sunday, 22nd November

Christ the King | Prayer for Sunday, 22nd November

UNITED IN PRAYER A PRAYER RESOURCE FOR FAMILIES, INDIVIDUALS AND HOUSEHOLDS.Feast of Christ the King Learn more about Ordinary Time > Pause Take a moment to still yourself. Take a deep breath and ask God for a renewed sense of presence with you in this moment....

World Day of the Poor | Prayer for Sunday, 15th November

World Day of the Poor | Prayer for Sunday, 15th November

UNITED IN PRAYER A PRAYER RESOURCE FOR FAMILIES, INDIVIDUALS AND HOUSEHOLDS.33rd Sunday in Ordinary TimeLearn more about Ordinary Time > Pause Take a moment to still yourself. Take a deep breath and ask God for a renewed sense of presence with you in this moment....

How To Be Diocese with Bishop Peter Cullinane

How To Be Diocese with Bishop Peter Cullinane

In this first clip from an interview with Bishop Peter Cullinane, he reflects on the early days of the diocese and how they worked to build an understanding of 'what a diocese is'. Want more? Check out the feature article on the history and formation of our diocese.

This is your Diocese:  Celebrating 40 years

This is your Diocese: Celebrating 40 years

What is a Diocese? The meaning of "diocese" is to be found in the meaning of "Church." The meaning of Church is to be found in the mission of the Son and the mission of the Holy Spirit, who were sent to make known the Father's love for his creation. That's where it...

Te Rau Aroha: A song we can call our own

Te Rau Aroha: A song we can call our own

When Korty Wilson started working for the Diocese in 2018, she quickly realised that we needed a song we can "call our own". So she wrote one! Check out the video for more of how it came about and to hear her sing 'Te Rau Aroha'.

All Saints Day | Prayer for Sunday, 1st November

All Saints Day | Prayer for Sunday, 1st November

UNITED IN PRAYER A PRAYER RESOURCE FOR FAMILIES, INDIVIDUALS AND HOUSEHOLDS.All Saints - Solemnity Learn more about Ordinary Time > Pause Take a moment to still yourself. Take a deep breath and ask God for a renewed sense of presence with you in this moment....

Session Three: October 19th 2020

Session Three: October 19th 2020

Part 2: Structure "forming and communicating a vision takes time, and with the pressing concerns facing our parishes and dioceses, leaders may resist investing that time; they just want to get going, even if they have not yet established a clear direction. However, it...

World Mission Sunday 2020 | Prayer for Sunday, 18th October

World Mission Sunday 2020 | Prayer for Sunday, 18th October

UNITED IN PRAYER A PRAYER RESOURCE FOR FAMILIES, INDIVIDUALS AND HOUSEHOLDS.29th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year ALearn more about Ordinary Time > Pause Take a moment to still yourself. Take a deep breath and ask God for a renewed sense of presence with you in this...

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