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We are about to begin a process around the diocese which begins to discuss liturgical posture. We know that as Catholics we pray with our bodies. If we are standing or kneeling, sitting or bowing, smelling, seeing, hearing or touching all of these actions have...
If you're travelling around the diocese this Christmas, or visiting from another diocese, you can find all our local parish Mass information on the diocesan website: pndiocese.org.nz. It is being updated as each parish confirms their Christmas Masses, so if the...
On 13–14 December, we observe the Jubilee of Prisoners — the final Jubilee weekend for the 2025 Year of Jubilee. This Jubilee weekend calls us to acknowlede the humanity, dignity, and worth of all those who are incarcerated. We are reminded of the Gospel’s call to...
Could This Be Your Next Step in Worship and Mission?Do you love music?Do you enjoy helping others pray?Have you ever wondered whether God might be inviting you to grow in worship ministry in a deeper, more intentional way? Or perhaps someone comes to mind a cantor,...
Making space for Christ this Advent Advent arrives every year at a time when life is anything but calm. End-of-year responsibilities, school events, work deadlines, family pressures, and preparations for Christmas all seem to gather at once. It can feel overwhelming,...
See what Jubilees we'll be celebrating to wrap up the 2025 Year of Jubilee!Jubilee of Prisoners 13 – 14 December 2025This weekend, we observe the Jubilee of Prisoners, acknowledging the humanity, dignity, and worth of all those who are incarcerated.Prayers For...
Please note: The reflections and opinions expressed in this piece are those of the author and are shared in the spirit of personal faith and contemplation. They do not necessarily reflect the official views of the Diocese of Palmerston North.December 25 is creeping...
On 4–5 November, the Diocesan Youth Ministers gathered to discuss matters relating to youth in the Palmerston North Diocese.We have a dynamic and enterprising group of ministers who reflected on the importance of staying current with Church teachings and being...
Ringing the church bell signaled the start of the Eucharist on Sunday, 16 November 2025, as the Catholic Parish of Whanganui gathered to celebrate Fr John Roberts’ 80th birthday, thank him for 47 years of ministry, and mark his semi-retirement. Over 250 people filled...
Wings / Ngā Parirau is a programme designed to help people reflect on and grow in their faith. Along the way, participants learn—or have the opportunity to revisit—information about our Catholic faith. The goal of the programme is to help participants develop a deeper...
Emily Sit, Director for Misson and Evangelisation, explores how the Hope and Renewal Summit ignited a movement of faith, leadership, and mission across Aotearoa.Luke 12:49In early October, more than five hundred people from across Aotearoa gathered in Palmerston North...
At the Hope and Renewal Summit held on 3-4 October 2025, in front of over 500 participants, Fr Simon Story from the Catholic Parish of New Plymouth shared a personal account of his journey through challenges in parish ministry and the impact of adopting a...