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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...
The Hope and Renewal Summit brought together over 500 Catholics from across Aotearoa, igniting hearts with the Holy Spirit’s call to love, connection, and transformation. In this collection of post-Summit reflections, Victoria Arrowsmith shares a personal journey from...
On Sunday 16 November 2025, the Church will mark the ninth World Day of the Poor, with the theme “You are my hope” (Psalm 71:5). This theme reminds us that in the midst of hardship, our hope is rooted in God’s steadfast love. In his official message for the day, Pope...
Bishop John Adams introduces several topics he'd like to address in the coming weeks and months, that focus on fostering a greater sense of worship in the Palmerston North Diocese: liturgical posture greater use of te reo Māori during Mass liturgical music hosting a...
The Catholic Parish of Hastings came together in faith and community to celebrate World Mission Sunday, with our goal: “Mission Possible, with God – to spread love and share hope.” Over 600 parishioners attended the outdoor Mass on the St Joseph’s Primary School field...
See what Jubilees we'll be celebrating in November!Jubilee of the Poor 15 - 16 November 2025This weekend, we celebrate the Jubilee of Migrants, recognising the dignity, strength, and resilience of those who live with material poverty.Prayer to St Vincent de PaulNoble...
Since May 2025, we have been featuring a series of reports from Dr Robyn Andrews, a Research Fellow at Massey University and parishioner at St Mary’s in Palmerston North. Below we have collated all five of her reports for easy access. Many thanks to Dr Andrews for...
Still buzzing from the Hope and Renewal Summit? Relive some of the memories with this afterglow video from Divine Renovation!While he was at the Summit, Fr James Mallon sat down with Joanna Kearney from the Catholic Kiwi Podcast to talk about his journey of faith and...
See what Jubilees we'll be celebrating in October!Jubilee of Migrants 4 - 5 October 2025This weekend, we celebrate the Jubilee of Migrants, giving thanks for the resilience, courage, and hope of all those who have left their homelands in search of a better life.Prayer...
The Hope and Renewal Summit held in Palmerston North on October 3–4 brought together over 500 Catholics from across Aotearoa and beyond. While the event focused on equipping parishes for renewal, it also left a lasting impression on those who attended. From clergy to...