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October is traditionally observed by Catholics around the globe as Mission Month. It is the month that unites Catholics worldwide in prayer, solidarity, and support for the Church's missionary effort. World Mission Sunday is celebrated on the second-to-last Sunday of...
Sean Ryan is the Prison Chaplain at Whanganui Prison. In this reflection, he explores his journey into prison chaplaincy, the challenges and rewards of the role, and the profound impact of simply being present with those in prison.There were several times over the...
In the final part of the 'Bishop's Coat of Arms' series, Bishop John invites us all to enter into prayer while reflecting on the symbols in his coat of arms.
The following reflection was written by a former probation officer who wishes to remain anonymous. With Social Justice Week approaching, it serves as a timely reminder to raise awareness of those in prison and to reflect on the call to support and uplift them. As...
Bishop John Adams has a bold vision for the Diocese of Palmerston North—a vision rooted in a profound commitment to parish renewal. In June this year, he sent a team from the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit to the Catholic Parish Summit in Harrogate, UK, to explore how...
There have been lots of exciting things happening around our Diocese over the past month - have a read of some of them below!Diocesan Staff Day Out On 16 August, 14 staff members from the Diocesan Office gathered for their annual staff day out. The purpose was to...
For the next three years the focus for Social Justice Week will be on peace and responding to conflict. The overarching tagline is: ‘Imagine Peace For All / Pohewatia te Rangimārie mō te Katoa’. Each year there will be a unique focus. Social Justice Week 2024 runs...
In part 3 of the 'Bishop's Coat of Arms' series, Bishop John talks about the stories that influenced some of the symbols found on his crest.
Aotearoa New Zealand’s National Patronal Feast is on Thursday 15 August. We celebrate the Assumption of Mary Mother of God because this illustrates for us the truth about Christ’s promise of eternal life and the resurrection of the faithful. The solemnity of the...
Robert and Marie Keegan (née Lehrke), past residents of Feilding in the Manawatū, marked their 60th wedding anniversary with a special papal blessing in June. The Keegans were married on 13 June 1964 at the Immaculate Conception parish church in Stratford, Taranaki....
On July 25, diocesan and parish staff and local clergy gathered to honour Bishop Owen Dolan's extraordinary 70th anniversary of priesthood. Held at Te Rau Aroha - the Diocesan Centre, the celebration consisted of kai, speeches, and expressions of gratitude for...
100 parishioners from the Catholic Parish of Whanganui gathered for afternoon tea on Sunday, 16th June 2024, and for a slideshow presentation by Fr. Craig Butler about his experiences participating in the Synod on Synodality and other touristy adventures. Held in Rome...