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.
A Path to Redemption | Understanding and Supporting Those on Sentence
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...
Revitalising Parish Life | A Vision for Renewal in the Diocese of Palmerston North
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...
Updates from around the Diocese | Aug 2024
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...
Imagine Peace for All | Social Justice Week 2024
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...
Stories that Influenced the Crest | Bishop John’s Coat of Arms
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.
Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary | 15 August
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...
A Legacy of Love | Celebrating 60 Years with Papal Blessing
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....
Celebrating 70 Years of Service | Bishop Owen’s Milestone Anniversary
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...
Fr. Craig’s Experiences at the Synod on Synodality
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...
The Meaning of the Symbols | Bishop John’s Coat of Arms
In part 2 of the 'Bishop's Coat of Arms' series, Bishop John talks about the different symbols you can find in his crest and what they mean.
Tūhono Whakapono | Together One Faith Community
Held for the first time since 2018 due to Covid-19, the New Zealand Catholic Education Convention more than lived up to everyone’s expectations. The 700 plus delegates from all over the motu were uplifted and inspired by being together as one faith community and by...