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The Hui Aranga has been going since 1946. It is a special time for Māori Katorika to come together over Easter to celebrate in kapa haka, kai, whakawhanaungatanga, and te Wairua Tapu o te Hahi Katorika. Fr Chris Martin SM was involved in organising this year's Hui...
Watch Bishop John Adams' Easter message to the people of the Palmerston North Diocese.
Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week. On Palm Sunday we remember Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem, with crowds waving palm branches and proclaiming "Hosanna" as he rode into the city on a donkey. Holy Week culminates in the celebration of Easter Sunday,...
How much do you know about the season of Lent? Take our informative Lenten Quiz, test your knowledge and maybe learn something new!
Young Church is alive and well in the Diocese of Palmerston North! From learning about servant leadership at YCL to having fun at Life Teen Summer Camp and celebrating our epic youth ministers, have a read of what's been going on for our young people over the past...
World Marriage Day is celebrated in Aotearoa on 13 February 2024. Linked with the Catholic Marriage Movement, it aims to honor the foundational role of husbands and wives in families and society, emphasising values such as faithfulness, sacrifice, and joy in daily...
This year, Pope Francis has chosen the Book of Exodus as the focal point for his Lenten message, highlighting the theme "Through the Desert God Leads Us to Freedom." Lent, traditionally a time of personal reflection and spiritual growth, becomes an opportune moment to...
UNITED IN PRAYER A PRAYER RESOURCE FOR FAMILIES, INDIVIDUALS AND HOUSEHOLDS.The Epiphany of the Lord 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. Opening Prayer O God, who on this day...
UNITED IN PRAYER A PRAYER RESOURCE FOR FAMILIES, INDIVIDUALS AND HOUSEHOLDS.Feast of the Holy Family 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. Opening Prayer O God, who were pleased...
UNITED IN PRAYER A PRAYER RESOURCE FOR FAMILIES, INDIVIDUALS AND HOUSEHOLDS.The Nativity of the Lord 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. Opening Prayer O God, who wonderfully...
"For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." - Isaiah 9:6 Let the joyous spirit of the season warm your hearts as...
The Church welcomes her children to prepare for Christmas each year with a four-week season called Advent. The word 'Advent' comes from the Latin word 'adventus,' which means 'coming.' Perhaps, then, we might ask ourselves who or what is coming in four weeks' time. My...