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Throughout 2025, Catholics around the world celebrated the Jubilee Year proclaimed by Pope Francis under the theme Pilgrims of Hope. Pilgrimage has long been a cherished tradition in the Catholic faith, symbolising our spiritual journey toward God. It involves setting...
Nestled beside the Manawatū River, near Our Lady of the Southern Star Abbey at Kopua, lies a small but significant remnant of New Zealand’s once vast 70 Mile Bush (Te Tapere Nui o Whatonga). Today this place – known as Kopua-riki – is becoming a powerful sign of hope:...
Held at London’s Royal Albert Hall on 4 – 5 May 2026, the Alpha Leadership Conference brought together thousands of Christian leaders from many traditions and countries for two days of worship, teaching, prayer and conversation. The gathering focused on the call to...
The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Scheme (HDSS) continues to build momentum across the Diocese, with May bringing a strong mix of parish visits, school engagement, and local planning for more inclusive and accessible communities. During May, David Loving-Molloy,...
Listen to the two Johns - Cardinal John Dew and Bishop John Adams - discuss the process of the election of Pope Leo XIV. In the final part, Cardinal John talks about Pope Leo's first Extraordinary Consistory that was held in January 2026.
Listen to the two Johns - Cardinal John Dew and Bishop John Adams - discuss the process of the election of Pope Leo XIV. In part 3, Cardinal John talks about the next 2 votes concluding in Cardinal Robert Prevost being elected Pope.
National Youth Week is a nationwide celebration led by young people, highlighting their gifts, energy, and contribution to communities across Aotearoa New Zealand. Coordinated by Ara Taiohi (with support from the Ministry of Youth Development and Sport NZ), Youth Week...
In these weeks, something beautiful is unfolding across our Diocese. The Eucharistic Miracles Exhibition, curated by Carlo Acutis, has already begun its journey — quietly, faithfully drawing people into encounter with Jesus in the Eucharist. And soon, we will welcome...
22 April 2026 was Earth Day, marking 56 years of global environmental action focusing on community-led climate solutions and renewable energy adoption. The 2026 theme centred on “Our Power, Our Planet,” emphasising citizen action, policy change, and holding...
Praying, walking, and working together is highlighted each year as Christians around the world celebrate the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (WPCU). For us in the southern hemisphere in Aotearoa New Zealand we celebrate the week of 18 – 24 May 2026 (traditionally...
Every year, the Pastoral Directors of each diocese in Aotearoa gather face to face to discuss pastoral matters pertaining to the Church. This year we met in Hamilton on 28 and 29 April. Recognising the signs of the times and responding to them is a big part of the...
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.What is joy? Every now and...