As we approach Holy Week, Bishop John Adams shares a reflection on what it means to truly live in the joy and certainty of the Resurrection.
Year of Jubilee 2025 | Upcoming Events in April
See what Jubilees we'll be celebrating in April!Jubilee of the Sick and Healthcare Workers 5 - 6 April 2025This weekend, we celebrate the courage of those facing illness and the compassion of those who care for them.Prayers for the Sick and Healthcare WorkersFor all...
Pilgrimage to Hiruhārama | A Journey of Faith and Reflection
On Saturday, 8 March 2025, a group of 35 pilgrims set out on the first Diocesan Pilgrimage for the 2025 Year of Jubilee, travelling from across the Palmerston North Diocese to the historic Catholic site of Hiruhārama-Jerusalem along the Whanganui River. Led by...
A Sacred Journey | Pilgrimage in the Jubilee Year
My Lord God, I have no idea where I am going. I do not see the road ahead of me. I cannot know for certain where it will end. Nor do I really know myself, and the fact that I think I am following your will does not mean that I am actually doing so. But I believe that...
Haere Rā WelCom | Celebrating 40 Years of Catholic News
For four decades, WelCom has been a steadfast voice for the Catholic communities of the Archdiocese of Wellington and the Diocese of Palmerston North. Since its first issue in September 1984, the newspaper has informed, educated, and inspired thousands of readers....
Diocesan Office Restructure | Strengthening Mission and Inclusivity
The Diocese of Palmerston North has recently undertaken a significant restructure to align more closely with its Mission, Vision, and Goals. These changes reflect a commitment to evangelisation, pastoral care, and inclusivity, ensuring that the Diocese continues to...
Let us Journey Together in Hope | Lent 2025
It is easy for us to grow complacent. The longer we walk through life, the more we risk taking things for granted and missing opportunities for deeper growth. The liturgical seasons in the Church are one example. We arrive at Ash Wednesday, and we already know the...
A Season of Grace and Renewal | Bishop John’s Lenten Message
Bishop John Adams shares a heartfelt message on embracing Lent as a season of grace, renewal, and trust in God's providence.
Year of Jubilee 2025 | Upcoming events in March
See what Jubilees we'll be celebrating in March!Jubilee of the World of Volunteering 8 - 9 March 2025This weekend, we recognise and thank the volunteers who breathe life into ministries, charities, and organisations within our community, supporting the Church’s...
Opening Mass for the Year of Jubilee in Palmerston North
On Sunday, 2 February, the Diocese of Palmerston North gathered at the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit to celebrate the Opening Mass for the Year of Jubilee. Fittingly, the date also marked the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, a moment of dedication and renewal...
Source of Hope, Spring of Renewal | World Marriage Day 2025
World Marriage Day is celebrated on the second Sunday of February each year. In 2025, it falls on Sunday 9 February. Initially established by the American organization Worldwide Marriage Encounter, the day was officially blessed by Pope John Paul II in 1993, and...
Summer Fun for our Young Catholics
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 summer...