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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,...
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...
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...
It may have looked like a simple market stall setup at the Whanganui River Markets on Saturday 18 April — a gazebo with two sunflower-decorated tables with information about the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Scheme — but the kaupapa was bigger: inviting conversations...
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.The outpouring of God’s...
On 21 March 2026, Bishop John Adams joined other Māori Apostolate Board members for the first time at Te Rau Aroha. The second meeting of the year is planned for September. The Māori Apostolate Board represents Eucharistic Communities across the Diocese of Palmerston...
I’ll never forget the first time I climbed Mt Thomas, the closest mountain to my home in North Canterbury, which stands at just over 3,300 feet. The morning was gloomy and grey, and as my friend John and I jog-walked up the steep track leading to the summit, our...
There have been lots of exciting things happening around our Diocese over the past month - have a read of some of them below!NZCBC National Council for Young People On 10–11 March, the New Zealand Catholic Bishops Conference National Council for Young People met in...