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The theme for Lent this year is Hear the voice, answer the call - whakarongo ki te reo, whakahokia te karanga. “Hear the voice, answer the call” challenges us in many ways. Whose voice are we hearing, and when we hear it, are we really tuning in to what it is saying...
Each year, on the Friday after Ash Wednesday, the New Zealand Catholic Bishops Conference (NZCBC) calls us to commemorate a Day of Prayer & Penance for the Victims of Abuse and Violence. In 2026, this day falls on Friday 20 February. For Christians, prayer,...
If you're travelling around the diocese this Christmas, or visiting from another diocese, you can find all our local parish Mass information on the diocesan website: pndiocese.org.nz. It is being updated as each parish confirms their Christmas Masses, so if the...
Making space for Christ this Advent Advent arrives every year at a time when life is anything but calm. End-of-year responsibilities, school events, work deadlines, family pressures, and preparations for Christmas all seem to gather at once. It can feel overwhelming,...
See what Jubilees we'll be celebrating to wrap up the 2025 Year of Jubilee!Jubilee of Prisoners 13 – 14 December 2025This weekend, we observe the Jubilee of Prisoners, acknowledging the humanity, dignity, and worth of all those who are incarcerated.Prayers For...
On Sunday 16 November 2025, the Church will mark the ninth World Day of the Poor, with the theme “You are my hope” (Psalm 71:5). This theme reminds us that in the midst of hardship, our hope is rooted in God’s steadfast love. In his official message for the day, Pope...
See what Jubilees we'll be celebrating in November!Jubilee of the Poor 15 - 16 November 2025This weekend, we celebrate the Jubilee of Migrants, recognising the dignity, strength, and resilience of those who live with material poverty.Prayer to St Vincent de PaulNoble...
See what Jubilees we'll be celebrating in October!Jubilee of Migrants 4 - 5 October 2025This weekend, we celebrate the Jubilee of Migrants, giving thanks for the resilience, courage, and hope of all those who have left their homelands in search of a better life.Prayer...
October is traditionally observed by Catholics around the globe as Mission Month. It is the month that unites Catholics worldwide in prayer, solidarity, and support for the Church's missionary effort. World Mission Sunday is celebrated on the second-to-last Sunday of...
The Jubilee of Artists was celebrated in the Diocese of Palmerston North on the weekend of 15 - 16 February. This special occasion was a time to give thanks for the creativity, inspiration, and vision that artists bring to our world. To mark this jubilee, the Diocesan...
See what Jubilees we'll be celebrating in September!Jubilee of Justice 20 – 21 September 2025This weekend, we celebrate the Jubilee of Justice, giving thanks for the pursuit of fairness, equity, and truth in our world.Prayer for JusticeGrant us, Lord God, a vision of...
Social Justice week takes place on 7 - 13 September 2025. As we enter the final year of our peace-focused journey, Social Justice Week 2025 invites everyone to explore practical ways to build peace together — inspired by faith, action, and community. This year's theme...