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On Sea Sunday, celebrated in 2025 on 13 July, churches all over the world come together to remember seafarers and pray for them, their families and those who support them. Let us remember all those who work and live from the sea, among them sailors, fishermen, women...
On Sunday, 27 July, we celebrate the 5th World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, a day established by Pope Francis in 2021. This year's theme, “Blessed are those who have not lost hope” (Sir 14:2), highlights the beatitude of the elderly and the importance of hope...
See what Jubilees we'll be celebrating in June!Jubilee of Ecclesial Movements, Associations and New Communities 7 - 8 June 2025This weekend, we give thanks for the faithful men and women who, inspired by the Holy Spirit, dedicate themselves to these movements.Prayers...
See what Jubilees we'll be celebrating in May!Jubilee of Seminarians 17 - 18 May 2025This weekend, we give thanks for the young men who are answering the call to a life of service, prayer, and dedication within the Church.Prayer of John Paul II for VocationsLord...
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...
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...
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...
See what Jubilees we'll be celebrating in February!Jubilee of Armed Forces, Police and Security Personnel 8 - 9 Feb 2025Over this weekend, we give thanks for all those who serve and protect our country and communities. We honour the brave men and women who have...
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Advent - Te Wā o Aweneti The significance of Advent The four-week Season of Advent is a time of prayerful and practical ways to prepare for the celebration of Our Lord’s birth on Christmas Day. Christ was born to bring hope to a darkened world. The Season of...
+John's Pastoral LetterDiocesan CalendarJubilee Prayer'Pilgrims of Hope' - hymn for the JubileeIn 2025, the Catholic Church will embark on its next Jubilee Year, a time of profound spiritual significance that has been celebrated for centuries. First initiated by Pope...
UNITED IN PRAYER A PRAYER RESOURCE FOR FAMILIES, INDIVIDUALS AND HOUSEHOLDS.33rd Sunday in Ordinary TimeThe World Day of the Poor, established by Pope Francis and celebrated this year on Sunday 17 November, calls for reflection on the Gospel’s emphasis on poverty and...