Father Peter was also our Parish Priest @ St Pius X, Tokoroa all those many years ago before he ventured up to Auckland. My parents then moved back up to Auckland when I was 15, myself and my older brothers and a sister remained in the homestead , and at school; I moved up a year and a half later, followed by my sister and the brother just older than I.
My parents and Fr Peter reunited when my mum began working at the Auckland City Mission, namely, at one of the few safe houses – where Fr Peter also worked.
We have a happy, blessed history w Fr Peter; he is a beautiful gentle peaceful soul, an intellectual, an amazing human – befitting isn’t it that he took up his calling in the priesthood 50 years ago, not surprising considering the man that he is. We’re proud to be associated w you Father Peter.

My mum Etevise, and myself; family included – we extend our blessings, congratulations and sincerest best wishes for many more happy years ahead in your vocation Father Peter.

Much respect always.

Alofa tele i’ate oe – Big love to you always Father Peter Murphy.

Etevise Krause, Viona Krause-Davis & Aiga xx