Six young men entered the Holy Cross seminary this year, double the number of first year seminarians in the past few years. Newly- appointed rector Fr David Dowling expressed hope that these young men will approach their formation with humility. “My hope is that these young men will open themselves to be conformed to Jesus, … Read More about Introducing first year seminarians, 2024
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Dunedin diocese eyes self-insurance as premiums soar
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New Anglican deacon appointed as Sisters of Compassion Co- chief executive
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Big year for Vinnies working with students
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The Catholic bishops of Aotearoa New Zealand are looking forward to meeting as wide a group of people as possible in early July at a National Synodal Hui in Wellington. The hui is the next step of New Zealand’s part in the “Synod on Synodality”, the 16th Ordinary General Assembly … Read More about National Synod Hui in Wellington in early July
Just one of the examples of the practical Christianity lived by Te Aroha parishioner Toni van Bysterveldt has been the making of an estimated 3000 pairs of slippers, which she has given away to anyone in need. Some of the slippers went to priests, which is one of the practical … Read More about Slippers just one of Toni’s gifts
by MARTIN de JONG Bronwyn Hayward, ONZM, always wanted to be a ballerina. When her primary school teacher asked her what she wanted to be when she grew up, she replied, “A ballerina”. The teacher said, “Bronwyn, disabled people don’t dance”. Bronwyn believed the teacher. Years later, she auditioned for … Read More about Bronwyn flies high on stage and in life
by JEFF DILLON A Mass dedicated to supporting the pro-life cause was celebrated on May 21 in St Joseph’s Cathedral in Dunedin, at the behest of Catholic members of the Voice for Life group in the city. About 50 people attended the Mass, which was celebrated by Bishop Emeritus of … Read More about Strong message at Dunedin Pro-Life Mass
In terms of healing people, Medjugorje in Bosnia and Herzegovina is a sign for what parishes and religious communities should aim to be themselves. That was one of the messages delivered by Medjugorje-based Fr Robert Rieger, a New Zealand priest who works in a ministry of healing for people with … Read More about Kiwi priest’s ministry of healing in Medjugorje
There is a need for more culturally-specific research on mental health well-being and religion, in order to inform the Catholic Church as well as other churches on how to respond to the needs of the people they serve. This was one of the findings of research undertaken by young Samoan-New … Read More about Pacific women’s image of God and mental well-being
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