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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New Zealand’s Catholic bishops want the politicians elected on October 14 to focus on issues that matter instead of the trivia and scandals that dominate public debate. Writing in their Election Statement for the 2023 General Election, the bishops say that more and more people are becoming disillusioned and feel … Read More about Catholic bishops urge politicians to focus on real issues not trivia
Kiwi Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University in the Holy Land Br Peter Bray FSC said the surprise attack by Hamas on Israel at the weekend “is a watershed moment that could have long-term impact on life here in the Holy Land” even as he said he was not surprised by … Read More about Hamas attack on Israel a watershed moment for Holy Land, says NZ vice chancellor of Bethlehem University
By MINA AMSO She chose a path less travelled, one of contemplation and spiritual devotion. Now Sr Marie Ange of Jesus – a Carmelite nun at Royal Oak in Auckland – has made her commitment for life. On September 9, she professed her final vows before dozens of friends and … Read More about God guided Sr Marie Ange to her final vows
Pope Francis’ Laudate Deum climate change exhortation is a clarion call, says the Catholic Bishop of Auckland, Bishop Stephen Lowe. “Laudate Deum is a clarion call to us all, as individuals, as industry and as nations, to examine whether our attitudes and actions towards care of mother Earth are consistent … Read More about Pope’s climate exhortation a clarion call, say NZ Catholic bishops
By JEFF DILLON Two angels that have had a very secluded existence for well over 50 years have been released from their confinement in a small room at the third level of the north tower of St Joseph’s Cathedral in Dunedin. However, there is a slight problem in that they … Read More about Angels to stand at cathedral high altar again
By SARAH SPARKS It was the church bells ringing in the heart of central Darwin that first captured my attention soon after arrival in Darwin – or Garramilla to the traditional custodians of the land, the Larrakia people. The panoramic vista from my upper floor apartment at ‘H on Mitchell’ … Read More about Called to worship God in Darwin’s cathedral
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