NZ Catholic, the national Catholic newspaper published by the Bishop of Auckland, is to cease its print publication at the end of June. A new monthly digital publication, which will retain the title NZ Catholic, will be developed and shared in the coming months. The publisher of NZ Catholic, Bishop Stephen Lowe, sent a letter … Read More about NZ Catholic to cease printing, and transition to a new digital publication
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Jesus challenged the status quo through words and actions during his time, and we, as Christians, are called upon to do the same, wherever and whenever we see injustice. This was said by Auckland diocese Religious Education and Catholic Character advisor Lyn Smith, a lecturer at Te Kupenga — Catholic … Read More about Christian called to challenge injustice everywhere
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
NZ Catholic published their last edition on 30 June. Click the image below to read the commemorative issue.
Click on the cover below to read the June 16, 2024 edition
Click on the cover below to read the June 2, 2024 edition
