by PETER GRACE The Salesians believe they have a bright future in New Zealand, according to the rector major of the congregation, Fr Angel Fernandez Artime. ... Read More about Oceania visit a first by Salesian head
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Bishops treading softly with missal translation
by ROWENA OREJANA New Zealand’s bishops will not push for another translation of the Missal from Latin to English but will seek a loosening up of the principles of translation. ... Read More about Bishops treading softly with missal translation
Deacon Lam ordained in the south
by JEFF DILLON A warm May evening in Dunedin was matched by the warmth of the reception from the congregation in St Bernadette’s Church, Forbury, Dunedin to witness a special step in the life of a man from Samoa. ... Read More about Deacon Lam ordained in the south
Church fights ‘witch‘ killings in PNG
by RAY CAVANAUGH Some may find it hard to believe that witch-hunting would occur in the 21st century. But it’s wreaking havoc still in some parts of the world. ... Read More about Church fights ‘witch‘ killings in PNG
Hospice helps Lecretia in her last days
by PETER GRACE A brain cancer sufferer who had argued in court she should be allowed the right to have assistance, if required, to kill herself, has died. ... Read More about Hospice helps Lecretia in her last days