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Speaker is a St Bede’s old Boy

By Archivist | March 13, 2013

by MICHAEL OTTO WELLINGTON — The newly elected Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Rt Hon David Carter, is … Read More about Speaker is a St Bede’s old Boy

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Church leaders write open letter to MPs about marriage definition bill

By Michael Otto | March 11, 2013

WELLINGTON — Archbishop John Dew of Wellington is among the signatories to an open letter to Members of Parliament ahead … Read More about Church leaders write open letter to MPs about marriage definition bill

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New Zealand Bishops react with surprise and understanding at news of Pope’s resignation

By Michael Otto | February 12, 2013

WELLINGTON — It was with some sadness that New Zealand Catholic Bishops woke to the news of Pope Benedict XVI … Read More about New Zealand Bishops react with surprise and understanding at news of Pope’s resignation

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Special Catholic school blessed

By NZ Catholic Staff | January 24, 2013

by KATHLEEN CASEY CHRISTCHURCH — An educational gem was blessed by Bishop Barry Jones on December 6 in Christchurch, the … Read More about Special Catholic school blessed

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School pupils help inmates children

By Michael Otto | January 22, 2013

by MICHAEL OTTO AUCKLAND — Christmas will have been a little brighter for children who have a parent in prison, … Read More about School pupils help inmates children

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Palmerston North youth leader on a mission to Thailand

By Michael Otto | November 30, 2012

by MARJORIE DAWSON PALMERSTON NORTH — After 400 hours as an intern with St Mary’s Parish in Palmerston North, Lara … Read More about Palmerston North youth leader on a mission to Thailand

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NZ bishops make submission on same-sex ‘marriage’ bill

By Michael Otto | November 29, 2012

New Zealand’s Catholic bishops appeared on November 28 before the Government Administration Select Committee considering the Marriage (Definition of Marriage) … Read More about NZ bishops make submission on same-sex ‘marriage’ bill

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23 children make First Holy Communion

By Michael Otto | November 6, 2012

Twenty-three children received the sacrament of Holy Communion as well as Confirmation on Sunday the October 28, 2012,

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Funding sought for organ rebuild

By Michael Otto | February 25, 2021

The historic 19th century Halmshaw organ was successfully retrieved from the earthquake-damaged Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament in Christchurch late last year, but the instrument in not in great shape. CBS Music Charitable Trust was the principal sponsor of the retrieval, which took place during demolition work on the building. CBS trust spokesman Don Whelan … Read More about Funding sought for organ rebuild

It’s OK to ask for help

By Rowena Orejana | February 24, 2021

Two Catholics, a priest and a lay woman, share their mental health journeys towards a better life. One night, towards the end of August, 2016, then Thames-Coromandel parish priest Fr James Mulligan had a complete breakdown. “I was actually wheeled out of Thames. I had no choice,” he said. “The bishop rightly said, ‘well, I’ve … Read More about It’s OK to ask for help

Fr Friel’s love for gardening an award winner in Timaru

By Rowena Orejana | February 23, 2021

Holy Family Timaru parish priest Fr Christopher Friel was a little surprised to find that a parishioner, “a good daily Massgoer”, entered his garden at Sacred Heart Basilica in the Timaru Horticultural Society Summer Garden competition. An even more pleasant surprise for the priest was winning the competition’s best-under-a-year garden category. “Not that I garden … Read More about Fr Friel’s love for gardening an award winner in Timaru

Fond Marlborough farewell for Mercy Sisters

By NZ Catholic contributor | February 19, 2021

by CATHIE BELL The Sisters of Mercy have called time on 135 years in Marlborough, with an official farewell held in December. The last two Mercy nuns based in Marlborough, Sister Elizabeth Mary and Sister Suzanna, left in early 2020, but they returned in December with nine other nuns, who had connections with the district, … Read More about Fond Marlborough farewell for Mercy Sisters

St Patrick’s, Waipawa to celebrate 150 years

By NZ Catholic Staff | February 18, 2021

On Anzac weekend, 2021, St Patrick’s church, Waipawa, will host celebrations to commemorate 150 years since the first church was dedicated. St Patrick’s has been a focal point for many families in its long history, and the parish is inviting those families and their descendants, as well as past pupils, teachers, and religious of St … Read More about St Patrick’s, Waipawa to celebrate 150 years

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