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Last updated November 14, 2024
The Hamilton Catholic Youth office will be running 'YOU'
YOU. is a Theology of the Body programme for teenagers aged 13 - 18 years old.
We will be running the full 10 sessions of the programme on the 30th of November and 1st of December.
This is an opportunity that you do not want to miss out on! For more information about the sessions, content or other enquiries, email Juanita at juanitar@cdh.org.nz
📸 Throwback to Bishop Denis at Medjugorje with Mir Pilgrimages
Do you feel called to respond to the invitation of Our Lady Queen of Peace to be with her in Medjugorje? Millions of pilgrims have responded and have experienced an extraordinary, grace-filled pilgrimage. Join Mir Pilgrimages and chaplain Fr Joy Thottamkara on a group pilgrimage departing 22 May 2025 for 10 fulfilling days and nights experiencing 'Medjugorje In-Depth'. See your parish noticeboard or call Patricia Parsons on 027 421 9064.
Fr Joy Thottamkara C.S.s.R belongs to the Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer, popularly known as the Redemptorists. He has been chaplain to the Syro Malabar Community in Auckland and now in Hamilton, he is also parish priest of Melville. He has completed his Masters in Sacred Theology.
Hamilton Dove Catholic Fellowship for Women - Thanksgiving Mass.
Monday 2nd December, 7:00pm, Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Bring a plate for fellowship following
www.dove.org.nz
‘I thirst’ a vocations retreat for men
Are you single man who yearns to quench the thirst of the Lord? Might you be open to being one of His priests? Come - follow Bishop Richard Laurenson as he, Fr Adam and Fr Isaac lead a retreat to help you discern your vocation.
Friday 6th December - Sunday 7th December; Cluny Retreat Centre, Tauranga; $50; officectf@cdh.org.nz
The Pope’s Intention for November is for anyone grieving the loss of a child.
After a process of long discernment within the Church and in consultation with diacesteries and other various bodies within the Holy See, the monthly intentions for the year are decided. Pope Francis entrusts us, the faithful, his prayer network, with these intentions that express his great concerns for humanity and for the mission of the Church. It is an action plan to send us out each month, through prayer and mission, a proposition that invites us to build a more humane and caring world.
Mary, you who are Mother of all, welcome into your heart those who are going through the pain of the loss of a child. You know the pain of loss, on Good Friday, and the feeling of absence and silence in the waiting for the Sabbath. There are no words to fill the void, it is a goodbye that will always await the resurrection of the Sunday of glory. We believe in that day, as Mary did, and we await the definitive reunion. But while that is still to come, for those who suffer this pain, we ask for the Spirit of consolation, capable of giving life where there is death, and to set on the way those who have fallen. Give us the grace to be communities that shelter and support parents who have lost a child and who are living proclamation of the definitive life that will reach them. Amen.
Mass for Deceased Clergy
The Mass will be held on Tuesday 19 November at St Patricks, Te Awamutu at 11.00am. All welcome.
Blessing of the graves takes place at Ōhaupō Catholic Cemetery following Mass, we advise caution if you wish to attend this. The turn in and out of this entrance is onto SH3 which is an extremely busy road and parking is limited.
Red Wednesday is organised by Aid to the Church in Need, the only international Catholic charity dedicated to the spiritual and pastoral support of suffering and persecuted Christians.
The Cathedral will offer midday Mass on Wed 20 November for persecuted Christians.
New Zealand Catholic Medical Association (NZCMA) is an organisation that provides community support and chaplaincy for those involved in providing health care in Aotearoa. We invite doctors, nurses, midwives, students, carers, pharmacists, physiotherapists, psychologists, counsellors, social workers, chaplains, dentists, health administrators, lawyers, and anyone in allied roles to join.
Retreat and Seminar 15-16 November 2024, based at the Home of Compassion, Island Bay, Wellington.
Details and registration: This link (0r google NZ Catholic Medical Association)
Accommodation: There are limited spaces on-site (use booking ref BGRP—21024). You can email or phone the Home of Compassion directly.
For updates regarding events, please email newzealandcatholicmedical@gmail.com
Divine Renovation Open House: New Plymouth
As a priest or active parishioner, we know you want to see your parish come alive. But the problem is, without seeing the example of other parishes doing things differently, it's difficult to see what's possible. Does the thought of parish renewal make you feel overwhelmed or doubtful whether you could ever see something great happen in your parish?
We understand how parish renewal can seem intimidating. This is why we’re inviting priests and parish leaders like you to our upcoming Divine Renovation Open House. A two day event where you will connect with parishes that have come alive by pursuing mission, hear inspiring stories of what they’ve learned in their journey, and be encouraged by seeing hope for what’s possible in your own parish.
We will be joined by Bishop John Adams and Bishop Michael Gielen as we break open this important conversation.
Learn more and register by visiting www.divinerenovation.org/openhouse.
When: 3 PM Friday 22nd November to 4 PM Saturday 23rd November, 2024
Where: Catholic Parish of New Plymouth, 573 Devon Street East, Fitzroy, New Plymouth 4312
Cost: $85
The St Mary’s Primary School (Hokitika) Board is currently undertaking a recruitment process for a new Principal/Tumuaki to start in Term 1 2025. The role presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced school leader or someone wanting to expand their experience. We are seeking a candidate who will be able to lead our school effectively by supporting students’ success, maintaining strong relationships with our school community and parish, honouring our school’s Catholic Special Character, fostering an inclusive, positive school culture, and embedding our school vision and values across all that we do. Our current Principal has enjoyed his time in the role however, is wanting a change of pace in 2025 so has decided to take on a full time teaching role at the school.
St Mary’s Primary School is a great little school located in Hokitika on the West Coast catering to 128 students across years 1-8. Our school is closely connected to its community, our parish, surrounding natural environment and Catholic Special Character. Our Special Character and Catholic Mercy School status alongside our small, supportive and diverse school culture and community situated on the dynamic West Coast are what set us apart. Each of these features are present across our school culture, teaching and learning programmes, and the wide range of EOTC and extracurricular opportunities available to ākonga. We are seeking a candidate who will honour these features and is used to smaller town life or is looking for a change of pace.
Here is a link to the official vacancy (vacancy reference #1HAjZk) on the Education Gazette website.
https://gazette.education.govt.nz/vacancies/1HAjZk-principal-tumuaki
Parish to Parish for Bed and Breakfast, Catholics throughout New Zealand and a few in Australia host Catholics in their homes, a wonderful way for Catholics to meet and enjoy the company of other Catholics A contribution of $50 for one person, and $30 for each additional guest, this is per night. E.g two people would pay $80 per night.
If you wish to purchase a book with the details of the hosts, the cost is $15, includes postage, contact or order from Marie Anderson 2 Brent Place, Christchurch 8053, phone 027 2800 611, email marie.ian@xtra.co.nz
CCC2258 "Human life is sacred because from its beginning it involves the creative action of God and it remains for ever in a special relationship with the Creator, who is its sole end. God alone is the Lord of life from its beginning until its end: no one can under any circumstance claim for himself the right directly to destroy an innocent human being."
Mens Rosary Group
Calling all men to gather and pray for the conversion of New Zealand.
Meet: Steps of the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary
When: Saturday December 7th, 12pm
Contact: Bruce 021 556 227
(These will continue to run every 1st Saturday of the Month)
Novena to Our Mother of Perpetual Help is a popular devotion to the Mother of Jesus as an intercessory for our prayers. This Novena is starting at the Lady Goodfellow Chapel on the University of Waikato campus
Every MONDAY From 1.15 pm to 1.40 pm
Everyone is welcome to attend and participate in this inspiring devotion of prayers, songs and sharings. Inquiries to Fr JP Maldonado (jmaldonado@waikato.ac.nz), Fr Isaac Fransen (frisaac@hamcathedral.co.nz) or Dr Teresa Fernandez (teresa.fernandez@waikato.ac.nz).
Musicforliturgy.org is now a paid subscription from sacredmusic.online
If your parish/community-group/school is interested please contact kirstym@cdh.org.nz we have set up a diocesan subscription and can add you as a user.
The Final Report from the Royal Commission was released publicly on Wednesday 24 July 2024 at 4pm. Please refer to NZCBC website for any further updates or statements as they become available. New Zealand Catholic Bishops Conference
Te Rōpū Tautoko will still be an active website for resource and reporting
Recent updates from NZCBC
The landmark new Catholic bishops' teaching document Te Kahu o te Ora: A Consistent Ethic of Life has been reprinted, with paper copies available to schools, parishes, Church organisations and individuals for just $3 each.
Te Kahu o Te Ora contains a succinct overview of eight key moral areas including creation; the beginning and end-of-life; discrimination and abuse; poverty; war and peace; justice and correction; and information technology and artificial intelligence. Published by the NZ Catholic Bishops Conference last September, it is a revised and much-expanded version of a 1997 bishops' statement and reminds us that all life is a gift from God.
NZCBC President and Bishop of Auckland Bishop Stephen Lowe says the bishops want every Catholic to read Te Kahu o te Ora: “We are confident that reflecting on the document will foster hope-filled conversations that will lead to attitudinal change and positive action towards a better world in which all life is consistently treasured and protected.”
Read more about Te Kahu o te Ora and look at electronic and PDF copies of it here: https://www.catholic.org.nz/news/media-releases/tekahu/
Order printed copies of Te Kahu o te Ora by sending an email with your name, the name of your parish, school or organisation as appropriate, your postal address and the number of copies you require, to communications@nzcbc.org.nz with "Te Kahu o te Ora" in the subject line. We will invoice you with your delivered order.
Pro-Life Vigil Outside Waikato Hospital
Is anyone interested in attending a fruitful, legal and regular pro-life vigil outside Waikato Hospital?
Times and days that we meet: Wednesday’s and Alternate Friday’s
If you are interested in coming along please contact Ria Rose via email: sixroses@xtra.co.nz
Please support our Kete Kōrero Sponsors - click on image to be taken to their website
Statement of commitments to abuse survivors https://www.catholic.org.nz/news/media-releases/jan10-letter