This is the Archdiocese of Wellington and its people, working together to deepen their faith in Jesus Christ and to develop a community which supports the good of all. Everyone is welcome, and there are many ways to be involved, through parishes, schools, chaplaincies and Catholic organizations. “The future is, most of all, in the hands of those people who recognize the other as a ‘you’ and themselves as part of an ‘us.’ We all need one other.” Pope Francis
Fraternity and Social Friendship
Kia tau te rangimarie ki a koutou. Last Saturday Pope Francis visited Assisi, where at the tomb of St Francis he signed his new Encyclical “Fratelli Tutti, on Fraternity and…
Fratelli Tutti – new encyclical
Pope Francis signed his new encyclical Fratelli Tutti on the tomb of St Francis of Assisi on the saint’s feast day, 4 October. Fratelli tutti a profound call to see…
COVID-19: Update for Parishes Alert Level One
On Tuesday 21 September Cardinal John Dew sent a letter to parishes, schools, religious congregations about the effects of the government’s announcement that the country outside Auckland will go down…
If today you hear his voice
Kia tau te rangimarie ki a koutou. For many people all over the world some of the first words of Scripture heard every day, prayed every day, are these words…
Not a time to complain
Kia tau te rangimarie ki a koutou, In these Covid days and these days and weeks of uncertainty, constant change and many challenges, many people are finding it very difficult…
Finding grace
Kia tau te rangimarie ki a koutou It has been a challenge over these last few weeks to remember what we can and cannot do at various alert levels, and…
The Assumption of Mary into Heaven
Kia tau te Rangimarie ki a koutou This Saturday is the Solemnity of the Assumption, a Holy Day of Obligation for us and the day we celebrate Mary, the Mother…
Local livestreamed Masses
Shine TV: 2.00 pm Sunday, SKY Channel 201 and Freeview Channel 25. This is a good option for people who prefer live TV to livestreaming via computer. Masses are usually…
Fr Chris Skinner SM – concert for the Cathedral
On Saturday 31 October there will be a concert by well-known singer and composer, Fr Chris Skinner SM, in support of the fundraising for the restoration of Sacred Heart Cathedral….
WelCom community articles
New Film Underway
WelCom October 2020 Filming is underway for a new documentary celebrating 70 years of the Presentation Sisters in New Zealand –‘The Furthest Lantern’. The Presentation Order of nuns was founded…
He Hīkoi Whakapono: A Journey of Faith
WelCom October 2020 Our journey of faith this month visits the rural parish of Pungarehu and Opunake, home for several farming settlements and marae at the foothills of Mt Taranaki,…
Covid-19 impact on schools and families
WelCom October 2020 Teresa Edwards and Pauline Balm We have the privilege in our roles – as the Manager (Teresa) and the Development Adviser (Pauline) for the Catholic Education Office,…
General Manager praised for pastoral approach
WelCom October 2020 Emma Dodsworth Tony Murphy, longstanding General Manager of the Diocese of Palmerston North, has retired after 18 years in the role. At a farewell function in July,…
Fundraising concert features lockdown songs
WelCom October 2020 Acclaimed singer-songwriter Fr Chris Skinner sm will give a concert at the end of this month as a fundraiser for the restoration of Sacred Heart Cathedral. Chris…
Covenant renewed at unique place within the Catholic Church
WelCom October 2020 Pā Piripi Cody sm The original agreement set up an inalienable relationship. The present Covenant renews the original agreement. It recalled the partnership established when local Māori…
Church at Kauwhata turns 125
WelCom October 2020 St Peter and St Paul Church at Kauwhata Marae, near Feilding, turns 125 in October this year. The church was opened on October 20, 1895 with Archbishop…
Spotlight on modern slavery
WelCom October 2020 Sr Francine McGovern sm Talitha Kum is a network of sisters, brothers and lay people that raises awareness and acts against human trafficking and slavery around the…
Mission Sunday
WelCom October 2020 “Here I am, Send Me” – Is 6:8 Fr Bernard Espiritu SVD ‘We are indeed frightened, disoriented and afraid. Pain and death make us experience our human…
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The Catholic Archdiocese of Wellington is a community of communities – parishes, schools, organizations, informal groups all play a part in the life of the people of the Archdiocese. Find out about some of the ways you can be involved, our events, and how to donate.