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Sunday 8 September
Nativity of our Mary our Mother – Catholic Fijian Community invite all migrant communities to join them at the Home of Compassion, 2 Rhine Street, Island Bay, to celebrate Mary’s Nativity Feast Day Mass at 12.30pm. Followed by shared lunch.

Thursday 12 September
St Theresa’s School, Plimmerton – 75th Jubilee, Mass celebrated by Archbishop Paul Martin SM followed by blessing of art installation and sharing past and present stories. Morning tea. Please RSVP to: forms.gle/9FDv6t8efe3hBbrj9 for catering purposes.

Sunday 15 September
Ecumenical River Prayer Walk – Te Awakairangi Hutt River. View the Facebook event page here.

Sunday 22 September

  • HOPE and ACT with CREATION: Kaitiaki at Ōtari. Join church communities from the Catholic Parish of Ōtari, St Anne’s Anglican Church Northland and St Luke’s Anglican Parish Wadestown, on a reflective walk in the outdoors to celebrate the Season of Creation. Sunday 22nd September at 2.00pm. Starting place – Ponga Lawn behind the main entrance to Ōtari/Wilton Bush. Bring kai for afternoon tea on the Cockayne Lawn. Easy grade tracks and paths. Wet weather plan – 2.00pm at St Thomas More Church, 30 Worcester St. Wilton.   All are Welcome. Contact Estelle Henrys ev.henrys@gmail.com for details.
  • Action on Climate Change. Listen and watch Pania Rei (Ngāti Toa Rangatira) speak about her mahi for ActionStation – climate change action in the Porirua District. Te Whare o Tū Hono, Te Ngākau Tapu, Bishop Viard College, Porirua. Starts after 5.15 pm Mass (6.15 pm), Sunday 22 September 2024 (soup and buns provided for a light dinner). Nau mai, haere mai! 

Saturday 28 September

  • Come & See morning – opportunity for men interested in priesthood to hear priests share vocation stories, ask questions, learn about discernment and pray and share. Hāto Mere, St Mary’s Parish, Ōtaki. 10am -12pm. Email Lucienne at l.hensel@wn.catholic.org.nz for more information and to register.
  • A Forum on Housing sponsored by the Ecology Justice and Peace Commission. 10am-3pm Saturday 28th September, St Bernadette’s Church Hall, Naenae. Adequate housing, a place to call home, is fundamental to living a life of dignity. The Forum on Housing will raise awareness about housing issues in Aotearoa, and provide an opportunity to consider our personal and collective responsibilities as Church. Keynote speakers will provide an overview of current housing issues and group discussions will surface responses for action and advocacy.  This forum is for everyone concerned about housing issues. For more information, please contact Deirdre Meskill, d.meskill@wn.catholic.org.nz; phone:  04 385 8642. A contribution of finger food to share for lunch is appreciated.

Friday 4 October: St Francis Day
Season of Creation Liturgy on the Feast of St Francis of Assisi: The Ecology, Justice and Peace Commission and St Francis of Assisi Parish invite you to a Season of Creation Liturgy at St Francis of Assisi Ohariu Parish, 7pm cuppa for 7.30 pm start on Friday 4th October – 37 Doctor Taylor Terrace, Johnsonville Wellington. All are welcome.  

Monday 8 October – Tuesday 9 October
Seasons For Growth Children and Young Persons’ Training. This professional development training provides you with the knowledge and tools to be able to plan and facilitate an educational intervention program supporting young people to navigate their world after change or loss and better understand their grief. Venue is St Anthony’s Church, Seatoun. Cost is $420 for training & resources. For more information contact Jess at seasons@wn.catholic.org.nz.

Wednesday 16 October
Liturgy Workshop series (Cathedral of the Sacred Heart) – The Sunday Eucharist: It’s Impact on our Lives. 7pm – 9pm, Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. These workshops are for anyone interested in liturgy and presented by Fr Patrick Bridgman, Liturgy Advisor for the Archdiocese.

Friday 18 October
Liturgy Workshop series (Richmond). The Sunday Eucharist: Liturgy of the Eucharist. 7pm – 9pm, Our Lady of the Bays Parish Centre, Richmond. These workshops are for anyone interested in liturgy. Presented by Fr Patrick Bridgman, Liturgy Advisor for the Archdiocese.

Saturday 19 October
Liturgy Workshops series (Richmond). The Sunday Eucharist: It’s Impact on our Lives. 10.30am – 12.30pm, Our Lady of the Bays Richmond. These workshops are for anyone interested in liturgy. Presented by Fr Patrick Bridgman, Liturgy Advisor for the Archdiocese.

Sunday 3 & 10 November
‘Love is a Decision’ – marriage preparation programme. Archdiocesan course for engaged couples planning their weddings. Location in Wellington region to be confirmed. Register here. For more information visit our website or contact marriage@wn.catholic.org.nz. 

15, 16, 17 November
Sacred Heart and Redwood College Nelson reunion for past pupils and staff. Register at: redwoodsacredheart.com or contact Bernadette King-Turner at: SHReunion2024@gmail.com for information.

Regular events

  • Compassion Soup Kitchen meals. The Compassion Soup Kitchen is continuing to serve meals to anyone who needs them; 7.45am – 8.45am & 4.45pm-5.45pm, Monday to Saturday at 132 Tory Street, Wellington. Contact 04 385 9299 if you have any questions. 
  • Craft Group: Every Thursday 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm (Starts 7 Mar –  Ends 12 Dec 2024). Our Lady’s Home of Compassion 2 Rhine Street, Island Bay, Wellington. Bring a project you’re working on and join our friendly and informal group for our weekly gathering. For more information contact ph. (04) 383-7769 or events@compassion.org.nz
  • Quiet Days Second Thursday of every month 10:30 am – 2:30 pm (Starts 14 Mar – Ends 10 Oct 2024). Our Lady’s Home of Compassion 2 Rhine Street, Island Bay, Wellington. A time for gentle reflection on insights from the life and works of Venerable Suzanne Aubert.  There is no fee, however, a koha is greatly appreciated. Registration: sr.sue@compassion.org.nz
  • Taizé: First Friday of every month 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm (Starts 01 Mar – Ends 6 Dec 2024). Where: The Chapel of Our Lady of Compassion, 2 Rhine Street, Island Bay, Wellington. A reflective time with simple songs and scripture that brings us to stillness and silence. All are welcome.
  • Miha: Sunday 11:00 am (Starts 11 Feb – Ends 15 Dec 2024). Where: The Chapel of Our Lady of Compassion, 2 Rhine Street, Island Bay, Wellington. Join us for our Sunday mass in Te reo Māori.
  • Mass/ Morning Prayer: Every Wednesday and Thursday at 8:30 am (Starts 07 Feb – Ends 21 Dec 2024). Where: The Chapel of Our Lady of Compassion, 2 Rhine Street, Island Bay, Wellington. Join us for a contemplative morning mass to start the day.
  • Christian Meditation Every Monday 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Thursday 11:00 am – 12:00 pm (Starts 08 Feb Ends 19 Dec 2024). Where: The Chapel of Our Lady of Compassion, 2 Rhine Street, Island Bay, Wellington. An ancient form of contemplative prayer, deeply anchored in the teachings of the early Christian desert fathers and mothers. All welcome.