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Life Teen Summer Camp re-ignites teens’ spiritual sparks with the real presence of Christ

By NZ Catholic contributor | February 19, 2024 | 0 Comments

By MINA AMSO Hundreds of teenagers from throughout New Zealand enjoyed Life Teen Summer Camp last month, with a memorable theme to reflect upon – “the real presence”. Activities co-ordinator Thomas Dravitzki said that the planning team was “delighted” with the turnout this year, with nearly 200 youngsters turning up. … Read More about Life Teen Summer Camp re-ignites teens’ spiritual sparks with the real presence of Christ

Palmerston North bishop argues for Catholic thought in the public square today

By Michael Otto | February 16, 2024 | 2 Comments

By MICHAEL OTTO Is there a case for Roman Catholic thought in the public square today? That was the question put by Palmerston North Bishop John Adams in a homily at the Te Kupenga Catholic Theological College inaugural Mass for 2024 celebrated at Sacred Heart church, Ponsonby. The answer, Bishop … Read More about Palmerston North bishop argues for Catholic thought in the public square today

Law student’s artwork explores theme of Mary, mother of all

By Michael Otto | February 5, 2024 | 2 Comments

By NZ CATHOLIC staff A painting that is a modern interpretation and exploration of Mary as Mother of God and mother of all, was unveiled at The Logos Centre – Whānau Maria in central Auckland on December 14. “E Maria e matou whaea (Mary, Our Mother)”, an oil on canvas, … Read More about Law student’s artwork explores theme of Mary, mother of all

Pope Francis Lenten message 2024 titled ‘Through the desert God leads us to freedom’

By OSV News | February 2, 2024 | 1 Comment

Released by the Vatican on February 1, the text of the Pope’s Lenten message focused on God’s call to leave behind the bonds of slavery, with the title, “Through the Desert God Leads us to Freedom,” which is from the Book of Exodus (Ex 20:2). The text follows below: Through … Read More about Pope Francis Lenten message 2024 titled ‘Through the desert God leads us to freedom’

The Journey of Fr Mahir – A Husband, Father, and Priest

By admin | February 1, 2024 | 0 Comments

By MINA AMSO In the vibrant tapestry of life, there are stories that resonate with the divine, tales of unexpected turns and profound encounters that lead souls to their true calling. Such is the story of Father Mahir Murad, a Chaldean husband, father and a priest, whose journey unfolded in … Read More about The Journey of Fr Mahir – A Husband, Father, and Priest

Young Catholics hear about representations of Jesus in the first 300 years of Christianity

By Michael Otto | January 30, 2024 | 0 Comments

By MICHAEL OTTO We don’t really know what Jesus looked like, and every image of him in the movies is “imagination”. So said Te Kupenga Catholic Theological College assistant dean Fr Mervyn Duffy, SM, at a Theology on Tap event held at the Apothecary Licensed Eatery in Howick, East Auckland, … Read More about Young Catholics hear about representations of Jesus in the first 300 years of Christianity