Six young men entered the Holy Cross seminary this year, double the number of first year seminarians in the past few years. Newly- appointed rector Fr David Dowling expressed hope that these young men will approach their formation with humility. “My hope is that these young men will open themselves to be conformed to Jesus, … Read More about Introducing first year seminarians, 2024
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Dunedin diocese eyes self-insurance as premiums soar
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New Anglican deacon appointed as Sisters of Compassion Co- chief executive
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Big year for Vinnies working with students
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“It is a wonderful day for the Dunedin diocese.” This sentiment was spoken by Holy Cross Seminary rector Fr Matthew Vadakkevettuvazhiyil but was clearly in the minds of those who attended the diaconate ordination of three seminarians, all for Dunedin diocese, on September 3 at Sacred Heart Church in Ponsonby, … Read More about Three ordained deacons for Dunedin diocese
New Zealand’s Catholic bishops have lifted all remaining pandemic restrictions on attending Mass, and have urged all the faithful to return to Sunday Mass. This follows the Government removing most Covid-19 requirements along with the “traffic light” system on September 12. The Catholic bishops imposed various health and safety measures … Read More about Masses can go back to normal after Covid restrictions lifted
VATICAN CITY (CNS) – As the sainthood cause of Blessed John Paul I reached a major milestone with his beatification at the Vatican in early September, promoters and supporters of his cause hope his legacy continues to get the attention it deserves. His brief pontificate did not do justice to … Read More about God’s mailman: Blessed John Paul always delivered Gospel with a smile
By Simon Caldwell, Catholic News Service MANCHESTER, England (CNS) — Catholics in the U.K. paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II following her death Sept. 8 and the end of a reign that lasted more than 70 years. The British sovereign died “peacefully” at Balmoral, the royal residence in Scotland, surrounded … Read More about British Catholics pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
Pope Francis expressed his deep sadness upon learning the death of Queen Elizabeth II as he commended “her noble soul” to the mercy of God the Father. Her Royal Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland died on Thursday afternoon at Balmoral Castle, … Read More about Pope, NZ Bishops mourn death of Queen Elizabeth II
Monte Cecilia Housing Trust chief executive Bernie Smith is stepping down from his role this month, leaving what was previously a $1.4 million operation with a budget this year of $30 million. “We had three years where we’ve doubled in size every year. Not because we wanted to double in … Read More about Advocate hopes for better deal for homeless
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