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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Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said there will be “very open conversations” with community groups, including faith-based organisations, regarding rules around any future requirements concerning a Covid-19 vaccination certificate or passport. At a press conference on October 5, Ms Ardern indicated that vaccine passports or certificates will be mandated for large … Read More about Vaccine passports a sensitive subject
Wellington Cardinal John Dew asked newly-ordained priest Fr Hayden Powick, SM, to remember to always remain in Jesus’ love, so that he (Fr Powick) can “serve the people in the great spirit of joy and service and gratitude”. The cardinal ordained Fr Powick on October 9, 2021 under level two Covid-19 alert level conditions, which meant restricting the number of people who … Read More about New priest told to remain in Christ’s love
Catholic health professionals, chaplains and priests are being given guidelines and pastoral help to work with people who decide to die under the End of Life Choice Act which takes effect on November 7. Though the Church opposes the deliberate taking of human life, it cannot turn away those who … Read More about Catholic guidelines in NZ for those working with people choosing ‘assisted dying’
The ordinations to the diaconate of Deacons Alfred Tong, Adam Kirkeby and Monty Bamford took place under different circumstances from what was originally planned, but this was seen as symbolically appropriate for their future ministry. Originally, the three were to be ordained as transitional deacons in Auckland on September 18, … Read More about Three deacons ordained
New Zealand places of worship which elect not to require a vaccination certificate for entry will have reduced numbers at services under all levels of the new three-level “traffic light” system for managing Covid-19 in the community announced by the Government on October 22. Places of worship are grouped together … Read More about Future limits for NZ places of worship that don’t use vaccine certs for entry
Catholic and Lutheran churches in Aotearoa New Zealand have approved a statement recognising the unity of each other’s baptisms. The statement – Baptised Together in Christ – will be particularly helpful for families wanting to baptise their child where one parent is Lutheran and the other Catholic. The baptism agreement … Read More about Lutherans and Catholics in NZ reach landmark baptism agreement
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