Soon after the Extraordinary Synod of Bishops on the Family closed in Rome last month, NZ Catholic asked several New Zealanders for their thoughts on the synod. Continue reading
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Final message much changed from early report
The synod’s final report, released on October 18, presents substantial changes with respect to the much-discussed midterm report, especially regarding homosexual persons and the divorced and remarried. Continue reading
Little ‘paper pills’ prove a miracle for NZ woman
by ROWENA OREJANA
Every day is a miracle for Ilse Hanekomhull. Diagnosed with sarcoma, a type of cancer that started in her leg and spread to her lungs, she was given a year to live. Continue reading
Former formation director returns home
by ROWENA OREJANA
After seven years, Fr Stephen Lowe has stepped down from his role as formation
director at Holy Cross Seminary and has returned to Christchurch to his
first love, being a parish priest. Continue reading
Three senior staff 106 years at same school
by PETER GRACE
Three staff at Liston College in Auckland know the school more than extremely well — they have been there a combined 106 years. Continue reading
New glossary brings languages together
by SUE SECONI
A new glossary of Maori words and phrases is expected to become a valuable resource for the Catholic Church in Aotearoa New Zealand. Continue reading
Peace award for busy couple
by PETER GRACE
Retired couple Helen and Patrick Doherty can show, should they want to, that they have been
wholly dedicated and committed to peace, the environment and the community. Continue reading
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