"Pour out upon us the power of your love." LS 246
"For all things speak of you..." Laudato Si 246
"The earth was here before us..." LS 67
“The world is a joyful mystery." Laudato Si 12
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CATHOLIC SCHOOLS COMMISSIONING MASSES:

2026 Catholic Schools Commissioning Masses are coming up - and you're invited!

The Masses will be:

✝ South Island -
Date: Friday 13 February
Time: 5:30pm
Location: St Mary's Church, Blenheim

✝ North Island -
Date: Tuesday 17 February
Time: 5:30pm
The Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred Heartcred Heart, Wellington

During the Mass, all who serve within our school and college communities will be commissioned and blessed in their ministries, and professional development certification will be awarded.

We look forward to seeing you there! 😁
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Jubilee Year of Saint Francis and experiencing the word of God

As 2026 gets underway, Archbishop Paul reminds us that this is also a special Jubilee Year of Saint Francis of Assisi. He also encourages us to get involved in parish life, study scripture – and that everyone’s welcome at Mass.

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