"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 entire universe speaks of God’s love…” LS 84

“The world is a joyful mystery." Laudato Si 12

We are the Catholic community of the lower North and upper South Islands of Aotearoa New Zealand, following Jesus Christ by celebrating and sharing faith, growing in community, caring for our common home, and working for justice and peace

Reflections

WEBINAR WITH ARCHBISHOP PAUL:

Join Archbishop Paul for a special webinar hosted by @caritasaotearoanz!

On Wednesday, 18 March beginning at 7:30pm, Archbishop Paul will discuss Jesus' miracle of healing a man born blind. Through this miracle on the Sabbath, Jesus challenges spiritual blindness and continues his focus on the dignity of the poor and marginalised.

Everyone is welcome - we hope you can join us! More info here:

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Lent 2026

Archbishop Paul calls on us to be courageous this Lenten season as we prepare for the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It’s a precious time to prepare our hearts, minds and souls in celebration of the great Paschal mystery, and he encourages us to pray, seek forgiveness, and to trust in God.

Farewelling Br Douglas Dawick FMS

Br Douglas Dawick FMS was farewelled at a beautiful memorial at Ss Peter and Paul on Feb. 21.

Love is a Decision courses

The Love is a Decision marriage preparation programme is coming back for 2026!

Upcoming events in the Archdiocese

Webinar with Archbishop Paul

South Island Catholic Schools Commissioning Mass

Ash Wednesday at Wellington Cathedral of St Paul

North Island Catholic Schools Commissioning Mass

Blessing of Samoan communities in the Archdiocese

Catholic schools commissioning Masses

Community

WelCom December 2025

The December edition of WelCom is out!

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