NauMai September 2021
In June this year, parishioners in Rongotea marked Sacred Heart Church’s 126th year anniversary with a brunch after Sunday Mass. The church, originally built in 1895, has been part of various parishes over the years – most recently Bulls, Feilding and Our Lady of Lourdes. It’s 125-year jubilee was held late last year, after Covid-19 restrictions suspended the June commemorations. Parishioners, clergy, and friends celebrated at Sunday Mass on 1 November. Bishop Peter Cullinane, whose family worshipped at Rongotea, celebrated Mass. Almost 100 people gathered for lunch at Rongotea Tavern.
