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Wednesday 20 November
Sarah and Hajjar / Hagar, our Abrahamic Matriarchs: The second Wellington Abrahamic Council event on Wednesday 20 November will focus on the Sarah and Hajjar / Hagar, the matriarchs of our three Abrahamic religions, their stories, their past and modern meanings, and their central place in our religious narratives. Our three speakers are all learned and distinguished members of our religious communities: Dr Claire Massey, former Chair of the Wellington Jewish Community Centre; Dr Rota Stone a multiply ordained minister who has recently completed a PhD in early Jewish-Christian relations; and Rehanna Ali, a founder of the Islamic Women’s Council and long time and beloved promoter of interfaith dialogue.

25 November – 15 December
The Archdiocesan ecology, Justice and Peace Commission invite faith communities to host the video ‘Stand up for Te Tiriti: Christian Perspectives on the Treaty Principles Bill’. Additional information on https://www.wn.catholic.org.nz/about/commission-for-ecology/ejp-commission-activities/

Friday 29 November
XLT. A night of music, worship, Eucharistic adoration and more for teens and young adults. 7pm – 9pm, St Anne’s Newtown.

2-5 December
Archdiocese of Wellington YCL Camp for students entering leadership positions in their Colleges in 2025.

Saturday 7 – Sunday 8 December
Bake sale fundraiser for the ongoing restoration work of the Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred Heart after each weekend Mass.

14 – 18 January
Life Teen Aotearoa Summer Camp. For more information visit lifeteen.nz.

Friday 14 February
St Valentines Day Mass. 6pm, Sacred Heart Cathedral.

Regular events

  • Compassion Soup Kitchen meals. The Compassion Soup Kitchen is continuing to serve meals to anyone who needs them; 7.45am – 8.45am & 4.45pm-5.45pm, Monday to Saturday at 132 Tory Street, Wellington. Contact 04 385 9299 if you have any questions. 
  • Craft Group: Every Thursday 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm (Starts 7 Mar –  Ends 12 Dec 2024). Our Lady’s Home of Compassion 2 Rhine Street, Island Bay, Wellington. Bring a project you’re working on and join our friendly and informal group for our weekly gathering. For more information contact ph. (04) 383-7769 or events@compassion.org.nz
  • Quiet Days Second Thursday of every month 10:30 am – 2:30 pm (Starts 14 Mar – Ends 10 Oct 2024). Our Lady’s Home of Compassion 2 Rhine Street, Island Bay, Wellington. A time for gentle reflection on insights from the life and works of Venerable Suzanne Aubert.  There is no fee, however, a koha is greatly appreciated. Registration: sr.sue@compassion.org.nz
  • Taizé: First Friday of every month 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm (Starts 01 Mar – Ends 6 Dec 2024). Where: The Chapel of Our Lady of Compassion, 2 Rhine Street, Island Bay, Wellington. A reflective time with simple songs and scripture that brings us to stillness and silence. All are welcome.
  • Miha: Sunday 11:00 am (Starts 11 Feb – Ends 15 Dec 2024). Where: The Chapel of Our Lady of Compassion, 2 Rhine Street, Island Bay, Wellington. Join us for our Sunday mass in Te reo Māori.
  • Mass/ Morning Prayer: Every Wednesday and Thursday at 8:30 am (Starts 07 Feb – Ends 21 Dec 2024). Where: The Chapel of Our Lady of Compassion, 2 Rhine Street, Island Bay, Wellington. Join us for a contemplative morning mass to start the day.
  • Christian Meditation Every Monday 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Thursday 11:00 am – 12:00 pm (Starts 08 Feb Ends 19 Dec 2024). Where: The Chapel of Our Lady of Compassion, 2 Rhine Street, Island Bay, Wellington. An ancient form of contemplative prayer, deeply anchored in the teachings of the early Christian desert fathers and mothers. All welcome.