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Updated June 2025
Peter’s Pence
The Feast of Sts Peter and Paul, June 29, is the day when the annual Peter's Pence collection is taken. The collection is to support the Holy Father in his ministry and his charitable activities in response to emergencies and needs around the world. Peter’s Pence is a gesture of communion and participation in the Pope’s mission to proclaim the Gospel, promote peace and spread Christian charity. You are encouraged to consider how you can contribute through your local community or online at ObolodiSanPietro.va
That website also has links to a range of materials that can be used for social media and other online platforms.
*** Please note *** There have been reports of multiple fake facebook pages set up in the name of Pope Leo asking for donations for Peter’s Pence. Only use the dedicated website for ObolodiSanPietro.va donations. Pope Leo only has Instagram and Twitter under the Pontificate verified account - look for the tick. For any collection drive only use the donation means that your parish/church visiting has organised, official envelopes or official website.
9 Sept 2025 ~ Hamilton Prayer Breakfast ~
Ephesians 4:3 “Make every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding yourselves together with peace.”
You can purchase a table of 10 for your parish or ministry, or you can purchase an individual ticket and we will sit you with someone from our diocese.
Love in Action for our Communities, Church, City and Nation
A team of Christian pastors and representatives organise an annual prayer breakfast to pray for our city. The mayor and members of parliament generally attend. They are very welcoming and happy to have us join with them. This is not a fundraising event, sponsorship and grants are applied for so the cost is kept at a minimum. It would be a great community initiative if the Hamilton Diocese was well represented again. Last year we booked and filled three tables - lets make it four this year!
The Catholic Diocese of Hamilton is recruiting for a Youth Ministry Coordinator to work with youth in our Bay of Plenty parishes.
This could either be full time or 30 hours per week. Travel is involved, therefore a full drivers licence is required.
For more information, including job description, please contact the Pastoral Services Manager, joannak@cdh.org.nz
Hearts Aflame Catholic Summer School:
Hearts Aflame Catholic Summer School is back again this summer with ten days of world-class lectures, uplifting prayer and authentic community!
Hearts Aflame is a life-changing experience for young adults aged 18 to 35 who want to know more about their faith, have an authentic encounter with Christ and meet other Catholic young adults from all over New Zealand. Join us this year at Nga Tawa Diocesan School, Marton, from January 2-11 2026!
Registrations open July 6th at 1pm: we sell out fast so be in quick! Visit heartsaflame.org.nz to register or find out more.
An ‘image version’ of this notice is available here for noticeboards etc.
The next four dates for Miha Māori are as follows:
St Matthew's Catholic Church, 59 Silverdale Rd, Silverdale , 11am
Sun, 27 July, Sun, 24 Aug, Sun, 28 Sept, Sun, 26 Oct
Join Father Dalton, Professor of Theology in Rome and renowned international speaker on the Shroud of Turin - the alleged burial cloth of Jesus and MOST STUDIED ARCHEOLOGICAL ARTEFACT IN THE WORLD! Hear the latest evidence for the legitimacy of the Shroud which has even led atheists to faith.
This will include: Buffet Dinner and Dessert: Enjoy a quality buffet dinner with a cash bar onsite.
Amazing Evidence to Deepen Your Faith: With hundreds of thousands of hours of study from every branch of science, come and hear the overwhelming evidence that the shroud was truly Jesus’ burial cloth! You'll be shocked at what this uncovers about Jesus' passion and the relevance this has for our faith today.
Q&A Session: Hit Fr. Dalton with your best questions surrounding the Shroud to round out the evening.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from Fr. Dalton and discover for yourself why this is one of Christianity's most intriguing relics!
Please contact Kirsty if you wish to go - we could arrange car pooling/joining a table. kirstym@cdh.org.nz
PARISH HALL FUNDRAISER
Come and spend an afternoon with Fr Chris Skinner, SM at the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary on Sunday 24 August at 2pm.
This is a fundraising event for our new community parish hall. Bring friends and family along for a wonderful afternoon of music and fellowship.
To book tickets online follow this link
Download flyer for your foyer here
Would you like to attend the Family First's annual Forum in Manukau, 28 - 29th August?
Family First (charitable trust) promotes family values. They have an excellent website, check it out for details. It doesn't advertise itself as Christian but most of the speakers and most of the attendees last year were. Depending on numbers we could carpool, share accommodation etc. Please contact Richard Turnbull on 012 0250 1899.
You're invited to the Couples for Life Christian Life Program
a joyful, spirit-filled journey that will bless your life and relationships
Registration is Free and everyone is Welcome
Starts 15th June 2025, St Matthews Catholic Church
Contact Jake - 027 703 3727 or Ann - 021 026 67447
Billings Ovulation Method™ Natural Fertility Seminar Auckland Saturday 12th to Sunday 13th July 2025
The Billings Ovulation Method™ is a Fertility Awareness Method that helps couples prevent or achieve pregnancy and track reproductive health and general well-being during the menstrual cycle. When used correctly, it is highly effective. This seminar is designed for health professionals and those wishing to become accredited Billings Teachers. It will also benefit individuals wanting to use the Method and those involved in pre-marriage programs.
Billings Teachers Needed!
A growing demand for our teaching services has created a need for more accredited Billings educators. If you are interested, please contact us! For information: Contact Billings LIFE NZ National Office.
Register at: https://www.billingslife.org.nz/training-seminar
Billings LIFE NZ - Phone: 0800 693 378 - info@billingslife.org.nz - www.billingslife.org.nz
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Hope and Renewal Summit–3&4 October, Palmerston North - Last week for Earlybird pricing!
Parish renewal isn’t just for one person — it’s a shared mission. Come with others to be inspired, equipped, and renewed. Then bring that spark of hope back to your parish. Hope and Renewal Summit | Earlybird $180 (Standard $280) Palmerston North | 3–4 October 2025 (Earlybird ends 15 June)
www.hoperenewalsummit.com
#HopeAndRenewal #DivineRenovation #ParishRenewal #HopeAndRenewalSummit #CatholicNZ #DiocesePN
Download full flyer here (we will send a new one to swap out in a couple of weeks)
VACANCY – DIRECTOR, CATHOLIC ENQUIRY CENTRE: For over 60 years, the Catholic Enquiry Centre has helped thousands of people explore the Catholic faith and, in many cases, become Catholic. An agency of the Bishops Conference, the Centre is the first point of contact for enquirers seeking information about the Catholic Church in Aotearoa New Zealand, and supports Church communities in their mission of evangelisation. The Centre is seeking a new Director to lead a small team in continuing this important work. A personal commitment to the Catholic Church along with a proven history of sharing the faith and of leading a team will be necessary. Please send expressions of interest to secretariat@nzcbc.org.nz by June 6. The role could be filled sooner for the right candidate, so please contact the Bishops Conference promptly.
SAINT TERESA’S SCHOOL BLUFF is to celebrate 125 years Jubilee.
Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th October 2025.
We would love to see you and do let your friends / relations know.
Enquiries to Sonz125@hotmail.com
St Joseph’s Hāwera | 150 Years
St Joseph’s Parish & School, Hāwera, will be celebrating 150 years over Labour Weekend, 24–26 October 2025. All past and present members of the parish and school community are invited to participate in the Jubilee celebrations. Registration Forms & Event Calendar are available at www.stjoeshawera150celebration.co.nz. For further details email: stjosephshawerajubilee@gmail.com.
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PHOTOS REQUIRED
St. Patrick's Parish Putaruru is celebrating its 100 year centenary this year on 30th November 2025.
As part of the celebrations, we will be having a photographic exhibition and would kindly ask if anyone has any photos of St. Patrick's Church, in particular the construction or opening of the church if they could scan and email to the parish office: stpatricksputaruru@gmail.com along with any stories or names that may be in relation with the photos.
"Te Kupenga Catholic Theological College is offering online webinars in 2025. This series features our current and past students who will inspire us as they talk about growing in faith, leadership in ministry, and their role in ministry.
Please share the attached flyer
Copy and paste of information available below.
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UP NEXT:
Parish Ministry in Aotearoa New Zealand
Wednesday, 20 August 2025
5-6pm via Zoom
Speaker: Emily Sit (Director of Mission & Evangelisation – Palmerston North Diocese)
Raising a Catholic Family in the Third Millennium
Wednesday, 08 October 2025
Speakers: Cameron and Cheryl Surrey (Catholic Parents – Cheryl is the Regional Lead for Divine Renovation NZ)
Reflections on Jubilee 2025 – Pilgrims of Hope
Wednesday, 26 November 2025
Speaker: Fadi Yalda (CTC Biblical Studies Lecturer)
We have renewed our annual subscription for sacredmusic.online
If your parish/community-group/school is interested please contact kirstym@cdh.org.nz we have set up a diocesan subscription and can add you as a user.
The Guidebook Pilgrimage Aotearoa, is available for distribution in the Hamilton Diocese, on behalf of the wonderful authors, John Hornblow and Jenny Boyack. It’s genesis and release are certainly a moment of Divine Providence given that 2025 is the Year of the Pilgrimage!!
Dove Catholic Fellowship for Women, is excited to be launching a new initiative called Dovecotes. We invite you to prayerfully consider joining us by forming a Dovecote in your parish. All it needs is for two or more women, to support each other to deepen their personal relationship with Jesus Christ, through regular shared prayer. Our leaflet called ‘Welcome to Dovecotes’ available from your parish, contains all the relevant information. It’s also on our website: www.dove.org.nz or email Gloria Stafford: dovenational.leader@gmail.com
Mens Rosary Group
Calling all men to gather and pray for the conversion of New Zealand.
Meet: Steps of the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary
When: Saturday July 5th, 12pm
Contact: Bruce 021 556 227
(These will continue to run every 1st Saturday of the Month)
Parish to Parish for Bed and Breakfast, Catholics throughout New Zealand and a few in Australia host Catholics in their homes, a wonderful way for Catholics to meet and enjoy the company of other Catholics A contribution of $50 for one person, and $30 for each additional guest, this is per night. E.g two people would pay $80 per night.
If you wish to purchase a book with the details of the hosts, the cost is $15, includes postage, contact or order from Marie Anderson 2 Brent Place, Christchurch 8053, phone 027 2800 611, email marie.ian@xtra.co.nz
Pro-Life Vigil Outside Waikato Hospital
Is anyone interested in attending a fruitful, legal and regular pro-life vigil outside Waikato Hospital?
Times and days that we meet: Wednesday’s and Alternate Friday’s
If you are interested in coming along please contact Ria Rose via email: sixroses@xtra.co.nz
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