Weekly Notices

Christ-like Listening Seminar

Fr Dominic Sultana, a priest from Malta, is offering a simple, Spirit‑led formation that helps Christians walk with one another - the way Jesus did. During the sessions, participants learn to listen without fixing, discern where God is moving, ask questions that open hearts, walk beside others responsibly and support others without controlling them. The first part of the seminar will be held on 10 - 12 July at Christ the King Pastoral Centre, Burnside.
To register, please go cdoc.nz/news-events/christ-like-listening-seminar

Thinking about a Vocation to the Priesthood or Religious Life?

The Good Shepherd knows his sheep and lays down his life for them. Are you being called to Shepherd others as a Priest or Religious? Pope Leo XIV encourages all young people to “listen to the voice of the Lord who invites you to a full and fruitful life, calling you to put your talents to use”. “In coming to know the Lord … you will ‘discover your vocation’, which is an immeasurable gift for the Church and for those who receive it with joy”. Contact the Vocations Director, Fr Monty Bamford on frmonty@cathedralparish.nz or the Vocations Coordinator, Matt O’Connell on 366-9869 or moconnell@cdoc.nz if you want more information or to talk about a possible vocation.

CATHOLIC DIRECTORY

The latest edition of the New Zealand Catholic Directory is available for purchase. It is the comprehensive record of the people and organisations in the Catholic Church in New Zealand. The print edition can be purchased for $40, including GST and postage. Order your copy by emailing directory@nzcbc.org.nz.

WORLD YOUTH DAY 
Young Adults, now is the time to move for the opportunity of a lifetime - joining with Catholics from all over the Diocese, the motu and the world for an incredible experience.

More information can be found at www.cyt.org.nz/wyd

For enquiries, please contact mcurrie@cdoc.nz

SISTER EVELEEN RETREAT HOUSE

You are warmly invited to join us for one of our Retreats.

Sister Eveleen Retreat House, Sumner, 6 Whitewash Head.

For retreat info and to register follow this link.

Replenish Country Cottage, Retreat and Venue

Looking for a peaceful space to spend time with God or a beautiful venue for your next event?

Nestled at the foot of Mt Thomas Suitable for personal retreats, private functions, and wedding receptions. Replenish is 20 mins from Rangiora.

Enquiries to Cameron Surrey 022 109 2428

replenishretreat.co.nz

CATHOLIC ENQUIRY CENTRE

Exploring faith or returning to Church? You’re always welcome — find out more at www.catholicdiscovery.nz

Joshua 40-Year Celebration Weekend

All Men are invited to gather for a weekend to celebrate 40 years of Joshua Men’s Fellowship.

Date : Fri evening Aug 14 to Sun midday Aug 16

Venue: Keswick Christian Camp, Rotorua

Keynote Speaker: Robert Falzon, Leader of Australia’s menALIVE and Author of

“Importance of a Present Dad”

Cost: $247pp including accommodation and meals

To Register: Follow the link or Scan the QR Code or contact Mike Lobo (021) 2809285.

Mass in Te Reo Māori

Mass will be celebrated in te reo Māori at St. Mary’s Pro-Cathedral at the following times:

First Sunday of the month — 12:30 pm, Blessed Sacrament Chapel, followed by a cup of tea.

Second Sunday of the month — 12:30 pm, Blessed Sacrament Chapel

Third Sunday of the month — 12:30 pm, Blessed Sacrament Chapel

Fourth Sunday of the month — 6:00 pm, Nave (Parish Mass)

Fifth Sunday (when applicable) — 12:30 pm, Blessed Sacrament Chapel

Booklets provided. All welcome.

ST JOSEPH’S SCHOOL NEW PLYMOUTH

Past students, staff and families are invited to join St Joseph’s School, New Plymouth in their centenary celebration on Oct 23-25, 2026.

Register your interest here and follow the event Facebook page.

Inner City Catholic Women’s League (CWL)

Faith • Service • Fellowship

Inner City CWL has been part of our community for 8 years. We are a small group of women who are caring supportive and enjoy our faith, friendship and a little fun along the way.

We meet at 7:00pm on the second Wednesday of each month at St Mary’s Pro-cathedral.

May is the month of Mary and CWL Promotion Month - a perfect time to come and see what we are about. We warmly welcome new members to join us. If you would like to connect with like-minded women and be part of a welcoming community, please come along for a visit - you would be most welcome.

For more information, contact Bonny

bonbazstephens@gmail.com

021 178 2552

Ten Decades of St. Peter’s

Why did the Monsignor burn a parishioner’s clothes pegs? What were Ember Days? Why did St. Peter’s School principal fear turning into Fisher Ave.? How did the Community “canonise” the parish priest? All the answers are in a new, 100 page, hard cover book entitled “Ten Decades of St. Peter’s Catholic Community Beckenham 1927-2027”. Copies available for a $25 donation to St. Vincent de Paul (Beckenham). Contact svdpbeckenham@gmail.com

Made for Love: Marriage Preparation Course

Getting married soon? What are you really saying I do to? This one-day course is for engaged couples preparing to get married in the Catholic Church.

It’s a chance to pause, reconnect, and invest in your future together. You’ll explore what helps marriages thrive, how to navigate differences well, and what those vows actually mean. Plus, enjoy morning tea and lunch together, and take home plenty of practical resources.

Next course: Sat, Jul 25. $140 per couple.

Hosted by the John Paul II Centre for Life. 

Sign up at: https://jp2.org.nz/marriage-pr...

Holiday in the Hurunui

Two holiday homes are available to rent from the Hurunui parish. Hamner $120/night 2brm; Hawarden $80/night 1 brm. Booking enquiries to catholichurunui@gmail.com

FABRIC FAIR

The Hoon Hay Catholic Women’s League is holding a Fabric Fair on Sat, Aug 15 between 10am and 1.30pm at Catholic Cathedral College.

Come, donate, buy and sell fabric, wool and haberdashery.

Clean out your Cupboards, Declutter your drawers. Donations of clean fabrics, wool and haberdashery appreciated and can be donated at St Vincent de Paul shops in Hornby, Papanui, Stanmore Rd or Manchester Street.

Optional gold coin on entry, for Alzheimer’s New Zealand, CWL National At Home Appeal for 2026.

Interested in selling? Tables are available for hire for $30. For more information or to book a table email cwlhoonhay@gmail.com

Te Kupenga Catholic Theological College

Te Kupenga Catholic Theological College is now accepting enrolment for the micro-credential on Management of Church Organisations. This is an online course over 6 weeks. Class starts on Jul 20. For more information, go to

www.tekupenga.ac.nz/churchmanagement

Wednesdays at One

All invited to a weekly feast of music at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral. View the latest schedule on our website.

160 YEAR CELEBRATION of ST PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH - ROSS

All are warmly invited to join the celebration of 160 years of faith, fellowship and community at St Patrick’s Catholic Church in Ross.

Date: Sat, Oct 24

Registration is $50 per person.

Email info@rossgoldtown.org to for more information and to register.

SEEKING WELLNESS: A REFLECTION DAY WITH JULIAN OF NORWICH

Sr Lyndall Brown rsj will facilitate this day on Tues, 28 Jul, 10.30am - 2pm. At Te Manaa Atawhai Catherine McAuley Centre at Villa Maria College. A Rosary House Spiritual Life Centre day. Julian of Norwich’s spirituality gives us windows of insight into wellness. During the day there will be exploration of Awareness, Goodness, Appreciation and Joy, Love and the Cosmic Christ through the writings of Julian. Bring own lunch; tea, coffee, snacks provided. Koha/Donation. Registration helpful to roho@xtra.co.nz or 03 2791298.

ST AUGUSTINE’S BOOKSHOP

Come and visit our cosy second-hand bookshop for your Catholic winter spiritual reading. We would love to see you enjoy our great selection of books.

Hours: Wed - Sat, 11.00am - 2.00pm

Location: Christ the King Centre, 90 Greers Rd

Donations of Catholic books are welcomed

Contact Dan Martin on 022 175 1789 for more information.

UPCOMING SAFEGUARDING WORKSHOPS

Sun, 5 Jul
2.00pm-3.30pm - St Annes, Woolston

ONLINE:
Wed, 15 Jul - Lunch & Learn - 12.00pm-1.00pm. Register by emailing
Clodagh: cward@cdoc.nz

Tues, 21 Jul
5.30pm - 7.00pm - Chervier Centre, Rangiora

Click here or scan QR Code for more information.

SINGLES FOR CHRIST – CHRISTIAN LIFE PROGRAM

Looking for a community and a deeper relationship with God? Singles for Christ invites all single young adults (ages 18–40) to join our 8-week Christian Life Program, a space to grow in faith, discover God’s love, and build lasting friendships.

The program will be held at St Theresa’s Parish Hall, starting on Thur, 16 July at 6:30 pm.

For more information, please contact Amielle Abela at 022 360 3327 or sfcnzchch@gmail.com. You can also follow us on Instagram and Facebook

@sfcchristchurch.

THE ART OF CELEBRATING MASS WORKSHOP – ARS CELEBRANDI

Parish liturgy teams, school staff, parish leadership teams, and all involved in the preparation of the sacred liturgy are invited to a special workshop with international liturgist Fr Paul Turner.

Fr Paul is an experienced parish priest and respected liturgist and will deepen our understanding and love of the Eucharist in the Liturgy. Sat, 8 Aug, 9.30am to 12.30pm at St Joseph’s Pastoral Centre, 133 Main North Road.

No cost to attend but registration is required by going to our website

cdoc.nz/news-events/ars-celebrandi-workshop

For more information contact Mike Stopforth, mstopforth@cdoc.nz or phone 027 5398 542

OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL MASS

The Carmelite Sisters warmly invite you to the annual celebration of the Mass of Our Lady of Mt Carmel on Sun, 19 Jul at 2.30pm, at the Carmelite Monastery, 52 Halswell Road. Bishop Michael Gielen will be the principal celebrant at a concelebrated Mass, followed by afternoon tea. We hope this will be the last time we celebrate this Feast in our current Chapel, as we look to the building of our new Chapel. You are most welcome to join us on this special occasion to ask Our Lady’s intercession for all your intentions. In preparation, a novena of Masses will be offered for all our relatives and friends.

INFORM

The latest issue of Inform will be available in parishes this weekend or online at cdoc.nz/inform

MISSIONHUB

Mon, 13 Jul at 7.00pm - 8.30pm. All welcome to join the next MisshionHub zoom, Jacinta Nicholls will share insights and practical experience from St Peter Chanel Parish. Explore how genuine welcome, intentional relationships, and a strong sense of community create the conditions for faith to grow and discipleship to flourish. Register here.

MOVIE SCREENING

Pesta Babi (Pig Feast) tells of Papuans standing up for their land and livelihoods against the Indonesian occupation which is destroying millions of hectares of forest. Over 1800 huge crosses have been erected as a prayer for protection and a sign of resistance. Come and see this movie produced by renowned West Papuan journalist Victor Mambor and directed by Indonesian Dandhy Dwi Laksono at Aldersgate Centre, 309 Durham Street, Fri, 17 Jul.

5.30 pm Soup, and buns. 6.00 pm Film Screening.

AOTEAROA CHRISTIANS FOR PEACE IN PALESTINE

Bearing Witness Tour Palestinian Christian Perspectives: How should Christians respond to violence and injustice in the Holy Land? Dr. Lamma Mansour and Yousef Khoury are respected Palestinian Christian theologians bringing firsthand perspectives on faith, justice and costly peace-making to churches across Aotearoa New Zealand. Come and hear them at the Cardboard Cathedral Mon, 17 Jul 7.00pm or Oxford Terrace Baptist Church, Mon, 20 Jul 7.00pm. For more info visit ac4pp.com/tour

REDISCOVERING THE ROSARY

Fr Dominic Sultana is offering a series into the heart of the Rosary on Thu, 9 Jul, 16 Jul & 23 Jul, 7.00-8.30pm. Sessions will be held at Christ the King Pastoral Centre. For more information about this and other events offered by Fr Dominic visit

godmediation.world/christchurch-2026