Archbishop Paul shares his message for October, encouraging us to pray both individually and with each other.
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.
Community Stories
World Mission Sunday 2026
Songs and prayers in many Pacific languages filled Sacred Heart Cathedral on Sunday, 18 October for the Mission Sunday Caritas Oceania Forum Mass.
Marriage preparation courses for 2027
Dates for 2027 for the Archdiocese’s Marriage Preparation Programme have been released.
Catholic Enquiry Centre – Hearts Aflame 2027 Scholarship
Catholic Enquiry Centre is supporting one young person to attend Hearts Aflame 2027 on a full scholarship.
Upcoming events in the Archdiocese
Homage to Te Raukura: an evening of performance and reflection on Parihaka day
November 5, 2026
6:30 PM
St Mary of the Angels
Love is a Decision – November 8
November 8, 2026
10:00 AM
Reflection day: Being One with Earth at St Joseph’s Church
November 14, 2026
10:00 AM
St Joseph’s Church
Exalt: Christ the King 2026 at Sacred Heart Cathedral
November 21, 2026
10:30 AM
Sacred Heart Cathedral