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 Youth Day 2027 launch Mass and information session
On Wednesday, 7 October 2026, the Young Church team held a Mass to launch preparations for World Youth Day (WYD) 2027.
Catholic Enquiry Centre – Hearts Aflame 2027 Scholarship
Catholic Enquiry Centre is supporting one young person to attend Hearts Aflame 2027 on a full scholarship.
Diaconate Ordination of Gerson Badayos
Wellington seminarian Gerson Badayos was ordained to the Transitional Diaconate by Archbishop Paul on Friday, 2 October.
Upcoming events in the Archdiocese
Mass to mark the start of Caritas Oceania Forum at Sacred Heart Cathedral
October 18, 2026
7:00 PM
Sacred Heart Cathedral
St Benedict’s School 75th Jubilee
October 22, 2026
12:00 AM
Online safeguarding workshop
October 27, 2026
7:00 PM
Online
ADW Young Church Network Gathering at St Joseph’s, Mount Victoria
October 31, 2026
12:00 PM
St Joseph’s Church
Love is a Decision – November 1
November 1, 2026
10:00 AM
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
