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New Zealand’s Catholic bishops have expressed anguish at the many wars being fought in the world today, and have asked Kiwi Catholics to join them in praying for peace.
Two Catholic primary schools in Wellington will close at the end of this school year. Source: The Post.
One of the Church’s best-known experts on parish renewal and two New Zealand bishops are among those who will headline a Catholic conference in Palmerston North this October.
A Coroner has expressed concern at the circumstances that preceded a priest’s death last November, including instances of apparent financial exploitation. Source: Radio New Zealand.
Pope Leo XIV told leaders from other churches and religions that he intends to continue ecumenical and interfaith dialogue. Source: CNA.
A man facing seven charges of arson related to church fires in Masterton in February was subdued by Police when he attempted a haka in court earlier this week. Source: Wairarapa Times-Age.
A survey of religious and spiritual beliefs in Ireland shows Christianity is held in high regard, but the Church is not viewed so favourably. Source: Iona Institute.
The Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople says he will meet with Pope Leo XIV in Turkey this year to commemorate the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea. Source: Orthodox Observer News.
St Patrick’s College Silverstream has won the 2025 O’Shea Shield speech and drama competition for Catholic colleges in Wellington Archdiocese and Palmerston North Diocese.
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