Parishes
Resources, events, and opportunities for parishes and communities to be involved in our mission.
Lent
Lent is a time of prayer, fasting and almsgiving in preparation for Easter. Support our work of charity and justice for the poorest and most vulnerable around the world, including Aotearoa New Zealand.
Day of Prayer for Refugees & Migrants
We look at issues faced by refugees and migrants in Aotearoa New Zealand and worldwide. Join us in praying for human dignity for all.
Social Justice Week
The Catholic Bishops of New Zealand set aside a week in September for Social Justice Week, inviting us to reflect and take action on a current social justice issue.
World Day of the Poor
The World Day of the Poor was established by Pope Francis in 2017 as a way of bringing communities together to re-focus on the plight of the poor.
Events to look out for in 2024:
World Day of Peace
1 January
World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
30 July
14 February - 28 March
Day of Prayer for Creation
1 September
World Oceans Day
8 June
8 - 14 September
World Refugee Day
20 June
St. Francis of Assisi Day
4 October
17 November