DRAWING: WILLIAM DUIGNAN DRAWING: The Newsletter of the Catholic Bishop of EASTER ISSUE 80 : 28 MARCH 2010

Easter Mass times and Holy Week Liturgies, including the Sacrament of Reconciliation, for the Diocese visit: www.chch.catholic.org.nz/easter

“Getting established, getting known, getting going.”

A new committee of the NZ Catholic With extensive Bishops Conference met in February backgrounds in interfaith at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, work in Fiji, Pakistan, St Albans. As religious diversity the India, North and West Bishops have established this committee, Africa, France, the Middle convinced that the Church needs to be East and NZ, NZCBC more visible in this area. It follows their committee for Interfaith endorsement of the National Statement Relations includes - Sr on Religious Diversity, prepared by the Catherine Jones SMSM, NZ Human Rights Commission. The Boutros Nam (Ministry committee will liaise with the Pontifical Social Development), Nick Council for Inter-Religious Dialogue, Borthwick (Caritas), Sr develop networks throughout Australasia, John Bosco Kendall, RSJ educate and encourage Catholics to (Wanganui), Sharron Cole New Bishop’s Committee engage in interfaith dialogue, and (Wellington), and Fr Kevin respond to appropriate moments of Toomey, OP (Dunedin), for Interfaith Relations multi-faith prayer, such as during natural Sr Bertha Hurley SMSM meets disasters and international crises. (Christchurch). Ecumenical launch of Lent The combined choirs of the Christ Church Cathedral and the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament joined voices at a special liturgy on Ash Wednesday. Bishop and Bishop Victoria Matthews, who gave an inspired address, prayed together with Dean Peter Beck and Msgr to start the Lenten season. It was in the spirit of the joint declaration of the Archbishop of Canter- bury and Pope Benedict XVI, and in the spirit of Pope John Paul II’s encyclical letter on the quest for Christian unity “that they may all be one”.

Josephine Oorschot flanked by her counterpart from the Anglican Cathedral process together.

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Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, speaking world for their comments and for the formal approvals of the The Roman Missal in English various Bishops’ Conferences. The new translation - March 2010 translations are done in the light of In early January of this year, the fresh directives from the which New Zealand Bishops were invited to apply to translations into any language attend the meeting of ICEL at Waitangi of the Roman Missal. As well as the in the Bay of Islands. The International new translation, the new English text Commission on English in the Liturgy of the Roman Missal will include new (ICEL) is a mixed commission of forms of chant and elements of chant in Catholic Bishops’ Conferences in addition to those in the previous edition countries where English is used in of the English Missal. the celebration of the Sacred Liturgy The New Zealand Bishops have according to the Roman Rite. Eleven commissioned a new translation of Conferences of Bishops are members, many prayers of the Mass into the with another fifteen Conferences of Maori language in the light of the new Bishops having associate member status. translation directives mentioned earlier. Bishop , of the Diocese These texts are to be included in the of Hamilton, is the delegate of the New ICEL is the preparation of a new English new edition of the Roman Missal being Zealand Bishops’ Conference on ICEL. translation of the Missale Romanum, prepared for use in the dioceses of New The purpose of the Commission is to the Latin text of the Roman Missal Zealand. prepare English translations of each in its third edition since the Second A thorough catechesis has been of the Latin liturgical books and any Vatican Council. Over some years, new prepared by ICEL for use throughout individual liturgical texts in accord with translations of every section of the the English speaking . the directives of the Holy See. Roman Missal have been prepared and At Waitangi, ICEL members and the The work being done at present by circulated to the bishops of the English New Zealand Bishops were introduced to a major inter-active video resource for catechesis on the Mass, the Missal, and the new English translation and I FROM THE EDITOR was very impressed with its quality and scope. Much thought has already been Inform expands at Easter given as to the most effective ways of While some will be privately relishing a slimmer look during Holy Week, as a introducing the new English translation side benefit of giving up sweet things for Lent, Inform is expanding it’s waistline. of the Roman Missal to both priests After an extensive review, Bishop Barry has approved the following changes, and congregations throughout the beginning this issue: country. On the time line set down for • An increase from 12 to 16 pages, acknowledging the need for more space to the introduction of the newly translated cover the wide range of stories about significant events in our Diocese. English missal, it is intended to come • More room allows a larger font so it’s easier to read. into use on the 1st Sunday of Advent this • A move from partial black and white to full colour pages (although the year. cartoon remains black and white). • More copies, following reports from some parishes that they’d run out! Yours sincerely • Behind the scenes, Brian Roughan and his team at SprintPrint will now deliver pre-addressed bundles direct to parishes hot off the press. Thanks for your support. Enjoy some chocolate to celebrate the joy of Easter. Gerard Duignan Barry Jones Bishop of Christchurch

 INFORM THE NEWSLETTER OF THE CATHOLIC BISHOP OF CHRISTCHURCH Lenten programme very popular A five week Lenten programme in Christ the King Parish, Burnside has been proving so popular it has had to move out of the meeting room into the Church. “We filled every chair in the place” says pastoral worker Michele Ward, a member of the team co-ordinating activities. The adult education group began by running Alpha, which led to six study groups Christ the King parish that meet fortnightly, the pastoral worker, Michele Catholics Returning Home Ward series, and now the Lenten programme. Over 120 participants have come to the sessions, which involve a quarter hour liturgy, then teaching, followed by questions and supper. Guests have included Fr Ray Schmack, Fr John Adams, Fr Paul Williamson SM, Fr Kevin Foote and Sr Clare of Assisi. Over 70 parishioners responded to the call to visit every home in the parish to invite them to the series, which also helped update the parish roll.

Recently returned from a purchasing trip to Hawkes Bay, Bernard Wilkins (left) noted just two of the new books arriving at the Catholic Shop, Chancery Lane: • “Did Jesus have brothers or sisters?” - such questions are answered in I’m glad you asked! Common questions Catholics have about the Bible by Fr Mark Pierce. • “What are they and how are they used?” A modern guide to Indulgences by Edward Peters provides an intelligent and faithful explanation of one of the most misunderstood subjects in the church today. Jubilee St Paul’s Dallington “You don’t do God’s work with folded A double celebration took place in St arms!” Denis Aberhart, former principal of Paul’s parish in December with a diamond St Paul’s for 11 years, was quoted by MC jubilee for Sr Susan Ashby RSM sister of Jim Martin at the 75th Jubilee of St Paul’s the late Bishop Ashby, and a golden jubilee School in Dallington which was celebrated for Sr Colette Forde RSJ. Sr Susan spent 11 on Waitangi Day. At the dinner, Sr Colleen years as pastoral assistant in Dallington, Keeble (NZ Provincial, Sisters of St Joseph) following diocesan involvement in presented the school with a “three faces” education and Sr Colette worked for 28 painting of Blessed Mary McKillop. A years at Marian College. Kathleen Casey booklet entitled Celebrating 75 Years has been compiled by Kathleen Casey, providing L-R: Sr Colette Ford RSJ, (50 years) Fr Miles an engaging record from small beginnings to O’Malley & Sr Susan Ashby RSM (60 years) after their Jubilee Mass at St Paul’s, Dallington. Tomorrow’s Schools. Picture courtesy of NZ Catholic.

St Paul’s first day pupils Feb 1935: L-R Marty Haughey, Ray Musson (RIP), Florence Davidson, Marie Sutherland, Leo Musson. Absent: John Ryan (Ray Musson died shortly after this event.) Picture courtesy of NZ Catholic

INFORM THE NEWSLETTER OF THE CATHOLIC BISHOP OF CHRISTCHURCH  Schools Inspired by the sea Working together as a team and applying principles of mathematics led students from Catholic Cathedral College to create a beautiful piece of artwork and win a prize for best Inquiry Project. Guided by teacher Liz Osokin, the group looked at Pacific art and designed a cross decorated with shells which they had carefully gathered and washed. Some cone shells were found at a school camp on Quail Island, in Lyttelton harbour.

Christchurch graduates Off To A Good Start The annual Commissioning Mass for schools in the Christchurch Diocese was held in the Cathedral, and in Timaru and Greymouth shortly after Term 1 began. Certificates and Diplomas for Religious Education were presented by Bishop Barry to the following: Classroom level Megan Cahill, Sarah Campbell, Suzanne Duffield, Megan Emery, Gerry Galbraith, Daniel Jay, Joanne Kennard, Angela Marshall, Emma Mills, Vanessa Pringle, Suzanne Stack, Bridget Story. Leadership Level Mike Bonisch, Sarah Burrowes, Andrea Dargan, Joanne Earl, Lorraine Frances-Rees, Julia Havell, Virginia Hillgrove, Beverley Jones, Lianneke Lodge, Maxine Margaritis, Jenny Moynihan, Mary O’Regan, Deborah Plant, Catherine Rush, Collette Sandilands, Sandra Shamy, Helen Simanu, Nicky Walkey, Julie Walters. Graduate Darryl Shute Diploma in Religious Studies (Religious Education) Mark Edward Caudel, Sarah Susan Campbell.

Creative cross designers Pasitalia Amituanai, Annabella Amituanai, Tracey Osai, Jaya Montecillo, Hannah Morrissey,

They researched traditional Pacific designs with the Candle-bearers wait to be sent back college’s Pacific Island co-ordinator, Trish Siataga, producing by Bishop Barry to their schools something rich with religious symbolism. From the foot of at the end of another empowering the cross the koru of Aotearoa is followed by the frangipani Commissioning Mass. from Pacific. On the crossbar, shells are assembled using the Samoan sharkstooth design representing our mountains. From the top of the cross, shines the sun, borrowed from the Filipino national flag. Three shells form the stalk of the frangpani suggest the Holy Trinity, the sharks teeth the suffering of the cross, and triumphing over all, the sun, giving us Christ the Light of the World. Barbara Te Miha

 INFORM THE NEWSLETTER OF THE CATHOLIC BISHOP OF CHRISTCHURCH Reuben Stuart Wayne Paletasala Rachel McCann & Adella Ryan Arapera Brown & Anna-Monique Nussbaumer rugby and tennis and would ski everyday if I could.” Out of school Paige Stevenson plays netball, touch and tennis. “I also really enjoy the personal fulfilment of endurance running. It gives me a sense of achievement where I can challenge myself mentally and Paige Stevenson physically. If I’m not doing any of that I will Zac Lilley & James Durcan Thomas Scott probably be with my friends or at school.” St Thomas of Canterbury Thomas Scott, is College Captain in HEAD STUDENTS his 7th year at St Thomas’ His interests outside school and study are around Villa Maria Cathedral College rugby, football and cricket, amongst Rachel McCann is into sport, sport Cathedral Head Boy: Wayne Paletasala other sports. “The reason St Thomas’ is and more sport. “Although I love all my was born and raised in Samoa, coming so successful is the emphasis placed on the sports, my main interest is hockey. Each week to Cathedral College in 2008, when individual. We are given the freedom to be I play, coach and train for various teams and he was also selected for the first XV. ourselves and express ourselves openly, backed yet I can’t get enough of it. School is also very “The greatest things about Cathedral are up by the restorative justice process.” Next important to me and I’m passionate about the teachers and the students. They have year he will probably be at Canterbury learning new and interesting topics.” supported me through good and also bad University doing Commerce and Law John Paul II High School, times. I wouldn’t be at the position of head degrees “ … but I’m fairly open to change.” boy if it wasn’t for them. The environment is Greymouth clean, healthy and safe. To me, I call Catholic JPII Head girl: Adella Ryan is not only Cathedral College HOME.” a mentor and house captain school, Cathedral Head Girl: Anna-Monique but also on the Student Council, the Nussbaumer hails from Sacred Heart Grey District Youth Council and the School and Parish, Addington. She was Committee for YouthTown. “My interests named High Achiever Pasifika Student are netball and basketball and hanging out in 2009. “Cathedral is a small college http://www.caritas.org.nz/ with my friends. Although I find public made up many cultures. Yet it never fails to speaking challenging, I am looking forward welcome those into a friendly and family- Justice Leadership Day for to my leadership role this year. with the like environment. Students are given the Senior Secondary Students support of Reuben.” opportunity to succeed with the devotion and “Leadership is a personal quest you JPII Head Boy: Reuben Stuart has support of their teachers. It is a happy and undertake, based on mission that been part of the Bishop Lyon’s Shield enjoyable school to both lead and attend.” troubles your heart.” Harriet Rubin’s Competition team for several years and quote set the tone for a Justice enjoys the challenge of debating. “I have St Bede’s College Leadership day (JLD) at St Gregory’s participated in a variety of cultural activities Zac Lilley plays rugby for the First XV Parish Centre, Burwood in February. at school including portraying St Marcellin and was a member of the successful Aimed at giving upper secondary Champagnat in an assembly presentation 2009 team. “In my spare time I like to get students skills and experience in social called An interview with Champagnat.” outdoors and play many other sports and justice and Catholic social teaching, Adella and Reuben attended the leaders particularly enjoy being involved in Marist Caritas education coordinator Catherine training in Auckland with Marist school Youth Leader and the community work with Gibbs and fundraising coordinator Karla studentsSchools from throughout New Zealand Marist Youth. I am looking forward to all the Paotonu were joined by Sr Senolita and the Pacific. challenges that await me during 2010 and Vakata RSM, founding Director of Marian College plan to excel academically to achieve my goal Caritas . Sr Senolita’s natural Arapera Brown is ‘quite heavily of studying Engineering at UC.” leadership gifts are supported by her involved’ in sport, especially dragon experience and knowledge of many boating and netball. “I am very excited Roncalli College areas – theology, spirituality, education, for this year and the challenges which come James Durcan is the youngest of six justice and development – and her with being Head Girl. I am looking forward children with five older sisters.“I have ability to integrate these with her to working closely with the leaders of other many interests, sporting and cultural. Music understanding of people and their schools and representing Marian College the is very important in my life and I love playing needs. She also visited Roncalli College best I can.” the violin, double bass and guitar. I play and Sacred Heart School, Timaru.

INFORM THE NEWSLETTER OF THE CATHOLIC BISHOP OF CHRISTCHURCH  Father Seamus Clenaghan RIP ‘a pastor after God’s heart’ A memorial Requiem Mass was who was so diligent at looking after the Lyttelton, Fairlie, Temuka and Tinwald. celebrated in the Cathedral by Father Catholic patients and bringing them the Always active, always a man of prayer, Rick Loughnan (Vicar General) for sacraments. this friendly and hospitable man Father Seamus Clenaghan RIP who In 1954, Bishop Joyce appointed Fr everywhere won the loyalty of his died in Ireland in January. He was Clenaghan administrator of the new St parishioners who recognised a good trained for the priesthood at All Hallows Albans Parish, Our Lady of Perpetual priest. Of course it was not always College which gave a number of priests Help, then still in the making. He was easy; he felt fully the strains of those to Christchurch; the remaining two of responsible for the building of the difficult and confusing years following them, Father D.K. O’Sullivan and Father church and the school and, when the the Second Vatican Council when the Finian Conway attended the memorial. Holy Faith sisters came from Ireland, priesthood was devalued by many and Here are some excerpts from the homily he greatly helped them settle into the some of the teachings of the Council given by Bishop : school. were widely misinterpreted. Yet he kept his balance and did not give up the “The priesthood is the love in the heart He helped Fr Bill O’Mahoney establish Church’s teaching on the priest and his of Jesus.” Those words, spoken over 150 the Mairehau Parish. They raised money role. years ago by St John Marie Vianney the with the famous rocket raffle. Curé of Ars, come to mind as we offer a Fr Clenaghan understood well the Requiem Mass for the repose of the soul In 1956, he founded another new parish, truth of what St John Vianney had of Fr Seamus Clenaghan. Fr Seamus, Christ the King at Burnside, beginning told his parishioners at Ars so many was a man of prayer, who cultivated a with a four acre paddock and a handful years ago: “A pastor after God’s heart priestly spiritual life. Because of that of people. They built a school, presbytery is the greatest treasure which the Lord he could spend all his active life giving and a church in that order. can grant to a parish and one of the a forceful and incisive witness to the The Sisters of the Sacred Heart arrived precious gifts of divine mercy ...The Gospel. in 1959 to run the primary school and priest holds the key to the treasures of Tonight we honour too all of those Irish later a secondary school for girls. The heaven; it is he who opens the door; priests who served in our diocese. In ten years as parish priest of Christ the he is the steward of the good Lord, every sense of the wordYear they were true King were the high point of his pastoral the administratorfor of his gifts ... It is Priests pastors, men with priestly hearts. work. Last year he wrote to the parish the priest who continues the work of jubilee from Ireland: “I will ever be redemption on earth.” Fr Seamus was ordained for the mindful of the parishioners of Christ the diocese of Christchurch in 1948 and King, especially those who worked so appointed to the staff of the Cathedral. Pilgrimage passes hard in the early years to establish the For a number of years he was Catholic parish.” through chaplain to Christchurch Hospital. I remember while I was still a seminarian, Fr Seamus served in Temuka from 1970 my mother, after a brief spell in hospital until 1990 when he retired to Ireland, , telling me of this young Irish priest after being parish priest of Rangiora,

Our Vietnamese seminarians with Bishop Barry after the vocations Mass at the Cathedral, as part of the national seminary hikoi. Along with Brendan McMahon, they are seminarians for our diocese at Holy Cross Seminary.

As a way of marking the Year for Fr Clenaghan celebrates Priests Holy Cross Seminary staff and the 90th birthday of his students made a pilgrimage from sister Sheila Kelly (right) Dunedin to Auckland this month to with their sister Georgie raise the profile of the Seminary, the Kearney in 2008 students, and the need for vocations. In each diocese they concelebrated Mass with its bishop presiding.

 INFORM THE NEWSLETTER OF THE CATHOLIC BISHOP OF CHRISTCHURCH What’s the situation re vocations - is it improving? Fr Steve Lowe The situation is changing. The seminary has a celebrates Mass, real ethnic diversity which reflects the diversity assisted by Fr of the Church in New Zealand. Numbers Ruben Elago and Fr of local vocations are slowly increasing. Philip Handforth at However, the more dramatic feature is how Jerusalem, during some dioceses have accepted men from outside From Forestry to Formation of the seminarians hikoi New Zealand to come here as seminarians; from Southland to our own four Vietnamese are an example. Future Priests - Fr Steve Lowe Auckland. Ultimately numbers at the seminary is of less importance to the numbers being ordained. What set you on the path to priesthood? The hikoi was a Seminary initiative to The man who finally presents himself to I grew up in a Catholic family in Hokitika mark the Year for Priests. All of us, both the his Bishop for ordination must have no less and leaving school I had a year at university priests and those training to be priests, were courage and passion than St Peter who left before working for the NZ Forest Service reaffirmed the joy of priesthood. The kindness everything to follow Jesus. and NZ Timberlands Ltd in Hokitika, of so many was a great sign that priesthood What would you say to anyone thinking Christchurch and Timaru. Priesthood was is a vocation that is worth living, and that of becoming a priest? never on my agenda – my plans were travel, is highly valued in the Church. On many If priesthood is what God is calling you marriage and family. That all changed in occasions we were told we should do this to, this is where you will find happiness Timaru where, as part of a young adults more often or every year! The histories of each and fulfilment. Even though there are ups group, I really discovered my faith. It was diocese were a great witness and testimony to and downs, as in all states of life, I know in Timaru that I had a very clear experience those who have passed on the faith through priesthood is the way God is calling me. of the Lord calling me to priesthood. I had the generations. Barbara Te Miha. Year for alwaysPriests had good relationships with the priests I had known and the priests in Timaru unable to attend due to ill North Parish were very helpful in this time of health. discernment. I started at Holy Cross College, Mosgiel in 1990 and I was ordained by A tribute concert Bishop John Cuneen in Hokitika in 1996. after lunch in the form of “This is your life Tom Your journey after ordination to now? Power” was enjoyed by I had two years in Mairehau Parish as a Fr. Tom Power invited guests, priests and seminarian, deacon and priest before I was and his family (l-r) Christine Forster hundreds of parishioners. posted to Ashburton for a year and then Parish Chairman, Tim Greymouth for two. In 2000 I was appointed (niece), Eileen Gebbie (sister), Fahy, appropriately dressed to Timaru North as Parish Priest. After five Leo Power in a tuxedo, narrated six years there I was sent to Rome to study for two Monsignor Tom Power (brother), Br. chapters in Fr. Tom’s life years IN preparation for Formation Director Gabriel (brother). with relevant musical items at Holy Cross Seminary in Auckland in 2008. performed in between. How do you cope with the business and NZ’s Oldest Parish Priest? These covered the 1920’s, stress of the priesthood? St. Peter’s, Beckenham claims to World War II, the Irish music for the Prayer and reflection is obviously central. have NZ’s oldest parish priest. At his West Coast, Fr. Tom’s accountancy But, even though my day can be tiring, I find 90th birthday celebration in February, background, right up to his latter celebrating the sacraments and preaching the Monsignor (popularly known as Fr. day achievements as the instigator Word incredibly stimulating. I like walking, Tom) Power had no plans to retire. and administrator of the Clergy Trust catching up with family and friends and Fund and his current role as Priest Co- The day of celebration started at the often you will find me at the airport with my ordinator of the South Christchurch Parish Mass with Bishops camera, plane spotting and a good book. Pastoral Area Council. Along with and Basil Meeking. Fr. Tom’s family a Powerpoint show, seven teenage How easy/difficult is it to give the reins had also gathered for the occasion – his parishioners mime-acted the events of of your life over to God? older sister, Mrs. Eileen Gebbie from Fr. Tom’s life to portray the narration. Giving one’s self totally over to the Lord is Hamilton, his niece, Christine Forster always the challenge for the Christian and for from Victoria, Australia and two younger At the presentation that followed the the priest. The tough times in my priestly life brothers, Br. Gabriel from the Marist concert, Fr. Simon Eccleton spoke of the ultimately come down to the Lord asking me Brothers community in Auckland, and positive influence that Fr. Tom had had to surrender myself more to him and his will Leo Power, who still lives in the family’s on his decision to become a priest. In his for me amongst his people. home town of Greymouth. Another reply, Fr. Tom said that he had no plans What personally, did you get out of the older sister, Sr. Matthew from the Home to retire. “The future is in the hands of hikoi? of Compassion Sisters in Wanganui, was the Lord”, he said.

INFORM THE NEWSLETTER OF THE CATHOLIC BISHOP OF CHRISTCHURCH  Strong Catholic presence at 7th National Interfaith Forum “Inter-faith relations and activity are on the Friday, then had been involved in any interfaith not an option, but a must for the sake of followed by the activity before. They decided to set up the world’” said Professor Paul Morris 3rd National Youth a Facebook group. Imam Afroz Ali, (right) after the powhiri for the National Interfaith Forum speaking to them about Global peace, Interfaith Forum held in the Caledonian on Sunday. Young faith and the modern world, explained Hall, Kilmore Street, Christchurch Buddists, Muslims, that “Total justice belongs to God. The over the final weekend of February. Latter Day Saints role of the human is to remove injustice As Professor of Religious Studies he and Catholic and harm.” He noted that we should was speaking at the official launch of participants took care for the environment not simply the UNESCO Chair of inter-religious part, none of whom because of climate change or pollution. understanding that has been established at Victoria University of Wellington, where he will be the first chairholder. More Catholics Returning Home during Lenten series His talk “What’s religion got to do with It began with heavy radio it? – Sustainable futures and faith” drew sponsoring of time saver on his current research into the moral traffic reports at peak times, and religious dimensions of change, plus those large orange signs and about spirituality in Aotearoa/New erected on the main arterial Zealand. roads, and many prayers The forum focused on keeping and for its success. Another developing faith in the modern world. four week programme for Sr Catherine Jones SMSM, talking on Catholics Returning Home “Seeing the best in each other,” noted has been running during that “We have an obligation to seek the Lent, with a fifth meeting truth in the other, and to allow the other planned after Easter. As in previous The advertising prompted emails and the right of self-definition.” years non-practising Catholics interested phone calls to the toll free number The forum was preceded by the 5th in re-connecting with their faith were and multiple visits to the web site. In National Women’s Interfaith Forum welcomed at Christ the King, Burnside, addition, research has shown that a St Peter’s, Beckenham, St Matthew’s, personal invitation from a friend or Bryndwr and St Paul’s, Dallington. family member is the most powerful March for Life rally Also, for the first time, St Patrick’s, influence for Catholics to come home Kaiapoi joined the programme as well. again to active life in the church. Details On Friday 9 April, people from all Timaru and Greymouth will offer the freephone 0508 HOME NOW [0508 466 over the South Island will rally in programme later, using the orange signs. 366] www.catholicshomenow.co.nz Cathedral Square to express their commitment to upholding the value of all human life. The theme for the Tsunami Support 2010 South Island March for Life is drawing attention to the Family Planning Association’s application to become an abortion provider, committing abortions using the harmful drug RU486 by opening 30 new abortion clinics in New (L) Twins Diana and Johana show Sr Marietta SMSM thanks for gifts and money she presented Zealand. on behalf of St Teresa’s, Riccarton. (R) Samoan children are delighted by Angel gifts from St Albans Catholic School.

 INFORM THE NEWSLETTER OF THE CATHOLIC BISHOP OF CHRISTCHURCH How do I fit prayer into my busy life? Room 7 at Christ the King school, Burnside, with teacher Jared Hopkins, meditate for a few minutes at the beginning of their busy day. Principal Mike Bonisch, Director of Religious Studies Jacque Culling, and staff have fostered Christian Meditation in the John Main tradition at the school for two years. Children are natural Academic achiever contemplatives, and they welcome this Katie-Jayne Rochford gentle form of prayer. Teachers report with Mark Solomon that classes often seem more settled and Te Kaiwhakahaere peaceful after meditation. o Ngai Tahu. Villa Maria principal Mary Lynch and board chair Virginia Noonan look on.

Celebrating Maori Academic Achievement Meditating at CTK school Villa Maria College Hall was filled to colours. This is a taonga that exemplifies overflowing with students, parents, female talent. teachers, kaumatua and guests for the College student, Lexie Reuben and In their leaflet “Prayer in the High Achievers’ Assembly. Silver, gold her sister Aloise contributed to the Busyness of Life,” our Bishops identified and scholarship awards were presented, making of it. “He pai rawa atu tena!!” many different forms of prayer, among and Te Kaiwhakahaere o Ngai Tahu, Barbara Te Miha which they noted: Mark Solomon, was on stage to award “…It is this contemplative prayer form Iho Pumanawa, the taonga he has given Celebrating Divine Mercy that we would especially like to see developed. to the College to acknowledge a top Sunday, April 11 2010 While its simplicity masks the effort required, Maori academic achiever. He inspired it is one of the best responses to the spiritual Once a soldier with the audience with his words on the vacuum in our modern society. Knowing the Biafran army importance of education, not only for how to go into your “inner room” and meet fighting for survival the individual but also for the greater Jesus, is thus the first stage in a personal in the 1966 civil war, national good and future of Aotearoa/ relationship with God through Jesus and the and later an army New Zealand. The College is indebted to doorway . . . to ongoing renewal.” chaplain and senior him for his generosity in the initiative The Bishops have distributed new catechist, Bishop to maintain and raise achievement. leaflets to parishes with prayers for Martin Uzoukwu Katie-Jayne Rochford,(Kai Tahu/ different times of the day, encouraging of Minna Diocese, Kati Mamoe, Ngati Apa, Ngati Porou), people to integrate prayer into their Nigeria, is special supported by whanau, some of whom lives. Our fast-paced lifestyles make it guest of Bishop Barry travelled over from Hokitika for the difficult to find time for prayer. during a week of Divine Mercy activities presentation, was the proud and Six Christian meditation groups held throughout the diocese. delighted recipient of the award. Ka for adults meet weekly, the longest- aroha ra, Katie-Jayne. April 11 Divine Mercy Sunday established every Tuesday at 8pm in the ‘Iho Pumanawa’ means role model 9am & 10.30am Mass Cathedral of Blessed Cathedral. For information contact Jane or exemplar. It refers to a gifted person Sacrament Hole: [email protected] www. of great talent and cleverness, with 3pm Mass Christ the King, Burnside christianmeditationnz.org.nz the implication that these talents 5.30pm Shared pot-luck dinner, Christ the originated from one’s ancestors and King Parish Centre will continue to be handed down Tues 13 April 7pm Mass & talk Sacred Head or Hands? to one’s descendants. The award is Heart Parish, Timaru “… whether you pray alone or as part of a tukutuku panel depicting three Wed 14 April Midday Mass Holy Name a community, you should always expect poutama, stairways of life – adolescence, Parish, Ashburton your prayer to take you out of yourself and adulthood and kaumatua (old age). Thurs 15 April 7pm Mass & homily St lead you to where the love of Jesus is most It carries on it three miniature Patrick’s Parish Greymouth experienced. Prayer opens your heart to kete representing the three kete of Fri 16 April 7pm Address to combined youth the Holy Spirit who will surprise you, not knowledge: Te Kete Tuauri, Te Kete groups and Tertiary, Chaplaincy Christ the only with the direction suggested for your Aronui, and Te Kete Tuatea, which the King, Burnside travelling, but – and especially – the gifts designer, Tui Falwasser has used to Sat 17 April 9.30am – 4pm Evangelisation you need to make the journey.” Prayer represent the connection between the & Reflection Day, Christ the King, Burnside in the Busyness of Life, New Zealand three generations. The poutama rise Contact: Pat Barrett 359 2087 Catholic Bishops Conference. on a background of Villa Maria College http://divinemercy.co.nz/

INFORM THE NEWSLETTER OF THE CATHOLIC BISHOP OF CHRISTCHURCH  Around the Parishes

A hearty breakfast of bacon, sausages, eggs, and toast for St Patrick’s Kaiapoi parishioners after a marathon 24 hour adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, starting after morning Mass on the first Friday of November.

St Patrick’s, Greymouth celebrates summer. Enjoying a cuppa, Timaru North parishioners, who take Communion to the house-bound and those in care. Every Thursday after 9am Mass 95 people are visited and taken a parish bulletin and the care and Summer Show concern of all parishioners. succeeds ‘A community needs a soul if it is to become a true home for human beings. You, the people must give it this soul’ – John Paul II. With the hope of fostering a sense of community, an idea taken from the TV programme Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall’s River Cottage, and taking John Paul II’s quote to heart, St Patrick’s Parish, Greymouth, held its first ‘Summer Show.’ A competition for vegetables, baking, flowers, floral art, kids section, art and crafts and photography drew over 450 entries. The hugely successful show was held in the church car park … in glorious sunshine! Baking entries became the afternoon tea, while the produce became items for a very humorous auction. A really fine summer show! Many years of ‘outstanding, diligent and exemplary works’ recognised. A rare Papal Award Pro-Ecclesia et Pontifice (the Cross for the Church and Around the Parishes Pontiff), the highest medal that can be awarded to the laity, was presented to Diana Clark of Our Lady of Fatima Parish, Mairehau. It acknowledges Diana’s service through many years of “outstanding, diligent and exemplary works”. Fr Paul Duncan stated that Diana had listened to, and followed the Gospel message, and was unafraid to seek the truth. “I think this honour is not only for me but for the whole parish,” Diana said. “I could not have done anything without the support of my husband, Bruce.” (L) Fr Paul Duncan congratulates Diana It was a double celebration for Clark and husband Bruce,. (R) Diana Diana and Bruce who on the same wearing her medal with Vatican yellow day celebrated their 40th wedding and white Ribbon. anniversary with their children and extended family.

10 INFORM THE NEWSLETTER OF THE CATHOLIC BISHOP OF CHRISTCHURCH From the new manager of the Catholic Youth Team: It had been 5 years since I was last inside the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament but late last year, when I was appointed to the position as new Manager and sat in the Cathedral for a diocesan staff Mass, I leaned over to my Australian wife, Jocelyn, and said ‘I am home’. I’ve been involved with ministry to young people within a Catholic setting for approximately 12 years, centered on youth formation and development. In 2000 I was events coordinator for the Christchurch Youth Team under Michael Outgoing manager Clare Bell and Bishop Stopforth, then campus minister part time at Barry welcome Jocelyn and Chris Lysaght, St Thomas’ of Canterbury College. the new manager of the Catholic Youth Team In 2005 I moved to Brisbane to spend time with my brother’s family. I had several experiences that deepened my spirituality with God. Once again I found myself drawn to my passion of working with young people within the Church in faith formation and teachers, priests, religious and young development. Firstly within Emmanuel Theology of the Body adults. Following the visit there will Community youth outreach team, and be a number of follow-up strategies to secondly as Youth Coordinator for the Darra/ for teens support parents, caregivers, schools and Jindalee Parish. Renowned speaker Jason Evert from parishes to further educate and support I feel very blessed to be in this position. the United States visits our Diocese in young people in this counter-cultural Clare Bell has done a great job and I will late May. He is sought after as a vibrant phenomenon. continue to cement that work with my own speaker at high schools, universities flame and implement our CYT Plan for the and youth groups. He has made it his Christchurch future growth of Youth & Young Adults in life’s mission to speak to young people the Diocese. There is a lot of relationship about the joys of pure love, which Diocesan Mission building in a pastoral position like this, and includes personal dignity and reserving Team 2011 I look forward to meeting & greeting people sexual activity for marriage. Jason An exciting new initiative for this throughout the year. has a Master’s degree in theology and year is the preparation for a fulltime Chris Lysaght undergraduate degrees in theology Mission Team working in the CYT office and counselling from the Franciscan from 2011. The team will consist of 3 Coming Up . . . University of Steubenville, Ohio. He – 5 young adults who volunteer to live fronts the Theology of the Body for Ignite Leadership, Antioch & Revolution together in community for a year and Teens curriculum which has been used Camps, Young Adult retreats, Sports work with youth and young adults by parishes in our Diocese to great Night, and much more are being in the Diocese, under the auspices of effect. Aroundplanned. the Parishesthe CYT office. It will further ministry Contact: Chris Lysaght: clysaght@ He will speak to students at Catholic in parishes and give young adults the chch.catholic.org.nz Matt O’Connell: secondary schools, and at an evening chance to serve the Lord and his Church, [email protected] Tel. seminar Raising Chaste Teens for without having to go elsewhere. Please 366 9869 / 027 520 6497 parents, grand-parents, caregivers, pray for this exciting concept as it is

INFORM THE NEWSLETTER OF THE CATHOLIC BISHOP OF CHRISTCHURCH 11 Keeping out the tide takes time If you thought your DIY projects have their problems, imagine undertaking a major refit of Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, Sumner … starting in the coldest, bleakest parts of winter. There has been a serious ingress of moisture for a considerable time. Yet, delays meant it was winter before the work began. Which meant that large areas of the interior needed the summer to dry out enough, so that remedial

HEARTS AFLAME 2010

In January I attended ‘Hearts Aflame’, a 10 a huge Catholic family sharing faith with one day live-in retreat in Marton. It was a full another. We had Mass most days which were on ten days! Over 200 people attended. We beautiful in their reverence. The Gregorian had many talks from learned priests, nuns chant and the choir at each Mass sounded and laypeople from all around NZ, and angelic. Confessions were offered daily and a two Dominicans from Australia, who were healing Mass was celebrated by Fr John Rae hilarious! For me, the most inspirational SM. The praise and worship evenings were talks were from Fr Dominique from India heaps of fun, it was inspiring to see everyone Protecting Our Lady Star of the Sea who worked with Mother Teresa. He spoke just so excited and on fire for the Lord. There Church, Sumner about the human person, friendship and the were also many opportunities for meaningful mystery of Mary. He was so knowledgeable conversations with priests, nuns and new work might commence on the inside. and insightful, yet he explained things with friends. Parishioners have patiently coped great clarity. I still keep in contact with people I met with the ongoing disruption and noise The atmosphere was very welcoming from there and look forward to catching up with intrusion at weekday liturgies. Workmen the moment I arrived. It felt like being part of many of them at Hearts Aflame 2011, which have shown as much consideration will be held in Christchurch at St Bede’s as they could, even waiting outside Extra Cathedral Vault College in January. I highly recommend the for a wedding rehearsal to finish so ‘Fortuitous’ experience. You will learn so much about that they could dismantle a section of yourself and grow and share in your Catholic interior scaffolding in readiness for the “It wasn’t until we started digging faith. formalities the next day. It’s hoped it that we knew what we were dealing Jordana will all be finished by Easter. with,” says architect Simon Pascoe, charged with installing vaults for bishops into the Lady Chapel on the north side of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament. The project was full of unknowns, such as the size of Bishop Joyce’s resting place, which is adjascent, and the depth and nature of the original walls. “Although 100 years old, fortuitously they are a modern concrete foundation,” he says. In fact, there proved to be room for three vaults, one more than originally planned for, which helped provide better value for money. The Blessed Sacrament St Lazarus Investiture Charitable Trust took two years to get the building consents. It is an ecclesiastical tradition in which a Veronica and Ernie Pyle (in wheelchairs) at the recent investiture ceremonies into the bishop can be buried in the cathedral Canterbury Commandery of the Military and Hospitaller Order of Saint Lazarus of Jerusalem of their see. Grand Priory of New Zealand.

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“My dear Candidates … join with us this Lent in a spirit of (l-r) Top row: Jerry Tumuri, Graeme Thomson, Malu Ioane repentance. Hear the Lord’s call to conversion and be faithful Tugia, Louise O’Connell, Auril Wootton. to your baptismal convenant,” said Bishop Barry Jones at the Front row: Julie Schofield, Sally Anderson, Erin Farrell, Rite of Election of Catecumens and of the call of continuing Michele Wessing, conversion of candidates preparing for reception into full On the bishop’s left, the Elect, who are cathecumens chosen communion of the Catholic Church on the first Sunday of by God and affirmed by the Church as ready to celebrate Lent. Later he repeated the rite in Hokitika. Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist at the next Easter Vigil: On the bishop’s right are the Candidates – baptised Christians (l-r) Top row: Darrell Strick, Grace Lee, Wayne McTague from another faith tradition preparing to become Catholic: Front row: Suzanne Forbes, Danielle Williams, Andrea Teo. Te Runanga o te Hahi Katorika

On the last weekend of February, te Runanga o te Hahi Katorika Maori met in Christchurch with our Pihopa, Barry Jones, to discuss the pastoral care of Catholic Maori throughout Aotearoa. Two of these hui are held each year - one in Te Ika a Maui (North Island) and the other in Te Waipounamu (South Island). The Bishop of each diocese appoints two Catholic Maori as his delegates to the Runanga. They, in turn, report back to their respective bishop with advice on issues discussed at each hui. Evidence of the delegates’ work can be found in Catholic liturgies, evangelisation, youth advocacy, collaborating with Caritas in their many publications and other areas of Catholic life. The theme for this hui was taken from the Transfiguration and the words, “Ko taku Tama tenei: whakarongo ki a Ia.” - “This is my Son: listen to Him.” Delegates applied the practice of Lectio Divina - spending time with the Word, hearing the Word, contemplating the Truth of the Word, spiritually praying the Word - and (l-r) Front row: Sr Tui Cadigan RSM (Maori Religious), Moana Gemmell (Christchurch), Rangi understanding transfiguration. A successful Hau (Wellington). Middle row: Mate Tangitu (Hamilton), Kathy Simmons (Christchurch), weekend that culminated in a very joyful Mass and Margaret Maynard (Hamilton) Danny Karatea-Goddard (Palmerston North) Back row: Bishop shared lunch. Barry Jones, Jana Kahu (Wellington), Bobby Newson (Auckland). Barbara Te Miha

INFORM THE NEWSLETTER OF THE CATHOLIC BISHOP OF CHRISTCHURCH 13 Community of St John to come to the Diocese The Community of St John will come to works include teaching and preaching, our Diocese, taking up an appointment shrines, retreat centres and guest at St Teresa’s Parish in Riccarton in houses, chaplaincies to schools and September 2010. Announcing his universities, to hospitals and prisons, invitation for the Community to care for parishes and youth activities.” establish a foundation, Bishop Barry He will also give The Community told St Teresa’s Parish, “It is a new responsibility for the University religious community in the Church, Chaplaincy. having its beginnings in 1975 in The Community’s official website is Switzerland and is now under the www.stjean.com oversight of the Bishop of the Diocese of Autun, France.” Dominican Father Marie- The Community has more than 546 Dominique Philippe (74) Brothers, 233 of whom are priests. It founded the Community of has 362 contemplative Sisters and 2,500 St John in1975 secular oblates and is present in over 30 countries. Bishop Barry added, “Their Wool for the fish and chips babies “Faith and Service has once again been put to good use by our members,” says Serge and Gene Rose Ruiz Jenny Muschamp, Catholic Women’s bless each others’ hands. League president. They’ve been knitting for premature babies, and also for the ‘Fish n Chip’ babies in Africa. These are Married love new born babies affected by Aids, who are sent home wrapped in newspaper. – the gift of love To date well over 1500 jerseys have been sent from Christchurch Diocese. Jenny for one another adds, “If anyone as some spare wool I’m Couples blessed each others’ hands at QSM for Monsignor sure members could make use of it.” the beautiful annual St Valentine’s Day Bede O’Gorman Contact: Tel. 322 7468. liturgy, led by Bishop Barry and prepared Receiving the Queens Service Medal by the Marriage Educators. As well as was an honour for the priesthood, representatives from many parishes, according to Msgr Bede O’Gorman. It many families form the Christchurch sits alongside an earlier civic award for branch of Couples for Christ (CFC) community service. attended. He has always been a parish CFC is a movement for the renewal orientated priest, and it’s in the parish and strengthening of Christian family that he sees the most important work of life. CFC wants to bring God’s strength the priesthood. After nearly 6 decades and light to those who are struggling since his ordination in July 1951, he to be truly Christian families in the now lives in Nazareth House, and enjoys modern world. Through the years, a round of golf, rugby and keeping in CFC has blossomed into a worldwide touch with his many friends. ministry, becoming a major force for the renewal of Christian family life and of the church. Details: www.chch.catholic. Trusted care for our Seniors. org.nz/cfc or couplesforchristglobal.org Tel. Noel Descalzo 981 5009. • Companionship • Light Housekeeping • Meal Preparation • Shopping & Errands Website messages • Personal Care The diocesan website: www.chch.catholic.org.nz advertises HOMECall INSTEAD for a free, events happening within the Diocese. no-obligation appointment: As a parish, school, or church-associated Christchurch group you are welcome to advertise (03) 384 8484 events. You can list your event from the link on the home page under ‘events’. Each Home Instead Senior Care franchise office is independently owned and operated. homeinstead.co.nz

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Overseas clergy support the Diocese, calling the Eucharist the “heartbeat of the Church”. From the meeting Sunday Eucharist all other pastoral A national gathering of priests who activity will flow. looks after clergy who come from With the reducing number of clergy overseas to work in our dioceses he called together a small group of was hosted by Mike Stopforth in clergy and laity to report to him about Christchurch. While having clergy from the ongoing provision of Sunday overseas is not a new situation, the Mass. It proposes a reduction in the Brother Loughlan Sofield larger numbers of clergy from overseas number of parishes that currently exist to speak on Collaborative Pastoraland the diverse countries they are in the diocese, withPlanning current parishes coming from is new. This first meeting amalgamating. The clergy of the diocese Ministry of this kind was to share resources, discussed it, and the Bishop will consult Brother Loughlan Sofield, a Missionary programmes and insights into assisting parish councils and pastoral area Servant of the clergy who come from overseas, councils. Most Holy Trinity, such as visas for overseas clergy and spends most of seminarians. Pastoral Ministry Courses his time “on the road” conducting These 18 hour courses continue to be workshops on taught by the Catholic Education Office. collaborative All courses are free of charge and can be ministry, clergy taken for NZQA credit or interest only. education all across America, in over Coming courses… 200 dioceses and in five different In Christchurch: Introduction continents. He has authored a number to Liturgy of books. Friday 25 June (5.30-8.30pm) Everyone is welcome to the following Saturday 26 June (9am -4pm) talks: Friday 23 July (5.30-8.30pm) South Canterbury Pastoral Area Rear: Fr Gerard Burns (Wellington), Fr Craig Saturday 24 July (9am -4pm) Thursday 15 April Butler (Palmerston North), Mr Paul Baylis Timaru North Parish Centre, 7pm (Wellington), Fr Simon Eccleton (Christchurch) In Timaru: Understanding Mid Canterbury Pastoral Area Front: Fr David Bennett (Hamilton), Fr Mark Monday 19 April Chamberlain (Dunedin), Msgr David Tonks Sacraments An overview of the sacraments and their Methven Parish Centre, 7pm (Auckland), Fr John Fitzmaurice (Christchurch), Christchurch Mr Mike Stopforth (Christchurch). place in the life of the Church Friday 13 August (4.15-7.15pm) Tuesday 20 April Bishop Barry Signals Saturday 14 August (8.30am -3.30pm) Papanui Parish Centre, 7pm Possible Future Parish Thursday 9 September (4.15-7.15pm) Parish Pastoral Council and Pastoral Saturday 10 September (8.30am - Area Council members are invited on Changes 3.30pm) Sunday 18h April, to Burnside Parish Bishop Barry’s goal is very clear: to Details www.chch.catholic.org.nz/ Centre, 7pm. More details: ensure the continuance of people being formation or Charles Shaw Tel 366 9869 www.chch.catholic.org.nz/sofield able to attend Sunday Mass throughout [email protected] or Mike Stopforth Tel 366 9869.

PHIL KENNARD

INFORM THE NEWSLETTER OF THE CATHOLIC BISHOP OF CHRISTCHURCH 15 What’s on? Divine Mercy Sunday April 11 annual Mass of the blessing of the Holy 9am & 10.30am Mass Cathedral of Oils and the Consecration of the Chrism. Blessed Sacrament The bishop will bless the Holy Oils to 1-3pm Reconciliation, Christ the King, be used in the Sacraments of Baptism, Burnside Confirmation, Holy Orders and the 3pm Mass Christ the King, Burnside Anointing of the Sick throughout the 5.30pm Shared pot-luck dinner, Christ year. The bishop and priests also renew the King Parish Centre their Ordination promises. April 13 – 17 events in Timaru, Ashburton, Greymouth and Catholic Men’s Breakfast Christchurch (see inside). Sr Jill McLoughlin RSJ will speak on Blessed Mary MacKillop plus a full Life in the Spirit weekend March for Life rally breakfast for $20. St Matthew’s Parish Are you looking for a renewal in faith? 12:30pm, Friday 9 April in Cathedral Centre, Jeffery’s Rd, Bryndwr, Saturday Have you always wanted to experience Square 10 April, 8 -10am. God’s love for you in a powerful way? The theme for the 2010 South Island Contact: Michael Riley. 382 8340 www. Now is the time. The Life in the Spirit March for Life is to draw attention chch.catholic.org.nz/ksc weekend at St Matthew’s Parish Hall, to the Family Planning Association’s Jeffries Rd, Bryndwr, the weekend of New Brighton Catholic School application to become an abortion th May 14-16 will be a faith-filled weekend provider, by using the drug RU486 in 75 Jubilee - Labour Weekend (23- of prayer and praise. Talks by keynote its Waikato abortion clinic. If approved 24 October) 2010. speakers, food, music, prayer, fellowship, it could provide a precedent for Register: Katrina Galbraith gerry. Mass, adoration, and of course … the FPA‘s other clinics around NZ. www. [email protected]. Tel. 382 3387 Holy Spirit! marchforlife.org.nz Don’t miss this preparation for Eastern Catholic Divine Liturgy Pentecost. St Matthew’s and Our Lady Christian Meditation Experience the Byzantine tradition of of Perpetual Help Parishes warmly Sr Hilary Swanson rsm will speak about our Catholic faith in an Eastern Catholic invite everyone to come. Contact and St John of the Cross at the retreat house Divine Liturgy (Mass) celebrated by registration: Danny Kavanagh Tel. 352 of the Community of the Sacred Name, Bishop Peter Stasiuk, CSsR, during 8794 [email protected] Barbadoes Street (entry from Tuam his pastoral visit to Ukrainian Eastern Street), Sunday 18 April, 2-5 pm. It’s a Catholics in New Zealand. Sunday 25 2010 Retreat For Men – Come community day run by the Christchurch April, 2:00pm St. Paul’s, Dallington. and See. Christian Meditation community. Eastern Catholics, from Byzantium, the ancient name for Constantinople, “A fresh encounter with Jesus” led recognise the Pope as the visible head of by Fr Ken Barker MGL, founder and Blessing of the Holy Oils and the Catholic Church. moderator of the new congregation of the Consecration of the Chrism priests, nuns and laity, Missionaries Bishop Barry and priests of the diocese Easter Telecasts from the Vatican of God’s Love in Australia. Fr Ken invite you to the Cathedral on Monday Updates and information will be posted has a special interest in helping men 29 March, 7.30pm, for the beautiful on www.pccs.va under “Mondovisione”. understand their unique place in God’s love. Prepare now for this special time with the Lord. Friday evening 30 April - Sunday afternoon 2 May, Wainui Conference Centre, Banks Peninsula. Please pray for the success of this retreat. Register [email protected] or Phone John 960 1595.

Residential 6-day silent retreat The Newsletter of the Catholic Bishop of Christchurch This is an opportunity to listen to God at work in the experience of your daily life and prayer. You will be accompanied A quarterly newsletter published by the Catholic Bishop of Christchurch. by a spiritual director for a silent, Ensure any photos are ‘attached’ to the email rather than embedded in the individually guided retreat, along with article. JPG format is most suitable for photos. contemplative community prayer. Sister Deadline for next issue: 21 May 2010. Eveleen Retreat House, 6 Whitewash Head Rd, Sumner. 7.30pm, Friday 9 Contributions may be sent at any time to: April to 9.30am Friday 16 April. $450. The Editor, Gerard Duignan Facilitated by the retreat house team. P O Box 4544, Christchurch 3041 Tel. 326 6897 [email protected] or 027 540 8265 • (03) 355 3988 www.sistereveleen.co.nz Email: [email protected] • Website: www.chch.catholic.org.nz

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