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The MonThly Magazine for The CaTholiCs of The DuneDin DioCese he ableT FebruaryT 2013 T Issue No 183 Refurbished St Mary’s School, Mosgiel The official opening ceremony of Mihi Whakatau, Blessing and Dedication took place at St Mary’s School, Mosgiel, on Friday 8th February 2013. Addressing the large gathering of school community and invited guests, Bishop Colin said, “We are fortunate with this lovely site as it has been dedicated over long years to educational use; the students will be learning in a scholastic atmosphere that has seen the education of NZ clergy for nigh on a hundred years. We are truly blessed.” He went on to speak of the nearby parish church, which was the Holy Cross Chapel, built and opened in 1963 when he was the junior Sacristan. “I encourage stopping faith and education at work together. the children, families and staff in for a It is all about the Catholic character of to make use of it, not only for school prayer before school and asking God’s our schools, based on the values and and class liturgies, but to make visits help with their work - a wonderful teaching of Jesus and his Church.” to Our Lord regularly on a daily basis. custom from the past. This spells out See feature on page 7 ➤ I look forward to seeing the children in a special way a fullness and bond of General Manager, on Sabbatical Leave Gillian planted Stuart Young, Diocesan General has felt drawn towards priesthood and Manager, has been granted leave to during recent years he has immersed a fine garden attend the national Seminary this year. himself in study and prayer towards that After five years as editor of The Since the death of his wife Shona, Stuart end. In writing to staff of the Catholic Tablet, Gillian Vine resigned in Pastoral Centre, he said: “I appreciate all December 2012 to concentrate the support that you have given me as on her other writing interests, I continue more deeply discerning my particularly her gardening vocation. I feel very secure at present in columns and notes, for which she this discernment, being led by the Lord has a passion. and strengthened by Shona’s heavenly Gillian planted a wonderful gar- support.” Bishop Colin and staff den, “The Tablet,” and handed it farewelled Stuart at a lunch on Friday, over weed free and blooming. On 1st February, and extended prayerful behalf of the Catholic community best wishes to him. During Stuart’s of the Diocese of Dunedin, Thank absence, Pauline Lee, the Bishop’s You, and prayerful best wishes to secretary, will be responsible for some you and Geoffrey for the success of the day-to-day operational matters. of future shared ventures. Stuart will return to the office during Tony Hanning, Editor. semester breaks. The Tablet February 2013 St. Mary of the Cross MacKillop Celebration Held at Port Chalmers An enjoyable afternoon was had by all who gathered on 15th January to celebrate St. Mary of the Cross MacKillop’s arrival and birthday at Port Chalmers on that same day in 1898. Among those present were members of the St Mary Star of the Sea parish, combined local Churches, Senior Citizens and others from the wider community. A rose, named “Mary’s Love” was unveiled and blessed, followed by an afternoon tea. The birthday cake was cut by the youngest St Joseph’s School pupil, Lachlan Crawford-Cook, and the eldest Parish and Community members present on The Lab will get the day, Mia Berben, and Irene Montgomery. you smiling again! Coordinator, Carol Meikle, said, “The celebration was held at short notice, but I was delighted with the turnout on the day.” Contact us Direct for New, Full and Partial Dentures Denture Relines Denture Repairs & Cleaning

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2 February 2013 The Tablet Sixteen years of service to the Oamaru Holy Shop Following morning Mass on Friday 30th November 2012, those attending were invited by Father Wayne Healey to stay and enjoy a cup of tea while a special and sincere thank you was said to Michael and Florence Quigley for their services to the Holy Shop over some 16 years. Father Wayne also mentioned the support the parish as a whole has received from the Quigleys. Parish Council Chair Nicola Mountain thanked the couple and presented them with a gift in appreciation of all they’ve done. It being the Feast Day of St Andrew, Patron Saint of Scotland, Michael was resplend- ent in his Black Watch kilt. He replied to Father and Nicola Mountain and showed a picture of when the building now used for the shop was up for sale (with a reflec- tion of the cross on the building). He also thanked and paid tribute to the many parishioners who have done duty in the shop over the years. “Without their input,” said Michael, “it would not have been possible for the shop to succeed.” He noted that it was not only Catholics who visited and made purchases from the Shop. It provided a needed service valued by the wider community. The couple were wished well by everyone.

Christian Brothers Special Character Contribution High School Reunion Starting this year, and in keeping with for the effort shown,” said Bishop Ex-pupils of Christian Broth- the practice of other dioceses, when Colin Campbell. “In return, we accept ers High School (CBHS) Rattray annual attendance dues accounts go a responsibility to act prudently and Street Dunedin, in the 1930’s out, parents are being invited to con- fairly, and to keep costs down as and 1940’s, please contact Br. G. tribute $20.00 per pupil, (maximum much as possible. Throughout Otago Donaldson 03 4565040 regard- $60.00 per family) as a Special Charac- and Southland, we have a system of ing a possible reunion. ter donation to their school’s Proprie- Catholic schools of which we of this tor, the Bishop. diocese are very proud.” As well as meeting capital costs through attendance dues, the diocese needs an income stream to offer religious education advisory services to schools, provide regular mailouts to religious education teachers, maintain a library of religious education resources, provide training for student teachers, professional development for teachers and board members, study awards for teachers, and a system of Special Character Review. Mr Stuart Young, Diocesan General Manager, said, “Donations are crucial to enable the provision of such services. It is helpful for parents that this Spe- cial Character contribution qualifies as a voluntary donation for tax pur- poses.” “We are very conscious of the financial commitment that parents make towards the provision of our Catholic school system, and grateful

3 The Tablet February 2013 Walk by faith co-ordinator retires After several excellent years as Diocesan Co-ordinator of the “Walk By Faith” course, Sr Joan Bennett OP, has decided to retire. She goes with our sincere thanks for the dedicated and conscientious effort she brought to the role. Her successor is Sr Anna Burrowes RSM. Before leaving the position, Sr Joan prepared the following article: Walk by faith ... a continuing invitation If you have ever considered lately that “there has to be more to my Faith than this”, you are invited to read on and see how the WALK BY FAITH course could help you to discover more. During February, a familiar poster and some brochures/ap- plication forms for this course will appear in your Churches, together with notices in your parish bulletins. This three-year course is provided under the auspices of our NZ Catholic Bish- ops Conference, and administered at Diocesan level through the National Centre for Religious Studies. NCRS is now ‘under The group is from left: Sister Mary Crowe RSM; (Dunedin Moderator), Yvonne Dowling (Graduate); Sister Joan Bennett (Coordinator) and Jacqui Hammer (Graduate).

the umbrella’ of The Catholic Institute of Aotearoa New Zea- Come to the land (TCI) – a change which is reflected in this year’s promo- tion material. 2013, the Church’s Year of Faith, would be an ideal time to con- HOLY LAND sider ‘taking a deep plunge’ in faith by enrolling in this course. As its name suggests, Walk by Faith takes people on a journey, which starts wherever each one happens to be in his or her spiritual life. It draws on people’s individual life experiences, 19-day pilgrimage to Jordan using Scripture and other readings from set texts and study (including Petra) and Israel (holy sites in guides, the personal guidance of tutors and the insights of Nazareth, Galilee, Jericho, Bethlehem and others who are sharing the journey. It is designed to foster Jerusalem, plus Dead Sea and Masada). a new understanding of how God is present in each person’s A spiritual experience in the footsteps of Jesus, life. In particular, it leads to a deepened relationship with the with Msgr Bernard Kiely as chaplain and Pat McCarthy Person and the Good News of Jesus Christ. It does this by as co-ordinator. offering a programme of personal study and reading; by a paced programme of study, individually and with tutorial and Two nights at Petra, 1 in Amman, 5 on the shore of seminar assistance in groups, and through a system of person- the Sea of Galilee, 6 in Jerusalem. al guidance from tutors regarding their written assignments. Highlights include Bethany Beyond the Jordan (where There is so much more, which is covered in greater detail with- Jesus was baptised), Nazareth Village (a recreation in the yellow 2013 brochures, giving an outline of the course of life at the time of Jesus), the International Mary of structures and timeline, and naming the topics for YEAR ONE. Nazareth Centre, Mass in a boat on the Sea of Galilee, Enrolments are for one year at a time, so that each year of study stands alone. A certificate is available on the comple- Mount of Temptation Monastery, holy hour at night at tion of each of the first two years, with a Diploma issued on the Garden of Gethsemane, the Tomb of Mary, the Via the successful completion of all three years offered. Respec- Dolorosa and Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and a tively, these are: Certificate of Spiritual Formation; Certificate visit to Emmaus/El Qubeibeh. in Biblical and Sacramental Formation, and Diploma in Reli- gious Studies. Do think about it. In this Year of Faith, is God inviting you to For FREE brochure, contact Pat at reflect on your life right now? [email protected] or Ph (09) 480-4463 Closing date for enrolments: 28 February 2013. Check out the holy places on www.seetheholyland.net For further information, contact: Susan Howard, TCI Co-ordinator, Dunedin Diocese. (03) 474 5752 [email protected]

4 February 2013 The Tablet Papal Blessing for Western Southland Parishioner William (Bill) Andersen received a for- membership, being chairman when The Blessing was presented at the end mal blessing from Pope Benedict XVI in Otautau and Riverton parishes were of the Parish Mission on 15 November recognition of his years of service to the combined, and great work organising 2012 by Bishop Owen Dolan, with Church in St Joseph’s Parish, Otautau. the 75th and 100th jubilees of the prayerful best wishes from Bishop Colin His involvement goes back to January Otautau church, the centennial having Campbell who was unable to be present. 1957 when the Parish purchased the old been celebrated in October 2004. State School in Otautau and converted it into a Catholic School named Saint Michael’s. He worked on the building all Christmas holidays that year. His next major project was in 1993 when the Parish Centre, which came from Dunedin, was set up next to the church and an office and storeroom added. A few years later, in 1997, the present parish presbytery was shifted to Otautau from Saint Peter’s College in Gore, and was set up in the back section behind the church. Bill and others, with Fr Michael Cashman, formed the Western Southland Parish Council. He served as Chairman for several years. Parish Priest, Father Vaughan Leslie, acknowledges a long list of other jobs in the Parish carried out by Bill, including collector & reader, finance committee Bishop Owen Dolan, Bill and Nolene Andersen

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TH 102 25th – 27th April Introduction to Theology Lecturer: Fr Gerard Aynsley NZQA Credits: 10 NCRS Certification Hours 54 DUNEDIN CAMPUS COURSES 2013 Outline: Theology is “Faith seeking understanding.” This AT HOLY CROSS CENTRE 89 CHURCH STREET course will explore questions about God, Jesus Christ, MOSGIEL Creation and Being human in light of Scripture, Tradition 2013 Course Cost $71.00 per paper. and Experience. Attendees faced with more than one hour of travel time to Mosgiel may apply for a “Zero Course Fees” TH 203 30th May – 1st June Study Grant. Grants are limited to a maximum of ten Understanding Church per course. Lecturer: Bishop Colin Campbell DD Light lunch will be provided. NZQA Credits: 15 Accommodation is available upon request at Holy NCRS Certification Hours: 72 Cross Centre. Special discounted rate: $65.00 pp., Outline: Understanding Church looks at the Catholic including breakfast. Church’s understanding of itself from the time of the Course outlines and general information available at Second Vatican Council, particularly as expressed in the www.catholicinstitute.ac.nz document The Constitution on the Church. Contact Information for Inquiries and Course SC 206 5th – 7th September Registration: The Synoptic Gospels Email: [email protected] Lecturer: Sr. Jan Ogilvy OP Phone: 03 477 19994 ext. 701 NZQA Credits: 15 Post: The Catholic Institute Aotearoa New Zealand NCRS Certification Hours: 72 Dunedin Campus Outline: The Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke are Private Bag 1941 known as the “synoptic” Gospels. This course will present Dunedin 9054 an overview of the three Gospels to show how each All papers are NZQA approved, and recognised for credit evangelist presents the same Christ in a different, but towards a range of Certificates and Diplomas, particularly not contradictory, manner from the others, and how the a Diploma in Religious Studies; Religious Education difference in presentation can deepen our own faith in Stream or they may be studied for personal interest only. Christ. SC 102 7th – 9th November DUNEDIN CAMPUS COURSES 2013 Introduction to New Testament TH 206c 11th -13th April Lecturer: Sr Jan Ogilvy OP Church History: Reformation NZQA Credits: 10 Lecturer: Dr Peter Norris NCRS Certification Hours: 54 NZQA Credits 15 Outline: The New Testament was written by a number NCRS Certification Hours 72 of people in the light of faith in the Resurrection, using Outline: This course traces the history of the Church a variety of literal forms. This course is designed to before the Protestant Reformation and looks at the events familiarize participants with the content and world of the that led up to the Counter-Reformation and the Council of New Testament.

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6 February 2013 St Mary’s School Mosgiel Opening The Tablet Well done, St Mary’s School Mosgiel! After being moved from one side of Church Street to the other, St Mary’s School has re-opened on time for the 2013 school year. In its redeveloped and modernised state on the Holy Cross site near the parish church, it is fit to meet the Cath- olic educational needs of its pupils for Principal, Mike Brosnahan, and Secretary, Pauline Evans, at their new posts. many years to come. Bishop Colin, Stuart Young, (General professional consultants and contrac- gy and blessed the pupils and teachers Manager,) and Bill Haydon, (Diocesan tors. The Board of Trustees and School when school started on 5th February. Property Consultant,) deserve thanks staff have worked tirelessly, too. Con- “It’s a two year project completed in for their vision and determination. gratulations! about eight months, and I’m delighted In bringing the project to fruition they “All played their parts to perfection,” with the effort put in,” said Project Man- have been supported by an outstand- said parish priest and school chaplain, ager, Bill Haydon. “You couldn’t have ing team of architects, planners, other Father Michael Dooley, who held a litur- asked for a better team.”

7 The Tablet St Mary’s School Mosgiel Opening February 2013 A potted history - Bishop Moran opened St Mary’s School growing roll. In 1979 a two-classroom ed by Bishop Len Boyle in 1995. More in Mosgiel on 9th February 1892. This block was bought from Taieri High recently, a two-classroom block was was the last school opened by him, and School and upgraded to cater for sen- purchased and upgraded after the clo- he visited it several times. Classes were ior classes. The school was integrated sure of Reid Park School. Some of these held in the new (five year old) Church of into the State system in 1982. Follow- buildings form the nucleus of the relo- the Immaculate Conception on Gordon ing centennial celebrations in 1992, a cated school, but children and staff are Road, and remained there for twenty major upgrade and development was struggling to recognise them in their years. The first teacher was Miss Kather- carried out, and the School rededicat- new modernised state. ine McLachlan of Milton. Her sister Al- ice taught with her from 1895, until the Sisters of Mercy came from Dunedin in 1898 to conduct the school. In 1912, Father Liston (later Bishop of Auckland) who was the Rector of Holy Cross Semi- nary at the time, and therefore Parish Priest of Mosgiel, purchased the old Taieri Drainage Board building on the corner of Church Street and Wickliffe Street and converted it into a school. In 1958 the decision was made to build a new four-classroom block behind the church. This was opened in 1959 and by 1962 extended to six classrooms. Various houses were purchased and used as temporary rooms to meet the Principal, Mike Brosnahan, clearing the last treasures at the old site.

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10 February 2013 The Tablet Thoughts of a teacher School move - When the dream becomes a reality… About 5 or 6 years ago I remember Father Gerard Aynsley talking about a master plan to relocate our school onto the beautiful open green space across the road on the church grounds. This seemed a dream but sounded MAGIC. I remember seeing the plans at the back of the church with a glass atrium at the centre and the classes linking off this… I remember wonder- ing if it would happen in my time at St Mary’s. For months it was rumoured to be a possibility, then nothing more was heard for years. Last year the rumours resurfaced and the local gossip had the school on the market to a supermarket conglomerate with a move in the foreseeable future. Plans were floating again and it looked to be all back on. The rumoured plans were amazing with a modern learning environment design placing classrooms opening onto a collabo- rative learning corridor…

What are the benefits of relocating our school? • Future proofing – we are moving to a significantly bigger site which will allow for future growth; William Bungard and India Dougherty showing that Mary • Green space – we are moving from an inner city, is in safe hands again at St Mary’s School. concrete jungle to a green field; • Location – we are moving off the main road of Mosgiel Thoughts of a pupil to a quieter location; The Early Church • Proximity to parish – we are moving to become a part of One afternoon in the middle of a Religious Education lesson the church grounds; we went down to the new school grounds. We’d been talking • Modernisation – we are creating a new school about the early church and where they had met. They met in environment with flexible learning spaces; the early morning and talked, sharing their ideas with each other. We sat down on the school grounds and talked about What might some of the challenges be? what it would be like to be in the early church. We enjoyed the scenery around us before it disappeared and got filled • The physical moving of the majority of the buildings with buildings. We sat in a circle while Mrs. K told us stories could be problematic; about life in the early church and we imagined ourselves be- • The timeline; ing there. For a while we sat back and enjoyed the sunshine imagining what the new school could look like in the end. At the same time we were watching the construction site people cut down and trim trees so that all of the plans would work out and fit.

“I regularly visited the green space and photographed it showing developments. This blog is our attempt to record the journey of St Mary’s school!”

“Open, green, inviting space with a gorgeous tree lined drive… I hope all the trees can remain.”

“Regular visits to the site are essential for the learners to take ownership of the site…” Samantha Diack – a first day pupil at the relocated St Mary’s School.

11 The Tablet February 2013 New Diocesan NZ TRAVEL BROKERS Councils Bishop Colin has announced the first of his appointments to the two new MOSGIEL Diocesan Councils. Through these and further appointments, Bishop Colin intends to reflect Your local travel expert the diversity of the Diocese. Additional Proud to support the Catholic Caring Foundation appointments will be announced as they come to hand. Education Council: For all things travel, Father Gerard Aynsley (Vicar for Educa- tion) Chairperson give Blair a call Sister Jan Ogilvy OP (Tertiary) Tracy O’Brien (Principal Kavanagh Col- or send him a email lege) Chris Hogue (Principal St Brigid’s School) Sue O’Connor (Arrowtown) John Gallaher (Board of Administration representative) Faith and Service Council: Blair Arthur Tui Pasco - Chairperson Colin McLeod (Dunedin) p 03 489 8006 Stephanie Bowden (Balclutha) m 0274 499 633 Father Cipriano Fernandes e [email protected] Paul Glass (Board of Administration representative) 141A Gordon Road, Mosgiel Clergy Changes Effective 1 February 2013 Bishop Colin has announced the following Clergy Changes which took ef- Dignity fect on the 1st of February 2013. Winton and Te Anau Pastoral Area: Funeral Services Rev Hamesh Wyatt - Parish Priest North Invercargill: “Providing a funeral service Rev Vaughan Hook - Assistant Priest Ranfurly: that is special to you” Rev Pat McGettigan - Acting Parish Priest 487 8600 A roster of priests from Dunedin will assist with Mass at Ranfurly on Sundays. Telephone: (03) Rev Michael Dooley will arrange Mass at MIddlemarch. Email: [email protected] www.dignity.co.nz Gore Pastoral Area: 183 Middleton Road, Dunedin Rev Fredy Permentilla - Assistant Priest South Invercargill: The deadline for the March issue is Tuesday 26 February. Gregory Clarke (Seminarian) Pastoral Contact the editor, Tony Hanning, Private Bag 1941 Dunedin 9054. placement. Phone (03) 474 1994 Ext. 706, or mobile 021 270 5999. Vicar for Education: Email: [email protected] Rev Gerard Aynsley

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SILVER JUBILEE OF THE “NEW” CHURCH OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT, GORE To celebrate the silver jubilee of the church built in 1988, former Priests and Parishioners are invited to attend a Mass in the church on Sunday 3rd March at 10am, followed by a Mention this Tablet advertisement and receive 5% discount when you book directly luncheon in the James Cumming Wing. Bishop with us by phone or email. Colin will lead the concelebration of the Mass. Inquiries to Jayne O’Neill, Chairperson: Bushy School News: Rural [email protected] or Children Gather in Advent 03 2080931 or 0273694992. BY SUSAN ROWLEY, CO-ORDINATOR Please support our advertisers – they help ‘A fantastic experience for the children’, ‘Great having a whole day’…Rural families of Southland have stamped the Bushy School make The Tablet possible. faith education series a success. On Saturday 24 November 2012, the Gore Parish hosted an Advent-themed event at St Peter’s Hos- tel bringing together 26 children with parents and caregivers. Gathering at St Peter’s Hostel, families eagerly participated in a range of activities to learn about the meaning of Advent, the Advent Wreath, God’s message for Mary at the Annunciation, Prayer in Advent, John the Baptist and his message of caring for others. Pivotal to the success once again was the continued involvement of both adult leaders from the Gore Parish community and senior student assistants from St Peter’s. Fr Vaughan Hook skilfully complemented the Advent theme with well-chosen songs for all to join in both in a sing-along Buying or Selling? and during the spiritually uplifting Mass celebrated by Fr Call me today for a Damian Wynn-Williams, Parish Priest. Appreciation and acknowledgement are also due to Jon FREE confidential McDowall and his Hostel staff who provided morning tea and appraisal a delicious lunch. Coming together as a bigger group is a great way to build our future rural church.

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14 February 2013 The Tablet Father Pat McMullan – Twenty-five years as a Columban Priest BY DENISE LEONARD of Mrs Joan McMullan, was ordained in The joyous celebration of Fr Pat McMul- the Basilica on 12 December 1987. He lan’s 25th anniversary as a Columban has been working in Korea for many Missionary priest, took place at St Pat- years. Fr Wayne Healey and Fr Brian rick’s Basilica in Oamaru on Saturday Winders concelebrated his 25th An- 15th December 2012. Fr Pat, the son niversary Mass with him. Also present was Fr David Hercus, who had attended Fr Pat’s ordination while curate in the Parish in 1987. A number of Fr. Mc- Mullan’s relatives attended, as well as friends, some of whom travelled from Australia for this special occasion. Father Pat’s mother, and other members of his extended family were involved in readings and the offertory procession. At the conclusion of the Mass, those attending were invited to a finger supper in the Dean O’Reilly lounge. A happy atmosphere prevailed. Fr Pat was invited to cut the beautifully iced cake after which Mrs Nicola Mountain presented him with a gift of Taize CDs from the Parish, and Mrs Colleen Blackmore gave a monetary gift from the Oamaru Catholic Women’s League.

Mrs Joan McMullan and son, Fr Pat.

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15 The Tablet February 2013 Queenstown in 1869 taken six years after Father Martin said the first mass in the district

Otago Witness, 2 October 1863 (JJ McBride family photo now held by Lakes District Museum) The new Catholic Church was opened yesterday in Queenstown, the Rev Father WAKATIPU DISTRICT Martin officiating. It is an elegant little structure, and its ecclesiastical design of - fers a strong contrast to the unmeaning CELEBRATES 150 YEARS barns opened by other denominations. On Sunday 3 March, 2013, Queenstown is set to celebrate the 150th anniversary L300 has altogether been collected for defraying the expenses of erection, fitting of the first Mass said in the district by Father Martin, who worked with Father etc.; and it is much to the credit of the good Delphin Moreau serving the settlers and miners of Otago and Southland prior feeling of the townspeople that part of the to the formation of the diocese. sum was subscribed by Protestants. We understand that a choir under the able di Many parts of the Diocese of Dunedin will have events to celebrate this year, as - rection of that eminent pianist Mr Thomp- the significance of 150 years of church life comes to be recognised. For example, son, is in the course of formation, so that take the following report from the Otago Witness, 2 October 1863. . . even in these remote regions we shall have the magnificent conceptions of Mozart The church referred to was that of St Mary which was built down the street from and Beethoven pealing through the air. where St Peter’s Anglican church now stands.

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