Christians do not need the praise, or even the support, of the media. Â I was reminded of this when reading this morning's (Holy Saturday) news.'It's Easter weekend' the...
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true obedience – not human caprice
Pope Benedict's Chrism Mass homily has made headlines in today's Press. Â You can read the full text of the homily at this link.The media coverage is headed "Pontiff...
inspiration VIII (OLV crucifix)
Crucifix at Our Lady of Victories Catholic Church, ChristchurchCrucifix (2008) and Church (1968) both designed by Charles Thomas(photo Peter Fleming)
inspiration VII (Mozart on Good Friday)
Perhaps the most beautiful piece of music ever written: A Good Friday reflection.
inspiration VI (way of the cross)
Stations of the Cross using the text prepared by Cardinal Ratzinger, just a few weeks before his election as Pope Benedict XVI.
inspiration V (freedom)
from Pope Benedict's homily at the Holy Thursday Evening Mass of the Lord's Supper: "...we must also pay attention to the content of Jesus’ prayer on the Mount of...
inspiration IV (service)
inspiration III (Last Supper)
The  Last Supper scene, from the film The Passion of the Christ.
parish newsletter
Newsletter for the parishes of the Hurunui and the Chatham Islands is now uploaded at www.catholichurunui.co.nz
inspiration II (deepest desires)
From Pope Benedict's Palm Sunday Homily 2012"...what is really happening in the hearts of those who acclaim Christ as King of Israel? Clearly, they had their own idea...
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