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This morning the parishioners of the Catholic diocese of Christchurch and many friends from further share sadness at the death last night of Monsignor Bede O'Gorman, priest of the diocese of Christchurch for 64 years. Six years ago he was interviewed (below) for the...
In a few minutes Pope Francis will walk on US soil for the first time after an inspiring few days in Cuba. In his brief time in Cuba the pope addressed issues of oppression. The response to his words within Cuba was inspiringly positive and hopeful. Pope Francis'...
There is never a dull moment as a priest living parish life, especially on a Hurunui Sunday. It is now just after 2 on a Sunday afternoon and I am back at Hawarden after Masses at Hanmer Springs, Amberley and Cheviot. I have a few hours break before Mass tonight at...
I will never know the depth of enduring pain felt by a mother who watches helplessly as her child suffers and dies. As a priest I have buried too many children and young people, and witnessed the torment of the anguished parents. Today's feast of Our Lady of Sorrows...
For some weeks the people of the Hurunui, and especially parishioners, have been delighting in the inspiration provided by our Hurunui friends Richard and Leo in the national 2015 Masterchef contest. Every Sunday and Monday evening we watch these artists at work...