August 2020
EcuAction Forum
Challenging the Decisions Made and offering some solutions - presentations with faith responses. 5.30pm for 6.00 at CWEA, 59 Gloucester Street. Contacts: Marilyn 021 061 3940 or Mary 021 387 088. 6 August : Unregulated Capitalism Destroying the Planet. Speakers: Charles Drace / Fr Jim Consedine. 13 August: The Just and Creative Society our Education System Fails. Speakers: Sue Bashaw / Jane Higgins 27 August: Land and Water We Could Soon Lose. Speakers: Paul Broady / Kathleen Gallagher.
Find out more »Theology of the Body for Youth and Young Adults
Ever wondered about what the church teaches on life, love, sex, gender and relationships and why? This intensive two day course will answer your questions and equip you to help others do the same. Young adults, youth and parish leaders 4th + 5th July Youth aged 14-18, 8th + 9th August 9am-5pm St. Joseph's Parish Centre. Only $25 per person, which includes lunch. If the cost is an issue please get in contact with us. Email Aiber info@jp2.org.nz for more info or to register.
Find out more »Dove Catholic Women’s Fellowship
Fr John Adams joins us to speak about Edith Stein – Sr Benedicta of the Cross. What a fascinating talk this will be. Fellowship - Prayer Ministry - Praise & Worship – Fellowship Woman of all ages! Ann: 03 3135817/DOVE Fellowship Christchurch (Facebook)/dove.org.nz
Find out more »Joshua Men’s Fellowship
Prayer, gospel reflection, praise singing, formation and friendship. Come and join like-minded Catholic men to grow your faith and be encouraged in your walk with the Lord. Every second Wednesday of each month. More information? Phone Chris on 027-646-4138.
Find out more »End of Life Choice Bill
Brendan Malone has spent the last 14 years in pro-life, marriage, and family ministry and regularly speaks on bioethics issues throughout NZ and Australia. Wed 12th August doors open at 7.15pm, q&a from 7.30pm - 8.45pm at Our Lady of Victories Hall, 106 Main South Rd, Sockburn. Drinks & nibbles provided. Bring your questions. All welcome!
Find out more »Healing Weekend – Geraldine
Come and enjoy. Learn about how God can heal your soul and restore your true identity. Venue: The Church of the Immaculate Conception, Geraldine Date: 15th August 9.30am-4.30pm and 16th August 10am-4.30pm Cost: $50 per person More info: Janis 027 4424 606. Liz 022 0306 628 emotionallyfreenz@gmail.com
Find out more »Greater Company of Mary
The next Greater Company of Mary Mass will be held on Saturday 15 August, 10.30am at the Mary Potter Community Centre, 442 Durham St North, St Albans, Christchurch. Morning Tea will follow. All welcome to attend and to bring friends and family. For catering purposes, if you intend to come, please rsvp to the Little Company of Mary NZ office by Monday 10 August, phone 372 9224.
Find out more »Greater Company of Mary Mass
GCM Mass—The next Greater Company of Mary Mass will be held on Saturday 15 August, 10.30am at the Mary Potter Community Centre, 442 Durham St North, St Albans, Christchurch. Morning Tea will follow. All welcome to attend and to bring friends and family. For catering purposes, if you intend to come, please rsvp to the Little Company of Mary NZ office by Monday 10 August, phone 372 9224.
Find out more »March for Life
March for Life Christchurch came about after a group of Cantabrians were alarmed by the Abortion Legislation Bill that was before Parliament. The march was due to take place on 28th March 2020, but had to be postponed because of the lock down. Now that we are back to Level 1 the march is now on again. We will be marching from Cathedral Square at 12 pm on Saturday 15th August to Victoria Square. The march will be an event…
Find out more »Catholic Pro-Cathedral Beethoven Concert
Free hour-long Beethoven concert at the Catholic Pro-Cathedral 2 pm Sunday, 16 August. CBS Choir & Orchestra presents Beethoven’s Hallelujah Chorus, Fifth Symphony, and Choral Fantasy.
Find out more »FOCUS 2020 – A Retreat for Tertiary Students
Catholic Tertiary Chaplaincy will run FOCUS Retreat on the 21st-23rd August at YMCA, Wainui. Focus is a retreat for students run by students. The retreat opens students to an encounter with Christ, through the Sacraments, prayer, and fellowship with their peers. All tertiary students are encouraged to register, limited places available for other young adults. Cost: $75 (inclusive of meals & accommodation). To register or for more details contact Sinead - sgilgunn@chch.catholic.org.nz // 0212646959.
Find out more »Deacon Tang Phan Ordination to priesthood
After completing six and a half years study at the national seminary, Deacon Tang Phan has returned to Christchurch Diocese. He has taken up his first appointment at Greymouth Parish, assisting the parish priest, Father Mathew Siji. Deacon Tang will be ordained to the priesthood on Saturday 22nd August, 11am at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral. All are welcome to attend this special event in the life of the diocese. Please keep Deacon Tang in your prayers as he prepares for his…
Find out more »The Crafty Crew
THE CRAFTY CREW is starting again! Would you like spend an afternoon crafting with others? You are invited to the Hoon Hay Church Hall, 89A Sparks road, Hoon Hay 1.30-4pm Saturday 22nd August 2020. Come and meet, and work alongside, other crafters from the Christchurch Parishes. Bring your hand-craft project/s and a gold coin donation, as well as a bit of cash for raffles. We look forward to seeing you there. If you have any enquiries call Ann 981-0535
Find out more »Prayer Vigil – in hope NZ rejects the End of Life Choice Act
Sat 22nd Aug 3pm - 10pm at St Teresa's Church, 8 Puriri St, Riccarton. Join us as we earnestly pray that the attempt to legalise Euthanasia and assisted suicide in New Zealand will fail in the upcoming referendum. The prayer vigil will include Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Gospel readings, Divine Mercy Chaplet, intercessory prayers, and silent prayer.
Find out more »Catholic Youth Ministry Virtual Conference
Training and formation opportunity for anyone and everyone involved or interested in youth ministry! The Catholic Youth Ministry Virtual Conference Date: Friday 28th – 30th August 2020 Registration is FREE! Register now: www.cyt.org.nz/conference For more information or questions, please contact Carmela at cnepomuceno@chch.catholic.org.nz
Find out more »Christchurch Choral Festival
A Christchurch Choral Festival, involving church, community, youth and concert choirs, lasting about one hour, will be held in the Catholic Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, at 2 pm on Sunday, 30 August, 2020. Admission will be free.
Find out more »September 2020
Catholic Men’s Breakfast
This year’s Catholic Men’s Breakfast will be held on 3 September at the Canterbury Club, 129 Cambridge Terrace. The Bishop will speak about Bringing Faith to Life - a faith centred approach to family, business and leisure. This event is an excellent opportunity for Catholic and non-Catholic men to get to know the Bishop, network and encourage one another in common values. The breakfast begins at 7am and finishes by 8.30am. Tickets for this event are $40 and can be…
Find out more »October 2020
Sacred Heart College Ashburton
Reunion lunch (earlier postponed because of Covid) will now be held on Thursday 15 October 2020 at Hotel Ashburton 12.30pm. Please register your interest (or any queries) to Mary Schmack mdsmck27@gmail.com – 0275505783 or Therese Toneycliffe grahamtonycliffenz@gmail.com
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