August 2019
Journey to the Father
Journey to the Father is a young adult retreat that takes place every year in collaboration with the Tertiary Chaplaincy of the Diocese. It is a weekend get-away filled with prayer, adoration and fellowship in the beautiful Banks Peninsula (YMCA, Wainui). 23rd-25th August. Registrations: http://cyt.org.nz/young-adults-retreat/
Find out more »Seasons for Growth
Are you experiencing change, loss and grief in your life? Learn about how significant losses have impacted your life and learn knowledge, skills and attitudes to respond and understand these experiences. Papanui Parish course is running from 23 August 12.30-3pm on Fridays for 4 weeks. To register contact Lauren on 027 424 6045 or seasons@chch.catholic.org.nz
Find out more »Stories from World Youth Day Panama 2019
Come and hear the experiences of our three Christchurch Pilgrims who traveled to Panama for this Year's World Youth Day. Maddy Frew, Jack O'Neil and Fr Alister will share their highlights and challenges of World Youth Day. This is a great opportunity to come and see what World Youth Day is about especially for those thinking about going to World Youth Day 2022 in Lisbon, Portugal. Thursday 29th August, Christ the King Parish Centre - 90 Greers Road, 7:30 -…
Find out more »St Mary’s School, Christchurch 125th Jubilee
30/31 August 2019 All former students, staff and parents are invited to help celebrate 125 years of education at St Mary's School. Drinks and Nibbles function Fri 30 Aug and Celebration Mass and afternoon tea Sat 31 Aug 4pm at St Mary's Pro-Cathedral. Please register by emailing the school office requesting details: office@stmaryschch.school.nz
Find out more »CYT Sports Night
A fun night of fellowship and games for young people in years 7-13! Bring your teams of 6 and be in the running to win our Sports Night Shield! If you are registering as an individual, no problem! We will place you in a team. Where: ARA Sports Centre When: Saturday 31st August Time: 6-9pm Cost: $5 (If cost is a problem, please don’t hesitate to contact us) Register: www.cyt.org.nz/sports-day-sports-night For more information or queries, contact Carmela at cnepomuceno@chch.catholic.org.nz
Find out more »September 2019
Carmel Youth Mass
Come join CYT, Bishop Paul and the Carmelite Sisters at the Carmelite Monastery to celebrate Mass and get the chance to meet the sisters afterwards! Supper and refreshments provided. If anyone would like to donate food to the Sisters for Supper then please contact Delbert Castillo, Parish Support Coordinator at CYT. dcastillo@chch.catholic.org.nz
Find out more »Spring Retreats
Fr John O’Connor (Food for Faith) will present on aspects of our Catholic faith as we’re challenged to live it today. Three sessions – Thursday 5, 12 and 19 September, from 7-8pm at St Anne’s, Woolston. All welcome.
Find out more »Scripture Series – Sunday Gospels according to Luke Year C
Scripture Series - Gospel according to Luke Year C Dr Kathleen Rushton RSM Wednesday 11th September This session of the Sunday Gospels Series will focus on hearing both the cry of the earth and the cry of the poor in the Gospel Readings of the 25th to 33rd Sundays of Ordinary Time of the Roman Lectionary and the 15th - 23rd Sundays after Pentecost of Revised Common Lectionary for Year C (22 September - 17 November). Using lectio divina, we…
Find out more »Catholic Women’s Movement
Women’s Heart for Mission – A retreat day led by Ann Gilroy, Editor of Tui Motu. Saturday 14th September 9.30am-4.30pm at the McFaddens Centre, 64 McFaddens Rd, Papanui, Christchurch. Cost: $50 including lunch, morning & afternoon tea. ALL WELCOME !
Find out more »Forming Intentional Disciples
A day with Sherry Weddell The Bishop’s Pastoral Office invites you to this one day seminar on Wed Sept 18th at Christ the King Parish Centre. Sherry is a world-renowned author and founder of the Catherine of Siena Institute. In light of Bishop Paul’s proposed plan, the seminar will focus on how parishes can form intentional disciples. The seminar costs $50 and includes talks, morning and afternoon tea, lunch and Mass. For more information and to register contact Matt O’Connell…
Find out more »Nazareth Care Vocation
The Sisters would like to offer a Retreat for Single Catholic Women who may wish to spend some time in prayers and reflection to discover God’s plan for their lives. 20-22 September at Nazareth Community of Care 220 Brougham St. $40.00 per person. RSVP by 30 August to vocation.aus@nazarethcare.com For more info call Sr Teresa Clare + 61 450 355 014.
Find out more »Revolution Camp
Revolution Camp aims to inspire the young people to revolutionize their life and the world through their relationship with Jesus Christ. This camp holds sessions, games, activities, Sacraments and fellowship in hopes that they may grow to be empowered in their own lives and to bring that revolution out to their communities. Who: Years 7-10 When: Fri 27th – 29th September Where: Woodend Christian Camp Cost: $70 (If cost is a problem, please don’t hesitate to contact us) Register online…
Find out more »Marriage Unplugged
“A healthy marriage always takes work. Look for ways forward instead of ways out.” For couples at all ages and stages of marriage to help strengthen their love and commitment to one another. Facilitators: Tim and Jenn Goulding. SATURDAY, 28th SEPTEMBER 9:30 – 4:30 Fourviere House, 67 Leithfield Rd. Leithfield. Registration: $40 per couple. There is limited room so please register early to avoid disappointment. For further information and registration contact: Jennifer Goulding jenngoulding@outlook.co.nz or phone: 03 314 8096
Find out more »November 2019
Scripture Series Gospel according to Matthew Year A
Dr Kathleen Rushton RSM Wednesday 13th November In preparation for the new liturgical year which begins in Advent, this session will give an overview of the Gospel according to Matthew to invite us to listen more deeply to the gospel readings of Year A in order to hear both the cry of the earth and the cry of the poor. Te Manawa Atawhai Catherine McAuley Centre Villa Maria College, Peer Street, Upper Riccarton Koha/Donation 7.30pm – 9pm Venue: Te Manawa…
Find out more »OCDS Carmelite Retreat
“A Eucharistic Love Story with our Carmelite Saints” Father Michael-Therese, CSJ, will be leading our upcoming November Retreat at Rochester Hall, Friday 15 Nov to Sunday, 17 Nov Show Weekend. If you would like to join us, contact Megan Emery ph 383 0706 or Email: benedictus@windowslive.com
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