The Feast of the Immaculate Conception is universally celebrated on 8 December. This year, because 8 December is celebrated as the Second Sunday of Advent, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception is transferred to Monday, 9 December 2024.
Key church dates for December, January and February
The Government is introducing a Treaty Principles Bill that ‘will seek to define in law the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi Treaty of Waitangi’. Even if the bill doesn’t become law, the conversations about it will influence how the Treaty is understood by many in years to come.
As we approach Christmas, the need for support in our community is greater than ever. The Sisters of Compassion Christmas Appeal has been launched to help meet the increasing demand for the Compassion Group’s essential services.
To list your parish and school events free on this page, please email welcom@wn.catholic.org.nz with event name, date, time, location and contact details. Saturday 7 December Come and See Vocations Morning – explore vocation to priesthood with Fr David Dowling, Rector of Holy Cross Seminary, 9am–1pm, Archdiocese office, 204/2 Thorndon Quay. Email l.hensel@wn.catholic.org.nz or text […]
The fame of Sacred Heart Cathedral’s after Mass bakesale delights now extends beyond the parish, with people coming knowing of the delicious treats that await.
Christmas Mass times across the Archdiocese of Wellington will be listed from mid-December on: www.wn.catholic.org.nz
The Christmas Day Mass on Shine TV will be broadcast at 3pm for people unable to attend Mass in person.
18-35-year-olds are invited after each Sunday 6pm Mass to the Cathedral lounge at 7.15pm, to meet like-minded people and form new friendships.
The 2024 Advent Calendar and the November edition of WelCom are available here.