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NZ CATHOLIC BISHOPS' CONFERENCE
A pregnant woman is a mother whose child also needs a voice in our public debate. (1 Sep 2017)
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There has been a lot of political debate around the decriminalising of abortion this week. Catholics' view on this issue is well known and is shared by many others too. Take, for example, the very real concerns expressed this week by advocacy group, Saving Downs, on the push by some groups to introduce abortion right through to birth for disabilities. Our concern is the well-being of the mother and child. Much talk focuses on the rights of the pregnant woman and in fact the current legislation doesn't criminalize a woman who procures an abortion. We ask Kiwis to remember that a pregnant woman is a mother whose child also needs a voice in our public debate.
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FROM THE SECULAR PRESS
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Obituary: Kiwifruit pioneer Mike Muller
Mike Muller was a pioneer and respected leader in the kiwifruit industry who will be remembered for his uncanny ability to connect with growers and promote opportunities that would help shape the industry we know today.
Life story: In his heart, John Morgan lived to help others
John Morgan, 60, died after rushing to the aid of a fellow fisherman at Lake Coleridge on August 30. He has been remembered as a selfless and kind father and parishioner.
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News Of The Schools
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New Catholic school on the cards for Rototuna
Rototuna Catholics are praying for a second chance to build a new school in Rototuna after previously being denied. All five of Hamilton's Catholic primary schools are full.
Carmel College, Auckland: Tania Dalton's daughter following in mother's footsteps
John Paul College, Rotorua: Close win for John Paul College at the Chanel Shield (photo)
St Bernard's College, Lower Hutt: Retirement village opens door for young athletes competing at AIMS Games (video)
St Mary's College (Wellington) first XV utilise school's sisterhood to help win national title (photo)
Sancta Maria College, Auckland: Heroic New York firefighters share experiences with young Kiwis (photo)
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INSPIRATIONAL TV
Sunday 17 Sep – Mt 18:21-35 - The unforgiving servant
A reading and reflection with John Teariki and Sister Stephanie Kitching rsm.
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THE FIFTEENTH STATION
Episode 119 — Electing, Protecting, Translating, Counting and Baptising (September 15, 2017)
As New Zealanders prepare to vote in their national election, the issue of abortion — and the views of the Catholic Prime Minister — were put front and centre. Meanwhile, Pope Francis is seeking to empower local bishops' conferences and protect the planet, through separate initiatives. In the US, religious affiliation numbers are seeing a drift away from Christianity and a rise of Latino Catholics. We're not sure any of those faithful Catholics would choose to baptise their children in a sporting trophy, but an NHL champion has. Enjoy the show
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CRUX - Edited by John L. Allen Jr. and Inés San Martin
** Why this bishop thinks memes may just be the tool for evangelization today
https://cruxnow.com/global-church/2017/09/15/bishop-thinks-memes-may-just-tool-evangelization-today/
Bishop Richard Umbers, an auxiliary of the Archdiocese of Sydney, says whether in art, online culture, or political discussion, Christians should be giving an example of how to evangelize and to speak to the challenges society faces today. "You need the contemporary expression of Christian faith."
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NEW ZEALAND CATHOLIC PERIODICALS & NEWSLETTERS (UPDATED JANUARY 2017)
'NZ Catholic' is a national newspaper published by the Catholic Bishop of Auckland. http://www.nzcatholic.org.nz
Catholic Diocese of Hamilton. 'Kete Korero'. https://issuu.com/search?q=%22kete+korero%22
Catholic Dioceses of Palmerston North and Wellington. 'Wel-com' http://www.welcom.org.nz
Catholic Diocese of Christchurch. 'Inform' http://www.chch.catholic.org.nz/?sid=25
Catholic Diocese of Dunedin. 'The Tablet' https://catholic-diocese.squarespace.com/back-issues
The Nathaniel Centre. The New Zealand Catholic Bioethics Centre. 'The Nathaniel Report' http://www.nathaniel.org.nz/
NZ Catholic Education Office. 'Lighting New Fires' http://www.nzceo.catholic.org.nz/pages/resources/resources_lighting_new_fires.html
NZ Catholic Education Office. 'Good News and the News' http://www.nzceo.catholic.org.nz/pages/resources/resources_good_news.html
Society of Mary. 'Marist Messenger' http://www.maristmessenger.co.nz
St Columban's Mission Society. 'The Far East' http://www.columban.org.au/?MID=200510192652
'Tui Motu Interislands'. An independent Catholic magazine. http://www.tuimotu.org/
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NEW ZEALAND COMMENTARIES ON THE SUNDAY READINGS
Catholic Enquiry Centre. Reflections on the Sunday Gospel
Fr Frank Bird sm. Living the Word - http://livingtheword.org.nz
Marist Messenger. Daily Reflections (right-hand column) http://www.maristmessenger.co.nz
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NEWS OF THE CHURCH IN NZ AND THE WORLD
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EVENTS
Catholic Youth Festival 2-3 December 2017
The Aotearoa Catholic Youth Festival will take place in Auckland on the weekend of 2-3 December 2017. Hosted by the New Zealand Catholic Bishops Conference, the Festival organisers are expecting over 500 young people to attend.
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EMPLOYMENT
Director, Catholic Enquiry Centre, Wellington.
Teaching vacancies in New Zealand Catholic schools are advertised on the Website of the Education Gazette: http://www.edgazette.govt.nz
Vacancies in the Catholic Overseas Volunteer programme, contact: volunteers@caritas.org.nz
Links to job vacancies in the Catholic dioceses of ...
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