Kia ora to you all Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
To All: Parish Pastoral Workers, Ethnic Chaplaincies Workers, fellow members of the Diocesan Commissions, to all leaders
Here is the message of encouragement for us all coming from Bishop Pat and Bishop Michael, and the Management Team of the Catholic Diocese of Auckland.
It’s tough being in level 4 but seeing initiatives flourish across your parishes and chaplaincies, the Diocese is also lifted up so thanks to each of you for all that you are doing. Bishop Pat’s reflections, the Cake Competition, the Fr Chris Skinner concert, the foodbanks that you do, and many other online initiatives have been enjoyed by thousands of people in this lockdown…and it’s not over yet….
The Diocese has some world class events coming up online that we are calling the next fortnight Project Lift Up / Whakapiki ake. It’s an effort to give people a lift through prayer, speakers, music and faith filled online content. This is something on top of the good works that you are doing in your communities. So please join in with us and let us lift up our people from where they are at, and let us be engaged with those of us who are on “margin.” Please help us by sharing this uplifting Whakapiki ake events in your communities, being mindful that certain members of our communities find comfort, ease, and companionship in these trying times – these might be the thing for them. Update these information on your websites, your Facebook pages, Messengers, and emails, newsletters, and other social media platforms. Please share far and wide. Use the posters that we have shared with you above.
Just a few of the highlights are listed below but there is opportunities to connect and engage online most days. We can’t think of another time that the Diocese has been able to offer so many high-calibre international speakers. Our programme is being updated all the time at: https://www.aucklandcatholic.org.nz/home-2020-new-design/the-church-and-covid-level-4-2/#programme.
Saturday 18/09, 8pm
An Evening with Internationally Acclaimed Speaker and Musician, Fr Rob Galea!
Join us for a night of formation, music and Q&A with internationally acclaimed speaker and musician, Fr. Rob Galea! Fr. Rob will be joining us on Zoom to share practical ways that we can overcome fear and pursue our God-given potential.
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82124381475
Sunday 19/09, 7pm
Come Let Us Adore: Eucharistic Adoration with Bishop Michael Gielen
In the midst of these challenging times, prayer has never been more important. Join Bishop Michael for a night of intercessory prayer for one another and our nation and we gather together around Our Lord in Eucharistic Adoration.
https://www.facebook.com/events/532739741158599
Tuesday 21/09, 7pm
Behind the Scenes of The Chosen: An Evening with Actor Noah James
From the beginning of our first COVID lockdown, many people have experienced a powerful encounter with Jesus through the TV series, The Chosen. With more than 100 million views worldwide, this series has become an international phenomenon. You’re invited to join us for an incredible evening with actor Noah James, who plays the apostle Andrew, as he gives us a behind-the-scenes look at The Chosen and answers YOUR questions.
https://www.facebook.com/events/874550270119673
Saturday 25/09, 11am
BLESSED // A Women’s Morning with Emily Wilson
Young women (13-35), join in this beautiful event where we will hear from international Catholic speaker and musician Emily Wilson! Emily will be speaking about overcoming self-criticism, cultivating gratitude, and creating space to listen to the voice of God. Make sure you put this event in your calendar, invite your friends to join in sisterhood, and bring your questions for the Q&A!
https://www.facebook.com/events/4272295096201837
Find out about the CDA Online Programme during this Covid Lockdown. Or click on the image below.