The Liturgy in Aotearoa New Zealand
Liturgy is at the heart of who we are as the Body of Christ, alive and present in these islands of Aotearoa New Zealand.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
The Catholic Church welcomes all people who are seeking to deepen their life with God in a community of like-minded believers.
Sunday by Sunday Music Preparation
With gratitude in our hearts sing psalms and hymns and inspired songs to God. (Colossians 3:16)
Frequently Used Mass Settings From New Zealand Composers
Welcome
Welcome to the National Liturgy Office website of the Catholic Church in Aotearoa New Zealand O te Hāhi Katorika ki Aotearoa.
The National Liturgy Office - Te Tari ā Motu Mō Nga Ritenga, assists the bishops of New Zealand in their pastoral, liturgical and teaching ministry. The NLO promotes sound liturgical practice, and ensures the distinctive identity of the Catholic Church in Aotearoa-New Zealand with its Māori dimension is present in the liturgy.
Fr. John O'Connor
Acting Director, National Liturgy Office
liturgy@nzcbc.org.nz
Feast of the Most Holy Trinity: 7 June
We can only stand in awe-struck silence before such love that is beyond boldest expectation, beyond all telling. (Karl Rahner)
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Considering the Liturgy - Whakaarohia te Ritenga
Resources to provide ideas, support and encouragement for those preparing parish and school liturgies.
Further resources will be added to this Section as they are completed.
