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 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.
Mary, Mother of the Church
A new Memorial has been introduced to the General Roman Calendar: the commemoration of Mary, Mother of the Church.
Sacraments & Rites
Sacraments | Hākarameta
Sacraments are visible actions of the Church, such as immersion in water, anointing with oil, or sharing a meal of bread and wine.
Sacraments make the actions and gifts of Jesus present to the Church each time it gathers to celebrate Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Ordination or Matrimony.
