Diocese of Dunedin


Our pānui continues our Lenten journey - but also looks forward to the ordination of our new Bishop, Anne van Gend.

There are more articles than will appear in your email summary - follow the links to explore the full publication.

Our next regular edition will be on Thursday 3 April. Please forward any news and photographs to bishops.pa@calledsouth.org.nz by 9 am Monday 31 March 2025.

Click here for a printable PDF copy of this edition and see our newsletter webpage to view previous ones and for accessible viewing options.

Have a look at our regular articles that may not be featured in this newsletter: Vacancies, Events and Calendar,  Nourishing Faith Resources, Save the Date - important events coming up, other important dates for your calendars, and Latest Public Health Advice.


The Diocesan Office and Resource Centre (Peter Mann House) is open Monday to Friday from 9 am to 3 pm - click here for more information. We are closed on Monday 24 March (Otago Anniversary Day).

Ko Te Tonga kei te Karaka - The South Calling: ISSN 2744-6514. Published fortnightly on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.


  1. Episcopal Ordination of the Venerable Dr Anne van Gend

    Join us for this special occasion in person (if already registered) or via a livestream link. If you now can't attend read on....... Read more…
  2. Supporting Property Matters

    We have an exciting, flexible opportunity for someone to join the team in the Diocesan Office in a Property Support role. Read more…
  3. The Scattered People of the Good Shepherd Service Details

    Our next service takes place on Sunday 23 March at 10 am. Service sheets, hymns and readings are attached at the end of this article. Read more…
  4. Lent 2025 Study Resources

    Read on for links to options we have for Lenten study resources, including Lent Studies by Anne van Gend. Read more…
  5. Chrism Eucharists 2025

    An invitation to gather this Holy Week at a Chrism Eucharist, with fellowship and light supper to follow..... Read more…
  6. 150 Years of South Otago Anglicans

    St Mark's, Balclutha will be celebrating 150 years over three days from Anzac Day (25th April) this year. Read more…
  7. Everyone Connected

    The Social Justice Committee would like to draw your attention to the "Everyone Connected" Campaign. Read more…
  8. Video: Governance Workshop for Officers and Trustees

    Missed out on this? We have a recording of the session with Steven Moe, one of the leading NZ figures on governance in the not for ... Read more…
  9. Anglican Missions Lenten Appeal 2025

    Ontong, Java... and Hope for the Holy Land. Read more…
  10. Engaging Lent with Young People

    Meaningful Resources for Our Young People Read more…
  11. Video: Supporting Anglican Missions in 2026

    An update from the Diocese of Dunedin Mission Enabler, Dot Muir... and a request to continue to give generously. Read more…
  12. Ministry Education for clergy and lay leaders, 2025. Ko te Karaiti te pou herenga waka: Christ is our mooring-post.

    It's one of the many beautiful images in te Hakari Tapu: that of Jesus as the mooring post we all tie our waka to, united by our ... Read more…
  13. Disability Ministry: Updated Lent Resources 2025 and Hearing Awareness Month

    Kia ora, Greetings, Bula, Malo, Talofa, Namaste as we continue our Lenten Journey and also Hearing Awareness Month: Read more…
  14. Feedback opportunity: Boundaries Workshop Days 2024/2025

    Thank you to everyone who has attended a workshop in this latest series. Read on for an opportunity to provide your feedback.... Read more…
  15. Everyday People Doing Extraordinary Things: Become a Caregiver

    Anglican Family Care are seeking to expand our team of volunteer caregivers to provide regular opportunities for Dunedin whānau to ... Read more…
  16. Ministry Unit Safeguarding Annual Audit 2025

    Each year the Diocese requires ministry units to complete a Safeguarding Aduit for presentation at their ministry unit AGM. This is ... Read more…
  17. Ecumenical and Interfaith Opportunities

    Tikanga Pakeha Ecumenical Group (TPEG) has a number of events and opportunities to bring to your attention Read more…
  18. Faith Communities and Diocesan Organisations Returns for 2024-25

    This year we are trying out an electronic (survey) version for faith communities to complete. We have sent hard copies of this to our ... Read more…
  19. Education for Ministry Information Day

    You are invited to an Education for Ministry (EFM) information day on 24 May 2025. Read more…
  20. I te Pāpaho - Media and Latest News

    Keeping up to date with recent news about our parishes, organisations and the wider church. Read more…
  21. Nourishing Faith: Food for the Journey

    The latest in "Gospel Conversations" as well as other resources to sustain you in your journey... Read more…