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.......
Visit this articleOur pānui continues our Lenten journey - but also looks forward to the ordination of our new Bishop, Anne van Gend.
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Ko Te Tonga kei te Karaka - The South Calling: ISSN 2744-6514. Published fortnightly on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.
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Supporting Property Matters
We have an exciting, flexible opportunity for someone to join the team in the Diocesan Office in a Property Support role.
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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.
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Lent 2025 Study Resources
Read on for links to options we have for Lenten study resources, including Lent Studies by Anne van Gend.
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Chrism Eucharists 2025
An invitation to gather this Holy Week at a Chrism Eucharist, with fellowship and light supper to follow.....
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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.
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Everyone Connected
The Social Justice Committee would like to draw your attention to the "Everyone Connected" Campaign.
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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 profit charity sector, including churches and church related organisations...
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Supporting Anglican Missions in 2026
An update from the Diocese of Dunedin Mission Enabler, Dot Muir... and a request to continue to give generously.
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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 common connection to him.
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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:
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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....
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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 recharge their batteries.
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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 your friendly reminder to do so.
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Ecumenical and Interfaith Opportunities
Tikanga Pakeha Ecumenical Group (TPEG) has a number of events and opportunities to bring to your attention
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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 contact people in faith communities and other organisations. Get in touch if you need some help with anything.
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Education for Ministry Information Day
You are invited to an Education for Ministry (EFM) information day on 24 May 2025.
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I te Pāpaho - Media and Latest News
Keeping up to date with recent news about our parishes, organisations and the wider church.
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Nourishing Faith: Food for the Journey
The latest in "Gospel Conversations" as well as other resources to sustain you in your journey...
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