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Our next edition will be on Wednesday 5 February (a day earlier as Waitangi day is on our usual publication day this year). Please forward any news and photographs to bishops.pa@calledsouth.org.nz by 9 am Monday 3 February 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, Latest Public Health Advice.
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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.
At this time of the year we look at some statistics: how many people regularly look at Ko Te Tonga kei te Karaka - The South Calling articles and watch YouTube video clips. What were the highlights for 2024?
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"The Kingdom of God is justice and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit" (Rom 14:17)
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Some dates to note during a typical year: deadlines for Synod, returns to the Diocesan office and other useful reminders for your faith community.
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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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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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Join us for this special occasion in person (if already registered) or via a livestream link. If you now can't attend read on.......
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There are a limited number of an updated history of the Otago Peninsula Anglican Parish available for sale - perhaps a perfect gift or for your own bookshelf.
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Ever wanted to go on a pilgrimage... but want to stay closer to home rather than go on a bigger adventure elsewhere in the world? This new resource has places of significance that you can visit within Aotearoa - New Zealand.
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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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Over 70 people have taken part in the Bishop's Companions Programme since it began. Now we're taking on names for 2025, with a cut-off date of 30 November.
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We have the only university-based theology programme in New Zealand right here in Dunedin. Have a look at the courses on offer in 2025.
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Are you interested in exploring CPE in 2025? Read on for details regarding a course in Dunedin
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Have a look at a range of events throughout the Diocese and beyond...
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Keeping up to date with recent news about our parishes, organisations and the wider church.
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A special edition with conversational "Gospel Conversations" for over the January beak...
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