Diocese of Dunedin
In this bumper issue of our pānui we encourage everyone to reflect further on Te Tiriti o Waitangi and have opportunities to get involved in prayer and practical action.
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Click here for a printable PDF copy of this edition and see our newsletter webpage to see previous ones and for accessible viewing options. Have a look at our regular features that may not be featured in this newsletter: Vacancies, Events and Calendar, Bishop's Diary, Nourishing Faith Resources, Latest COVID-19 Advice.
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Our next edition will be on Thursday 7 March 2024. Please forward any news to bishops.pa@calledsouth.org.nz by 9 am Monday 4 March 2024.
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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