As well as "Letters to the Editor" which we published in the magazine, after every issue we received messages of feedback from our readers. Below is a sample of what we received during 2021-2022.

May 

"Thank you so much for the card and copy of the May Tui Motu. I really enjoyed reading the magazine and excellent articles, stories, etc so thanks for inviting me to contribute. There is so much more to be said and done about the issues, but Tui Motuis a great magazine contributing in that space where faith and justice need to be present." Paul Barber

June

"I wanted to let you know how much I appreciate the wonderful presentation my writing always receives in Tui Motu — especially the latest pink shoe project! THANK YOU so much! The team putting it together is very encouraged." Mary Thorne

"A very quick note to say thank you so much for sending me copies of the magazine to give to the students who contributed. It means a lot to them to see themselves in a real magazine. They're always thrilled!" Isaac Thomas, McAuley High School

July 

"With thanks for such a marvellous magazine and the work you all put into it — gives great food for thought & nourishes the soul — gives hope for the future of the church and optimism in these times." John Julian

"Dear Ann and all your dedicated, hardworking staff, volunteers and contributors. Having only got as far as reading four articles, I am most impressed ... inspired … made to feel close to so many of you that help to open minds and hearts. Thank you all. Bless you." John O’Ferrall

"I look forward to the magazine every month." Brian O’Neill

"Didn't realise I hadn't renewed my subscription and was horrified. Heart always lifts at the sight of that brown envelope in the mail box." Janet Cherrington

August 

"I really enjoyed reading Ann Hassan's “Looking Out and In”. Anna Holmes' review of The Curia is the Pope makes me want to read it — fascinating. Shar Mathias opens up so honestly. A well-placed ad for Christian Blind Mission — now on my radar. Vincent Long Van Nguyen has a cute sense of humour and interesting article. Daniel O'Leary; fantastic picture for the Understanding Mental Health story; Patrick Snedden and Jack Derwin — right on the nail! Great cover — well done!" Chris Crowe

"I found Ann Hassan's opinion piece on the back page moving and very thoughtful and your Editorial direct in many of your comments. Well done to you both." Judy Neilan

"I am so very touched by your imaginative centre page on the "Aramoana Christ". I sent you the poem, but you have made it into an artwork and coupled it with our St Martin Island Community. Your whole edition is sparkling. My congrats to Ann Hassan on her fine, thoughtful piece about becoming a Catholic. The article on lending is so good. My old student, Nick Thompson, writes superbly about church-state. It’s a great job you are doing. A real calling. Personally I’m in your debt, for friendship, and giving me a voice." Peter Matheson

September

"Love the work of Tui Motu. I used to be on the Board and I just love the direction you have taken the magazine." Susan Brebner

"Thanks for your work on our behalf. Tui Motu continues to be vibrant and uplifting." Joan Barrett

October

"I am the spiritual person for Vinnies in West Tamworth (NSW Australia) and I've used a number of the articles from Tui Motu and the people love them. Eagerly awaiting the November copy. They particularly liked the article by Fayne Myers “Do the most loving thing”. It generated great discussion and Paul, the Vinnies' President, used it at one of their bigger gatherings." Kathryn Sweeney

November

"This is wonderful Ann, thank you so much! And what timing!! So glad to hear that the book A Queer Existence resonated with Zak Holland. It was a great review." Gill Hughes, Massey University Press

"Thank you once again for an excellent issue filled with thoughtful articles. We say a special word of thanks for your editorial. As always we are grateful for the well-expressed word of blessing and encouragement with which the issue ends." John & Jill Meredith

"I had received the magazine with your wonderful card. The image of Pope's portrait painting is looking brilliant! It's well edited. Thank you very very much!" Jiawei Shen

"I really enjoy your magazine, and I’ve had plenty of time during Lockdown to enjoy reading some of them again." Isabel Mordecai

December

"Much appreciated as this is always an inspiring read - well done on your role in this. Ngā manaakitanga." Kevin Shore, NZCEO

February

"We continue to enjoy relevant, positive and intelligent content. God bless." Michele and Peter Ness

"What a fabulous edition of Tui Motu this month. I loved Tony Spelman’s article, and of course Daniel O’Leary is wonderful.. good editorial Ann and Jack Derwin consistently good….. and that’s all I’ve read so far." Agnes Hermans 

"Your wonderful magazine arrived a few minutes ago, what great timing!! Best wishes for the year ahead, we both really enjoy your articles. I particularly enjoy your art, photos, graphics the lot." Beverly McNabb

"Delighted to receive in yesterday’s mail the first copy of Tui Motu for ‘22 and already devoured a good portion of it. Including the usual quality editorial from Ann G giving us timely reminders of the critical values needed as we face another challenging year in this time of pandemic!" John Clark

"Many thanks for another year of excellent reading and all the best for dealing with any complications arising from the Covid situation. May you all remain in good health!" Felicity Watson 

"I really do enjoy the challenges in many of the articles – and particularly enjoy the “theming” of magazines on a monthly basis. The centrepiece is frequently used in my ladies’ lifegroup – not only for the beautiful photography, but also for the creative challenge of the poem… and Shanti/Shar’s column, plus Kaaren’s has that “personal touch” that sets me thinking… and the final blessing is always so relevant and crafted so beautifully, Thank you 😊 The only thing I wonder is what it would cost to be printed on a more sustainable paper? Has this been brought up before? Blessings to you and your team." Helen Beamish

March 

"Many thanks for your amazing informative creative magazine! God Bless." Stephanie Butchard

"I love Tui Motu and its like opening a Christmas present every time I receive it. I devour it in the first day and then go back to read it more reflectively. Thanks so much for this taonga you and your writers provide to inform and nourish us, especially in these challenging times. Blessings." Dianne Hawken

"Thanks for yet another engrossing issue, a light in these grey times." Mary Woods

"I have just received the March issue of Tui Motu. Perhaps I can’t be considered to be objective but it is truly a beautiful and evocative issue. I am proud to be part of it and again many thanks for your great editing. Although we are opposite far ends of the country we are close in many ways and I wish you ongoing wellness, energy and as St Francis says, Pax et Bonum." Chris Farrelly

"Many thanks for a great read ... informative, reflective and my spiritual reading for the month! Sorry to see the final article from Jack Derwin — he was great. Keep up the valuable service." Barbara Henley

"I’m a big fan of your magazine and always look forward to reading the wide range of articles you publish. I regularly promote it amongst the staff and would love to see it used more regularly within our senior classrooms. I’m writing now because I was particularly enjoying the piece "Pondering about Inclusion" and wasn’t at all surprised to see that it was written by Barbara Cameron who was Principal of Sacred Heart College when I went there back in the 70s." Kay Tester