Religious Groups / August 2024
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Living with God’s Word in our hearts
- Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
- The one who does justice will live in the presence of the Lord’. In this psalm refrain response God promises to live with those who live their lives with justice, […]
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Sacred Heart Cathedral, Guildford Terrace, Thorndon, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6140, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
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Weekly E-news for 30 August 2024
- St Andrews on the Terrace Presbyterian Church
- E News 30th August 2024 Morena e hoa ma ki te ingoa a Ihu Karaiti. It is indeed very sad news this morning as we learn of the death […]
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St Andrew's on the Terrace, 30, The Terrace, Paekākā, Wellington Central, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
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The Cathedral Connection 1 September 2024
- Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
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Weekly Bulletin: Staying connected as a church - 1 September 2024
- St John's in the City
- Kia ora St John’s whānau, This Sunday I am Baptising the daughter of the Minister at Knox Presbyterian Church in Lower Hutt, and so thank you to Hannah North who is leading our worship at St John’s in the City.
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St John's, Willis Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
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Vicar's Letter - 30 August 2024
- All Saints Hataitai
- Rev Andrew Spence Kia ora All Saints whānau,I wanted to take this opportunity, as my last Vicar Letter to reflect on my three and a half years here.
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All Saints Anglican Church, 90, Hamilton Road, Hataitai, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6021, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
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‘Taste and see the goodness of the Lord’
- Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
- Have you noticed that for a couple of Sundays we have had the same response to the Psalm – ‘Taste and see the goodness of the Lord’. This is Psalm […]
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Sacred Heart Cathedral, Guildford Terrace, Thorndon, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6140, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
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Weekly E-news for 23 August 2024
- St Andrews on the Terrace Presbyterian Church
- E NEWS 23RD AUGUST 2024 The year is running away very quickly, summer is around the corner. This Sunday the Season of Creation begins and each Sunday different people from our […]
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The Cathedral Connection 25 August 2024
- Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
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Weekly Bulletin: Staying connected as a church - 25 August 2024
- St John's in the City
- Kia ora St John’s whānau, This Sunday we hear Paul proclaim the strange upside-down ways of God found in what the world considers foolishness and weakness.
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Children’s Sacramental Programme 2024/2025
- Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
- Registration is now open for the 2024/2025 programme which begins with CONFIRMATION in Term 3/4, 2024, followed by FIRST RECONCILIATION in Term 1, 2025; and First HOLY COMMUNION in Term 2, 2025. For your child to be eligible, […]
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Vicars Letter - 23rd August 2024
- All Saints Hataitai
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Ngā Kōrero – Latest Stories from DCM
- Downtown Community Ministry
- Ngā Kōrero – Latest Stories from DCM Ngā Kōrero – Latest Stories from DCM communities where whānau are housed, connected, valued and thriving About Us Contact A Message From Our Manahautū Navigating the Shifting Landscape of Homelessness Stephen Turnock, Manahautū (Director) at DCM Kia ora koutou The landscape of the Social Sector in New Zealand has been rapidly changing, especially with recent government policy shifts. At DCM, we have observed the challenges these changes bring within the homeless environment we serve. We firmly believe that housing should be a human right without preset conditions, but as a nation, we appear to be moving further away from this ideal. This shift has significant consequences for the most vulnerable members of our society - those who depend on support to secure safe and stable housing. Housing is not just a physical structure; it is the foundation of wellbeing, stability, and a sense of belonging. Unfortunately, recent policies have increasingly treated housing as a privilege, contingent on meeting specific criteria. This has made it more difficult for those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to access the housing they desperately need. Conditions such as employment, sobriety, or other benchmarks create barriers that impact the most vulnerable, including those with mental health issues, addiction challenges, or histories of trauma. It is expected that the current direction will continue to impact generations of Māori, who are already disproportionately represented in negative social and health outcomes. The overrepresentation of Māori in these statistics is a stark reminder of the systemic inequities that continue to affect their communities. The barriers created by current housing policies exacerbate these disparities, making it even more challenging for Māori to access the support they need to achieve stable housing and better life outcomes. At DCM, we remain steadfast in our commitment to supporting those who are left behind by these policy shifts. Our approach is whānau-centered, focusing on holistic, wraparound support that addresses housing needs and the broader challenges whānau face. We continue to advocate for fundamental changes that prioritise getting people into warm, safe, long-term housing with intensive support services. This evidence-based approach has consistently yielded positive outcomes, including improved health, stronger social connections, and greater financial sustainability. Our efforts to support highly vulnerable individuals are more critical now than ever. Through programs like Housing First and Sustaining Tenancies, we have seen people who were once entrenched in homelessness achieve remarkable transformations - moving into permanent housing, reconnecting with whānau, and rebuilding their lives. These outcomes reinforce our belief that with the right support, everyone has the potential to thrive. Addressing homelessness requires a collaborative approach. Decades of research and evidence prove that working proactively with all agencies, including the government, is the most effective way to create lasting change. Housing should be a human right, and we will continue to work towards a future where everyone has access to safe, stable housing without conditions. Our work at DCM is far from over, but with the support of you, our partners, and the community, we believe we can build a more just and equitable society for all. Ngā mihi nui Stephen Turnock Manahautū The Work Doesn't Stop at a Roof Moses and Penny, Kaimahi in our Noho Pai team Finding a house is a huge part of our whānau’s journey – but that is often just the beginning. At DCM, our Noho Pai (Sustaining Tenancies) team works hard everyday to ensure that our most vulnerable whānau not only remain housed but also find stability, belonging, and hope for their future. The Noho Pai service steps in when whānau are at risk of losing their homes. Penny and Moses, two of our dedicated Kaimahi (staff), describe their work as a daily commitment to walking alongside whānau in their toughest times, as their equals. Our team receives referrals from various sources, both from within DCM and from external agencies. The reasons for referral vary - unpaid rent, property maintenance issues, or unauthorised occupants - but the goal is always the same: keep the whānau housed. The people that Noho Pai work with are among Wellington’s most marginalised. Many have been let down by the systems meant to support them. They’re wary of help, often feeling judged or mistreated. Noho Pai seeks to be different: uplifting and empowering rather than taking over. DCM is often considered the ‘last resort’ for many of these whānau but we don’t see it that way. “They lose their voice. Society judges them, or mistreats them, and they no longer have a voice. So we become their voice, for as long as they need us to be.”- Penny, Noho Pai The immense adjustments that come with transitioning from homelessness to permanent housing means that whānau often find it difficult to manage a household and pay their rent and other bills. Living on very low-incomes, they may need support with groceries, budgeting, or connecting with other organisations. Faced with so many new responsibilities, these ‘basic’ skills can feel overwhelming. Previous trauma and addiction can create a cascade of problems, while mental health issues often lead to labels like ‘anti-social,’ which Penny and Moses find dismissive and unhelpful. These labels can further alienate whānau, they say, making reintegration into society more difficult. The stories our Kaimahi hear are often difficult and confronting, but they also create perspective which makes the ‘small’ successes all the more meaningful. It’s about celebrating every victory - especially when whānau take ownership of their journey, set new goals, and ask, “What do I need to do to achieve this?” We stay with our whānau for as long as they need us, celebrating their growth and successes along the way. And when they’re ready to move forward on their own, we develop an exit plan together, ensuring they know they can always come back. The work doesn’t stop at a roof. It’s just the beginning of a journey - one that Noho Pai walks with whānau every step of the way. An Outreach Walk with Tamatha Paul MP Tamatha Paul along with her assistant and members of our Outreach Team being serenaded by whānau on the streets of Wellington MP Tamatha Paul recently met with DCM to discuss the challenges currently faced by our whānau in Wellington. She also joined our Toro Atu team on an outreach walk to connect directly with those who are rough-sleeping. Tamatha’s visit allowed us to highlight the difficulties our whānau are experiencing and the importance of working together to tackle homelessness and support those in need. Thank you, Tamatha, for coming to visit! There are so many ways you can support DCM to make meaningful change in the lives of our whānau. We ask for your support because we know that what we do works - we see the results of our mahi everyday as we walk alongside whānau who are navigating challenges that many of us will not ever face. If you would like to support us, please do so by clicking the button below. Support DCM Copyright © 2024 DCM. All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: DCM Wellington, 2 Lukes Lane, Te Aro, Wellington Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.
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What is nourishing you?
- Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
- People are often very conscious of what they eat today. There is such a variety of foods from which to choose. As a lad it was meat and three veg, […]
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Weekly E-news for 16 August 2024
- St Andrews on the Terrace Presbyterian Church
- E NEWS 16TH AUGUST 2024 It’s Thursday evening and I’ve just turned the light off to go to sleep in my Palmerston North motel, and as I lie in bed […]
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The Cathedral Connection 18 August 2024
- Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
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Weekly Bulletin: Staying connected as a church - 18 August 2024
- St John's in the City
- Kia ora St John’s whānau, This Sunday we have the final in our four-week teaching series about our St John’s Mission Statement… God gathers us to worship and grow our faith so we can live and share Christ’s hope for our world.
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Vicars Letter - 16 Aug 2024
- All Saints Hataitai
- Rev Andrew Spence Kia ora All Saints whānau,Over the past few weeks I have been doing a course called Emotionally Healthy Relationships.
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Complaints
- Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
- The dictionary definition of ‘complain’ is to express dissatisfaction or annoyance about something. From a human standpoint, it seems to be a natural response to ‘vent’ when things don’t go our […]
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The Cathedral Connection 11 August 2024
- Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
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Weekly Bulletin: Staying connected as a church - 11 August 2024
- St John's in the City
- Kia ora St John’s whānau, This Sunday we continue a teaching series based on our St John’s Mission Statement… God gathers us to worship and grow our faith so we can live and share Christ’s hope for our world.
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Vicars Letter - 9th August 2024
- All Saints Hataitai
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I Am!
- Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
- “I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me will never hunger, and whoever believes in me will never thirst” (Jn 6:35) The great ‘I am’ we hear in […]
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Weekly E-news for 2 August 2024
- St Andrews on the Terrace Presbyterian Church
- E NEWS 2ND AUGUST 2024 Talofa lava. SAOTT were privileged to host here in our Hall the National Convention on the rights of children/mokopuna all day Thursday. The Human Rights […]
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Letter from Archbishop Gábor Pintér
- Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
- Below is a letter of greeting from His Excellency Archbishop Gàbor Pintèr, Apostolic Nuncio to New Zealand, forwarded to us from Rev Giosuè Busti, Chargé d’affaires, a.i.
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The Cathedral Connection 4 August 2024
- Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
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Weekly Bulletin: Staying connected as a church - 4 August 2024
- St John's in the City
- Kia ora St John’s whānau, This Sunday we continue a teaching series based on our St John’s Mission Statement… God gathers us to worship and grow our faith so we can live and share Christ’s hope for our world.
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