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November 6-11 | Approx. $900 per person
SPACES LIMITED TO 10 YOUNG ADULTSYoung Adults:
Pilgrimage to the Hokianga
WITH FR ALISTER
Why a pilgrimage to the Hokianga?
The Hokianga holds a special place in the story of the Catholic faith in Aotearoa New Zealand. It was here that Bishop Jean-Baptiste Pompallier celebrated the first Catholic Mass in 1838, beginning a new chapter in the life of the Church in this country.
This pilgrimage is an opportunity to visit these sacred and historic places, but also to step away from everyday life and make space for God. Through prayer, Mass, shared experiences, and time together, we will remember the faith of those who came before us and reflect on how God is calling us to live and share that same faith today.
“They need to know, to experience, to learn from this place.”
Bishop Michael spoke these words at Totara Point, reflecting on the importance of bringing young people to the place where the Catholic faith first took root in Aotearoa New Zealand. This pilgrimage gives us the opportunity not simply to read about this history, but to encounter it, to stand in these sacred places, hear their stories, pray together, and discover how the faith entrusted to earlier generations is now entrusted to us.
Possible Itinerary
This isn’t set it stone, but will be confirmed once everything is booked.
Please note that spaces are limited to 10 people.
Friday 6 NovemberFly to Auckland / Mass at the Cathedral / Visit the Diocesan Offices and Archives / Drive to Paihia
Saturday 7 NovemberVisit Waitangi Grounds
Sunday 8 NovemberSunday Mass at Motuti (where Bishop Pompalllier is buried)
Monday 9 NovemberVisit the Marist Mission House & Printery
Tuesday 10 NovemberVisit Manea Footprints of Kupe & Tane Mahuta
Drive back to Auckland / Mass at the Cathedral / Fly back to Christchurch
Wednesday 11 November