Explore some of our Parish and Archdiocese
Faith Resources
Catholic Enquiry Centre New Zealand
The Catholic Enquiry Centre’s Catholic Discovery website offers an accessible introduction to faith, Catholic beliefs, and the life-changing relationship Jesus invites us into. You can begin by watching their short trailer video and then explore further at your own pace. If you have questions or would like to know more, the Centre’s contact details are available on their site, and they also provide a free set of ten What Catholics Believe booklets for people throughout New Zealand.
New Zealand Catholic Bishops Conference
(Te Huinga o nga Pihopa Katorika o Aotearoa)
The New Zealand Catholic Bishops Conference is the national body representing the bishops of Aotearoa New Zealand. Based in Wellington, the Conference is supported by a Secretariat and several agencies that help the bishops serve the Church at a national level.
The NZCBC website is also the central place for official statements, pastoral letters, liturgical resources, and national updates from the Catholic Church in Aotearoa New Zealand. It provides up-to-date information from the bishops on matters of faith, pastoral guidance, public issues, and Church life across the country.
Find out more here.
The Vatican - The Holy See
The official Vatican website is the primary online source for information from the Holy See. It provides access to Church teachings, global announcements, papal documents, and the work of the Vatican’s many offices and departments. It is the central place to explore the life and mission of the universal Catholic Church.
Find out more on their website here.
On the Vatican website you can access papal encyclicals, apostolic letters, homilies, audiences, and official statements from the Holy Father. The site also offers liturgical resources, Church news, and updates on the work of Vatican dicasteries, councils, and commissions. It serves as the worldwide hub for authoritative Catholic teaching and guidance.
Ascension Press
Ascension Press is a Catholic media and faith-formation ministry dedicated to helping people know, love, and live their Catholic faith. They produce engaging video series, podcasts, books, study programs, and online content used by parishes and individuals around the world.
Find out more on their website here.
Ascension is well known for its high-quality Bible studies, catechetical programmes, and popular shows such as Bible in a Year and Catechism in a Year with Fr. Mike Schmitz. They offer resources for all ages—children, teens, and adults—designed to deepen understanding of Scripture, strengthen discipleship, and support everyday Catholic living.
Catholic Answers
Catholic Answers is one of the world’s largest lay-run Catholic apologetics and evangelisation ministries. Their mission is to help people understand, explain, and defend the Catholic faith with clarity and charity.
Find out more on their website here.
Catholic Answers offers a wide range of trustworthy resources, including articles, videos, podcasts, and a comprehensive Q&A library. Their content addresses common questions about Catholic teaching, Scripture, moral issues, and Church history, making it a valuable tool for anyone seeking deeper understanding or clear explanations of the faith.
